The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elon, NC for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Elon, NC

Blakey Hall

Provides: Assisted Living
501 N. Manning Avenue, Elon, NC 27244
"We chose Blakey Hall for my mother-in-law. Her room there was clean and has plenty of room. The dining area was nice and seems to serve good food. The staff is very helpful, nice and professional...." More

CLOSED - Elon Village Homes

Provides: Assisted Living
715 East Haggard Avenue, Elon, NC 27244
"I would rank Elon Village as one of the best options for care in Alamance County. I'm in and out of care facilities daily, most of which I find to be unacceptable, but I would not hesitate to..." More

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Brookdale Burlington

Provides: Assisted Living
3615 South Mebane Street, Burlington, NC 27215
"Brookdale Burlington seemed very nice and very clean. The respite rooms were roomy and acceptable, but the only problem was that, at this point in, we are not needing anything longer than three or..." More

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Mebane Ridge Assisted Living & Memory...

Provides: Assisted Living
1999 South NC Hwy 119, Mebane, NC 27302
"We liked Mebane Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care very much. They had very nice apartment-type rooms. The one that we specifically looked at was for two persons sharing the room. It's plenty..." More

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Sincere Manor Family Care Home

Provides: Assisted Living
334 Zeb Rd, Gibsonville, NC 27249
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living in secure and inviting residential settings. Your independence and sense of self is enhanced with our..." More

Twin Lakes Community

Provides: Assisted Living
3701 Wade Coble Drive, Burlington, NC 27215
"My mother is still at Twin Lakes Community. It is excellent. Moving into assisted living, they have a brand-new facility, which is beautiful, very accessible, spacious, airy, and enjoyable to be..." More

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Warren Care Services

Provides: Assisted Living
1237 Westmoreland Drive, Burlington, NC 27217
"My brother and I placed our father with WCS twice during the last 2-3 years. WCS is a top notch facility with the most caring staff. They were very innovative in making efforts to accommodate Dad..." More

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Home Place of Burlington

Provides: Assisted Living
118 Alamance Road, Burlington, NC 27215
"My tour at Home Place was superior. It was a very reputable place, and very nice. They have a physical therapy room, and dining facilities. The staff has been excellent, and very attentive." More

Springview Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
1032 N Mebane Street, Burlington, NC 27217
"My grandmother is in Springview, and it is wonderful. They call me if she's having a bad day. They took her to the hospital twice, and they are taking care of all her medical needs. The staff is..." More

Arbor Care

Provides: Assisted Living
510 Banner Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401
"Spring Arbor is perfectly wonderful. It was like a country club. It's new, the food looked good, they have parties and all kinds of things. They really are a superb place, but they were expensive...." More

Bell House

Provides: Assisted Living
2400 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
"I cannot say much either way about this facility. The staff did not seem too friendly except for one or two and the patients were practically non-existent. The grounds looked okay but were lacking..." More

Golden Years Assisted Living

Provides: Assisted Living
207 E 6th St, Burlington, NC 27215
"Golden Years has me on the fence for a few reasons. The staff was wonderful; nice and energetic and very intelligent. The grounds and some of the things I noticed with the building just did not sit..." More

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The Oaks of Alamance

Provides: Assisted Living
1670 Westbrook Avenue, Burlington, NC 27215
"The Oaks of Alamance was a very nice facility. It was definitely more spacious than the other one I saw, it also had a mixture of male and female clients, and they had entertainment rooms. People..." More

Southern Seasons Retire Home

Provides: Assisted Living
625 Lane St, Burlington, NC 27217
"My brother was at Southern Seasons Retire Home. The lady who bought it told me that she would make a lot of improvements like a paint job. It needed a lot of updating. She hadn't done anything yet...." More

Lawson'S Adult Enrichment Center

Provides: Assisted Living
1319 Woodbriar Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405

A Vision Come True

Provides: Assisted Living
220 Hatch Street, Burlington, NC 27217

Pleasant Grove Retirement Home

Provides: Assisted Living
4516 N Nc Highway 49, Burlington, NC 27217

Springview - Crouse Building

Provides: Assisted Living
613 W. Whitsett Street, Graham, NC 27253

St. Gale's Manor

Provides: Assisted Living
1411 Lees Chapel Rd, Greensboro, NC 27405
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Harvey's Family Care Home

Provides: Assisted Living
667 B H Harvey Trail H, Burlington, NC 27217
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living in secure and inviting residential settings. Your independence and sense of self is enhanced with our..." More

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CareBridge Senior Living

Provides: Assisted Living
2505 Fairview Street, Greensboro, NC 27405
"We Care For You We are dedicated to providing you independent living in secure and inviting residential settings. Your independence and sense of self is enhanced with our supportive environment...." More

    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Elon

    Elon, North Carolina, is located just to the east of Greensboro and in the Piedmont area of Central North Carolina. This small town is rich with history and has a lively downtown shopping district that is ideal for seniors to stroll and browse for deals. The city has a population of 10,227 with 18 percent over the age of 65. To accommodate these seniors, Elon has two assisted living facilities within the city and 56 nearby in places like Burlington, Graham and Greensboro.

    Assisted living facilities in Elon and the state of North Carolina are regulated by the Division of Health Service Regulation. These facilities include adult care homes with seven or more individuals and multi-unit assisted housing with service facilities.

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Elon

    • The Elon area has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in Burlington.
    • Elon has an array of community resources for seniors, including Alamance ElderCare, an organization dedicated to improving the lives of seniors in the area as well as one senior center.
    • The Alamance County Transportation Authority provides rides for seniors to doctor’s appointments and for daily errands. Along with a fleet of 27 buses and vans, there are also vans equipped with lifts to accommodate most riders.
    • Seniors may find it easier to manage their money living in Elon. The cost of living in the city is 96.9, which is compared to a national average of 100. The costs of living in Elon is comparable to other cities in the state, which also have an average of 96.
    • Elon experiences hot and humid summers and cold winters. Summer highs are around 89 degrees and January lows are around 28. The area gets approximately three inches of snow per year and 45 inches of rain, which means there are plenty of days for seniors to enjoy the outdoors.
    • The rate of crime in Elon is 92 percent lower than crime in other parts of the state. It is also 92 percent lower than the national average, which makes Elon a safe place for seniors to live.


    Paying for Assisted Living in Elon

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in North Carolina

    $5,740.00 Reidsville
    $4,121.00 Greensboro
    $4,000.00 US
    $3,450.00 Randleman
    $3,363.00 Burlington

    Assisted Living costs in Elon start around $0 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 Elon 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.

    Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Elon

    Elon and the state of North Carolina provide help paying for an assisted living facility through the Medicaid State Plan. Seniors may be eligible based on the federal Supplemental Security income payment and other sources of income. This program does not offer help for private rooms, but seniors may supplement the program with family funds. 

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

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    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 Elon

    Elon 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 Elon, please visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Elon

    Elon-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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    Other Options in Elon, NC

    Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Elon

    • Review of Blakey Hall

      We chose Blakey Hall for my mother-in-law. Her room there was clean and has plenty of room. The dining area was nice and seems to serve good food. The staff is very helpful, nice and professional. ... Read more

      David
    • Review of Blakey Hall

      I came by for a tour for my family member and was appalled by how the staff or shall I say lack of staff they had and for the amount of money they expect people to pay you should not be told by sta... Read more

      M. Robinson
    • Review of Blakey Hall

      My Mom lived here for several years. This was the perfect place for her,as she was very independent and yet it still allowed her to feel safe and secure. She made some wonderful friends here,and e... Read more

      KarynP
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