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Memory care in Dort offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Dort is about $4,940 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 55 communities, read 1739 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Staff and administrator are fabulous. Older building but very nice on the inside. We are well pleased. God opened up a great door for us to go through and find the Vintage Inn. Residents all seem to be happy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at Vintage Inn of Williamston located at 826 East Boulevard Highway 17 North in Williamston. Vintage Inn offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services...
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Cost of memory care in Dort, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dort is $4,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edenton, NC with an average of $3,986 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dort, NC vs. nearby cities

Dort, NC
$4,940/mo
$4,681/mo
$4,636/mo

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

Dort, NC
$4,940/mo
U.S. national average
$5,505/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,940/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,151/mo
Studio
$5,504/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,637/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,236/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dort over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Dort

Recent reviews for memory care in Dort

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

The Hidenwood Community in Newport News, VA

4.8
This is a Great location. The staff are caring and outgoing with mom. I highly recommend The Hidenwood for memory care of your family member.

Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine in Norfolk, VA

5.0
Overall me and my family were very satisfied with his care. Their staff was caring and friendly and very professional. I think they genuinely cared. Food could be improved on. My loved one was not able to participate in any of the activities that they had going on.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate staff with excellent caregiving skills. Numerous reviews mention the staff's dedication and compassionate nature towards the residents at their communities. At Commonwealth Senior Living at King's Grant House, the staff at King's Grant go above and beyond to help families during difficult times and maintain open lines of communicati ...
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Thoughtfully planned activities and events. Residents and their families appreciate the variety of activities and events offered at their communities, providing opportunities for socialization and engagement. For instance, at The Waterford at Virginia Beach, the Waterford location hosts monthly family nights and takes residents on field ...
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Well-maintained facilities and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents and families expressing satisfaction with the tidiness of both private rooms and common areas. For example, at The Waterford at Virginia Beach, the Waterford community is well-maintained, while The Hiden ...
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Clear and transparent communication between families and staff. Families value the ongoing communication from the staff at their communities, ensuring they are informed about their loved ones' care and activities. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, Brookdale Virginia Beach returns calls, emails, and texts in a timely manner, while Viva Memory Care at Chesapeake ...
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Highly skilled medical team and care plans. Reviews highlight the importance of having a well-trained medical team to cater to the specific needs of residents. For example, at Brookdale Virginia Beach, Brookdale Virginia Beach offers physical therapy, while Commonwealth Senior Living at the Ballentine The Ballentine has a skilled team ...
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Flexible and accommodating dining options. Families and residents express appreciation for the flexibility and accommodating nature of the dining options at their communities. At Brookdale Virginia Beach, the food is delicious and plentiful, while Commonwealth Senior Living at Churchland House The Hidenwood accommodates individual re ...
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Dort review score based on 301 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 301 reviews of 51 Dort memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dort 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

Dort review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Dort, NC51 facilities
7.2
Como, NC34 facilities
6.8
Winton, NC30 facilities

Review subcategories for Dort 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 301 reviews of 51 Dort memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dort 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.
Dort, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Dort memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dort memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dort, 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 Dort 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 Dort that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dort, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.4%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.8%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.1%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.3%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.6%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.4%
72.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dort 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 Dort Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dort, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.4%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.8%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
82.4%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
43.1%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dort 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 Dort partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dort, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.9%
45.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.9%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.9%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
20.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dort 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 Dort communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dort, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.2%
32.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.8%
40.8%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.3%
23.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dort 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 Dort offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dort, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.7%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.8%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.2%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.5%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.4%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.1%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.7%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
43.1%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
22.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
47.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 55 memory care facilities near Dort, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Dort, North Carolina is The Waterford at Virginia Beach. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 55 memory care facilities near you in Dort, 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 Dort, 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 Dort, 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 Dort, North Carolina ranges from $465 to $10500. The average Memory Care cost in Dort, North Carolina is $4,940. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dort, North Carolina typically starts at $465. 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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