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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mercer, NC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Mercer, 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 Mercer or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Mercer.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Mercer for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 12 assisted living facilities in the Mercer area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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I rate the food a 4. My friend passed away on [date removed]. The care they gave her was amazing. I highly recommend this facility to anyone! The care they give to each patient and the communication they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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There was a lot of turnover of staff while my Mother was there. It was sometimes hard to get a response from administrators. We have moved my Mom to another facility. The food could be improved if they...
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.
At Navion of Rocky Mount in the thriving city of Rocky Mount, N.C., which boasts Southern charm and hospitality, you’ll find caring neighbors who share your strong desire to be active and independent. Create strong friendships as you bond over fun hobbies and classes, fitness workouts for your...
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The community is open to feedback and we are able to talk and make decisions together. They are great at communicating and they keep me updated. I would recommend this community to others
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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.
Heritage Care of Rocky Mount is an assisted living community located in Rocky Mount, NC. The city of Rocky Mount is located in Nash and Edgecombe Counties in the coastal plain, and is home to about 57,500 people. About 45-minutes from Raleigh, Rocky Mount is a bustling city where residents can...
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The staff is friendly. When we request something of them they respond quickly. They are attentive and patient with cranky old residents. The administrator is open to suggestions. The food is better...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset Court of Rocky Mount offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset Court of Rocky Mount, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Welcome to a quaint little community of friends and neighbors tucked neatly at the edge of one of the loveliest of America's historic towns. Tarboro, North Carolina, settled centuries ago, hasn't lost a bit of its original charm. Main Street, with its village shops, town square and stately homes,...
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These ladies are top notch caregivers. My father lived there for a year with Alzheimer’s. Very loving staff. They made him comfortable and kept him safe in a way we couldn’t. Grateful for these people and...
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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.
Elm City Assisted Living is an assisted living community based in the beautifully pine-forested fields of Elm City, NC. This peaceful area is elegantly tucked between Rocky Mount and Wilson, giving our residents convenient access to both cities. However, Elm City can stand just fine on its own;...
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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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Mercer, NC
The average cost of senior living in Mercer is $4,310 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Speed, NC with an average of $3,706 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mercer, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mercer, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mercer, NC by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mercer, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Mercer
Recent reviews for assisted living in Mercer
The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC
4.6
I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle.
The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of activities.
Spring Arbor of Wilson
4.8
My loved one feels like she's at home, and she has met some great people there. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the care has been very good.
Somerset Court of Rocky Mount
4.3
I was pleasantly surprised to find Somerset to be such a professional yet caring place. The staff, from the director to the maintenance man, has been so helpful, friendly and caring. Our move in day was such an ease. Grandma was pleased to see her new "apartment" as we call it. I feel ...
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Mercer assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer, 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 Mercer 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 Mercer 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
55.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
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
66.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Mercer 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 Mercer 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
55.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mercer 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 Mercer 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
22.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer 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 Mercer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
35.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer 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 Mercer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mercer
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 Mercer protect seniors.
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Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount, Spring Arbor of Greenville and Brookdale Dickinson Avenue are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mercer, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 12 assisted living facilities near Mercer, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Mercer, North Carolina is Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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