10 Assisted Living Communities in Union County, North Carolina

The average cost of assisted living in the county is $3,803 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 10 Assisted Living Communities in Union County and several in surrounding areas. The Cost of Senior Care in Union County, NC

Assisted Living: $3,803
Nursing Home Care: $6,935
In-home Care: $3,813
Adult Day Health Services: $1,343

Assisted Living Facilities near Union County, North Carolina

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in Union County

Roy

April 5, 2023

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Brandywine Living at Summit

Our family looked at this facility as an option to have my mother continue her rehab under proper care and supervision. Meagan was very helpful in the process. The facility had just been redeveloped from a former nursing home, and was very pleasant. My mother has raved about the food and enjoys the activities. The staff made the transition as easy as possible.

Rachel Sitter

October 12, 2022

I visited this facilityReview of Arbor Terrace Mountainside

I toured Arbor Terrace Mountainside and was so impressed with the community itself and the large amount of activities offered for the residents. There really is something for everyone! I also loved that they’re right next to echo lake park, as my dad is very active and will enjoy walking there each day. The staff that greeted me on my tour seemed genuinely happy to be at work and I think that says a lot for how the residents are probably treated. I’m looking forward to joining the “Arbor Family.”

Lenny Maynard

January 24, 2022

OtherReview of South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

South Mountain Healthcare And Rehabilitation in Vauxhall, New Jersey DOES NOT answer the patients\' phone calls to the nursing station(s) and does not communicate well with patients to arrange, confirm and track doctor visits for patients. Staff and nurses do not know the patients\' doctors names, phone numbers and visit times and fail to arrange their visits with critical and non-critical care patients. The food is always cold. Please someone from the state and executive levels address these issues immediately. It seems the concern of South Mountain is to keep rooms and beds filled and not to help patients recover within a short or reasonable time frame.--Thank you for your help,

Jennifer

April 2, 2021

I visited this facilityReview of Atria Cranford

I saw both assisted living and memory care at Atria Cranford. It was nice. Everything was pretty much set up nicely, as far as where the residents were able to go and the activities. They had a huge schedule board, and they rotate month by month. Each day has a list of activities, so the residents have options, and they can choose what they want to do. Family members can video call their loved ones. It's like a FaceTime chat with your loved ones, which is pretty convenient. I only dealt with the young lady with whom I had the meeting. When we came inside the door, we had to get a rapid test done, but I didn't really come in contact with too many of the workers there. They had plenty of options to keep the residents busy and active. For those who will be placed in memory care, it's a little bit more hands on, which is good. I didn't get to meet too many people. I like the structure of the building. It felt somewhat homey, which could be very soothing for the residents. They even had a pretty cool fireplace in the common area with a big-old piano. The outdoor sitting area was very nice. When the weather gets much better, it would be fun for them.

Linda

June 24, 2019

I visited this facilityReview of Carillon Assisted Living at Indian Trail

I visited Carillon Assisted Living at Indian Trail, it's beautiful, and like a resort. The rooms were absolutely lovely. The staff was very helpful, very courteous, and very professional. The dining area was lovely, and they had many activities, including baking pies. They had a full range of activities that were varied and plentiful.

Hope

April 15, 2019

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of White Oak Of Waxhaw

White Oak Of Waxhaw is located at the end of a long driveway. It's extremely peaceful and right now, all the cherry blossom trees are blooming, and they have rocking chairs outside for you to sit. It's very safe. The nursing care that my husband is receiving there is excellent, and it was excellent the last time we were there. They have a wound care nurse that comes, and the physician comes every other day, and the NP comes on the days that the physician is not there, so my husband is seeing a medical person in addition to having his dressing changed every day. They help him with his showers. The food is delicious, and they seem to have enough choices. When we ring the bell, they're very prompt, and I'm not sure how they manage that. My husband is also doing PT and OT, so they've been very good with him. I see improvements every day since he's been there. He's getting stronger and putting a little bit of weight back on, and I'm thrilled. My husband's room is private, but they also have shared rooms. The place is set up like a pod with four long hallways, and each hallway is called a neighborhood, and a nursing station for each one of those, and on that long pod, there are either single rooms or doubles.

