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Assisted living costs in Sandy Plains average about $3,866 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Sandy Plains. Our detailed directory has 103 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 LaurelHurst and LaurelWoodsCommunity card badge
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33 Floor plans available
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It's hard for your parent to be in a facility that is not home but Laurelwoods made the transition easier...mom even transitioned easily! The cleanliness is a 4....only because they have been undergoing...
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.
Experience lodge-like living while soaking up gorgeous views of the Blue Ridge Mountains at LaurelHurst. From thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans to the world-class services and myriad recreational and social opportunities, residents may just find that we have thought of...
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9.2
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9.2
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I would recommend it. It is a great place. The only problem we have had is there is no transportation, so I have had to take off work several times to take my aunt to several appointments. And it would be...
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.
Welcome to Oakland Living! We provide the community we serve with honest, kind, homelike care to all who come through our door. Our goal is to provide peace of mind, while experiencing the feel of home. We have an amazing team of medication technicians and PCA/CNAs with training in CPR, dementia...
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9.2
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Overall I would have e to give them a 5 in all categories. They did anything i asked. Went out of their way to help mother. After she passed, they went above by helping me with a bed,a walker and a months...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
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The corporate billing process for Brookdale Forest City caused me much heartache. I had to move my Mom to another facility due their billing process and how long term insurance paid out accordingly....
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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnYou deserve quality care you can count on, but you shouldn’t have to sacrifice your freedom to have it. Here at our beautiful assisted living and memory care community, you can enjoy custom care plans, a fun-filled community calendar and a warm and welcoming...
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I wanted to take a moment to let you know how much I appreciate the care that is given to my MawMaw at this facility. I love the family atmosphere that is in this place! My MawMaw had to have more care than...
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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They provided excellent care to my grandmother for over 5 years. Grateful to all the staff. They accommodated food requests and even care suggestions to bring her recliner out to the hallway so we could be...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Photo of Lakewood Senior Living
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.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Sandy Plains, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sandy Plains is $3,866 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ruth, NC with an average of $3,391 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandy Plains, NC vs. nearby cities

Sandy Plains, NC
$3,866/mo
$4,369/mo
$4,148/mo

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

Sandy Plains, NC
$3,866/mo
U.S. national average
$4,730/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Sandy Plains vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$3,866/mo
$4,698/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Sandy Plains, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,833/mo
Studio
$5,146/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,740/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,903/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Sandy Plains over time

Sandy Plains, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sandy Plains, 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 Sandy Plains.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sandy Plains

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sandy Plains

Ashlan Village in Lyman, SC

5.0
This seems to be the best place that I have found for my loved one. They have activities like bible study, bingo, puzzles, laundry folding, coin counting, music, concerts and more for the residents to do and interact.

Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park in Hendersonville, NC

4.5
Everyone has been very kind to my mom. I just wish they'd take more outside excursion with the residents - since mom is totally wheelchair bound I can't take her anywhere myself. But otherwise no complaints. It's a wonderful facility! It is pricey compared to other facilities, but the nicest one ...
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The Inverness at Spartanburg

4.8
The food was very good, there was no complaints. The rooms provided were very nice, very clean. What really stood out to was that this community was well maintained, this community was good in price as well.. We would recommend this to a family or friend.

Sandy Plains review score based on 33 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 17 Sandy Plains assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandy Plains 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

Sandy Plains review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Sandy Plains, NC17 facilities
6.9
Columbus, NC9 facilities
6.9
Tryon, NC10 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandy Plains 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 33 reviews of 17 Sandy Plains assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sandy Plains 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.
Sandy Plains, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.7
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Sandy Plains assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy Plains assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy Plains, 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 Sandy Plains 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 Sandy Plains that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandy Plains, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.4%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.4%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Sandy Plains 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 Sandy Plains Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandy Plains, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
17.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.8%
41.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandy Plains 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 Sandy Plains partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandy Plains, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
40.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
15.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Sandy Plains 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 Sandy Plains communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandy Plains, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy Plains 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 Sandy Plains offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandy Plains, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.6%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17.6%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
30.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Sandy Plains

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 Sandy Plains protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Manning Square and Oakland Living LLC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sandy Plains, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 17 assisted living facilities near Sandy Plains, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Sandy Plains, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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