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Photo of Spring Arbor of Wilmington
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We moved here and brought mom from another memory care unit. The administration and care staff have been very attentive to mom’s needs. The facility is clean and inviting. When we visit there have been some...
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.
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8.7
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The facility is lovely and clean. Artwork, decor, landscaping outside and courtyard beautifully maintained. Dining area with staff presentation very nice, professional. Food choices tasty and plentiful with...
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.
Morningside of Wilmington is a beautiful, safe and friendly community offering spacious assisted living apartments and Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery program for people with Alzheimer’s or related dementias. All of these needs can be found in one comfortable, secure, and...
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8.0
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6 reviews
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New Hanover House has been a wonderful transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living. The price is the best we have found in Wilmington with no levels of care increases. It is all inclusive with the...
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, New Hanover House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Hanover House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
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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My mother was moved to Champions in April. After a bit of an adjustment period she has come to fit in well there. She has also begun to thrive. Her social interactions have increased, her general well...
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.
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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.
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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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My mom has been at the Kempton for almost a year now. The staff have all been fantastic. Her level of care has fluctuated based on needs at the time. The activities are frequent and engaging. She has become...
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.
The Kempton at Brightmore provides a comfortable, safe and secure environment for senior adults who find living alone is no longer feasible. Our friendly staff encourages and assists each resident to live as independently as possible. Our program is designed for individuals who may need...
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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, 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.
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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This community is beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
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.
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
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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, 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Topsail Beach, NC

The average cost of senior living in Topsail Beach is $4,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Watha, NC with an average of $2,928 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Topsail Beach, NC vs. nearby cities

Topsail Beach, NC
$4,051/mo
$3,912/mo

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

Topsail Beach, NC
$4,051/mo
U.S. national average
$4,618/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Topsail Beach vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,051/mo
$5,130/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Topsail Beach, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,812/mo
Studio
$5,981/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Topsail Beach over time

Topsail Beach, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Topsail Beach, 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 Topsail Beach.

What families are saying about assisted living in Topsail Beach

Recent reviews for assisted living in Topsail Beach

Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC

4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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The Kempton At Brightmore in Wilmington, NC

4.2
My mother lived at the Kempton for about a year and a half before she passed away unexpectedly in late [date removed]. She loved it there! They had lots of activities that she enjoyed and she made many new friends there. I always found the staff to be friendly & caring and the facility was ...
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Cedar Cove Assisted Living in Wilmington, NC

3.9
all residents seem happy and engaged and caregivers are actively involved with the residents

Topsail Beach review score based on 40 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 14 Topsail Beach assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Topsail Beach 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

Topsail Beach review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Topsail Beach, NC14 facilities
7.0
Surf City, NC10 facilities
8.3
Porters Neck, NC15 facilities

Review subcategories for Topsail Beach 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 40 reviews of 14 Topsail Beach assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Topsail Beach 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
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Topsail Beach assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Topsail Beach assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Topsail Beach, 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 Topsail Beach 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 Topsail Beach 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
28.6%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.4%
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
28.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Topsail Beach 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 Topsail Beach Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Topsail Beach, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Topsail Beach 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 Topsail Beach partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Topsail Beach, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Topsail Beach 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 Topsail Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Topsail Beach, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Topsail Beach 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 Topsail Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Topsail Beach, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Topsail Beach

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 Topsail Beach protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Spring Arbor of Wilmington, Morningside of Wilmington and New Hanover House are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Topsail Beach, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 14 assisted living facilities near Topsail Beach, North Carolina. See the full list.

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