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How Many Assisted Living Facilities Are in North Carolina?
Date Updated: July 26, 2024
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Rachel Lustbader is a writer and editor with a background in healthcare and technology. Her work has been published on websites including HealthCare.com, BiteSizeBio.com, BetterHelp.com, Caring.com, and PayingforSeniorCare.com. She studied health science and public health at Boston University.
Both of Rachel’s grandmothers had very positive experiences in senior living communities, and Rachel saw firsthand the impact that kind, committed caregivers and community managers can have on seniors’ and their family members’ lives. With her work at Caring, Rachel hopes to help other families find communities, caregivers, and at-home products that benefit elderly loved ones and make life less stressful for family caregivers
There are 825 assisted living facilities in North Carolina for seniors looking for a little extra help during retirement. This large number provides seniors and their families with quite a few options as they seek the best possible senior living environment.
What Do North Carolina Assisted Living Communities Offer?
Assisted living communities offer help with the activities of daily living so seniors can live independently with a little support. They typically provide apartment-style housing in a community environment with a number of activities planned each week. Staff is trained to assist with social, physical and mental health needs, and most communities have nurses on staff to monitor health. Assisted living communities also provide community dining options for residents.
How Can Families Choose the Right North Carolina Assisted Living Community?
Families looking for the right assisted living community can use the North Carolina assisted living page to find assisted living communities in their area. Families should also schedule tours of the facilities they are considering to locate a quality option. Finally, reading reviews from current and past residents can help them make an educated choice.