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Assisted Living Communities in Asheville, North Carolina

Asheville rests in western North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Seniors have access to daily support from the 17 assisted living facilities in the local area. In 2024, these...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Asheville, NC and Nearby Cities

According to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care survey, seniors in Asheville pay an estimated $6,150 per month for assisted living. Seniors searching for more affordable care in North Carolina may look to Charlotte, where rates fall around $4,283 per month. Fayetteville offers the state's most affordable care costs at $2,750. On the other hand, monthly rates in Raleigh exceed Asheville's by $74, and costs in Burlington exceed them further at $8,603.

Asheville

$6,150

North Carolina

$5,769

The United States

$5,350

Charlotte

$4,283

Raleigh

$6,224

Burlington

$8,603

Fayetteville

$2,750

Paying for Assisted Living in Asheville

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Asheville

Seniors in Asheville can explore their eligibility to one state-run program that can help with assisted living expenses. The state’s Medicaid program provides monthly payments for personal care in adult care homes. Eligibility is income based, and the amount the senior receives per month depends on income level.

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

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Asheville, NC

Additionally, individuals may explore other types of senior care. Adult day health care, the most affordable option, offers basic daytime assistance and supervision for $1,636 monthly. In-home care and home health care allow seniors to age in place. While both cost $6,292, in-home care covers personal care and household assistance, while home health care includes medical services. Nursing homes provide more comprehensive care than assisted living, with a higher monthly cost of $9,125.

In-Home Care

$6,292

Home Health Care

$6,292

Adult Day Health Care

$1,636

Assisted Living Facility

$6,150

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$9,125

Free Assisted Living Resources in Asheville

Seniors in Asheville have a variety of resources available at their disposal for entertainment, socializing and daily living. Below are some popular resources in the city. 

ResourceContactService
Council on Aging of Buncombe County(828) 277-8288The Council on Aging of Buncombe County advocates promoting independence, dignity and the well-being of seniors in the area. The council supports education and awareness throughout the community and provides services including insurance counseling, senior nutrition and transportation.
Land of Sky Area Agency on Aging(828) 251-6622The local AAA is a non-profit multi-county community development service that works to meet the needs and desires of the growing senior community. These services include the Volunteer Services Department that connects adults 55 and older with volunteer opportunities. The agency also sponsors Mountain Mobility, Buncombe County’s public transportation system that provides rides to seniors at reduced fares for medical appointments, errands, sightseeing and shopping.
Senior Opportunity Center(828) 350-2062The Senior Opportunity Center provides a variety of programs and events throughout the Asheville area. The center features a greenhouse, billiard room, sewing room and a multipurpose area for parties and special events. Regular calendar events include bingo, massage, pottery, quilting, painting and games.
Harvest House Senior Center(828) 350-2051The Harvest House provides free activities for seniors and individuals of all ages. The center has a loaning library, shuffleboard courts, classrooms and a full-service workshop. Activities include folk dance, a walking club, ballroom dancing, monthly senior trips and woodworking.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Asheville

Asheville-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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I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Angel House 1

I stayed at Angel House 1 for three months. This place was horrible. It was dirty. The food was very unhealthy. They had a physician's assistant who came to see people, and he was very...

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I visited this facility

Review of Asheville Geriatric

I toured Asheville Geriatric. I needed a memory care unit, and they didn't have one. They also were sort of on the older side. The amenities were not as good for the patients. Like for the room...

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Very Satisfied

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Chunns Cove

A beautiful facility located on top of the mountain. The staff is very outgoing and caring. Under new management with positive changes. Ongoing renovations since February 2024. The variety of...

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