Deborah

April 12, 2019

I visited this facilityReview of Carillon Assisted Living at Indian Trail

Carillon Assisted Living of Indian Trail was very nice. It's lovely and very pretty, then again it's newer, the staff was very pleasant and the rooms were really nice. But they're very expensive compared to the other places. They have assisted living and memory care. Some of their facilities is a hair salon and some nice common areas. Visually it looks pretty.

Decy1130

December 11, 2018

I am a friend or relative of a current/past residentReview of Complete Care at Westfield

My mother is in rehab at Westfield Center. It's a Genesis property. I haven't had any problems there so far. Everybody has been very nice and that includes the gals that do the exercise and breathing. Everything has been very good so far. She's doing basic physical therapy. She gets her meals in her room, but the dining area seems to be fine. It appears more hospital-like because it's a rehab center, not a community.

May831

September 1, 2018

I visited this facilityReview of Lake Park Nursing Center

Lake Park Nursing Center looked clean and nice. The people were kind. Overall, it was good. They were playing games like Bingo, board games, walking the hall, and getting exercise. The person who gave me the tour was nice.

Map of Union County, North Carolina

Assisted Living Costs in Union County

According to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care survey, assisted living in Union County costs an average of $3,803 per month, which is about $100 more per month than the statewide average of $3,693 but about $200 less than the nationwide average of $4,000 per month. Of the major regions surveyed, Union County is the third most expensive region for assisted living, surpassed only by the Winston area ($4,215) and the Greensboro area ($4,883).

The most affordable city for assisted living is Burlington, which lies about 130 miles to the northeast of Union County. Here, assisted living costs an average of $2,800 per month. Relatively affordable care can also be found in the Hickory area ($3,300), Fayetteville ($3,100) and the Durham area ($3,150).

Note: Senior care costs for Union County are not available, so data for Charlotte, the closest major city, was used.

Union County/Charlotte Area

$3,803

National Average

$4,000

State Average

$3,693

Hickory Area

$3,300

Fayetteville

$3,100

Winston Area

$4,215

Greensboro Area

$4,883

Burlington

$2,800

Durham Area

$3,150

Care Cost Comparison

The cost of senior care in Union County varies considerably, depending on the level of care and amenities provided. In most cases, senior care options that include more extensive hands-on care, as well as room and board, meals, utilities, housekeeping and activities, tend to be the most costly. Senior care that’s only provided for a few hours per day and doesn’t include living costs is usually the most affordable. However, this isn’t necessarily the case in Union County. In this county, nursing home care is the most expensive option, with a semiprivate room costing approximately $6,935 per month. Home health care services, which don’t include living costs such as housing and utilities, are the second most expensive, with home health aides costing $4,004 per month and homemaker services costing $3,813 per month. Assisted living costs $3,803 per month, and adult day health services are the most affordable senior care option at $1,343 per month.

Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart

Assisted Living

$3,803

Homemaker Services

$3,813

Home Health Aide

$4,004

Adult Day Health Services

$1,343

Nursing Home Care

$6,935

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Union County

Medicaid in North Carolina

Union County seniors who meet income and asset guidelines may be eligible to receive free health care coverage through Medicaid. This program is jointly funded by the federal and state government and covers a wide array of medical expenses, including preventative care, hospital stays, medical equipment and mobility aids. The Personal Care Services program, which is part of the regular Medicaid program, covers services provided in assisted living facilities, including assistance with eating, bathing, dressing and mobility.

To qualify for Medicaid, applicants must be legal U.S. citizens and permanent North Carolina residents. Single applicants can have a monthly income of up to $1,041 and up to $2,000 in countable assets. Married applicants can have a monthly income of up to $1,409 and up to $3,000 in countable assets. Those who qualify for Supplemental Security Income, are on Medicare or receive State/County Special Assistance are automatically eligible for Medicaid.

North Carolina’s Medicaid plan, including PCS, is an entitlement, meaning that all seniors who meet these qualifications are guaranteed to be accepted into the program.

Seniors who don’t meet income limits may still receive Medicaid through the Medically Needy Pathway. With this program, participants put excess income toward qualifying medical expenses. Once their monthly income is spent down to Medicaid’s limits, Medicaid covers any remaining medical expenses. Medicaid planning is available for seniors whose income and assets exceed Medicaid’s limits.

