Situated in the heart of Guilford County, Greensboro sits within the Piedmont region of central North Carolina, where seniors have 98 assisted living communities to choose from. In 2024, these...
In this guide, we give you a closer look at local assisted living options through 636 reviews unbiased reviews. Based on these reviews, facilities in Greensboro earn an average quality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
98 Results
801 Meadowood St, Greensboro, NC 27409
4.5
(44 reviews)
"I looked at Heritage Greens for my aunt. It was a beautiful place. I loved the tour. The young lady was wonderful. However, it was just a little bit out of our league as far as the monthly fees. The rooms were beautiful. They were gorgeous. Everythin..."
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3420 Whitehurst Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
4.6
(20 reviews)
"My parents and my aunt moved into Harmony at Greensboro. I liked the broad range of activities regardless of the person's physical capabilities; they're very inclusive of everyone. They have a very nice dining menu with lots of options, so the reside..."
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5125 Michaux Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
4.5
(16 reviews)
"Spring Arbor of Greensboro was very active. Some folks were gathered in different areas visiting, talking, or whatever. I liked the circular layout of the buildings, not just the assisted living, but also in memory care. Upkeep and maintenance were e..."
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5809 Old Oak Ridge Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
3.9
(27 reviews)
"I went through the assisted living at Brookdale Northwest Greensboro. I felt very well taken care of. I think it was a busier facility than the other place, but there were plenty of people that were sitting in groups chitchatting, and going down the ..."
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4400 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC 27455
3.8
(32 reviews)
"The assisted living and memory care at Brookdale Lawndale Park were both great. The people seemed to be happy with where they were. People were moving about. The staff has been awesome. They showed me the floor plans and anything that I might be inte..."
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1208 New Garden Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
4.6
(29 reviews)
"My aunt moved into TerraBella Greensboro. The room she found is very nice. It's spacious. I think she likes her independence. The staff is very friendly. If you call them, they're very responsive. You ask them for something, they're very easy to deal..."
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3896 North Elm Street, Greensboro, NC 27455
4.4
(25 reviews)
"Carriage House Senior Living Community is a very nice place to live. The staff here is friendly and very knowledgeable. My interaction with them has been very positive and very professional. The food is good. The rooms are well kept, large enough, an..."
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3200 North Elm Street, Greensboro, NC 27408
4.1
(33 reviews)
"Morningview at Irving Park was nice, but they were in the process of remodeling. The places that have been done looked very nice. The staff that we met were extremely pleasant. They had a few dining areas, and they were clean and well-kept. They told..."
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3504 Flint St., Greensboro, NC 27405
4.3
(16 reviews)
"The activities are endless. Staff are extremely helpful. Food service is outstanding. Living in a cottage with fireplace, great kitchen, even alarm system, huge two car garage, big walking close closet and more. ..."
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700 S Holden Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407
4.0
(13 reviews)
"I have been fortunate to have lived at WhiteStone for 12 years. Moving from our home to the retirement community took a big leap of faith, but I am so glad we did it. It has freed my children from any concern about my health or safety, and I have a..."
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5918 Netfield Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455
3.6
(9 reviews)
"My grandfather moved into the Guilford House. They are very nice, the staff is very connected, and knowledgeable. They make you feel that you're at home. They make you feel very confident about their ability to care for your loved one. It was everyth..."
READ MORE4100 Well Spring Dr, Greensboro, NC 27410
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Well-Spring Retirement Community. It has everything you could want for all levels, and it is a large facility that would allow me to walk get my steps and get in shape. It has a gym. It has a swimming pool. It's hard to beat that. It was ver..."
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510 Banner Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27401
3.4
(5 reviews)
"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. And they don't want you when your money gets low. ..."
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308 West Meadowview Road, Greensboro, NC 27406
3.1
(9 reviews)
"My brother was a resident from November 2022 till October 2023.I would like to thank the staff for all that they have done f for my brother. He was very pleased there and the staff was wonderful to him,actually Spoiled him even more. My brother was a..."
READ MORE3301 Gar Place, Greensboro, NC 27406
3.6
(3 reviews)
"I want to thank the staff for the love and care you have showed my mother for the last 8 years. ..."
READ MORE1915 Boulevard Street, Greensboro, NC 27407
2.7
(14 reviews)
"My experience with Holden Heights has been nothing but delightful. Based on the bad reviews I've read here, I felt it necessary to let future and present families know that this place was a God-send for me and my family...."
