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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Helton, NC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Helton, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Helton or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Helton.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Helton for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 50 assisted living facilities in the Helton area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mountain City, Marion and Sparta.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Westwood Center is a Genesis assisted living community located in Bluefield, Virginia. Known as Virginia's Tallest Town, the city is nestled in the heights of the Appalachian Mountains and features unparalleled fishing, skiing, and hiking opportunities as well as easy access to airports, the...
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Cost of assisted living in Helton, NC
The average cost of senior living in Helton is $4,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Wilkesboro, NC with an average of $3,685 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helton, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Helton, NC by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Helton, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Helton
Recent reviews for assisted living in Helton
Brookdale Lenoir
4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!
Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff
5.0
have been very pleased with everything at the Commonwealth Senior Living at Cedar Bluff Commonwealth! Thank you all! Based on the experience I have had so far, I would definitely recommend this community to other families!
Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon
5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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Helton review score based on 72 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 72 reviews of 34 Helton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Helton review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Helton assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 72 reviews of 34 Helton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Helton resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Helton, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Helton assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Helton assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Helton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
44.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Helton assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Helton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
32.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helton assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Helton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Helton assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Helton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
32.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helton assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Helton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helton
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Helton protect seniors.
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