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44 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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23 reviews
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Trinity View was excellent for my mom. They gave her community and helped back to such a stable state that we were able to bring her home with us. The staff is incredible and so friendly. I would definitely...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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Photo of Brookdale Asheville Overlook
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.8
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40 reviews
8.8
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40 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
25%
3 star
10%
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5%
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Overall very happy with staff and facility. Treated my father like he was family! I would recommend to others, very caring environment for your family member.
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.
A Nature Lover’s DreamTucked amidst the natural beauty of Asheville, North Carolina, it’s no surprise the new neighbors at your assisted living community are eager to adventure in the great outdoors. You’ll feel right at home as you soak up the sunshine and scenic views on the expansive...
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Photo of Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park
88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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16 reviews
8.6
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16 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
31%
3 star
0%
2 star
6%
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Most of the staff and facility are wonderful. There are some things that fall through the cracks like having any medical staff at the facility on a regular basis. The activity staff is the best ever and they...
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.
Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park is located at the southern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was incorporated on October 2004. This Navion Senior Solutions facility offers both Independent and Assisted living, Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park offers the wonderful services that have made us the...
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11 Photo available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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27 reviews
8.6
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27 reviews
5 star
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4 star
26%
3 star
7%
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7%
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There simply are no words that are adequate to give Carolina Reserve at Hendersonville enough credit for all they have done for our mother in her last years. The staff has been so patient, kind and lovely to...
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.
Why opt for nursing home care when your needs can be met at our beautiful assisted living community in Western North Carolina? At Carolina Reserve, we accept a higher level of care than most realize – and our residents age in place without the need to move to a skilled nursing facility in the...
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44 Photos available
8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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50%
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My loved one is a resident at this facility and it has been great!
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.
Photo of Heather Glen Assisted Living
2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.0
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9 reviews
7.0
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
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22%
3 star
11%
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I would recommend it for a family style type of living. I liked it because it was small and similar to how my mom's personality is. I really like the staff
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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5 star
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4 star
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My mother has been at Cedar Mountain for three years and I have found everyone to be caring and considerate in their care of her. Last year was especially hard due to Covid but [names removed] went over the...
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.
Cedar Mountain House is an assisted living community located just outside of downtown Brevard, NC. Cradled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brevard is a cozy town filled with tremendous cultural & natural opportunities. Cedar Mountain House is tucked away from the hustle & bustle of in town...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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
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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
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.
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
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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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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.
Photo of The Gardens of Hendersonville
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.

Cost of assisted living in Wolf Ford, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wolf Ford is $4,204 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $2,919 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wolf Ford, NC, vs. nearby cities

Wolf Ford, NC
$4,204/mo
$4,044/mo

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

Wolf Ford, NC
$4,204/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Wolf Ford, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,204/mo
$4,770/mo

Assisted living costs in Wolf Ford, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,945/mo
Studio
$5,698/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,835/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,595/mo

Senior living costs in Wolf Ford 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: Wolf Ford, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWolf Ford, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,204/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,770/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Wolf Ford, NC:$4,204/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Wolf Ford, NC:$4,770/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Wolf Ford, NC:$3,489/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wolf Ford, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wolf Ford 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
Wolf Ford, NC$6,088/mo$5,338/mo+14.1%
North Carolina$5,136/mo$4,858/mo+5.7%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Wolf Ford, NC
2024 average cost:$6,088/mo
2023 average cost:$5,338/mo
Percent change:+14.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,136/mo
2023 average cost:$4,858/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wolf Ford, 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 Wolf Ford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wolf Ford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wolf Ford

Cedar Mountain House in Brevard, NC

5.0
My sister and I absolutely love all the staff at Cedar Mountain House. They are always very friendly and welcoming and take excellent care of our Mom. We were very thankful to find a place for her after her fall. She has Alzheimer’s and think she has always lived there and they are her lifelong ...
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain in Asheville, NC

5.0
Everything has been great. All aspects of the staff are great. All the nurses are wonderful. [name removed] the Med Tech has been great along with [name removed]. Mom loves the food. I had one issue that was quickly resolved. I will highly recommend.

Brookdale Asheville Overlook

4.9
The facility is a tad bit dated, but it's in very good repair, and there is plenty of outdoor space. The staff have been exceptionally supportive and helpful.

Wolf Ford review score based on 35 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 17 Wolf Ford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wolf Ford 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

Wolf Ford review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wolf Ford, NC17 facilities
8.3
Brevard, NC166 facilities
8.2
Mills River, NC19 facilities

Review subcategories for Wolf Ford 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 35 reviews of 17 Wolf Ford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wolf Ford 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.
Wolf Ford, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
4.0
Friendliness
3.4
4.1
Care services
3.1
3.8
Staff
3.3
4.0
Meals & dining
2.9
3.6
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.1
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wolf Ford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wolf Ford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wolf Ford, 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 Wolf Ford 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 Wolf Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wolf Ford, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
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
47.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wolf Ford 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 Wolf Ford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wolf Ford, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
5.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.9%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wolf Ford 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 Wolf Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wolf Ford, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wolf Ford 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 Wolf Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wolf Ford, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wolf Ford 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 Wolf Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wolf Ford, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wolf Ford

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

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Trinity View Retirement Community, Brookdale Asheville Overlook and Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wolf Ford, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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