Denver sits west of Lake Norman in Lincoln County, about 25 miles north of Charlotte. In this region, seniors pay around $4,283 per month for assisted living in 2024. This cost offers significant savings over North Carolina’s baseline rate of $5,769, and it runs about $1,100 below the national median. Within the city, seniors find 3 assisted living facilities, and 20 more operate nearby.
You can learn more about assisted living in Denver by reading through the 236 reviews reviews in our guide. On average, local assisted living facilities earn 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
4822 Webbs Chapel Church Road, Denver, NC 28037
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Denver Family Care Home. It was just a house with six people and a caretaker. It was absolutely lovely and so pristine. The person who is the 14-day on and 14-day off staff member who was present was wonderful, available, and informative. Sh..."
$4,000
3900 Wexford Lane, Denver, NC 28037
4.4
(13 reviews)
"Wexford House may not be the fanciest place but it is surely the BEST. My mother has been there for 8 months now. It is clean, the rooms are big and the food is good. They totally understand and attend to my mother's needs. Staff is fantastic!..."
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7981 Optimist Club Rd, Denver, NC 28037
3.6
(10 reviews)
"This place is wonderful and I am very happy here. We a !of of activities things like painting and getting together and getting our nails done. Staff here is wonderful they love their residences and give them 100% of their time even if it's just simpl..."
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3600 Park Rd, Charlotte, NC 28209
4.2
In the heart of beautiful Charlotte, NC lies MerryWood on Park. Known for hospitality and a tangible sense of belonging, this is the perfect community for anyone seeking to live their life in their style among warm and joyful residents and compassionate team members.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Licensed Facilities
$3,895
13600 S Tryon St, Charlotte, NC 28278
3.8
At Spring Arbor, we believe in providing you with the right care at the right time and supporting you to the fullest as your care needs change. Our goal is to meet residents exactly where they are, empowering them to pursue independence while fostering health, wellness, and achieving favorable results. Additionally, we prioritize the holistic integration of physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, ensuring a comprehensive approach to care. Your journey with us starts with a comprehensive assessment of your health needs, preferences, and personal history. Based on this, we develop an Individualized Care Plan (ICP) tailored specifically to you. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect any changes in your requirements. Upon moving in, our dedicated team takes the time to understand your care preferences on a personal level. We provide assistance with personal care and support, including dressing, bathing, and medication management, tailored to your individual needs as outlined in your ICP. Our purpose is to empower our residents to live independently while enriching their days with meaning and fulfillment in a comfortable and engaging environment. At Spring Arbor, we believe in providing you with the right care at the right time and supporting you to the fullest as your care needs change. This is why we provide personalized care options and services in a secure environment 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Licensed Facilities
$3,200
8901 Robinson Church Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215
5.0
(4 reviews)
"My wife was at Blissful Living Senior Care for 5 months in palliative care until she passed away. She had Alzheimer's and could not speak or feed herself. The care she received there was wonderful. The staff was incredibly good. Although she didn't s..."
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815 Kathryn Dr SE, Concord, NC 28025
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at this assisted living facility are truly amazing—exceptionally attentive, kind, and genuinely caring. I have no regrets about bringing my father here. From the very beginning, they made both of us feel comfortable and supported. It gives ..."
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8700 Lawyers Road, Charlotte, NC 28227
4.8
(13 reviews)
"The Little Flower Assisted Living has a very friendly atmosphere. They have entertainment during the week here, playing games, and things like that. The staff is very caring. The food is like that from a restaurant. It's very good. My room is like a ..."
$4,700
500 Cramer Mountain Rd, Cramerton, NC 28032
4.8
(10 reviews)
"I went to TerraBella Cramer Mountain. I liked it very much. It was beautiful and I would have wanted to have stayed, but it was nearing $5,000 a month. It's very friendly. A lot of eyes watching lovingly and caringly for the person who's there. Not i..."
$4,665
250 Commerce Centre Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078
4.7
(9 reviews)
"We toured Cadence Huntersville. There were a lot of things that I liked about it, but I liked the friendliness of the staff. I liked the cleanliness of it. I liked all the activities that they had there. It just seems like a very family-orientated co..."
$3,865
2806 Peachtree Road, Statesville, NC 28625
4.7
(8 reviews)
"The staff at Brookdale Peachtree was very knowledgeable. I met people that had been there for 16 to 20 years, so they had staff who liked working there. And they were fully staffed, they were not looking for employees. The rooms were very nice. They ..."
$7,260
1915 Mooresville Rd, Salisbury, NC 28147
4.6
(19 reviews)
"TerraBella Salisbury was very nice and clean and had friendly staff. This is strictly assisted living and the rooms were not as big as the other place. The staff recognized that we would fit better in with independent living, and they're the ones tha..."
$2,600
2216 Kannapolis Highway, Concord, NC 28027
4.6
(6 reviews)
"There are truly no words to describe this amazing 6 resident care home. Our mother was there only a brief time of 3 weeks and we wouldn't have wanted her anywhere else during the last weeks of her life. The staff here and VIA (Hospice) provided excel..."
$4,000
501 River Bend Drive, Granite Falls, NC 28630
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I toured Grace Village, and it was beautiful. It's very nice inside. The gentleman who did the tour was very helpful. He showed me different rooms and told me about the amenities of the different rooms and dining rooms. So, it was a very good tour. T..."
