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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 490 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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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.
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...
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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.
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I like knowing that my mom is happy at this caring community. We like that she is living. in a clean community. The meals are amazing and a great variety for her to choose from. The suite she has and she...
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.
Oakmont at Gordon Park is a dream of three local life long friends, J.J. Gillenwater, Blair Jones and Jeff Tickle who were each born and raised in Bristol. While searching for options for their own families these three gentleman saw the need for a new community with a new vision of enriched...
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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.
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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 is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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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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
$4,656/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
$5,107/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 186 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 186 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 186 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*
4.1
4.1
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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%
33.5%
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%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30%
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
50%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

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.
Boone Fork, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.7%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.3%
13.6%
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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.
Boone Fork, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
14.5%
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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%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.9%
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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.
Boone Fork, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.7%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.7%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
45.5%
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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.

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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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