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10 Best Nursing Homes in Buncombe County, NC
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County or another care type is right for you. Browse 37 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Buncombe County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pensacola, Possumtrot and Swiss.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Pensacola, Possumtrot and Swiss.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Buncombe County, NC
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Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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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Cost of nursing homes in Buncombe County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Buncombe County is $4,521 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marion, NC with an average of $3,312 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buncombe County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Buncombe County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Buncombe County, NC by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Buncombe County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Buncombe County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Buncombe County
Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park in Hendersonville, NC
4.8
I would highly recommend this community. For the money and cost they are the best community around this area for your loved ones. They have activities like games, movie night, church services and more for the residents.
Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.
Buncombe County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buncombe County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buncombe County, 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 Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County 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
17.9%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
67.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
17.9%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
67.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
7.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
7.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.6%
1.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County 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
3.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
3.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
3.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
3.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
3.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buncombe County 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 Buncombe County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
10.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
10.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
3.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.6%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mars Hill Manor, Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Buncombe County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 37 nursing homes facilities near Buncombe County, North Carolina. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Buncombe County
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