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2400 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
3.0
(1 reviews)
"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 in certain areas. Overall, it just did not seem like ..."
READ MORE3505 Primrose Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27408
2.0
(1 reviews)
"To the naked eye, the Croatoan Village looks like something you would find back in the days of the Croatoan back in the days of John Smith when Virginia was being founded. Don't get me wrong, the place is clean but it just lacks that certain "somethi..."
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3006 W Sedgefield Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408
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READ MORE1319 Woodbriar Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405
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READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Greensboro are near $7,250. This is hundreds of dollars over North Carolina’s norm of $5,769 and the national median of $5,350, and it surpasses rates in most nearby communities. Although rates in Burlington surpass the local norm at roughly $8,603, care costs run lower in Durham and Fayetteville, where facilities charge about $4,863 and $2,750, respectively.
Greensboro
$7,250
North Carolina
$5,769
United States
$5,350
Burlington
$8,603
Winston
$6,200
Durham
$4,863
Fayetteville
$2,750
Financial assistance is available to eligible seniors who require help paying for an ALR. The state has three waiver programs available through Medicaid: the CAP/ DA Medicaid Waiver, the Adult Care Home Assistance and the Medicaid State Plan Personal Care option. There is also a supplemental SSI program available to North Carolina residents.
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.
Assisted living fees in Greensboro come in at around $7,250 per month. Although this trends lower than nursing home care, which costs approximately $8,669 for semi-private rooms, seniors generally spend less on nonresidential options. For example, home health care costs around $5,053, and seniors pay roughly $2,102 for adult day health care.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,053
Adult Day Health Care
$2,102
Assisted Living Facility
$7,250
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,699
Researching assisted living facilities in Greensboro is easier with the help of trained professionals who help compare facilities and screen for eligibility for benefits that can help cover the cost of care. The following table features nonprofit agencies and programs that serve local seniors through information and referrals, benefits counseling and legal assistance.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Active Adult Center | (336) 373-7564 | Smith Active Adult Center hosts social and recreational activities throughout the year for older members of the community. The center features an indoor pool, fitness room and gymnasium, as well as outdoor horseshoe pits, pickleball courts and bocce courts. Members also participate in support groups, nutrition classes, writing classes and walking clubs. |
| Piedmont Triad Regional Council Area Agency on Aging | (336) 904-0300 | The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is the designated Area Agency on Aging for the Greensboro region. Through this agency, older adults access Age Well classes, advocacy services, congregate meals, transportation and legal services. The agency also provides consultations to help seniors determine whether they qualify for prescription drug assistance. |
| Greensboro Vet Center | (336) 323-2660 | The Greensboro Vet Center helps veterans obtain the benefits they qualify for that may help them pay for assisted living services., including pension programs and the Aid and Attendance benefit. The office can also help veterans connect with services such as individual and group counseling and provides referrals for other VA services. |
| Senior Resources of Guilford | (336) 373-4816 | Senior Resources of Guilford is a local nonprofit organization that provides a full range of services for older adults, including nutrition education, restaurant vouchers, health screenings and SeniorLine, a telephone-based information and referral service. It also provides health insurance options counseling to help seniors understand Medicare benefits and long-term care insurance options. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 662-7030 | North Carolina’s Long Term Care Ombudsman Program features the Office of the State Long Term Care Ombudsman and local ombudsman offices, which are operated by the Area Agencies on Aging. Through this resource, those who live in assisted living can get information on their rights as residents and help with resolving interpersonal issues between residents, family members and the facilities themselves. The ombudsman can also explain long-term care options, help with choosing a facility and give guidance on Medicare and Medicaid programs. |
Greensboro-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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Ken12
4.0
Review of Brookdale Northwest Greensboro
My mom moved to Brookdale Northwest Greensboro. The staff seems very good, very friendly, and very helpful, but there has been a little bit of an issue regarding how often she gets help bathing....
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Jennifer
5.0
Review of Brookdale Lawndale Park
The assisted living and memory care at Brookdale Lawndale Park were both great. The people seemed to be happy with where they were. People were moving about. The staff has been awesome. They showed...
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Jennifer
5.0
Review of Spring Arbor of Greensboro
Spring Arbor of Greensboro was very active. Some folks were gathered in different areas visiting, talking, or whatever. I liked the circular layout of the buildings, not just the assisted living...
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