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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rocky Mount, NC for 2024

Rocky Mount, North Carolina, is in Nash County about 55 minutes by car northeast of the Golden Triangle area of Raleigh-Durham. The city is home to more than 57,000 residents and about 17% of those who live here are seniors aged 65 and older. The Best Places Comfort Index ranked Rocky Mount as one of the most comfortable places in North Carolina because of its mild winters and pleasant summers. Plus, Rocky Mount is an excellent location for cost-conscious seniors, with a cost of living that’s far below the national average.

When seniors need assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as housekeeping, personal care or preparing meals, but don’t need 24/7 medical care, assisted living is a great option. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, assisted living in Rocky Mount will cost seniors an average of $4,270 a month, which is about $500 more expensive than the North Carolina average.

This guide looks at assisted living costs in Rocky Mount and nearby cities and offers an overview of some of the benefits and drawbacks of living in Rocky Mount. Additionally, several available free resources that seniors in the area should find useful have been provided at the end of this guide.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Rocky Mount

Assisted living facilities in North Carolina are regulated by the state’s Department Of Health And Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation. The division conducts regular inspections to ensure long-term care facilities follow these rules. Reports on these inspections are available on the division’s website.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Rocky Mount

  • Rocky Mount has a very favorable cost of living, about 24 points below the national average. However, the cost of healthcare is about four points above the national average.
  • The city’s climate is relatively comfortable, which is a bonus for a lot of seniors. It scores a 7.5/10 on the Best Places Comfort Index; however, it receives about seven more inches of rain than the national average of 38 each year. Rocky Mount’s average winter only sees only 2 inches of snow per year.
  • Most physicians who work in Rocky Mount are registered with Medicare and several hospitals are within proximity, including Nash General Hospital. 
  • Crime is a problem in Rocky Mount. The violent crime and property crime rates are considerably higher than the national averages. Fortunately, seniors don’t need to worry. Assisted living facilities usually offer 24/7 security to keep residents safe.
  • North Carolina exempts social security income benefits from state income taxes. If seniors have other forms of retirement income such as 401(k)s or pension plans, North Carolina taxes these different sources of income at a flat rate of 5.25%
  • Transportation for seniors is available through the Nash County government. For seniors who cannot drive or who have no vehicle, Tar River Transit will provide transportation to local senior centers and medical appointments within the county.

Paying for Assisted Living in Rocky Mount

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, seniors will pay an average of $4,270 a month for assisted living in Rocky Mount. That’s almost $500 more a month than the state average of $3,800. However, it’s $30 a month less expensive than the national average of $4,300.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Rocky Mount has a low cost of assisted living for eastern North Carolina. Greensboro is about $230 a month more expensive at $4,509 a month. Raleigh, the state capital, is almost $500 more expensive at $4,800. Charlotte, the state’s largest city, averages $4,649, while Wilmington, which is close to the popular tourist centers of North Carolina, averages $5,877, making it approximately $1,600 per month more expensive than Rocky Mount.

Rocky Mount

$4,270

North Carolina

$3,800

The United States

$4,300

Greensboro

$4,509

Charlotte

$4,649

Raleigh

$4,800

Wilmington

$5,877

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors have a choice of care options in Rocky Mount. The cost of assisted living compares favorably to the other options. Home care averages $3,432 a month. Home health care, like home care but includes medical services, is approximately $90 a month more expensive at $3,527. Adult daycare is the least costly option at $899 a month, while a semiprivate room in a nursing home facility is the most expensive option at $6,083 a month.

Homemaker Services

$3,432

Home Health Aide

$3,527

Adult Day Health Care

$899

Assisted Living Facility

$4,270

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,083

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Rocky Mount

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

Financial Assistance in North Carolina

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Rocky Mount

Numerous resources exist for seniors in Rocky Mount, regardless of their income. Some of these resources will protect them from abuse when living in an assisted living facility. At the same time, other seniors will find help reducing costs associated with staying in long-term care.

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Long-Term Care Ombudsman(919) 855-3400Long-term care ombudsmen in Nash County investigate complaints of abuse made by seniors or caregivers about long-term care facilities. Once the ombudsmen complete their investigations, they work with the senior and the facility to resolve the issue. Long-term care ombudsmen can also help seniors find an appropriate assisted living facility.
North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA)(844) 624-8387Veterans and their dependents work with the DMVA to find benefits on the local, state or federal level. The DMVA also offers housing assistance, including providing four veterans homes for senior vets who need assisted living. Even if there are no openings in the state facilities, the DMVA will help seniors find a place in other assisted living facilities.
North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services(800) 662-7030The department's mission is to provide seniors in North Carolina with information about long-term care and other helpful resources. The department can provide financial assistance to help low-income seniors pay for room and board in long-term care societies. The division also coordinates the various Area Agencies on Aging located throughout North Carolina.
Senior Services Nash County(252) 459-7681Senior Services in Nash County provide numerous resources for older adults living in the area. These resources include transportation, caregiver services (including respite vouchers when funds are available), support groups, senior centers and at-home and congregant nutrition services.
The Rocky Mount Senior Center(252) 972-1152Seniors aged 50 and older who live in Rocky Mount can join the Rocky Mount Senior Center. The center's fitness classes are free, including water aerobics and line dancing. There is also an indoor pool, a gymnasium, a multipurpose room with a kitchen, a library and a game room. Seniors will also find a computer lab equipped with eight computers and staff to help them learn how to use them.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Rocky Mount

Rocky Mount-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in North Carolina

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Beverly

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills

My mother was at The Landings of Rocky Mount Mills up until three weeks ago. She's not there anymore. The place was wonderful. What I liked best about the community is it's very clean and they have...

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Carolyn

I visited this facility

Review of Navion of Rocky Mount

I liked them. The staff that I met was friendly and caring. I liked the way that when they come around, they give the residents their private time. They were good team members. I also liked that...

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Carolyn

I visited this facility

Review of Heritage Retirement Center

Heritage Retirement Center was nice and quiet. Most of the staff that I met during the tour were friendly, but they didn't seem to be too professional. I was also surprised that they didn't have...

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