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Assisted Living Communities in Mount Airy, NC
Mount Airy sits along the Ararat River, just 3 miles south of the North Carolina/Virginia...
border. In 2024, seniors in this region spend around $6,200 per month on residential care, putting local costs several hundred dollars above North Carolina’s median of $5,769 and the national baseline of $5,350. Fortunately, the region has numerous assisted living facilities for seniors to choose from, including within Mount Airy and more nearby.
This guide finds an overall quality score of 4.7 out of 5 stars stars among local facilities based on 84 reviews consumer reviews.
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Jen24
5.0
Review of Twelve Oaks
My dad has lived in this facility for almost 8 years. He considers it home. It’s very clean and the staff takes great care of him. They are very dependable. My dad loves the activities...
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Barb
5.0
Review of RidgeCrest
My mother was in RidgeCrest. She was in independent and assisted. She was there for eight years. It was very good. The staff was very caring and they were able to keep her almost to the end of her...
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Jeff
4.0
Review of RidgeCrest
My mom is at RidgeCrest. The food is not the best, but it's okay. There are also mostly not much of activities for assisted living. They need more maintenance done on the building as there's a lack...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Mount Airy, NC and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports assisted living rates of around $6,200 per month in Mount Airy, which runs higher than the state norm of $5,769 and the nationwide median of $5,350. Even so, local fees compare favorably to costs in Greensboro and Burlington, where respective pricing comes in near $7,250 and $8,603.
Mount Airy
$6,200
North Carolina
$5,769
The United States
$5,350
Greensboro
$7,250
Burlington
$8,603
Durham
$4,863
Fayetteville
$2,750
Paying for Assisted Living in Mount Airy, NC
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Mount Airy
Seniors who are looking for financial aid for assisted living costs have access to aid through North Carolina Medicaid’s Personal Care Services Program. Seniors may be eligible for a Medicaid Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waiver or the Special Assistance (SA) Program, a non-Medicaid plan that provides assisted living coverage for eligible seniors.
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 Mount Airy, NC
Assisted living facilities in Mount Airy charge monthly rates of around $6,200. While this price runs well above the cost of home health care, which hovers near $4,576, it compares favorably to nursing home fees, which come in at about $8,593 for semi-private accommodations.
Home Health Care
$4,576
Assisted Living Facility
$6,200
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$8,593
Note: Since data for Mount Airy is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Winston, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Mount Airy
In Mount Airy and surrounding Surry County, residents have access to a wide range of free services, resources and social supports. These resources, which include financial aid programs, legal assistance, benefits counseling and others, are provided by government agencies and nonprofit organizations across Surry County.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Surry County Senior Services | (336) 783-8500 | Surry County Senior Services functions as the Area Agency on Aging for Mount Airy. It offers Medicare counseling and a medication assistance program for low-income seniors who can't afford their prescriptions. Its website has information about community resources, programs for disabled seniors, caregiver support groups and financial help for low-income older adults. |
| Surry County Veterans Services | (336) 783-8820 | Mount Airy seniors who served in the military could qualify to receive disability compensation, pensions and other types of financial benefits and perks. Veterans Services helps Surry County residents learn about these benefits and apply for those they're eligible for. Agents also assist with obtaining military records and can provide free accredited representation before the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. |
| Legal Aid of North Carolina | (866) 219-5262 | Legal Aid of North Carolina provides free legal assistance to Surry County seniors of limited financial means. Residents can call its Senior Legal Helpline to get help with future planning, including advanced directives such as estates, health care proxies and living wills. The organization also addresses complaints about long-term care facilities. Other issues it helps with include civil issues such as bankruptcy, debt collection and denial of benefits. |
| Surry County Senior Center | (336) 367-7251 | The Surry County Senior Center offers fun events and activities for residents of Mount Airy. Seniors can enjoy shopping trips, guest speakers, classes, luncheons and games. Activities include book clubs, cooking lessons, arts, crafts and dancing. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Mount Airy
Mount Airy-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.
