Serving as the principal city of McDowell County, Marion sits along the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 35 miles east of Asheville. Within the city, 6 assisted living communities serve older adults, and 37 more options sit in nearby areas. In 2024, the median monthly rate for assisted living in this city comes to around $6,150, surpassing North Carolina’s norm by about $380.
Our directory gives you an overview of the amenities in local assisted living communities through 62 reviews reviews. These reviews indicate an average quality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars out of five stars.
43 Results
120 Fleming Avenue, Marion, NC 28752
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Rose Hill Retirement Community. It's privately owned so I feel like the care is a lot better. They've got big rooms. It's individual rooms and not shared rooms. Whenever there's an issue or something with my mother, they work ..."
READ MOREPo Box # 69, Marion, NC 28752
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Po Box # 1055, Marion, NC 28752
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Po Box # 578, Marion, NC 28752
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READ MORE5235 NC 226, Marion, NC 28752
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63 Lakeview Drive North, Marion, NC 28752
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493 Piney Ridge Road, Forest City, NC 28043
4.6
(12 reviews)
"I was concerned at first about putting my father in a facility we went and checked out several places at the time but when we met with the staff at Brookdale Forest City they was so kind and helpful I knew this was the place for him. My dad has been ..."
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2270 Oakland Road, Forest City, NC 28043
2.5
(2 reviews)
"We had chosen Highlands Senior Living Forest City because my mom only has so much money and it fit within her range. During my tour of the place, they showed me the assisted living apartments and the lady who did it was very nice. The room has a dres..."
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125 Camellia Garden Street, Morganton, NC 28655
"Come and enjoy a life-style that alleviates concern about safety, security and comfort. We offer a nurturing and supportive environment pro..."
READ MORE160 Health Care Drive, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother-in-law loves living in Colonial Manor Health Care. He hasn't been any happier in years. He's been well taken care of and well-fed. The facility is nice and clean and it's a convenient place to visit. Everybody seems to be caring. He says t..."
READ MORE704 Poors Ford Road, Rutherfordton, NC 28139
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Oakland Living Center, Inc. They've got wonderful staff. They're very dependable and take care of her. It's very clean and very well-kept. They have lots of things for the residents to do. They just got done making their own ..."
READ MORE125 Henderson Circle, Forest City, NC 28043
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We went to Henderson Care Center Inc and it's about 20 miles from us. It's very nice, the people were nice there, and they cook every meal. If you're in independent living you can have no meals, or you can pay more, and have every meal made and deliv..."
READ MORE500 Lenoir Road, Morganton, NC 28655
4.8
(9 reviews)
"We moved to Grace Ridge in 2017 after a lot of research and site visits and are very glad we did. The facilities are excellent, the staff is beyond amazing and the area is full of beauty and things to do. We enjoy a small fitness center, an excelle..."
READ MORE330 Juniper Street, Morganton, NC 28655
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I went to The Berkeley. It was good from start to finish. It's a relatively new facility. Other than that, I would love to have more trees around the backside of the facility. It's surrounded by woods. It's well-kept. The person who gave the tour did..."
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13681 Highway 226 South, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
4.6
(9 reviews)
"Upon our visit, we noticed how caring and welcoming the staff seemed to be and this has proved to be case in the first week of Mom's residence! We are pleased in all areas of her care! Excellent facility...."
READ MORE5415 Rob Carswell St, Morganton, NC 28655
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My visit to Country Pines Adult Care Home in Morganton was good. The staff was very friendly, very helpful, and very knowledgeable. The facility was clean and very well kept. It's just a house, so it has a front porch with rocking chairs, a gazebo, a..."
READ MORE264 Sugar Mountain 2 Rd, Newland, NC 28657
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff of The Heritage of Sugar Mountain are what makes this place special. They vibrant and caring people that enjoy the residents and are always interacting with the residents. You can tell a lot about a facility by the residents moods and fri..."
READ MORE101 Lions Way, Black Mountain, NC 28711
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My grandmother was at Marjorie McCune Assisted Living. The thing that rubbed me the wrong way was that their new administrator never returned my call, and she would just have other people get in touch with me when I really wanted to talk to her. I do..."
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9051 NC-181, Newland, NC 28657
3.5
(7 reviews)
"We placed my brother in Jonas Ridge. I loved it and itÂ’s really nice. They really take good care of the patients. The serve really nutritious meals. There was one Sunday where they had baked ham, green beans, and baked sweet potato. They feed the pat..."
READ MORE6 Cooper Lane, Burnsville, NC 28714
3.2
(5 reviews)
"This facility is the greatest place I believe I have ever been in. Everyone that works at this facility is amazing. What stood out the most about this place is the love and compassion from everyone that works at the Yancey House. I have visited many ..."
READ MOREIn Marion, seniors spend around $6,150 per month on assisted living, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This rate surpasses the national norm by $800 and tracks well over costs in nearby cities. For example, seniors in Hickory spend about $5,725, and facilities in Charlotte charge roughly $4,283. However, costs in Greensboro run higher at approximately $7,250.     Â
Marion
$6,150
North Carolina
$5,769
The United States
$5,350
Charlotte
$4,283
Winston
$6,200
Greensboro
$7,250
Hickory
$5,725
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
Assisted living facilities in Marion charge a monthly rate of approximately $6,150. While this rate runs considerably higher than the estimated $1,636 adult day health care facilities charge for daytime support, private attendance and institutional care costs more. For example, seniors pay around $6,292 for in-home care and home health care, and nursing homes provide skilled services for about $9,125.
In-Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$1,636
Assisted Living Facility
$6,150
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$9,125
Note: Since data for Marion is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Asheville, instead
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The following resources are examples of how Marion and McDowell County support older residents. There are many more, some of which seniors can get more information about from staff at McDowell County Senior Center.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| McDowell County Senior Center | (828) 659-0821 | McDowell County Senior Center and its partner center in Old Fort provide seniors with opportunities to socialize with others, learn new skills and develop physical and mental fitness. The centers are also the focal point for some medical services, such as blood pressure screenings and immunizations. The fitness room is stocked with a range of exercise bikes and other machines, and there are numerous classes to stimulate the creative sides of the centers' members. |
| Marion VA Clinic | (276) 783-2126 | Marion VA Clinic is open during working hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. It provides primary care to adults and refers seniors who need specialty care to the Mountain Home VA Medical Center. The clinic is equipped with examination rooms and can process routine prescriptions. |
| Volunteer Center of McDowell County | (828) 659-0826 | Seniors in Marion who want to productively use their free time to benefit their community should contact the Volunteer Center of McDowell County, based in McDowell County Senior Center. The volunteer center can connect seniors with the appropriate government agency, national charity or local nonprofit with needs that can be satisfied by the senior's skills and experience. The volunteer determines the number of hours they donate. Work can vary greatly, from helping out at the Foothills Community Theatre or working in the Fabulous Finds thrift store to supporting the American Red Cross. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 331-9891 | The purpose of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman is to resolve disagreements between seniors and their families and residential care providers. Anyone can make a complaint to the ombudsman, who will investigate and seek a speedy resolution. Complaints that indicate criminal behavior, such as elder abuse allegations, are immediately transferred to the appropriate authorities. The ombudsman's additional duties include educating seniors in residential care about their rights and providing some guidance on matters related to Medicare and Medicaid programs. |
Marion-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Bonnie
4.0
Review of Rose Hill Retirement Community
My mom is a resident of Rose Hill Retirement Community. It's privately owned so I feel like the care is a lot better. They've got big rooms. It's individual rooms and not shared rooms. Whenever...
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