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10 Best Nursing Homes in Mecklenburg County, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County or another care type is right for you. Browse 49 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Mecklenburg County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eastover, Madison Park and Coliseum Drive.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Georgeville, Midland and Hancock.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Mecklenburg County, NC

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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.
Preston House I, LLC is an assisted living facility specializing in Alzheimer's and memory loss care. The beautiful facility is conveniently located in Charlotte, NC between I-77 and I-85. It promotes safety and is located in a community with controlled access equipped emergency call systems. Our...
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Cost of nursing homes in Mecklenburg County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mecklenburg County is $4,636 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spencer Mountain, NC with an average of $4,452 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Mecklenburg County, NC vs. nearby counties

Mecklenburg County, NC
$4,636/mo
$4,747/mo

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

Mecklenburg County, NC
$4,636/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

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

$5,137/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,636/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,716/mo
Studio
$5,376/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,703/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,197/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Mecklenburg County over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Mecklenburg County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Mecklenburg County

The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC

4.9
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.

Olde Knox Commons at the Villages of Mecklenb in Huntersville, NC

5.0
My experience here was very pleasurable. The staff were extremely kind and helped me to recover very well. I would come back in a second if needed and now consider these people my second family. Thank yall very much!

Terrace Ridge Assisted Living in Gastonia, NC

4.5
Naturally there is a staffing shortage but the staff members are trying their best and the staff we have met are very friendly. Our loved one is very happy there, the value is worth it because she is getting all the attention and care she needs. It has been excellent. The meals are not the best, ...
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Mecklenburg County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mecklenburg County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mecklenburg County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg 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
53.8%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mecklenburg County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mecklenburg County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mecklenburg 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 Mecklenburg County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mecklenburg County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Morningside of Concord and Concord Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 49 nursing homes facilities near Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. See the full list.

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