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Assisted living costs in Dobson average about $4,330 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 92 communities in Dobson. Our detailed directory has 822 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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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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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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In late April, my mother, who lived alone, was admitted to the hospital, dealing with several medical conditions. The doctors determined she could no longer live alone. Two weeks later she was transferred to...
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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.
The Crest of ClemmonsThe Crest of Clemmons is an assisted living community located in Clemmons, NC. The city of Clemmons is located in Forsyth County and is home to just over 19,000 people. Clemmons is a small town where residents can visit local stores, run errands, go to group events, or relax...
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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.
Southfork is a senior living community located in Winston Salem, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Southfork 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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My parents lived here and owned a villa. The only reason we had to leave was because they maxed out on the care that they were able to provide to them. I think that going in here, the evaluation of 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.
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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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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On Saturday [date removed] I was privileged to attend the Mothers day party for the patience at the facility. We had an awesome lunch and activities. [name removed] the Activities Director done super job as...
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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.
    Bradford Village East is located in historic Kernersville in the heart of the Triad.  Our mission is to create a safe, comfortable, secure, home-like environment for the residents as well as the families of those with whom we have been entrusted.  We believe in...
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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.
For older adults desiring companionship or needing assisted living care, EdenGardens of Statesville provides more than just a place to live - it is a place to live well. EdenGardens’ beautiful campus, nestled among six wooded acres, is residential in look and feel. Our tastefully decorated...
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
At Pulaski Retirement Community, you can experience the peace of mind that comes with retirement living in a friendly small town atmosphere. Enjoy fine country living, beautiful views and quiet nights in the heart of Virginia’s New River Valley. All complemented by a carefree, active lifestyle...
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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.
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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.
Founded in 1973 as an outreach ministry of First Wesleyan Church, Wesleyan Arms was born of love. Love of God and Love of People whether it's sitting beneath a tree in the courtyard, sharing a meal in the dining room, or reading a book in the library, we want our residents to feel at home. We...
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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.
The Almost Home Group is the future of Dementia Care. The staff to resident ratio is 1:3, far surpassing the state regulations for traditional Memory Care or Locked Alzheimer's Units within Large Facilities.Our small NC Licensed Family Care Home model has a maximum of six (6) residents per home,...

Cost of assisted living in Dobson, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dobson is $4,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sparta, NC with an average of $3,702 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dobson, NC, vs. nearby cities

Dobson, NC
$4,330/mo
$3,878/mo

Assisted living costs in Dobson, NC, vs. state and national averages

Dobson, NC
$4,330/mo
U.S. national average
$4,835/mo

Assisted living costs in Dobson, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,330/mo
$5,289/mo

Assisted living costs in Dobson, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,508/mo
Studio
$5,489/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,793/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,731/mo

Senior living costs in Dobson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Dobson, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDobson, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,330/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,289/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living$3,387/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Dobson, NC:$4,330/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Dobson, NC:$5,289/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Dobson, NC:$3,387/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dobson, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dobson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Dobson, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dobson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dobson, NC$5,192/mo$4,904/mo+5.9%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Dobson, NC
2024 average cost:$5,192/mo
2023 average cost:$4,904/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dobson, NC

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What families are saying about assisted living in Dobson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dobson

Somerset Court of Mocksville

5.0
They really do an excellent job. They deal really well with both the residents and their families. They are very patient and understanding and go out of their way to help out in any way they can. I highly recommend Somerset Court of Mocksville to anyone else who needs a place for their ...
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Rose Glen Manor in North Wilkesboro, NC

5.0
As the family member of the patient attacked, referencing the December 2016 review after an assault. ... My father was knocked out, sent via ambulance to the ER. He was hit so hard you could seen the imprint of his glasses on his face for weeks, along with the knot on his forehead...then she ...
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Mountain Valley Living Center in Westfield, NC

4.3
I have the cleanliness an overall 3 out of 5 because while most of the facility is clean at times, they have neglected to clean the toilets and floors in our loved ones room.

Dobson review score based on 211 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 211 reviews of 71 Dobson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dobson 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

Dobson review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Dobson, NC71 facilities
7.9
Mount Airy, NC10 facilities
8.7
Boonville, NC15 facilities

Review subcategories for Dobson 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 211 reviews of 71 Dobson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dobson 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Dobson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dobson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dobson, 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 Dobson 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 Dobson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dobson, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
43.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dobson 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 Dobson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dobson, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dobson 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 Dobson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dobson, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
38%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dobson 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 Dobson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dobson 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 Dobson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dobson, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dobson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dobson protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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