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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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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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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.
Piedmont Village at Newton is an assisted living community located in Newton, NC. The city of Newton is located in Catawba County and is home to about 13,000 people. Newton is a small town where residents can enjoy going out for relaxing walks, going to run errands, or relaxing in the comfort of...
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My mother is doing much better since her move to this facility. I know people that lived here prior to her move in so I knew it was a good place. The food is very good and they try to do everything they can...
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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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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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Cost of assisted living in Mc Grady, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mc Grady is $3,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Wilkesboro, NC with an average of $3,685 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mc Grady, NC, vs. nearby cities

Mc Grady, NC
$3,877/mo
$3,823/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Grady, NC, vs. state and national averages

Mc Grady, NC
$3,877/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Grady, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,877/mo
$4,622/mo

Assisted living costs in Mc Grady, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,035/mo
Studio
$5,224/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,407/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,344/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Grady 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: Mc Grady, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Grady, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,877/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,622/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,913/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Grady, NC:$3,877/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Mc Grady, NC:$4,622/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Mc Grady, NC:$2,913/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mc Grady, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mc Grady 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mc Grady, NC$4,405/mo$4,131/mo+6.6%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Mc Grady, NC
2024 average cost:$4,405/mo
2023 average cost:$4,131/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mc Grady, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Mc Grady

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mc Grady

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!

Somerset Court of Mocksville

5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities, such as Brookdale Falling Creek, Brookdale Hickory Northeast, and Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel comfortable and cared for. ...
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Home-like environment. Several residents and their families express appreciation for the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, like Brookdale Lenoir, Heritage Care of Conover, and Carrington Place at Wytheville, which help make the transition to assisted living feel more like home.
Personalized care and accommodations. Residents and their families report positive experiences with caregivers who cater to individual needs and preferences at communities such as Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Heritage of Cedar Rock, and Brookdale Peachtree (AL), allowing for a more personalized living experience.
Active social environment. Reviews often highlight the engaging and diverse range of activities provided at communities, including Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Heritage Care of Conover, and Faith Assisted Living, which help residents stay socially and physically active.
Consistent communication between families and staff. Reviews mention that staff members at communities like Brookdale Falling Creek, The Heritage of Sugar Mountain, and English Meadows Abingdon Campus keep families informed and involved in their loved ones' care, providing peace of mind and fostering strong relationships.
Quality and diverse meal options. Families and residents praise the taste and variety of meals served at communities such as Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Heritage of Cedar Rock, and Burke Long Term Care, ensuring that dietary needs and preferences are met.
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Mc Grady review score based on 111 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 111 reviews of 56 Mc Grady assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mc Grady 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

Mc Grady review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Mc Grady, NC56 facilities
9.0
Sparta, NC12 facilities
9.0

Review subcategories for Mc Grady 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 111 reviews of 56 Mc Grady assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mc Grady 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.
Mc Grady, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Mc Grady assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Grady assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Grady, 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 Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Grady, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
46.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Grady, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
1.8%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Grady, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
19.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Grady, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
1.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.8%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Grady 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 Mc Grady offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Grady, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mc Grady

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 Mc Grady protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care, Forest Ridge and Brookdale Falling Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mc Grady, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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