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Memory care in Shelby offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Shelby is about $4,879 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 95 communities, read 1994 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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There were some issues at first - staff turnover and pharmacy they were using - but they have a new executive director and she has really turned things around.
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.
The Laurels in Highland Creek is an Assisted Living community located in the master-planned community of Highland Creek in Charlotte, North Carolina. Everything we do at The Laurels is designed to assure the well-being of each of our assisted living residents. Located in northern Mecklenburg...
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I could not answer #5 because there was a turnover in management while my brother was there. But from just the little time I visited my brother, I think the management was better before the buyout...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Picture Yourself living the lifestyle you've earned...…. Whether you'd just like a little assistance or need more comprehensive attention, we have a program for you. Life at TerraBella Thornblade offers all of the comforts of home without the challenges, problems and responsibilities of home...
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For our purposes of memory care, security was a big issue and they were always vigilant about that and it allowed us peace of mind for him! We were very pleased with everything about the facility.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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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I am sad that my husband passed away 3 weeks after admission but during that time he was in 3 different hospitals and was only at Charter for a total of 5 or 6 days. But that said, they took good care of him...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Come To Live Here.Just when you thought life in the Carolinas couldn’t get any better, Charter Senior Living of Charlotte has raised the bar. Great scenery is just the start. We’ve also instilled a new philosophy on senior living, as fresh as the morning breeze while rocking on our wrap-around...
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My mom has been at HarborChase at Riverwalk now for two years. I cannot praise the staff there enough for the excellent care they give mom. My sister and I are there daily and I am always amazed as to how...
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.
HarborChase of Riverwalk Conveniently located close to the unique dining, shopping and entertainment opportunities of the distinctive Riverwalk community, HarborChase of Riverwalk is a seamless combination of timeless elegance, modern conveniences and Southern hospitality. Here, you'll happily...
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My mother has been at Terra Bella Memory Care for 6 weeks. She is always clean and well groomed. The staff is friendly, attentive and kind. Resident rooms are open to all, which can be disconcerting....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
TerraBella Newton honors veterans with lifetime savings! Veteran seniors qualify for 5% off their monthly rental rate and for 25% off the community fee. Learn more today!
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Cadence at Mint Hill is very clean and the people were helpful and kind ... food not very good most days. Nursing staff is very good... I think they were my mom's best friends. She moved to [facility name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Set in Mint Hill, a budding suburb just east of Charlotte, North Carolina, Cadence Senior Living offers a vibrant residential community for seniors throughout the Mecklenburg County area. The community’s location provides easy access to all that Mint Hill has to offer, including parks,...
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My mom has been living in Brookdale for 9 months and I cannot be happier. The facility is warm & welcoming as [name removed]has a fabulous sense of style. [name removed] & [name removed]are always around to...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Specialized Care for Exceptional SeniorsMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a life lived well. At our luxurious community, residents are steered gently through their day, experiencing daily moments of joy. We are a dedicated memory care community in Charlotte, North Carolina. We are an elite...
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We are so grateful for the team at Chandler Place. The attention they give the residents is much more than basic care. They are treated with love, Kindness and more than anything, respect. I feel that they...
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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living. And we have just the place to do it. We are a premier senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. Our residents have more options for enjoying the senior living lifestyle. They also have fewer worries, as...
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I visited there on a routine basis with my therapy dog. I saw in inner workings of the facility, not watered down tour workings. I already have recommended to others. If I thought it was good enough for my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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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Photo of Summit Place of King's Mountain
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They really cared for Mom , they handled minor issues like a scratch or first aid without sending her to the emergency room. Her first facility was constantly sending her for minor injuries. The director...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Summit Place of Kings Mountain Summit Place of Kings Mountain is an assisted living community located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina of Cleveland County. With its ideal location near many restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, museums and galleries, the city of Kings Mountain offers the...
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I would say that out of all the facilities I've been to that this one out ranks them all for appearance, cleanliness and staff. It's very upscale. The room sizes in assisted living are great and they have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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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I was happy with the layout and upkeep of the facility and my mom had friends. We felt she was safe there. I wanted to see some improvements in the meal service, the quality of the food and the lack of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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 so thrilled about your interest in our community. We are the most elegant, well-appointed, luxury senior living community in Charlotte. We are located on Randolph Rd, south of the Cotswold shopping center. Our well thought out community design offers an immaculate independent living...
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We are extremely pleased with the care that my mother is receiving. I highly recommend The Blake for many reasons: a beautiful facility, wonderful meals, and many fun activities for the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Resort Style Assisted Living and Memory CareStrategically located in Indian Land, South Carolina off of Edgewater Parkway. The Blake at Edgewater is unlike any other. Retirement and hospitality are blended to create an assisted living and memory care community where you will feel right at...
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My mother was there for advanced hospice care so some things did not apply to her. The facility is an older structure so has that appearance in ceilings, windows etc. bathrooms are shared. Is located in a...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Meadow Lakes of Statesville Memory Care works hard to help ensure that our elderly loved ones stay healthy and safe.
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All the staff at Brighton Gardens have made sure to understand my mom’s needs, from first contact to the present. They listened about budget, lifestyle and care needs and found the perfect plan. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Our foundation is belief in the sacred value of human life.Our Mission: To champion the quality of life for all seniors!Sunrise Senior has been caring for seniors for 35 years, we are all over the US, in the UK & Canada.We believe that the community you choose should be a good fit for the...
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They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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I feel staff is kind and attentive to my cousin. we feel as though he is safe and well cared for at Summit Disappointing that it took several months to procure a replacement van when the present one was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
At Summit Place we have only 40 residents in our Assisted Living community. Adjacent to our Assisted Living we also have Memory Care right on our campus with only 20 residents in that portion of the community. Our community is small and intimate. This allows us to have more hands on time with...
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Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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My dad was only there for 4 nights before he died. They were really good about refunding some of the cost and helping deal with his passing. Everything went smooth and this is a facility I would definitely...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Terrabella at Rock Hill is an assisted living and Memory Care community in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Rock Hill is a large and thriving city with a welcoming, small town atmosphere. Our historic town boasts a world-renowned sports facility, genuine southern hospitality and an abundance of...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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I could not have asked for a better place for my uncle. Everyone there was wonderful and we felt like family. The care was excellent. The food was very good. I would recommend this community.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Welcome to Maple Woods and The Oaks, the Assisted Living communities of Peak Resources - Cherryville. We are eagerly anticipating the relationships that can be created between our family and yours. Through passion and knowledge, our staff is dedicated to establishing an environment where senior...
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The corporate billing process for Brookdale Forest City caused me much heartache. I had to move my Mom to another facility due their billing process and how long term insurance paid out accordingly....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnYou deserve quality care you can count on, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your freedom to have it. Here at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community, you can enjoy custom care plans, a fun-filled community calendar and a warm and welcoming...
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We have been pleased so far. It's clean. Staff is friendly, easy to reach and responsive. It's small, one level which makes it nice for residents with cognitive impairment to help not get confused. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Terrace Ridge Assisted Living Terrace Ridge is conveniently located on Hudson Boulevard in one of Gastonia’s vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. The community is convenient to nearby shops that provide variety and style to satisfy your most pressing need or most capricious whim. Excellent...
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Overall our experience has been good, and all of the staff members are wonderful. The dining room is closed due to covid so the meals are being delivered to their rooms and our loved one is really happy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
Carolina Gardens at York is an assisted living and memory care community located in York, South Carolina. York is a thriving city located near the larger metro areas of Charlotte and Rock Hill. Our historic city exudes southern charm and a rich history while also offering residents a strong sense...

