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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rutherwood, NC
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood, 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 Rutherwood or another care type is right for you. Browse 160 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rutherwood.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Hughes, Carpenter Bottom and Mount Herman.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Hughes, Carpenter Bottom and Mount Herman.
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For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Cambridge House is a senior living community located in Hildebran, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Cambridge House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life...
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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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Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Tennessee, The Courtyards at Johnson City Lakeside 2 is that retirement home in the mountains that lots of people have waited for their whole life. This assisted living community offers safety and security in a mountain setting. A place where peace and...
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Piedmont Village at Newton is an assisted living community located in Newton, NC. The city of Newton is located in Catawba County and is home to about 13,000 people. Newton is a small town where residents can enjoy going out for relaxing walks, going to run errands, or relaxing in the comfort of...
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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.
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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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.
Yancey House is an assisted living and memory care community located in Burnsville, NC. Burnsville is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina & rests in the shadow of Mount Mitchell which has the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. It is known as 'The Heart of the Blue...
Cost of nursing homes in Rutherwood, NC
The average cost of senior living in Rutherwood is $3,987 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Drexel, NC with an average of $3,532 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Rutherwood
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rutherwood
Brookdale Lenoir
4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!
The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens
3.8
When it comes to the meals and dining, this area needs lots of work. There needs to be healthier, fresh food...more vegetables and fruits. And better quality meats. The activities has recently dramatically improved with the hiring of a really good activities director. Previously, there ...
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Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living in Johnson City, TN
4.0
I would recommend it. Of the facilities in our area, this one is the best value for the money. I picked it because it is a clean, updated facility, all on one level. They have suites with doors open to a courtyard. The staff is friendly and helpful. They allow residents to have meals in their ...
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Rutherwood nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherwood nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherwood, 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 Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rutherwood, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.1%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.9%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.9%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
35.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rutherwood, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
32.9%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherwood, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.1%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
17.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherwood, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherwood 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 Rutherwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherwood, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
25.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.7%
0.4%
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Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Johnson City and American House Johnson City are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rutherwood, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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