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We chose Beehive Homes because they are so close and they were willing to work with my loved one's need for a catheter. Beehive Homes is a great place. The staff are very, very nice; they care for the...
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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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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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The Oaks is a good community that offers a good amount of services. The community is very clean and the staff is really friendly. The landscaping is about average. This community is close to her home town so...
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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They are very good to me here. The aides treat me good and are very nice to me. The rooms are huge, and I have a private room with a nice size bathroom and shower.
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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.
Lazy-R Personal Care Lazy-R Personal Care is a well-established senior living community located in the quaint town of Blairsville, Georgia. This small town has loads of charm and is a warm and welcoming town. Lazy-R is easily accessed just off of Highway 15. Nearby is the southern cuisine Fatz...
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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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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Habersham Retreat has so many wonderful activities for my mother to get to interact in. She likes to participate in bingo, their Sunday church mass, and go to the store through the week. I really like that...
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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.
Habersham Retreat is a senior community in Baldwin, GA. Baldwin is located approximately one hour northeast of Atlanta right on the border of the vast and beautiful Chattahoochee National Forest. Baldwin is centrally located to three major hospitals and a small airport makes it convenient to...
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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The owners of Stonehenge Senior Living, [names removed], care deeply about seniors and their quality of life. The facility is clean. Each staff member cares about each resident. They are diligent with...
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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
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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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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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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
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Scaly Mountain, NC

The average cost of senior living in Scaly Mountain is $3,557 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $2,804 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scaly Mountain, NC vs. nearby cities

Scaly Mountain, NC
$3,557/mo
$3,907/mo
$3,600/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scaly Mountain, NC vs. the state and national average

Scaly Mountain, NC
$3,557/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scaly Mountain vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,557/mo
$4,509/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Scaly Mountain, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$3,530/mo
Studio
$4,392/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,956/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,460/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scaly Mountain, 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 Scaly Mountain.

What families are saying about assisted living in Scaly Mountain

Recent reviews for assisted living in Scaly Mountain

Oakview Park in Greenville, SC

3.8
The staff I've worked with are kind and helpful. My father doesn't need much help so he doesn't make use of a lot of the amenities offered. The transport to the doctor is super helpful! Medication has been an issue, but we manage it now rather than having the facility do it.

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Scaly Mountain review score based on 107 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 107 reviews of 58 Scaly Mountain assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Scaly Mountain 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

Scaly Mountain review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Scaly Mountain, NC58 facilities
7.8
Highlands, NC93 facilities
8.2
Franklin, NC74 facilities

Review subcategories for Scaly Mountain 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 107 reviews of 58 Scaly Mountain assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scaly Mountain 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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4.1
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Scaly Mountain assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scaly Mountain assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scaly Mountain, 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 Scaly Mountain 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 Scaly Mountain that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scaly Mountain, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.9%
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
43.1%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.4%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scaly Mountain 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 Scaly Mountain Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scaly Mountain, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.5%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scaly Mountain 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 Scaly Mountain partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scaly Mountain, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.7%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
22.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Scaly Mountain 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 Scaly Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scaly Mountain, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scaly Mountain 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 Scaly Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.6%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scaly Mountain

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 Scaly Mountain protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Belvedere Commons of Seneca, Keowee Square and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scaly Mountain, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 58 assisted living facilities near Scaly Mountain, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Scaly Mountain, North Carolina are Belvedere Commons of Seneca, Keowee Square and Oaks at Seneca. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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