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Assisted living costs in Boone Fork average about $4,132 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 72 communities in Boone Fork. Our detailed directory has 489 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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I visited several facilities, some closer to my home, some newer, but the turning point for me was the people I met at Springs of Catawba. After talking to [Removed], I knew Springs of Catawba was 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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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It's a good place. We picked this community because of the price and location. I would recommend to others.
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.
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From the staff, to the food, housekeeping, and healthcare, TerraBella has exceeded our expectations. I would recommend them till anyone seeing the same level of care.
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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We chose Family Ministries because we saw an ad on the TV and thought we would try it and see what was offered and it turned out to be a very good experience. They were very informative and good 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.
Family Ministries Retirement & Assisted Living is a beautiful, newly-renovated community giving you a fresher, cleaner atmosphere in which to thrive. Beautifully designed accommodations set the bar high for distinctive senior living at The Reed Center in Limestone, Tennessee, but it’s our...
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We lived at one time at a different independent living place which we did like move to abundant the apartments are large we have 1200sq feet bath and half washier and dryer full kitchen excellent place to...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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When our mother needed more care than was possible at home, we turned to Rose Hill. I'm not saying she was enthusiastic about the move at first. What I can say is that the care they gave our mother at Rose...
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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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My mother goes there for respite stays when my husband and I need a break. She has stayed a month at a time before. They're always very accommodating, even if I need to make arrangements at the last minute....
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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.
Catawba Valley Living at Rock Barn is Catawba County's newest Assisted Living Community opening in 2006.  We are located seven miles from Hickory off of interstate 40.  Our property is adjacent to  Rock Barn Golf and Spa, home of the Greater Hickory Classic, part 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.
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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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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: 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: 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: 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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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.
Brockford Inn has been providing elder care to our local community for over 40 years. Our staff has an equal amount of experience working with the geriatric population suffering from dementia, mental challenges, and being homeless. We are a family owned company, located in Granite Falls, NC. Our...
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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.
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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.
Where Main Street meets the mountains, the Lake James Lodge assisted living community in Marion, NC is not only beautiful, but offers residents a plethora of activities to keep busy with. Lake James Lodge is located in the heart of Marion with a breathtaking view of the nearby mountains. Marion...
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.
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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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.
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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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: 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.
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....
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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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.
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...
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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.
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...

Cost of assisted living in Boone Fork, NC

The average cost of senior living in Boone Fork is $4,132 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,336 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Boone Fork, NC vs. nearby cities

Boone Fork, NC
$4,132/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Boone Fork, NC vs. the state and national average

Boone Fork, NC
$4,132/mo
U.S. national average
$4,654/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Boone Fork vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,132/mo
$4,778/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Boone Fork, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,029/mo
Studio
$5,136/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,108/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,652/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Boone Fork over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Boone Fork, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Boone Fork

Recent reviews for assisted living in Boone Fork

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!

Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon

5.0
5 on everything. Facility was exceptional in every way. Our first impression of the community is that it was sparkling clean! I actually talked to the lady that did the cleaning. She took pride in her work. Also observed other staff interaction with patients and it was always pleasant and ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and responsive caregivers. Residents and their families frequently express appreciation for the kindness and attentiveness of caregivers at various communities, such as Brookdale Falling Creek, TerraBella Newton, and American House Johnson City. Caregivers are praised for their long-term friendships with residents a ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For instance at Heritage Care of Conover, residents enjoy puzzles, worship services, and musical performances. At Princeton Transitional Care and Assisted Living, residents engage in activities like crafts, bingo, and ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Meals are consistently mentioned as a highlight for residents, with communities like Mars Hill Manor, Governors Bend, and Brookdale Johnson City praised for their tasty and well-rounded offerings. Staff at these facilities accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Safe and clean living environments. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a top priority, with communities like Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights, and Christian Assisted Living of Johnson City taking great care to ensure their facilities are thoroughly cleaned and maintained for residents.
Friendly and welcoming staff. Staff members at various communities, such as Commonwealth Senior Living at Abingdon, American House Johnson City, and Brookdale Johnson City, are described as being warm, friendly, and helpful. Families appreciate the open communication and supportive nature of the staff.
Individualized care plans. Communities like Dominion Senior Living of Johnson City and The Courtyards at Johnson City - The Gardens create personalized care plans for each resident, ensuring their unique needs are met. Families of residents at these communities express satisfaction with the level of attention and care ...
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Boone Fork review score based on 189 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 189 reviews of 60 Boone Fork assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Boone Fork review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Boone Fork review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Boone Fork, NC60 facilities
8.2
Blowing Rock, NC72 facilities
8.4
Seven Devils, NC78 facilities

Review subcategories for Boone Fork assisted living

When assisted living 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 189 reviews of 60 Boone Fork assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Boone Fork resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
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Boone Fork assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Boone Fork that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Boone Fork assisted living

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 Boone Fork Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Boone Fork assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Boone Fork partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Boone Fork assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Boone Fork communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Boone Fork assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Boone Fork offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Boone Fork

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Boone Fork protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brookdale Bristol, Brookdale Colonial Heights and Brookdale Johnson City are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Boone Fork, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 72 assisted living facilities near Boone Fork, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Boone Fork, North Carolina is Brookdale Johnson City. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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