Cost of memory care in Shelby, NC

The average cost of senior living in Shelby is $4,879 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kings Mountain, NC with an average of $4,640 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby, NC vs. nearby cities

Shelby, NC
$4,879/mo
$4,767/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby, NC vs. the state and national average

Shelby, NC
$4,879/mo
U.S. national average
$5,490/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,879/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shelby, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,597/mo
Studio
$5,284/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,418/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,592/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,150/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shelby over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 memory care in Shelby

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby

Chandler Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Rock Hill, SC

4.3
Chandler Place takes the residents out once a week to eat at a restaurant of their choosing, they will take them on scenic drives. They may take them to a Dollar Tree. They also have entertainment groups come in a sing different types of music, as well as play the piano. They provide a variety ...
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HarborChase of Riverwalk in Rock Hill, SC

5.0
At this community, my mom gets a lot of attention and they communicate well and email us weekly with updates. They have a hair salon and my mom loves it. I would recommend this community to others.

Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

4.8
The activities are great, before COVID they have bible studies, church groups come in to sing, and other live entertainment. We really liked how friendly the staff was, everything is on one level so its very convenient. The food could use some improvements, the quality could be a little better.

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Effective communication between families and staff. Many reviews mention clear and consistent communication between families and staff, allowing everyone to stay informed and address concerns. For example, at Cadence at Huntersville by Cogir, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find enjoyment in a wide range of specialized activities offered at various communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. At Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff, for instance, staff members organize regular outings to nearby city parks for fishing and hikes.
Thoughtfully sized living spaces. Many residents appreciate the size of their living spaces, which are neither too large nor too small, allowing for a comfortable and familiar environment. At TerraBella Shelby, TerraBella Shelby offers spacious rooms that are well-lit and offer easy access to common areas.
Friendly and caring staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the kind and compassionate nature of the staff at their community. Reviews for Brookdale South Charlotte frequently mention the long-term friendships that residents and their family members have developed with caregivers.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Brookdale South Park, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Secure and safe living environment. Reviews consistently mention the importance of safety features in ensuring peace of mind for both residents and their families. For example, at TerraBella Newton, staff members ensure that residents are monitored closely and that the living environment is free from hazards.
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Shelby review score based on 500 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 500 reviews of 84 Shelby memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Shelby review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shelby, NC84 facilities
8.2
7.8
Kingstown, NC5 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelby memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 500 reviews of 84 Shelby memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Shelby, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shelby memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Shelby that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.8%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.9%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
72.1%
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 Shelby memory care

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 Shelby Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.4%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.9%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
26.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Shelby partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.9%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
50.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.4%
19.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Shelby memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Shelby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelby, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.1%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
48.8%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Shelby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.2%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
52.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.6%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
46.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff are the top-rated memory care facilities near Shelby, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 95 memory care facilities near Shelby, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shelby, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir and Brookstone Terrace of Woodruff. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 95 memory care facilities near you in Shelby, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelby, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Shelby, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Shelby, North Carolina ranges from $1040 to $9250. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby, North Carolina is $4,879. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shelby, North Carolina typically starts at $1040. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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