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10 Best Nursing Homes in Ashland, NC

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Ashland is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 15 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Ashland, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Ashland is about $5,837, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 18 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Ashland, NC

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8.3
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9 reviews
8.3
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9 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
33%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
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11%
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We absolutely love the staff and how they take care of Dad. However, we have not been pleased with the food. The cooking staff has changed multiple times since he moved there. We have also noticed that...
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.
Situated in the hills of Boone, North Caroline, lies our beautiful home, Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living. Our senior living facility is only two miles from Watauga Medical Center and many primary care physicians. Your loved ones can enjoy exquisite mountain views while living stress free in our...
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3.0
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9 reviews
3.0
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
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My wife has been in Memory Care Unit for over three and a half years. From day one she has been cared for by a very caring and professional staff. The facility is kept very clean and the meals provided are...
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.
Forest Ridge is an assisted living community for seniors who need just a little more assistance in their day-to-day lives. The picturesque locale is nestled at the base of Mount Jefferson and provides some of the best views Ashe County has to offer. Churches, medical care, and shopping centers...
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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.
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.
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of nursing homes in Ashland, NC

The average cost of senior living in Ashland is $5,837 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spruce Pine, NC with an average of $3,328 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ashland, NC vs. nearby cities

Ashland, NC
$5,837/mo
$4,122/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ashland, NC vs. the state and national average

Ashland, NC
$5,837/mo
U.S. national average
$4,857/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Ashland vs. other types of senior living

$4,697/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,837/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Ashland, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,091/mo
Studio
$6,650/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,195/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Ashland over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Ashland

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Ashland

Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living in Boone, NC

5.0
I will start by saying there were only 2 negatives. However, the positive experience did outweigh the negative, so in the last survey question I gave a rating of 5 (being best) still would hold true. My negatives were the deposit, which was a whole months rent along with processing fee up front, ...
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Forest Ridge in West Jefferson, NC

4.1
We chose Forest Ridge because it came recommended to us. I called several places and when I called this facility, they said they had nurses on staff and would be able to deal with any of his medical needs instead of just sending him to the hospital. They also said eventually when he needed ...
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Ashland nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashland nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashland, 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 Ashland nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Ashland 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
28.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ashland nursing homes

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 Ashland Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ashland, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ashland nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ashland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashland nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ashland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashland, NCNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Ashland nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Ashland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living, Forest Ridge and Sunset Gardens are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Ashland, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Ashland, North Carolina. See the full list.

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