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9 Best Nursing Homes in Best, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Best nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Best, NC may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Best or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Best.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Best, NC

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Photo of Navion of Goldsboro
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33 Floor plans available
8.5
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15 reviews
8.5
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15 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
47%
3 star
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The staff are friendly and caring and easy to communicate with. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
At our assisted living community, located just a short drive from downtown Goldsboro, N.C., we believe social relationships and friendships are integral to aging well and living well. Whether you’re gathering in the group family room to watch a movie, joining in an arts & crafts project or...
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33 Floor plans available
7.6
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22 reviews
7.6
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22 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
14%
3 star
27%
2 star
9%
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The staff at Brookdale Country Day Road was very kind and went out of their way to make sure that everybody stayed connected. Moving in and getting set up was simple and streamlined. Any help that we needed...
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.
Our community, set on 3 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in a quiet residential area of Goldsboro, N.C.,  offers premium assisted living services for seniors.We offer a holistic approach to care that provides a true sense of purpose as we meet emotional, mental, physical and...
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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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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.
Now Open in Goldsboro!A pleasant room, a hot, fresh meal, a game night with new friends - Eagles Pointe in Goldsboro, NC combines all the comforts of home with the health and personal care needed to live fully and comfortably.Our staff is dedicated to providing a safe, warm, engaging environment...
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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, 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.
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Somerset court of Goldsboro offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Somerset court of Goldsboro, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued...
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Cost of nursing homes in Best, NC

The average cost of senior living in Best is $3,987 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Calypso, NC with an average of $3,662 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Best, NC vs. nearby cities

Best, NC
$3,987/mo
$3,987/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Best, NC vs. the state and national average

Best, NC
$3,987/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Best vs. other types of senior living

$4,435/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,987/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Best, NC by room type

Studio
$4,800/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,625/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,825/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Best over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Best

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Best

Navion of Goldsboro

4.3
The food was good the first week. They had a lot of activites but I did not participate. I picked this community because, it was a smaller, and I was familiar with area. I would recommend to other families.

Brookdale Country Day Road in Goldsboro, NC

4.9
I would tell others this is definitely a place to consider. There is good value for the money here. I felt my loved one was safe and well cared for by the staff. The staff were good at communicating with the family with any questions or concerns we had.

The Village of Kinston

5.0
My mom just moved in here a couple of weeks ago. I'm impressed with the time the management took to make moms move in process fun and relaxing. When a administrator rolls up her sleeves and helps unpack moms things and takes the time everyday to check on mom . That shows they care. Mom loves the ...
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Best nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Best nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Best, 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 Best nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Best 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%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Best nursing homes

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 Best Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Best, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
4.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Best nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Best partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Best, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Best nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Best communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Best, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Best nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Best offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Best, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Spring Arbor of Kinston, Navion of Goldsboro and Snow Hill Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Best, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Best, North Carolina. See the full list.

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