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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rutherford College, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College, 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 Rutherford College or another care type is right for you. Browse 40 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Rutherford College.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rockdale, Wisemans View and Cedar Valley.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rutherford College, NC

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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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.
Walden House is a senior living community located in Hickory, NC that combines the comforts of home with a safe, supportive environment. At Walden House we offer you more than assisted living services. The special difference is our dedication to improving each resident's quality of life and...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Rutherford College, NC

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford College is $3,546 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glen Alpine, NC with an average of $3,431 per month.

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

Rutherford College, NC
$3,546/mo
$3,574/mo

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

Rutherford College, NC
$3,546/mo
U.S. national average
$4,804/mo

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

$4,811/mo
Nursing Homes
$3,546/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,463/mo
Studio
$4,518/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,240/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,181/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 nursing homes in Rutherford College

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rutherford College

Brookdale Lenoir

4.5
From the moment my mother moved in, the staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel comfortable and ease her anxiety from moving from her home after my father died. I am so grateful. Thank you so much!

Grace Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Granite Falls, NC

3.6
The first impression was excellent. Everyone smiled and was very pleasant. We were given the tour and loved the place which made us bring my mom up to see it. She fell in love with the place and the room in which she was going to stay in. She has been there since December. We have ...
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TerraBella Newton

4.3
We feel very good about our decision to place Dad there. We have found the staff to be very helpful and attentive to his needs. They show kindness and patience with all the residents. I'm not sure they do activities with him, but that may be because my mother is there visiting most days. He ...
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Rutherford College nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford College nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford College, 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 Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rutherford College, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
63%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
66.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rutherford College, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
18.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
11.1%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rutherford College, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rutherford College, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
14.8%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rutherford College, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.5%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.7%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Falling Creek, Heritage Care of Conover and Brookdale Lenoir are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rutherford College, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 40 nursing homes facilities near Rutherford College, North Carolina. See the full list.

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