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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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I wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate the care that is given to my MawMaw at this facility. I love the family atmosphere that is in this place! My MawMaw had to have more care than...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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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.
Wexford House is a senior living community located in Denver, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Wexford House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life 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.
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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.
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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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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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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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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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.
Welcome to The Willows at York, a place to call home. Many do.The Willows at York offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff that greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Living Choices: Assisted...

Cost of assisted living in Rockdale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Rockdale is $5,233 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lincolnton, NC with an average of $4,916 per month.

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

Rockdale, NC
$5,233/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,233/mo
$6,499/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,463/mo
Studio
$4,741/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,308/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,436/mo

Senior living costs in Rockdale 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: Rockdale, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRockdale, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,233/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,499/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Rockdale, NC:$5,233/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Rockdale, NC:$6,499/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Rockdale, NC:unavailable
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rockdale, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rockdale 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
Rockdale, NC$5,616/mo$5,322/mo+5.5%
North Carolina$5,036/mo$4,872/mo+3.4%
National$5,086/mo$4,828/mo+5.3%
Rockdale, NC
2024 average cost:$5,616/mo
2023 average cost:$5,322/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,036/mo
2023 average cost:$4,872/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,086/mo
2023 average cost:$4,828/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rockdale, 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 Rockdale.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rockdale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rockdale

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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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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Springs of Catawba in Hickory, NC

4.0
I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was the right place. Julie was caring, warm, understood the situation and her positive energy ...
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Rockdale review score based on 70 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 70 reviews of 3 Rockdale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rockdale 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

Rockdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Rockdale, NC3 facilities
8.2
Forest City, NC4 facilities
8.3
Lincolnton, NC134 facilities

Review subcategories for Rockdale 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 70 reviews of 3 Rockdale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rockdale 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.
Rockdale, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.4
4.2
Activities
4.1
4.3
Value for cost*
4.0
4.2
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Rockdale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockdale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockdale, 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 Rockdale 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 Rockdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rockdale, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
51%
45.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.8%
29.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.2%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.1%
49.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.7%
26.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.8%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.5%
41.2%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.6%
45.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rockdale 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 Rockdale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rockdale, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.2%
44.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.8%
28.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.2%
35.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.5%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rockdale 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 Rockdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rockdale, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.5%
23.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
29.3%
32.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.4%
31.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.4%
16.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Rockdale 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 Rockdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rockdale, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
37%
Room service
Room service
22.6%
32.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rockdale 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 Rockdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rockdale, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.3%
40.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
26.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.4%
43.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.6%
42.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.1%
45.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.8%
36.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39%
31.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.3%
33.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
42.3%
40.9%
Dances
Dances
33%
26.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.1%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.2%
40%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rockdale

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