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Communities in Hickory, NC
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authentic reviews in Hickory, NC below include Assisted Living facility with 377 reviews. On average in Hickory, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
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Bonnie G
5.0
Review of Springs of Catawba
The staff genuinely love and care about their residents and it shows in how they treat them with care and respect. They knew Mom as an individual person, not just "one of many". The management team...
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Elizabeth
4.0
Review of Brookdale Hickory Northeast
I think Brookdale Hickory Northeast is one of the nicest and cleanest environments. Their environment seems fresh. I saw the community area, the kitchen, and everything. It was really nice. It is...
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George
4.0
Review of Brookdale Falling Creek
We visited Brookdale Falling Creek and toured for assisted living. They met us and showed us around in both places. One of the places is a memory care facility, primarily, where they keep the front...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Hickory, NC and Nearby Cities
In Hickory, assisted living residents pay $3,523 per month for care, which is well below state and national respective norms of $4,010 and $4,500. While seniors may find more economical care in Fayetteville, where agencies charge $3,000 per month for services, rates in most other North Carolina cities exceed Hickory’s norm. Rates in Greensboro are about $300 higher than in Hickory, and seniors in Charlotte pay $4,400 for services. In Asheville, facilities charge $4,998.
Hickory
$3,523
North Carolina
$4,010
United States
$4,500
Asheville
$4,998
Charlotte
$4,400
Greensboro
$3,800
Fayetteville
$3,000
Paying for Assisted Living in Hickory
Assisted living facilities in Hickory charge $3,523 per month for services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Hickory
North Carolina Medicaid is available for qualified low-income seniors and can assist in covering the costs of assisted living facilities. In addition to this program, the State-County Special Assistance program may be available to eligible seniors who do not have Medicaid.
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 Hickory, NC
Assisted living is among the most budget-friendly long-term care options in Hickory, with seniors paying $3,523 per month for care. Adult day health care is more affordable at $1,300 but doesn’t include housing expenses, which may make it costlier for many seniors. In-home care and home health care are costlier at $4,099 and $4,385, respectively, and nursing home rates are even higher, with base rates exceeding the norm for assisted living by about $4,600.
In-Home Care
$4,099
Home Health Care
$4,385
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living Facility
$3,523
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,125
Free Assisted Living Resources in Hickory
Hickory 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 Hickory, please visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Catawba County Council on Aging | (828) 328-2269 | The Catawba County Council on Aging provides a range of services for older adults in the Hickory region, including AARP tax assistance, information and referrals for community-based resources and legal services. This independent nonprofit organization also provides computer training and publishes a bimonthly newsletter to help residents track community events. |
| Senior Law Project | (877) 579-7562 | Senior Law Project provides free legal help to North Carolina residents aged 60 and over. Seniors can contact this program’s toll-free contact number to speak with a legal professional regarding issues such as public and veterans’ benefits, denied health insurance claims or assisted living contracts. |
| Catawba County Veteran Services Office | (828) 465-8255 | The Catawba County Veteran Services office provides assistance to veterans in Hickory, helping those who are eligible to obtain discharge upgrades, track down service-related documents and file applications for state and federal benefits. At this location, seniors can get help applying for Aid and Attendance and veterans’ and survivors pension. |
| Seniors Morning Out | (828) 695-5600 | Seniors Morning Out is a county-funded initiative that provides social and recreational opportunities, congregate meals, live entertainment and educational classes for those aged 60 and over. This program is available Monday to Thursday at two locations in Hickory, and participating is free, although donations are appreciated. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (828) 485-4213 | The long-term care ombudsman program provides advocacy for older adults in Hickory and can help assisted living residents navigate issues such as inadequate or excessive services, involuntary discharges and bills for unexpected fees. The ombudsman can also assist with comparing local assisted living facilities and finding ways to fund services. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Hickory
Hickory-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.
