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Photo of Sunrise of Providence
11 Video available
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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84 reviews
9.8
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84 reviews
5 star
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It is a small facility but feels like home and I would highly recommend this assisted living facility. All the staff from the director to the front desk, to the kitchen staff, to medical/nursing staff, every...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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77 Photos available
9.3
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27 reviews
9.3
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27 reviews
5 star
62%
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26%
3 star
4%
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At this point I think all 1 through 8 are rated 5 in my opinion. We are very pleased! The staff has been able to answer all of our questions clearly and quickly. The entire facility inside and out is very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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22 Floor plans available
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9.2
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66 reviews
9.2
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66 reviews
5 star
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They are compassionate, know how to deal with memory care patients. One complaint. The different shifts were not on the same page. There was a huge communication gap. Mom was transitioning and we're told NOT...
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.
Welcome to Summit Place of Southpark Assisted Living and Memory Care Community located in the Southpark area of Charlotte, North Carolina. The moment you walk in to Summit Place you become a part of our family. Relax in a cozy chair, shop the nearby stores or enjoy one of our many stimulating...
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11 Video available
1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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9.2
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86 reviews
9.2
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86 reviews
5 star
57%
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30%
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I have lived at MerryWood since [date removed]. The activities are wonderful. I just came from a wonderful session where we were drumming and what I’ve liked about that is all of us are different. We have...
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.
Located in the heart of Charlotte, Myers Park and Dilworth neighborhoods.
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11 Video available
99 Photos available
8.7
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31 reviews
8.7
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31 reviews
5 star
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26%
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I like that it's small. The residents and staff are all so caring and friendly towards one another. It's been a really good fit for my mom.
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.
Cadence Huntersville has been in the town of Huntersville for 5 successful years. Cadence houses both residents needing assisted living and a specialized secured setting for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. A strength of our community is the ability to age in place and transition care...
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8.5
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64 reviews
8.5
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64 reviews
5 star
46%
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25%
3 star
13%
2 star
8%
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8%
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Overall good. They struggled with heating and ac issues earlier in the year. Staff overall is good however My mom has submitted some complaints about staff caring for my stepdad. Once submitted the issues...
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.
Come To Live Here.Just when you thought life in the Carolinas couldn’t get any better, Charter Senior Living of Charlotte has raised the bar. Great scenery is just the start. We’ve also instilled a new philosophy on senior living, as fresh as the morning breeze while rocking on our wrap-around...
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8.2
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64 reviews
8.2
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64 reviews
5 star
33%
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31%
3 star
16%
2 star
11%
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9%
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Facility is renovated and very nice. Rooms are spacious. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We didn't get enough information going in though. It would have been great if they had a welcome package that...
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.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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East Towne has been a great find for a place for my Mom. They take excellent care of her and she has adapted well to an assisted living facility because they made her feel welcome and friendly.
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.
East Towne is an Assisted Living Community conveniently located in Charlotte, NC. We hope to provide a happy, healthy lifestyle for every resident, tailored to each person's individual needs. Our staff members are friendly, well trained, and responsive. They will work with you to ensure your...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
Woodlawn Haven Woodlawn Haven is an assisted living community nestled in Mount Holly, North Carolina. Our campus is conveniently located to route 27 and nestled in the deep green of Mount Holly North Carolina. We provide ample parking for both residents and their visiting friends and family....
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Oakdale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Oakdale is $5,509 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Indian Trail, NC with an average of $5,222 per month.

Assisted living costs in Oakdale, NC, vs. nearby cities

Oakdale, NC
$5,509/mo
$5,892/mo
$5,640/mo

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

Oakdale, NC
$5,509/mo
U.S. national average
$5,805/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakdale, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,509/mo
$6,768/mo

Assisted living costs in Oakdale, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,847/mo
Studio
$4,890/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,549/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,448/mo

Senior living costs in Oakdale 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: Oakdale, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakdale, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,509/mo$6,101/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$6,768/mo$7,370/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living$3,347/mo$3,541/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Oakdale, NC:$5,509/mo
North Carolina:$6,101/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Oakdale, NC:$6,768/mo
North Carolina:$7,370/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Oakdale, NC:$3,347/mo
North Carolina:$3,541/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oakdale, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oakdale 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oakdale, NC$5,390/mo$5,004/mo+7.7%
North Carolina$5,685/mo$5,297/mo+7.3%
National$5,513/mo$5,261/mo+4.8%
Oakdale, NC
2024 average cost:$5,390/mo
2023 average cost:$5,004/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,685/mo
2023 average cost:$5,297/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,513/mo
2023 average cost:$5,261/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oakdale, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Oakdale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oakdale

MerryWood on Park in Charlotte, NC

5.0
First and foremost, both of my parents are happy at MerryWood. I trust the staff who truly care about their residents and provide a high level of service from the front desk to the dining room to planned activities to managing medications. I'm lucky to be close by and can drop in at any time. ...
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The Living Center of Concord

4.0
This is a church-based community and was by far the best value in the market. If resources are tight, you should consider this community. Fees are inclusive - which is a very big deal. I have been happy with the care for my father. The staff is caring and attentive given the size. My father is ...
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Best of Care Assisted Living in Kannapolis, NC

5.0
Best of Care Assisted Living has been a great place. I've felt that the care there has been better than any place that my loved one has been thus far in the Salisbury area. It's actually in Kannapolis. It's a smaller, family owned establishment. The owner even helps out when needed and even ...
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Oakdale review score based on 109 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 109 reviews of 12 Oakdale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakdale 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

Oakdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Oakdale, NC12 facilities
8.7
Concord, NC18 facilities
8.7
Gastonia, NC13 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakdale 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 109 reviews of 12 Oakdale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oakdale 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.
Oakdale, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.4
Staff
3.2
3.6
Meals & dining
3.3
3.3
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Oakdale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakdale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale 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 Oakdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakdale, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
58.3%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oakdale 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 Oakdale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakdale, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakdale 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 Oakdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakdale, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakdale 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 Oakdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakdale, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakdale 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 Oakdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakdale, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oakdale

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 Oakdale protect seniors.
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Sunrise of Providence, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Summit Place of South Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oakdale, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 15 assisted living facilities near Oakdale, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Oakdale, North Carolina are Legacy Heights Senior Living Community, Lake Wylie and Morningside of Gastonia. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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