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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Purlear, NC

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Assisted living costs in Purlear average about $3,834 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 76 communities in Purlear. Our detailed directory has 477 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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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
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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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, 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.
Twelve Oaks is a senior living community located in Mt.Airy, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Twelve Oaks we provide assisted living and Alzheimer's care. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and helping...
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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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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.
Wexford House is a senior living community located in Denver, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Wexford House 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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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.
Heath House is a senior living community located in Lincolnton, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Heath House 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...
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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 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...
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Purlear, NC

The average cost of senior living in Purlear is $3,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Granite Falls, NC with an average of $3,476 per month.

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

Purlear, NC
$3,834/mo

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

Purlear, NC
$3,834/mo
U.S. national average
$4,767/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,834/mo
$4,749/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,227/mo
Studio
$5,278/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,159/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,758/mo

Senior living costs in Purlear 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: Purlear, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typePurlear, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,834/mo$4,421/mo$4,767/mo
Memory Care$4,749/mo$5,271/mo$5,519/mo
Independent Living$2,629/mo$3,700/mo$4,181/mo
Assisted Living
Purlear, NC:$3,834/mo
North Carolina:$4,421/mo
U.S.:$4,767/mo
Memory Care
Purlear, NC:$4,749/mo
North Carolina:$5,271/mo
U.S.:$5,519/mo
Independent Living
Purlear, NC:$2,629/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,181/mo
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Assisted living costs in Purlear, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Purlear 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 Purlear, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Purlear 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Purlear, NC$4,608/mo$4,352/mo+5.9%
North Carolina$5,572/mo$5,137/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Purlear, NC
2024 average cost:$4,608/mo
2023 average cost:$4,352/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,572/mo
2023 average cost:$5,137/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Purlear, 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 Purlear.

What families are saying about assisted living in Purlear

Recent reviews for assisted living in Purlear

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!

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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Purlear review score based on 152 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 152 reviews of 61 Purlear assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Purlear 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

Purlear review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Purlear, NC61 facilities
8.4
Wilkesboro, NC13 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Purlear 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 152 reviews of 61 Purlear assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Purlear 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.
Purlear, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Purlear assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Purlear assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Purlear, 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 Purlear 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 Purlear that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Purlear, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
39.3%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.1%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Purlear 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 Purlear Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Purlear, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
1.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Purlear 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 Purlear partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Purlear, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Purlear 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 Purlear communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Purlear, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.6%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Purlear 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 Purlear offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Purlear, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.1%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.9%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
26.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.2%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Purlear

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 Purlear protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir, Forest Ridge and Brookdale Falling Creek are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Purlear, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 76 assisted living facilities near Purlear, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Purlear, North Carolina is Cadence at Mooresville by Cogir. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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