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They truly care about their residents and have been good about our concerns about our family member. They have also been supportive of our mother and reassuring of fears and concerns.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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This is a great community and everything is working out very well for my mother in law. She has adjusted well to the community and seems to really like it. The community looks great and everything is nice...
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.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at The Village of Kinston located at 1935 Idlewild Drive in Kinston. The Village offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services to fit the lifestyles of...
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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.
The Meadows North is a quiet assisted living/apartment community that consists of fifty two assisted living beds and thirty four one and two bedroom apartments. We have a paved parking lot for visitors and families with easy access to the Assisted Living Facility. We have a beautiful spacious...
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Cost of assisted living in Lenoir County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lenoir County is $5,078 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dover, NC with an average of $4,844 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lenoir County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Lenoir County, NC
$5,078/mo

Assisted living costs in Lenoir County, NC, vs. state and national averages

Lenoir County, NC
$5,078/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Lenoir County, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,078/mo
$6,014/mo

Assisted living costs in Lenoir County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,427/mo
Studio
$4,964/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,204/mo

Senior living costs in Lenoir County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lenoir County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLenoir County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,078/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,014/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Lenoir County, NC:$5,078/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lenoir County, NC:$6,014/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lenoir County, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lenoir County, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lenoir County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Lenoir County, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lenoir County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lenoir County, NC$5,515/mo$5,162/mo+6.8%
North Carolina$5,557/mo$5,166/mo+7.6%
National$5,462/mo$5,210/mo+4.8%
Lenoir County, NC
2024 average cost:$5,515/mo
2023 average cost:$5,162/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,557/mo
2023 average cost:$5,166/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,462/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lenoir County, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Lenoir County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lenoir County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lenoir County

The Village of Kinston

5.0
My mom just moved in here a couple of weeks ago. I'm impressed with the time the management took to make moms move in process fun and relaxing. When a administrator rolls up her sleeves and helps unpack moms things and takes the time everyday to check on mom . That shows they care. Mom loves the ...
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Lenoir Assisted Living in Pink Hill, NC

5.0
I am very happy with the care that is given to my mother at this community. The staff are outstanding and caring and so firndly. The menu of the meals is outstanding. She is really liking the activities and is happy here. We always find that the community is clean and taken care of. We recommend ...
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Eagles Pointe in Goldsboro, NC

5.0
Just have to realize it is a rest home so family does have to help with love one. Everyone is kind to my mom. Food has looked good. I would recommend to others

Lenoir County review score based on 69 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 6 Lenoir County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lenoir County 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

Lenoir County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Lenoir County, NC6 facilities
8.4
Lenoir County, NC6 facilities
10.0
Greene County, NC0 facilities

Review subcategories for Lenoir County 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 69 reviews of 6 Lenoir County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lenoir County 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.
Lenoir County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
3.6
4.2
Activities
4.0
4.3
Value for cost*
4.1
4.2
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Lenoir County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lenoir County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lenoir County, 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 Lenoir County 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 Lenoir County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lenoir County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.4%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.9%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.2%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.4%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.3%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lenoir County 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 Lenoir County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lenoir County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.1%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.2%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
13%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.2%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lenoir County 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 Lenoir County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lenoir County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.5%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
25.1%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.4%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.3%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Lenoir County 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 Lenoir County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lenoir County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.3%
37%
Room service
Room service
23.9%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lenoir County 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 Lenoir County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lenoir County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.2%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.4%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.1%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.1%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.5%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.1%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
31.9%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.7%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lenoir County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lenoir County protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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