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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, New Bern
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
92 reviews
9.6
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92 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
28%
3 star
7%
2 star
4%
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7%
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Truewood has been the perfect location for my dad. Good food, great care, good location near all his doctors, readily available transportation, very reasonable price. Lots of activities and good service....
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.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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Photo of Brookdale Dickinson Avenue
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
35 reviews
9.4
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35 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
23%
3 star
14%
2 star
6%
1 star
11%
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff pick up the phone when we call. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale Dickinson Avenue to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Our senior living community, in Greenville, N.C., offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care in an environment of beauty and sophisticated Southern living. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving the daily personal assistance you need....
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Photo of Navion of New Bern
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
26 reviews
9.2
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26 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
46%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
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0%
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My father was a resident of Navion. He had help with his mobility issues and he used his wheelchair to go everywhere in the facility. There were activities every day including outings and activities that...
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.
You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career fields, college days or time in the service when you join our assisted living community in the historic river town of New Bern, N.C. You can stay wonderfully independent and active while receiving...
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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
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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Change is HARD!! It was difficult leaving our lovely home after 46 years. In short — it was the best decision we ever made and we could not be happier! Life simply does not get any easier as the years go...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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
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.
New Bern House Assisted Living and Memory Care is a highly regarded senior living community in a desirable location in NC. Whether for you or a loved one, New Bern House offers a caring atmosphere, active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Bern House,...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Wilmar, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wilmar is $4,256 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bath, NC with an average of $2,850 per month.

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

Wilmar, NC
$4,256/mo
$3,590/mo

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

Wilmar, NC
$4,256/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,256/mo
$4,339/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,400/mo
Studio
$5,807/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,885/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,992/mo

Senior living costs in Wilmar 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: Wilmar, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWilmar, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,256/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,339/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$2,631/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Wilmar, NC:$4,256/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Wilmar, NC:$4,339/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Wilmar, NC:$2,631/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wilmar, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wilmar 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.

Wilmar, NCNC stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Wilmar, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wilmar 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
Wilmar, NC$5,634/mo$4,561/mo+23.5%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Wilmar, NC
2024 average cost:$5,634/mo
2023 average cost:$4,561/mo
Percent change:+23.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wilmar, 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 Wilmar.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wilmar

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wilmar

Cypress Glen in Greenville, NC

4.9
Change is HARD!! It was difficult leaving our lovely home after 46 years. In short — it was the best decision we ever made and we could not be happier! Life simply does not get any easier as the years go by and making the big, bold decision to move to Cypress Glen was the right one for us! I ...
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Home Place of New Bern

3.9
We came in 2017 from NY & FL. Apartments are mostly efficient. Overall cleanliness is probable average. There is not enough staff to keep everything pristine. Housekeeping is variable dependent on your housekeeper. The staff is friendly. Maintainence is difficult with 2 people for ...
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Spring Arbor of Greenville

3.9
Mom is staying active, she says the food is good. The staff is professional and friendly. Someone did break her TV, they replaced it until I got her a new one, but I did not find out about it until I visited mom.

Wilmar review score based on 46 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 8 Wilmar assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wilmar 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

Wilmar review score compared against nearby cities

9.4
Wilmar, NC8 facilities
9.4
Vanceboro, NC7 facilities
8.9
Chocowinity, NC12 facilities

Review subcategories for Wilmar 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 46 reviews of 8 Wilmar assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wilmar 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.
Wilmar, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.1
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Wilmar assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilmar assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilmar, 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 Wilmar 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 Wilmar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wilmar, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.5%
34.1%
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
37.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.5%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wilmar 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 Wilmar Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wilmar, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilmar 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 Wilmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilmar, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wilmar 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 Wilmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilmar, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wilmar 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 Wilmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wilmar, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wilmar

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