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Assisted living costs in Waterville average about $4,128 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 95 communities in Waterville. Our detailed directory has 727 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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The overall experience, the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff, quality of care, meals and dining and activities have all been a great experience. We would recommend this community to other families...
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.
Come and enjoy the “Freedom” ofassisted living!Located in the heart of “The ValleyBeautiful,” Governor’s Bend is a 52-suiteretirement and assisted living facility.We realize the need for quality of lifeservices in a comfortable environment.That is why we offer full service livingwhere residents...
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The entry process was smooth and easy. The Executive Director, the Business Manager, and the Head Nurse were superb and each answered all of our questions with a smile and get it done attirude. The...
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.
Cherry Springs Village is an assisted living community located in Hendersonville, NC. Hendersonville is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is the perfect mountain getaway. Cherry Springs Village combines the comforts of home with security of knowing there's always a helping hand. It's a...
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We chose Oakwood Senior Living because out of all of the facilities we saw, we were the most impressed with this facility. It is an old school that was converted into an assisted living facility. They charge...
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.
Oakwood Senior Living located in Knoxville, Tennessee provides seniors with the memory care that they need in a great location. This assisted living community offers seniors a great place to call home. Knoxville offers much to do and see. Guests of our residents will enjoy spending time at the...
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My mother has been at Cedar Mountain for three years and I have found everyone to be caring and considerate in their care of her. Last year was especially hard due to Covid but [names removed] went over the...
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.
Cedar Mountain House is an assisted living community located just outside of downtown Brevard, NC. Cradled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Brevard is a cozy town filled with tremendous cultural & natural opportunities. Cedar Mountain House is tucked away from the hustle & bustle of in town...
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I would rate all those categories a 5. Liberty is a great place. We are very pleased with the care Mom receives there. We chose this facility because of the friendly staff, it is kept very clean and mom...
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.
We are a 28 bed home for the aged located in downtown Maryville, TN. We offer semi-private and private rooms and currently have beds available in both. We specialize in helping veterans and widows of veterans get additional benefits by working directly with local Veteran Service Officers. We have...
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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, 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.
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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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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Hominy Valley Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in the beautiful and quiet community of Candler, North Carolina. Surrounded by breath taking views, this is the perfect place for you to call home. Candler is a peaceful mountain community that lies in between Canton and...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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
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.

Cost of assisted living in Waterville, NC

The average cost of senior living in Waterville is $4,128 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of $3,098 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waterville, NC vs. nearby cities

Waterville, NC
$4,128/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waterville, NC vs. the state and national average

Waterville, NC
$4,128/mo
U.S. national average
$4,736/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Waterville vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,128/mo
$4,903/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Waterville, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,001/mo
Studio
$5,702/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,817/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,706/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Waterville over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Waterville, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Waterville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Waterville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Waterville

The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living in Knoxville, TN

5.0
The Pointe has been a wonderful place for my parents! The staff don't turn over often and are very kind and loving with the residents. They truly care and keep us informed of anything going on. [name removed] (front desk) is wonderful. [name removed] (director) also great. [name removed] (PT) ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN

5.0
Overall it has been a very positive experience for my Mom at Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City. The facility is reasonably clean and the staff is very friendly. I believe the care has and continues to be as well as could be received in any assisted living facility. The meals are provided ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Brookdale Browns Creek, Asbury Place Maryville, and Trinity Hills of Knoxville, who go above and beyond to make residents feel comfortable and well-cared for.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents at communities like The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living, Trinity Hills of Knoxville, and Mars Hill Manor enjoy a wide range of activities, including music, crafts, outings, and religious services, which help them stay engaged and connected with their community.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the living spaces and common areas at communities such as Trinity View Retirement Community, Clover Hill Senior Living, and Brookdale Browns Creek. Residents appreciate the attention to detail and the sense of pride taken in maintai ...
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Individualized care plans. Many families comment on the personalized care plans at communities like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, Trinity Hills of Knoxville, and Dominion Senior Living of Sevierville, where staff take the time to understand each resident's unique needs and preferences, ensuring they receive the best ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is highlighted as a significant factor in the overall satisfaction of residents at communities like Heritage Assisted Living Fountain City Knoxville TN, Mars Hill Manor, and The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living. Chefs and dining staff are commended fo ...
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Supportive and inclusive community. Several reviews note the sense of camaraderie and inclusion at communities such as Heather Glen Assisted Living, Clover Hill Senior Living, and Wellington Manor Assisted Living, where residents feel welcomed and valued, fostering a strong sense of belonging and friendship.
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Waterville review score based on 159 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 77 Waterville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Waterville review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Waterville, NC77 facilities
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Maggie Valley, NC22 facilities
9.1
Hot Springs, NC26 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterville assisted living

When assisted living 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 159 reviews of 77 Waterville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waterville resident and family assisted living 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.
Waterville, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Waterville assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Waterville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
48.1%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.1%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.6%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.9%
53.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterville assisted living

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 Waterville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.6%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
22.1%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.8%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.5%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterville assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waterville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.2%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterville assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Waterville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
26%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.5%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterville assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Waterville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.1%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.3%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.8%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26%
38.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Waterville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Waterville protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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Wellington Manor Assisted Living, The Pointe at Lifespring Senior Living and Mars Hill Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waterville, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

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