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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gaston County, NC for 2024

The average cost of assisted living in Gaston County is $3,556 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,890. Cheaper rated regions include ...

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Gaston County

Gaston County is located just to the west of Charlotte in North Carolina. The area offers access to the Mountain Island Lake which is ideal for seniors who enjoy fishing and hiking. The county is also conveniently located to Interstates 85 and 485 which provide easy access to Charlotte and other cities within the state. Seniors looking for an assisted living facility within the state will find eight in the city of Gastonia and 56 in the nearby cities of Kings Mountain, Charlotte and Lake Wylie. Assisted living facilities in Gaston County are regulated by the Division of Health Service Regulation. There are two types of facilities, including adult care homes with seven or more residents and multi-unit assisted housing with service facilities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Gaston County

  • The Gaston County area is home to world-class medical facilities, including the CaraMont Regional Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

  • Gaston County has an array of community resources for seniors, including the Department of Social Services, an organization that seeks to promote the health and well-being of seniors as well as at least one senior center.

  • ACCESS provides transportation to and from medical appointments and for various errands for seniors within Gaston County.

  • Seniors in Gaston County may hold on to more of their money due to the low cost of living in the area. Based on the national average of 100, the cost of living in Gaston County is 91.3. This is lower than the state’s average of 96.

  • Crime is the area of Gaston County is higher than the national average. Crime is ranked on a scale from one (low) to 100 (high). For violent crime, Gaston County ranks 53.6 in comparison to the national average of 31.1. Property crime is ranked 51.8 compared to the national average of 38.1.

  • Seniors who want to get away from snowy winters of the north may find Gaston County the perfect place to settle. Winter lows are around 29 and summer highs are around 89. The area only gets about an inch of snow per year.

Paying for Assisted Living in Gaston County

Assisted Living costs in Gaston County start around $3,556 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Gaston County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Counties in North Carolina

Mecklenburg County

$4,749

Lincoln County

$4,000

US

$4,000

York County

$3,829

Cherokee County

$3,800

Cleveland County

$3,696

Gaston County

$3,556

Catawba County

$3,458

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gaston County

Seniors who need help paying for an assisted living facility in Gaston County may receive help through the Medicaid State Plan. The amount of assistance per individual is based on the federal Supplemental Security income payment and other sources of income. Private rooms are not covered under the state plan, but family supplementation is permitted.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

Financial Assistance in North Carolina

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Gaston County

Gaston County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Gaston County, please visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Gaston County

Gaston County-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Cindy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Morningside of Gastonia

My father is in Morningside of Gastonia. What I like best is that he has a place to live, that he is safe, and that he has help when he needs help. I appreciate them checking on him and being just...

Provider response

Thank you, Cindy, for your heartfelt feedback about Morningside of Gastonia. We're grateful for the trust you've placed in us to care for your father. Ensuring his safety, well-being, and comfort...

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Peggy

I visited this facility

Review of TerraBella Cramer Mountain

We were greeted at TerraBella Cramer Mountain. I was impressed with them. We had an appointment and the door was open for us, and the lady spoke to us by our first names and greeted us. From the...

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Peggy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Morningside of Gastonia

Morningside of Gastonia was very nice and more modern. We didn't get to see the rooms, except the door was cracked a little bit. They didn't have a vacant room to show us or anything. So, we didn't...

Provider response

Peggy, thanks for visiting Morningside of Gastonia. We're glad to hear you had an informative tour and got a chance to see your friend while you were here. We'd love to have you come back and join...

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