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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shulls Mill, NC
If you’re looking for assisted living in Shulls Mill, 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 Shulls Mill or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Shulls Mill.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Shulls Mill for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 90 assisted living facilities in the Shulls Mill 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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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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden 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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They were huge and they had all levels of care. We used them for rehab, and for memory care. In the rehab they knew that she had to be secured so they made sure to have her in a secure section when she was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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
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.
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.
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.
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...
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 Shulls Mill, NC
The average cost of senior living in Shulls Mill is $4,104 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Valdese, NC with an average of $3,488 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shulls Mill, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shulls Mill, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shulls Mill, NC by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shulls Mill, 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 Shulls Mill.
Private income options in North Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shulls Mill
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shulls Mill
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!
Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon
5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Shulls Mill review score based on 193 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 193 reviews of 67 Shulls Mill assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shulls Mill 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
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Review subcategories for Shulls Mill 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 193 reviews of 67 Shulls Mill assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shulls Mill 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.Shulls Mill, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Shulls Mill assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shulls Mill assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shulls Mill, 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 Shulls Mill 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 Shulls Mill 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
40.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shulls Mill 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 Shulls Mill 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
41.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shulls Mill 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 Shulls Mill 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
20.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23.9%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.9%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Shulls Mill 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 Shulls Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
28.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shulls Mill 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 Shulls Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.8%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.4%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.9%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
20.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shulls Mill
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 Shulls Mill protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shulls Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 90 assisted living facilities near Shulls Mill, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Shulls Mill, North Carolina is Brookdale Johnson City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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