Seniors who are applying to have assisted living services covered through the PCS program must have a medical condition, disability or cognitive impairment. They must also demonstrate an unmet need for limited assistance with at least three activities of daily living or assistance with two activities of daily living plus extensive or full assistance with at least one activity of daily living. To determine eligibility, an assessment is conducted by or on behalf of the Division of Medical Assistance, and seniors receive only the services that are outlined in their individualized service plan.

To learn more about the state’s Medicaid program or to apply for benefits, seniors should apply online or call the NC Medicaid Contact Center at (888) 245-0179.

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living

State and County Special Assistance

The State and County Special Assistance program provides a cash benefit to help low-income seniors pay for room and board in an assisted living facility. To qualify for this program, applicants must be at least 65 years old and reside in a residential facility, including an adult care home, a family care home or a group home. The facility must be approved for special assistance and agree to accept the state rate for residents who participate in this program.

To learn more about the State and County Special Assistance program, seniors should contact their local Division of Social Services at (704) 296-4300.

Optional State Supplement

Low-income seniors living in adult care homes may qualify to receive the Optional State Supplement. This cash benefit is added to monthly Supplemental Security Income and can be used toward living expenses, including assisted living expenses.

To qualify for OSS, applicants must meet the federal SSI regulations. Seniors must be at least 65 years old and legal U.S. citizens or residents. Single applicants may have a monthly income of up to $771 and up to $2,000 in countable assets, and married applicants may have a monthly income of up to $1,157 and up to $3,000 in countable assets. Additionally, they must reside in an adult care home.

Currently, the monthly benefit for OSS for those living in adult care homes is $554, and seniors who live in special care units may receive up to $887 per month. To learn more about OSS, Union County seniors should contact their nearest Social Security office at (800) 772-1213.

Senior Center

The local senior center is open five days per week and features a clay and pottery studio, woodworking shop and computer lab. In addition to the regular classes and activities, it also provides seasonal dances, seminars and field trips throughout the year.

Fitzgerald Senior Center
327 S Hayne Street, Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 282-4657

Veterans Resources

The veterans services office in Union County provides eligible veterans access to a variety of resources, including benefit information, transportation to VA medical centers within the state and guidance on how to access state and federal resources, including burial assistance and applying for veterans identification cards. The office is open seven days each week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Union County Veterans Services
500 N Main Street, Suite 14, Monroe, NC 28112
(704) 283-3744

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10 Assisted Living Communities in Union County, North Carolina

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The Pines on Carmel

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The Post at Providence

Brookdale Weddington Park

TerraBella Little Avenue

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The Blake At Baxter Village

TerraBella Rock Hill

De Good Shephard Senior Living

The Post at Mint Hill

Cadence Mint Hill

HarborChase of Riverwalk

The Meridian at Carolina Lakes

Senior Retreat At Stonehaven

Senior Retreat at Park Crossing

Summit Place of Southpark

The Haven & The Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place

Aldersgate

Matthews Glen

Legacy Heights Senior Living Community

Southminster

Wellmore of Tega Cay

Waltonwood Providence

The Charlotte Assisted Living & Memory Care

Wickshire Steele Creek

Carmel Hills

The Sharon at SouthPark

Blissful Living Senior Care

Mint Hill Senior Living

East Towne

The Drake

The Parc At Sharon Amity

Elliotte Manor

Waltonwood Cotswold Senior Community

Springhill Assisted Living

Willow Ridge

Hamilton Family Care Home

Chelsey's Lakeside Place

Dilack Home

Sunflower Springs at Indian Land

Tipton Rest Home

Senior Retreat at Lansdowne

Brian Center Retirement Apartments

Grant Adult Home

Mecklenburg House

Mc Arthur Square Retirement

Divine Manor Assisted Living

Queen City Assisted Living

The Hubbard House in North Carolina

The Country Home

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Reviews of Assisted Living Facilities in Union County

Map of Union County, North Carolina

Assisted Living Costs in Union County

Care Cost Comparison

Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Union County

Medicaid in North Carolina

Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living