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Mom moved in to memory care 1 week ago. I can usually spot things wrong immediately, and so far NOTHING! From tours to paperwork to moving in, everything has gone smoothly and I have loved everyone I have...
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.
Feel the electricity at North Pointe, where exciting amenities, world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities keep our residents energized and buzzing. Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Anderson, South Carolina, feels like one big family that shares meals...
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22 Floor plans available
9.8
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116 reviews
9.8
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116 reviews
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* [name removed], the director, has been very helpful through a couple of medical issues we have encountered. * They helped set up hospice to come in and help with mom. * The activities are great when my...
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.
Live the good life at Summit Place, where desired amenities and world-class services excite our residents and provide a rewarding, enriching lifestyle. Our caring and professional staff provides a helping hand for residents who may appreciate assistance with activities of daily living. You can be...
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9.7
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53 reviews
9.7
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She's decorated more since then but the rooms are beautiful. Large with a microwave and fridge for snacks. She knows how to order in Walmart plus and gets anything she wants delivered to the front desk. 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.
Keowee Place is located on the shores of Lake Keowee and Lake Hartwell in Seneca, South Carolina. We are close to the historical towns of Cashiers and Highland, North Carolina and our daytrips to these historical towns are a favorite outing for many of our residents. We also make regular trips to...
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42 reviews
9.7
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The staff is welcoming and helpful and kind. They all know my dad well at this point and are very good to him. There are always activities (planned out a month in advance and listed on their calendar)....
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.
The Willows of Easley is more than a place to call home—it's a way of life. Find fulfillment and enjoyment in a vibrant, welcoming community with exceptional care and support. Enjoy a book in the lounge, relax on the patio or visit local attractions. Everything you need is right here.If you’re...
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9.5
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149 reviews
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Staff is really helpful and caring. Common areas are clean. Rooms are large and I would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Oaks at Greenville offers all the amenities and services of assisted living, but includes specially trained staff who are focused on the needs of residents with memory impairment. Three neighborhoods are designed to accommodate the different stages of Alzheimer's and related dementia. We consider...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Vickery Parke has been great. I have already recommended them to others. The staff that I have encountered have been very nice. They seem to like each other and what they do. I was there one Friday afternoon...
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 Good LifeCome and experience what a life of redefined independence looks like here at our assisted living community in Central, South Carolina. For starters, we handle all the cooking, cleaning, laundry and yard work so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Yes, you read that...
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77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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53 reviews
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Administration is extremely kind and know all the patients and all staff take turns spending time with the patients. They go above and beyond to get my mom to shower, clean her hair and do her nails.
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.
Oakview Park Senior LivingFind your place with us!Oakview Park is Powdersville's newest senior living community, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care.It is our goal to enhance the quality of life of our resident members by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and...
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44 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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What was good... $[removed]admin fee to get in, very reasonable [name removed] was helpful with the tour and explaining how it would work Facility is so clean and well kept The mover [name removed]...
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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It is an ok place better than some but it has its faults. Many of the residents complain of the food. It seems to me those who own Terra Belle are in it for the money. Just had a 10% increase for my...
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.
Marchbanks Assisted Living & Memory Care is Anderson, South Carolina’s premier assisted living and memory care community. We are conveniently located near the AnMed Health Campus, hospital, and physician office, as well as shopping, restaurants, churches and schools. Recently, we underwent a...
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The staff was very professional but also personal. It felt like they all really cared about my sister. This includes the nurses, physical therapists and even the cleaning crew. My sister did not take part in...
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.
Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square | Clemson is an assisted living and memory care community. Our senior living community serves seniors in Clemson, South Carolina and is located in the Patrick Square’s Town Center. Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square is conveniently located within an...
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Photo of Brookdale Asheville Overlook
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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44 reviews
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The staff has been very loving and helpful and made my aunt feel so welcome. The room is a nice size with big bathroom. The bathroom is equipped with grab bars which are great for the ease of the client to...
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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The whole staff are very pleasant and care about each resident. They are attentive to residents individual needs and show their respect. I have never witnessed a resident wearing soiled clothing. The...
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.
At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...
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67 reviews
8.5
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5 very pleased with this place. The staff is very caring and patient. My mom loves the food and they have kept her very busy in between meals with activities. My mom is in one of the new rooms and it's a...
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.
Tucked away in the heart of historic Greenville, The Parker assisted living and memory care community often feels more like a family reunion than a traditional senior living experience. This is the place where you can enjoy everything you need for a wonderful retirement. From a custom care plan...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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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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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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Although it is not looking good for mom to go there because of complications. They have gone above and beyond to help us. I would recommend to others but as all assisted living places they have limits 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.
Just 30 minutes from Asheville, in the footprint of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Terrabella Hendersonville offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment near beautiful views, historic sites, shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy our assisted living...
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Waterstone is great. I wouldn't mind living there. It's like a 5 Star country club. The new management company has made some changes but nothing great big. The individual caregivers all know my dad and...
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.
Located in Downtown Greenville, SC, Waterstone on Augusta is a premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community that brings a new, enriching lifestyle to seniors in our growing neighborhood. From the time you walk through the doors, this is obviously no understatement. We strive to enhance the...
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99 Photos available
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5 for all. We're very well pleased. The activity director does an outstanding job creating meaningful experiences for residents with a wide range of interests. The facility is exceptionally clean,...
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.
Morningside of Anderson is nestled away in a neighborhood setting near shopping, restaurants and the hospital. As a premiere provider of assisted living, it's our goal to make every day a memorable one. Discover our experienced and caring staff, comfortable apartment-style living, activities and...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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I wish my sister-in-law had not done what she did! I would want to be there if it came my time to get help. It was clean and the meals looked good and the people working there was friendly.
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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It was really a special place. They took great care of my husband and the rest of the residents. I enjoyed visiting. The food was ok. Not extra special but all else above and beyond. I would highly recommend...
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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88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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39 reviews
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39 reviews
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Every senior deserves an exceptional retirement experience no matter where they are on life’s journey. Here at our memory care community in Asheville, North Carolina, your loved one can enjoy a rich and fulfilling life surrounded by a compassionate care team that works day and night to make sure...
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Good staff and supervision. Good Greenville local Assisted Living. At the pricing level it is a good choice for assisted living and memory care in Greenville, SC
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.
Pendleton Manor is located in the downtown area of Greenville, SC and is owned and operated by Schonberg and Associates.  It is the oldest, most established Assisted Living in Greenville.  Along with the 35 bed assisted living, Pendleton Manor also has a 30 bed secured memory care unit...
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77 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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The daily caregivers were good and seemed to really care for their residents. The caregivers were good. Management and communication could improve.
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.
Spring Park is an Atlas Senior Living Community with a separate secure memory care wing.Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally stimulating. We encourage our residents to celebrate the joys of life...
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[name removed] was very nice and accommodating. So was [Name Removed] . I think things overall were nice and clean. Appt size was good.
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.
We. Are. Family. Award Winning Senior Living! National Winner-Top 50 in Aging Services by Fortune magazine. A Great Place to Work certified 3 consecutive years. Multiple Pinnacle Customer Service Awards. Reader’s Choice Best of Anderson 2020. Call or drop by to see what make Garden House of...
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My mother had been able to live with family until a few days after her 100th birthday. She fell and broke her leg which required major surgery. After the fall she was not able to come back home. The Veranda...
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.
We provide gentle guidance and oversight while fostering dignity and encouraging independence. Our staff manages medication and assists with bathing and grooming. Three home-cooked meals are served daily in our country style dining room, and activities are offered daily to engage and stimulate...

