The 3 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Grantsboro, NC for 2024

There are 4 Assisted Living Facilities in the Grantsboro area, with 1 in Grantsboro and 3 nearby.

To help you with your search, browse the 62 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Grantsboro. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Grantsboro 4.25 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Yanceyville with an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars.

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Grantsboro is a small town northeast of New Bern and along the eastern coast of North Carolina. Just minutes from Atlantic Beaches and Fort Macon State Park, Grantsboro offers scenic views of the ocean and plenty of green space for outdoor activities for seniors.

Those who wish to retire in a small southern beach city will find eight assisted living facilities in the area and one within the city limits. These facilities are regulated by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation and include adult care homes with seven or more residents or multi-unit housing with service facilities.

• Grantsboro has an array of community resources for seniors, including Giving Back, an organization that helps enhance the lives of aging adults in the area as well as one senior center.
• Grantsboro has few facilities from which to choose in the event of a medical emergency or illness, with the nearest major hospital located in New Bern.
• The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services provides transportation for seniors at discount fares. The service is available for individuals ages 60 and older for a variety of destinations, including grocery stores, senior lunch programs, medical appointments and other planned outings.
• Due to the lower cost of living in Grantsboro, seniors on a budget may be able to hold on to more of their money after paying bills and necessities. The cost of living in the city is 86.3, which is lower than the state's average of 96 and the national average of 100.
• Crime in Grantsboro is ranked on a scale from one (low) to 100 (high). Property crime is ranked 40.7, which is significantly higher than the national average of 38.1. Violent crime is ranked 45.7, which is also higher than the national average of 31.1. Seniors in the area should be aware of the crime rate and consider going on errands with a friend or a group.
• Grantsboro experiences hot and humid summers with highs around 89 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cold and dry, with January lows around 34 degrees and getting just about an inch of snow per year, which is ideal for seniors who aren't fond of the ice and cold. 

Assisted Living costs in Grantsboro 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 Grantsboro 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.

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.