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Morningside of Wilmington
2744 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412
"It is going to be a week already that my mom has moved into Morningside of Wilmington. Compared to where she was in...
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$4,000
Assisted Living Communities in Wilmington, NC
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authentic reviews in Wilmington, NC below include 13 Assisted Living facilities with 118 reviews. On average in Wilmington, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Wilmington, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
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Spring Arbor of Wilmington
809 John D. Barry Dr., Wilmington, NC 28412
"I liked the staff and the set up of the rooms and dining hall of Spring Arbor. The marketing director was excellent. She...
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$4,676
Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe
2771 Compass Pointe South Wynd NE, Leland, NC 28451
"Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe was absolutely beautiful and the rooms were really big, but it's far from us. It's...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$3,995
Stonebridge Assisted Living & Memory Care
2778 Country Club Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443
"I had an in-person tour of Stonebridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. The staff seemed very caring, personable, and...
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$3,312
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TerraBella Southport
1125 E Leonard St, Southport, NC 28461
"Everything about it was excellent. It was well-decorated, and it had lots of choices for activities. They had facilities...
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$4,255
The Kempton At Brightmore of Wilmington
2298 South 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403
"Dad hasn’t been there very long at Brightmore of Wilmington, but we find them very receptive. We liked it very much and...
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The Commons At Brightmore
2320 41St Street, Wilmington, NC 28403
"The Brightmore was pretty good and I liked it. Their rooms really stood out to me. They also had activities and the...
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Cedar Cove Assisted Living
4200 Jasmine Cove Way, Wilmington, NC 28412
"The lighting at Cedar Cove Assisted Living was very dim. The halls were not as wide and they would not allow my dad to...
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New Hanover House
3915 Stedwick Court, Wilmington, NC 28412
"My brother moved to New Hanover House. So far, they are offering good pay. They're doing good. I have not tasted the...
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The Davis Community
1011 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411
"They seemed nice enough at Davis, and the facilities were as nice. My husband had been there once before when he had a...
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Champions Assisted Living
1011 Porters Neck Road, Wilmington, NC 28411
"I don't think there was anything I liked about Champions Assisted Living. It was empty and dreary. There was nobody...
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Leland House
1935 Lincoln Road NE, Leland, NC 28451
"I would say it was a fairly good experience. I was visiting my grandpa and it was first visit there. The facility seemed...
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The Landings of Oak Island
2910 Pine Plantation Pkwy, Bolivia, NC 28461
"The Landings of Oak Island assisted living and the facilities there were gorgeous. The director, as well as the...
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Antonio
5.0
Review of The Commons At Brightmore
The nursing staff under LaTanya is very helpful, responsive, in making sure the residents feel safe and cared for. The administrative staff under Kelly are very nice and very professional. They...
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Nancy
5.0
Review of The Commons At Brightmore
My mother has been at The Commons Assisted Living in Brightmore for six months due to a fall at home that left her unable to care for herself. It has been a period of adjustment for her since she...
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Tracy
4.0
Review of Spring Arbor of Wilmington
My husband moved into Spring Arbor of Wilmington. His apartment, they call it a privacy suite. There are two small bedrooms next to each other, but separated. And then there's a sitting area, and...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Wilmington, NC and Nearby Cities
Assisted living expenses exceed the state's norm by $1,760 in Wilmington, according to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Prices remain similar in several nearby cities, such as Goldsboro, where care costs $7,492 per month. Seniors looking to stretch their budgets further save about $4,779 by moving to Fayetteville. However, care also costs more in certain locations. Notably, seniors pay approximately $1,074 more for assisted living in Burlington.
Wilmington
$7,529
North Carolina
$5,769
The United States
$5,350
Goldsboro
$7,492
Fayetteville
$2,750
Burlington
$8,603
Paying for Assisted Living in Wilmington
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Wilmington
Seniors in Wilmington can explore their eligibility to one state-run program that can help with assisted living expenses. The state’s Medicaid program provides monthly payments for personal care in adult care homes. Eligibility is income based, and the amount the senior receives per month depends on income level.
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 Wilmington, NC
The cost of assisted living exceeds that of most other types of care in Wilmington. While offering similar support, home care costs $2,000 less per month. However, seniors cut monthly expenses more significantly by utilizing adult day health care, which costs only $1,354. Retirees also acquire medical support through semi-private nursing home accommodations for just $1,170 more than assisted living, reflecting Wilmington's disproportionately high assisted living expenses.
In-Home Care
$5,529
Adult Day Health Care
$1,354
Assisted Living Facility
$7,529
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,699
Free Assisted Living Resources in Wilmington
Several organizations offer assistance and free services to seniors in and around the Wilmington area. Services provided to older adults in assisted living settings include assistance with transportation, socializing opportunities and educational classes.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| New Hanover County Senior Resource Center | (910) 798-6400 | The Senior Resource Center offers services to older adults that encourage independence and wellness. Its recreation center provides exercise and wellness classes, while its volunteer program offers opportunities for seniors to get involved in the community with foster grandparenting and meal delivery. The center also arranges transportation for seniors for medical appointments and monthly shopping. It also provides a host of additional programs, including arts and crafts classes, games, education on aging issues and a long-term care ombudsman program. |
| Area Agency on Aging Cape Fear Council of Governments | (910) 274-0339 | The Area Agency on Aging Cape Fear Council of Governments is mandated by the Older Americans Act to plan and offer aging services to the North Carolina region. It aims to support the independence and dignity of seniors through planning for their future needs in collaboration with regional leaders and consumers. |
| NCDHHS Aging and Adult Services | (919) 855-3400 | The Division of Aging and Adult Services promotes and works to enhance the quality of life of local seniors. It develops quality programs and services to serve seniors, providing training through the social services department in the county. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Wilmington
Wilmington-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.
