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Assisted living costs in Forsyth County average about $4,418 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 23 communities in Forsyth County. Our detailed directory has 358 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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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem
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I would tell others to ask how long they can stay with them..not just in their room, but like in the dining area and other areas..even outside. Food, I could suggest that there be a larger...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Photo of Brookdale Reynolda Road
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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35 reviews
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35 reviews
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The facility is on the small side, feels very homey, staff is extremely pleasant and helpful. They are very encouraging to the residents to be involved in the different activities.
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.
Residents in our community, located in beautiful Winston-Salem, N.C., get the benefit of living among others who share their interests, hobbies and life experiences while knowing that we’re always there to help take care of their needs 24/7. With a vibrant activity calendar that changes each day,...
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Photo of PruittPlace Winston Salem
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88 Floor plans available
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8.6
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We made the difficult decision to find an assisted living community for our dad. He was transitioning from living with me and my family to Forrest Heights. He has really enjoyed having his own space and...
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.
Welcome Home to PruittPlace Winston Salem! This community is devoted to a higher standard of living for seniors who need assisted living or the security and structure of memory care services. We have raised the bar in the assisted living industry by providing unsurpassable care. In addition, our...
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Photo of Harmony at Brookberry Farm
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
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43 reviews
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43 reviews
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My family was pleased with the way Harmony handled our search and application process. My father is happily situated there for the time being.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Brookberry FarmIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingComfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at Harmony at...
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8.2
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30 reviews
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They are attentive and do their best to serve. They also develop relationships with the folks, like family! I would recommend to others.
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.
Providing the best senior care in Kernersville, North Carolina, Kerner Ridge prides itself on advanced quality care, the integrity and fine work ethic of our staff and our recreational activities that ensure that our residents always have something to look forward to. No matter what our...
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Photo of Grand Villa Assisted Living at Winston
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5 reviews
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Moved in recently and everything has been great. Mom loves the food and activities.
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.
Assistance with activities of daily living to include; dressing, eating, bathing, toileting, and medication management.On-call physician services, dedicated caregivers 24/7, variety of activities, housekeeping, and laundry.We are superior rated by the State of North Carolina. What does this mean...
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Photo of Homestead Hills
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31 reviews
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My mother fell 3 times!! Had met with staff and executive director after the first fall. The first fall should not have happened. Not enough staff to care about the patients. Meet with caretakers on why...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Clemmons Village II
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With health care things could always be a little better. Prefer our names to not be disclosed. Overall a good experience for mom but like I said there is always room for improvement. That would be for any...
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.
Clemmons Village II is a senior living community located at Holder Road, Clemmons, NC, providing a variety of living options including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. The community features various floor plans including companion suites, couple suites, and small, and large...
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Cadence was the absolute best of the care homes that we had experience with. They worked to always improve my wife's situation. They led all the others in nourishing foods. They stood above others in...
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.
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Photo of Mill Creek Center For Nursing And Rehabilitation
8.0
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3 reviews
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3 reviews
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My father in law was here for two weeks to do some therapy services after a fall at his house. He enjoyed getting to know the staff and he made a few friends to. The building could use some cosmetic updates...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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
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.
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 mother is doing much better since her move to this facility. I know people that lived here prior to her move in so I knew it was a good place. The food is very good and they try to do everything they can...
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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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...
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.
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...

Cost of assisted living in Forsyth County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Forsyth County is $4,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include East Bend, NC with an average of $4,087 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forsyth County, NC vs. nearby counties

Forsyth County, NC
$4,418/mo

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

Forsyth County, NC
$4,418/mo
U.S. national average
$4,750/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forsyth County vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,418/mo
$5,347/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forsyth County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,316/mo
Studio
$5,291/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,761/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,858/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Forsyth County over time

Forsyth County, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forsyth County, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Forsyth County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forsyth County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forsyth County

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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Shuler Health Care Inc in Kernersville, NC

3.6
I would recommend it for any family member. They don't offer any activities. There is one option during meal times.

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.

Forsyth County review score based on 85 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 85 reviews of 16 Forsyth County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forsyth County 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

Forsyth County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Forsyth County, NC16 facilities
8.3
Winston-Salem, NC27 facilities
8.9
Walkertown, NC20 facilities

Review subcategories for Forsyth County 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 85 reviews of 16 Forsyth County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forsyth County 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.
Forsyth County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.0
4.6
Care services
3.6
4.2
Staff
3.9
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.6
4.1
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Forsyth County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forsyth County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forsyth County, 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 Forsyth County 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 Forsyth County 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%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.3%
34.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.3%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.8%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forsyth County 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 Forsyth County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forsyth County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forsyth County 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 Forsyth County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forsyth County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
41.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.3%
36.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.3%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Forsyth County 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 Forsyth County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forsyth County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forsyth County 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 Forsyth County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forsyth County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
47.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
50.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forsyth County

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 Forsyth County protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem, Priddy Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care and Brookdale Reynolda Road are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forsyth County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 23 assisted living facilities near Forsyth County, North Carolina. See the full list.

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