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9 Best Nursing Homes in Lima, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Lima nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Lima, NC may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Lima or another care type is right for you. Browse 9 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Lima.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ernul, Croatan and Havelock Station.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Lima, NC

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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, New Bern
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88 Floor plans available
9.6
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77 reviews
9.6
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Lack of leadership. Staff allowed on their phones all day. Showers not being given as they should. I went almost everyday to make sure my husband was taken care of. At the beginning of my husband stay I...
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.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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They were really great with my Mom's needs. The staff is very attentive to the patients that are there. They take very good care of them and they are very nice to the families!!!
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.
At Homeplace of New Bern, we make you feel welcome. When you walk through our doors you are part of our warm, inviting family. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, we provide a place you will be proud to call home. Just minutes from historic downtown...
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Photo of Navion of New Bern
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33 Floor plans available
9.3
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We moved our loved one to Navion of New Bern [date removed] and know we made the right decision. This was a difficult transition as she lived independently until an accident in late August. The care and...
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.
You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career fields, college days or time in the service when you join our assisted living community in the historic river town of New Bern, N.C. You can stay wonderfully independent and active while receiving...
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Mom came on a Wednesday afternoon late, the Admissions Director actually waited for her even after her work time was over; was admitted to her room and immediately was attended by her nurse, CNA, and wound...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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Overall our experience with Riverstone Assisted Living has been a good one! The staff here is friendly and professional, and they do a good job taking care of the residents. They're attentive, and very...
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.
Riverstone Health Management Riverstone Health Management is an assisted living community located in New Bern, NC. New Bern, which is situated in Craven County, is a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The city boasts a rich history, much of which is showcased at...
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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.
New Bern House Assisted Living and Memory Care is a highly regarded senior living community in a desirable location in NC. Whether for you or a loved one, New Bern House offers a caring atmosphere, active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Bern House,...
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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.
New Bern House Assisted Living and Memory Care is a highly regarded senior living community in a desirable location in NC. Whether for you or a loved one, New Bern House offers a caring atmosphere, active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Bern House,...
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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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Lima, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lima is $3,550 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bath, NC with an average of $2,850 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Lima, NC, vs. nearby cities

Lima, NC
$3,550/mo
$3,811/mo
$3,737/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lima, NC, vs. state and national averages

Lima, NC
$3,550/mo
U.S. national average
$4,804/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lima, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,406/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,550/mo

Nursing homes costs in Lima, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,183/mo
Studio
$5,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,848/mo

Senior living costs in Lima vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lima, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLima, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Nursing Homes$3,550/mo$4,320/mo$4,804/mo
Assisted Living$3,409/mo$4,150/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$4,406/mo$4,996/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living$2,753/mo$3,526/mo$4,064/mo
Nursing Homes
Lima, NC:$3,550/mo
North Carolina:$4,320/mo
U.S.:$4,804/mo
Assisted Living
Lima, NC:$3,409/mo
North Carolina:$4,150/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
Lima, NC:$4,406/mo
North Carolina:$4,996/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
Independent Living
Lima, NC:$2,753/mo
North Carolina:$3,526/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
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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 nursing homes in Lima

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Lima

Navion of New Bern

3.6
The place has been recently painted, the people are very nice, it feels personal because everyone knows your name, but the meals are lacking. Food is my mother’s main complaint. Most things are prepackaged, canned, processed, sugary or unappetizing. The facility is not to capacity, and so they ...
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The Village of Kinston

5.0
My mom just moved in here a couple of weeks ago. I'm impressed with the time the management took to make moms move in process fun and relaxing. When a administrator rolls up her sleeves and helps unpack moms things and takes the time everyday to check on mom . That shows they care. Mom loves the ...
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Home Place of New Bern

3.9
We came in 2017 from NY & FL. Apartments are mostly efficient. Overall cleanliness is probable average. There is not enough staff to keep everything pristine. Housekeeping is variable dependent on your housekeeper. The staff is friendly. Maintainence is difficult with 2 people for ...
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Lima nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lima nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lima, 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 Lima 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 Lima that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lima, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.8%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
44.4%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
77.8%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lima 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 Lima Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lima, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lima 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 Lima partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lima, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
22.2%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lima 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 Lima communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lima, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lima 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 Lima offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lima, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern, Home Place of New Bern and Navion of New Bern are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Lima, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 nursing homes facilities near Lima, North Carolina. See the full list.

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