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Assisted Living Communities in Denver, NC
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 assisted living facilities, and more operate nearby.
You can learn more about assisted living in Denver by reading through the 1038 reviews reviews in our guide. On average, local assisted living facilities earn 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Denver, NC and Nearby Cities
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
Paying for Assisted Living in Denver, NC
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Denver
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.
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 Denver, NC
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Denver
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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Denver
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.
