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809 John D. Barry Dr., Wilmington, NC 28412
4.0
(11 reviews)
"Spring Arbor is in an excellent part of town; it was very clean and very professional. The staff was extremely nice, friendly, and professional. It was a little higher priced than some of the others. ..."
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2744 South 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412
4.0
(20 reviews)
"Had my mom there for a year before we moved her to a memory care as her condition worsened.However it was the perfect place for her in this season of her life.We had a .Great experience-the staff was both professional and personable.The job these fo..."
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1011 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411
4.6
(6 reviews)
"I like the fact that The Davis Community is a little bit lower in price than the other places we looked at. They have a really beautiful facility, and my dad is happy there. I had a meal there, and it was very good. They served salad like romaine let..."
READ MORE2320 41St Street, Wilmington, NC 28403
3.7
(15 reviews)
"I am so thankful my Mom and I landed at The Commons at Brightmore. She has been living in Paraklay Way for about 2 years, but was a resident in two other units prior to this last move. As Mom's cognitive status has changed, the staff has gently ada..."
READ MORE3915 Stedwick Court, Wilmington, NC 28412
3.1
(6 reviews)
"My Mother has been in the assisted living side for 4 months & she is doing very well. She has companionship she did not have at home alone. The staff are very good to her. There are alot of activities daily. This is a small community with works well ..."
READ MORE2298 South 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Dad hasn’t been there very long at Brightmore of Wilmington, but we find them very receptive. We liked it very much and we are very pleased. I like the overall philosophy of the care that is given there. The staff has been wonderful. They have all th..."
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4200 Jasmine Cove Way, Wilmington, NC 28412
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The lighting at Cedar Cove Assisted Living was very dim. The halls were not as wide and they would not allow my dad to have his scooter there, which would have been an issue with the length of walk that he had to do to get to the dining room. Other t..."
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1011 Porters Neck Road, Wilmington, NC 28411
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I don't think there was anything I liked about Champions Assisted Living. It was empty and dreary. There was nobody anywhere. It was a hodgepodge. There were three floors, but you couldn't get to the third floor unless you went down to the second flo..."
READ MORE501 S 15th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
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2771 Compass Pointe South Wynd NE, Leland, NC 28451
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe was a beautiful and brand-new facility. They have a very large apartment. It's very impressive. The dining area was substantial and it felt like an upscale hotel. I had nothing negative to say about it. It's just the p..."
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1125 E Leonard St, Southport, NC 28461
4.5
(21 reviews)
"We had a lovely tour at TerraBella Southport. It was very quaint. As a smaller facility, it felt very home-like. It was well appointed as they refurbished it in the past year or two. So, it was very clean. It was also cozy. The apartments had a large..."
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2778 Country Club Drive, Hampstead, NC 28443
4.3
(16 reviews)
"My wife moved to Stonebridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was very family-oriented. It's adequate. They allow them to do anything they want within their environment, you can dress up or do whatever you need to do. They cook fresh every day. They..."
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2910 Pine Plantation Pkwy, Bolivia, NC 28461
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My wife has been at the Landings for the past 10 months. And I have been there for hours almost every day during this period. As such, I've had a bird's eye view of the facility, the procedures and most importantly the care my wife has received fro..."
READ MORE311 S CAMPBELL ST, Burgaw, NC 28425
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband is at The Laurels of Pender. It is close by. It's the only one in Burgaw, really. He's had several operations on his leg. His last one didn't take that well and I cannot wait on him at home. He also has to go dialysis three times a week, a..."
READ MORE1935 Lincoln Road NE, Leland, NC 28451
2.9
(11 reviews)
"My father is at Leland House. They seem to be a caring bunch of people. It's a smaller facility. The staff is very friendly. He's in the memory care locked down facility. There are two people to a room and they have their own bathroom and cable TV in..."
READ MORE400 Goldsboro Ave, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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READ MOREPo Box # 1309, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
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READ MOREPo Box # 157, Holly Ridge, NC 28445
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READ MOREAssisted 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
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.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
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
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. |
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.
Assisted Living
Beverly
4.0
Review of New Hanover House
My brother moved to New Hanover House. So far, they are offering good pay. They're doing good. I have not tasted the food, but I asked my brother and he said, the food was good. As for the value...
Assisted Living
BartW
5.0
Review of Morningside of Wilmington
Had my mom there for a year before we moved her to a memory care as her condition worsened.However it was the perfect place for her in this season of her life.We had a .Great experience-the staff...
Provider response
Thank you for your heartfelt review Bart. We're glad to hear that Morningside of Wilmington was the perfect place for your mom during that time. Our team takes pride in providing professional and...
Assisted Living
JB
1.0
Review of The Commons At Brightmore
The rooms were poorly maintained and not clean. The entire wing smelled of urine. Chronic understaffing led to decreased patient care. They did the bare minimum and it showed on every level. Staff...
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