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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Jackson County, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Jackson County, A Place for Mom can help. With 33 memory care facilities in Jackson County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Jackson County incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Jackson County memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Jackson County, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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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.
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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After being very unhappy and even concerned about the care of my loved one at some fancy facility, I started a search for a safer home. One that cared for the residents more than their profit line. My...
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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.
Mountain View Assisted Living is located in the beautiful city of Hendersonville, Henderson County, North Carolina. Our scenic community is located on top of a hilltop, surrounded by beautiful mountains, overlooking a large, green horse pasture. The lovely scenery makes it the perfect place to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
What We Do BestFamilies, residents, and staff members have told us there are three things that we do best. First, we establish life long relationships with families and residents. Second, we lift the burden of care giving from the shoulders of the family members making it possible for both the...
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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.
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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.
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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
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.
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.
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My dad has been here only for a few months but he is thriving in this environment. The facilities, the staff, the food are just a few of the outstanding qualities. We are very happy with his new home!
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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Cost of memory care in Jackson County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Jackson County is $4,843 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Santeetlah, NC with an average of $4,205 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jackson County, NC vs. nearby counties

Jackson County, NC
$4,843/mo
$4,702/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jackson County, NC vs. the state and national average

Jackson County, NC
$4,843/mo
U.S. national average
$5,339/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Jackson County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,843/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Jackson County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,749/mo
Studio
$5,937/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,517/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,809/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,463/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Jackson County

Recent reviews for memory care in Jackson County

Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
We moved my grandmother into the memory care at Heritage Hills and they were very helpful throughout the whole process. Everyone was so nice and I really appreciated the professionalism they exhibited.

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Brookdale Sevierville

5.0
My mother is in the memory care wing at Brookdale Sevierville and I am so very thankful for the Staff. It truly is a family atmosphere there. From day one mom, who has lost the ability to communicate verbally, has been patiently looked after with kindness and compassion. The ladies have found ...
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Jackson County review score based on 108 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 30 Jackson County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Jackson County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Jackson County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Jackson County, NC30 facilities
8.7
Forest Hills, NC32 facilities
8.5
Webster, NC31 facilities

Review subcategories for Jackson County memory care

When memory care 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 108 reviews of 30 Jackson County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Jackson County resident and family memory care 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
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Jackson County memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Jackson County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Jackson County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.9%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.4%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
82.9%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.7%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Jackson County memory care

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 Jackson County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jackson County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.4%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jackson County memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Jackson County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jackson County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.9%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.9%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
22.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.1%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Jackson County memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Jackson County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jackson County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.7%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jackson County memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Jackson County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jackson County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.7%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.7%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.1%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
11.4%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.4%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Belvedere Commons of Seneca, Wellington Manor Assisted Living and Dominion Senior Living at Patrick Square are the top-rated memory care facilities near Jackson County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 33 memory care facilities near Jackson County, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Jackson County, North Carolina are Belvedere Commons of Seneca. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 33 memory care facilities near you in Jackson County, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Jackson County, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Jackson County, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Jackson County, North Carolina ranges from $1500 to $11435. The average Memory Care cost in Jackson County, North Carolina is $4,843. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Jackson County, North Carolina typically starts at $1500. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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