$4,200
6200 Roberta Rd, Harrisburg, NC 28075
4.6
(14 reviews)
"I thought TerraBella Harrisburg was very interesting. I didn't have any problems with the tour. They were very friendly. When we walked through, the staff would stop and say 'hey' and greet us. I thought that they were very open and receptive. They..."
$4,675
CARING STARS WINNER
2201 Statesville Boulevard, Salisbury, NC 28147
4.6
(23 reviews)
"The rooms are nice and have everything that you need. The staff is very friendly and courteous. There is activities daily if you choose to do them...."
$3,760
18240 John Connor Road, Cornelius, NC 28031
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My father is in memory care at Peninsula Family Care Home, and it's very good. The rooms were very nice, furnished, and very clean. This is a small six-bed family home. It has a family room, a bedroom, a kitchen, and a breakfast area. The staff is ve..."
$4,000
4877 Charlotte Hwy, Lake Wylie, SC 29710
4.5
(2 reviews)
"It was more homey for my mother-in-law. The people were more welcoming. The residents that were there were very friendly. It's an older building. It's a little less expensive because you're not paying for all the modern looks. They have activities an..."
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3610 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
4.4
(10 reviews)
"I visited Charter Senior Living of Charlotte and toured their assisted living facility. The facility was very nice, and the employees I met were very nice and very knowledgeable. They helped me understand how the process works. They were just ready t..."
$4,999
CARING STARS WINNER
1717 Union Road, Gastonia, NC 28054
4.3
(16 reviews)
"We toured Brookdale Union. It has a game room, and it's pet-friendly. They have a library and postal service. It has a keypad service. It has a craft studio, a porch, a greenhouse and garden, beauty, and a barbershop. It has transportation and it has..."
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Assisted Living
Tiffany
5.0
Review of Denver Family Care Home
I toured Denver Family Care Home. It was just a house with six people and a caretaker. It was absolutely lovely and so pristine. The person who is the 14-day on and 14-day off staff member who was...
Assisted Living
Robin
5.0
Review of Wexford House
Wexford House may not be the fanciest place but it is surely the BEST. My mother has been there for 8 months now. It is clean, the rooms are big and the food is good. They totally understand and...
Assisted Living
SB216
5.0
Review of Wexford House
Wexford House wasn't as nice as the other place, but it was OK. The staff was very knowledgeable and caring. The apartments were adequate. Upkeep and maintenance looked good. The dining area was...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living communities in the Denver region charge around $4,283 per month, providing hundreds of dollars in savings over North Carolina’s median of $5,769 and the national norm of $5,350. Local care costs also run well below rates in nearby cities, including Winston and Greensboro, where respective costs hover near $6,200 and $7,250.
Denver
$4,823
North Carolina
$5,769
The United States
$5,350
Asheville
$6,150
Hickory
$5,725
Winston
$6,200
Greensboro
$7,250
The North Carolina Medicaid State Plan provides financial assistance to eligible seniors who need help paying for an assisted living facility in Denver. Eligibility for this plan is determined by the Federal Supplemental Security income payment and any additional income that is claimed by the resident. The plan does not pay for private rooms and apartments, but if the resident prefers a private facility, family supplementation is permitted.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
In Denver, seniors spend around $4,283 monthly on assisted living expenses. Although adult day health care facilities charge comparatively modest fees of about $2,058 for nonresidential services, private attendance and institutional care cost more. For example, agencies charge approximately $6,292 for in-home care and $8,580 for home health care, and nursing home fees come in near $8,000 for semi-private rooms.
In-Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$8,580
Adult Day Health Care
$2,058
Assisted Living Facility
$4,283
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$8,000
Note: Since data for Denver is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Charlotte, instead.
Seniors in Denver have access to an array of free resources at a county, regional and state level. These resources offer various activities and services to help older adults stay active and retain their independence while also benefiting from continued socialization with their peers.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln County Senior Services | (704) 732-9053 | Lincoln County Senior Services offers various aging-related services and programs to any resident of Lincoln County aged 60 or older. The goal of Senior Services is to enhance the quality of life for all seniors and promote participation in the community. Its services include nutrition programs, family caregiver support programs, transportation, and information and assistance. Senior Services also provides a resource database with 155 resources available to Lincoln County seniors. |
| Centralina Area Agency on Aging | (800) 508-5777 | Centralina AAA in Charlotte serves seniors in a nine-county region, including those within Lincoln County. It promotes independence and advocates for the rights of aging or disabled adults through services provided by a network of funded partners. Most of its programs are intended for adults aged 60 or older, regardless of their income or ability. Services include health and wellness programs, information and options counseling, senior centers, virtual programming, transportation and senior community service employment. |
| Legal Aid of North Carolina's Senior Law Project | (877) 579-7562 | The Senior Law Project provides free civil legal help to seniors aged 60 or older living anywhere within the state. It can help with public benefits, the Supplemental Security Income program, unemployment compensation and housing. Legal Aid can also assist with issues of abuse and neglect, wills and powers of attorney, consumer issues and wrongful repossession. It also administers a Senior Legal Helpline through a statewide toll-free hotline. |
| North Carolina Regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (704) 348-2715 (800) 310-9777 | The LTC Ombudsman Program administers 16 regional offices and numerous local offices throughout the state to help residents of LTC facilities experiencing problems with the facilities. The ombudsman advocates for residents and works to resolve any issues between residents and facilities to ensure appropriate care. Trained advocates investigate concerns, mediate disputes and promote elder abuse awareness. An ombudsman can also provide information about long-term care and monitor long-term care facilities. |
Denver-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.
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