Cost of nursing homes in Highlands, NC

The average cost of senior living in North Carolina is $4,826 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Senior living costs in North Carolina vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNorth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$4,826/mo$5,847/mo17.5% below national median
Assisted Living$6,196/mo$5,830/mo6.3% above national median
Memory Care$7,410/mo$6,999/mo5.9% above national median
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,520/mo0.4% above national median
Nursing Homes
North Carolina:$4,826/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:17.5% below national median
Assisted Living
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.3% above national median
Memory Care
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
Independent Living
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:0.4% above national median
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Highlands

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Highlands

BeeHive Homes of Toccoa

5.0
My dad was only at this house house for a short time but while he was there he had received excellent care from the caregivers and other staff. They made sure the residence was always clean and that they had hot tasty throughout the deals. I overall have no complaints and would recommend this ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Shepherd's Care Assisted Living in Greenville, SC

4.8
I'm quite happy with them. They are very clean, and the staff is very friendly. They are quick to respond if I have any concerns or if there are needs. They have activities, and they try to get the residents engaged but it can be hard in memory care.

Highlands nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highlands nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highlands, 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 Highlands 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 Highlands that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
0.6%
1.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
1.7%
4.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
11.1%
14.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
11.4%
15.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
1.8%
4.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
0.3%
0.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
11.1%
13.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
1.8%
3.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
8%
9.6%
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 Highlands 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 Highlands Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
0.9%
1.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
0.1%
0.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
1.2%
2.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
0.2%
0.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highlands 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 Highlands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
0.1%
0.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
0.2%
0.6%
No sugar
No sugar
0.2%
0.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
0.9%
1.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Highlands 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 Highlands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highlands, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
0.1%
0.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
0.1%
0.2%
Room service
Room service
0.1%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Highlands 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 Highlands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highlands, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
0.1%
0.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
0.1%
0.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
0.1%
0.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
1.6%
3.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
0.1%
0.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
1.4%
3.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
0.1%
0.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
0.1%
0.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
0.1%
0.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
0.1%
0.2%
Live performances
Live performances
0.1%
0.2%
Dances
Dances
0.1%
0.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
0.1%
0.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
0.1%
0.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

North Pointe, Summit Place and Keowee Square are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Highlands, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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