Home Place of New Bern
1309 McCarthy Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562
"Home Place of New Bern is a very nice place. The staff was wonderful and very friendly. They answered all our questions...
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1309 McCarthy Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562
"Home Place of New Bern is a very nice place. The staff was wonderful and very friendly. They answered all our questions...

1336 South Glenburnie Road, New Bern, NC 28562
"I'm very happy with Navion of New Bern. It's a very nice facility. They seem to be very caring and interested in their...
2701 Amhurst Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562
"I chose The Courtyards because basically it was nearby and it seemed to be pretty popular, it was recommended by a few...

2915 Brunswick Avenue, New Bern, NC 28562
"We toured The Gardens of Trent. We toured the entire facility. It was very nice. It was clean. The staff was very nice...

3003 Waterscape Wy, New Bern, NC 28562
"The Viridian was brand new, very posh, very modern, clean, with high ceilings, and very welcoming at the same time. They...

4522 Old Cherry Point Rd, New Bern, NC 28560
"I did volunteer work at this facility. I've been there several times and I found the staff to be very nice. I liked...

22 Magnolia Way, Grantsboro, NC 28529
"The Gardens of Pamlico was very nice. They have assisted living and they have people who live in there. I had my...

3020 Market Street, Newport, NC 28570
"Sommerset has a very friendly staff and patients are free to enjoy the facility as well. The facility was clean and...
280 Swansboro Loop Rd, Swansboro, NC 28584
The Landings of Swansboro offers seniors an all-inclusive lifestyle that provides assistance with activities of daily...

34 McDaniel Dr, Jacksonville, NC 28546
"I once visited carebridge assisted living to visit a family friend during the holidays. She is very close to everyone in...

103 Pelican Circle , Swansboro, NC 28584
"We chose The Cottages of Swansboro for my sister because of the location, the price, and what was included in the price...

3045 Henderson Dr Extension, Jacksonville, NC 28546
"My dad has been in Liberty Commons since March 15th. It's an assisted care facility though there are some nursing home...

182 Village Dr, Jacksonville, NC 28546
"Everything is well at Lighthouse Village. It's affordable, and my grandfather is doing fine. He's getting along with the...
Assisted Living
Joyce
5.0
Review of Navion of New Bern
Navion of New Bern was more like home. It was roomy and spacious. It was a home environment. The staff who gave the tour was friendly and kind. I also met the marketing director and another...
Provider response
Hello, Joyce. We appreciate your visit to our community and your kind words, as well as your 5-star review.
Assisted Living
Cynthia
5.0
Review of Navion of New Bern
I'm very happy with Navion of New Bern. It's a very nice facility. They seem to be very caring and interested in their residents. The facility is very well-kept. The director is very nice and seems...
Provider response
Hello Cynthia, thank you for visiting our community and for your kind words. Our team members take pride in the community and love our residents like family. Thank you once again for your time.
Assisted Living
Susan Miller
2.0
Review of The Viridian
The rooms were great, new condition. The food was only ok & my mom said they were stingy. My mom lived in assisted living for 1-1/2 years. She fell & broke her neck in the bathroom & went to a...
New Bern is also an affordable option compared to other cities in eastern North Carolina. While assisted living in Jacksonville is similarly priced at $3,600 per month, rates in Greenville are more than $1,000 higher. Wilmington and Raleigh are even more expensive, with average monthly rates of $5,254 and $5,388, respectively.
New Bern
$3,645
North Carolina
$4,010
United States
$4,500
Jacksonville
$3,600
Greenville
$4,613
Wilmington
$5,254
Raleigh
$5,388
According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, seniors pay an average of $3,645 per month for assisted living care in New Bern. Not only is this lower than the statewide median of $4,010, but it’s more than $850 lower than the U.S. national average of $4,500.
There are some additional options to explore that may better suit an individual’s needs, living preferences and budget. While assisted living is the most affordable option, seniors who wish to age in place at home may opt for in-home care or home health care services. Both cost an average of $3,813 per month in New Bern. Those in need of more focused care and medical attention may be best suited in a nursing home facility, where rates average $7,574 per month for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$3,813
Home Health Care
$3,813
Assisted Living Facility
$3,645
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,574
There are a number of free local resources in New Bern to support the needs of seniors as they age. The following list features organizations that offer services and programs to help older adults navigate their long-term care needs and overall wellness, including case management, nutritional counseling, benefits assistance and legal aid.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Carolina Council | (252) 638-3185 Ext.: 3001 | As the region's Area Agency on Aging, the Eastern Carolina Council helps connect seniors aged 60 and older with information and resources to support their needs. Its programs include senior advocacy, elder abuse prevention, family caregiver support, food assistance and evidence-based health promotion programs. |
| Craven County Senior Services | (252) 638-1790 | Craven County Senior Services provides assistance and support to adults aged 60 and older. Its services include home-delivered meals, health promotion programs and support groups. The organization is also responsible for the operation of the Craven County Senior Center, where seniors can participate in activities and exercise programs, special events and congregate meals. |
| Craven County Adult Services | (252) 636-4900 | The Adult Services Division of the Craven County Department of Social Services offers a range of services to support the needs of elderly and disabled individuals. The agency can provide case management to help families find, access and coordinate services, as well as adult placement services for those who require a nursing-home level of care. Other services include guardianship, in-home aides and personal care coordination. |
| Legal Aid of North Carolina Senior Law Project | (877) 579-7562 | The Senior Law Project is an initiative of Legal Aid of North Carolina that provides free civil legal assistance to individuals aged 60 and older. Seniors can call the organization's helpline for advice and representation on matters such as wills and powers of attorney, public health and retirement benefits, elder abuse, consumer issues and housing. |
| Craven County Veterans Services | (252) 636-6611 | Craven County Veterans Services can provide veterans and their dependents with information and assistance in accessing the benefits they're entitled to. The agency offers a wide range of services, including disability compensation and pension guidance, life insurance information, assistance with VA medical center enrollment and help with submitting claims appeals. |