Located in central Forsyth County, Winston-Salem serves as part of the Piedmont region and has 16 assisted living communities. These residences and the 59 facilities that operate out of nearby cities charge around $6,200 per month in 2024. This rate exceeds state and national norms by several hundred dollars.
By reading through our directory’s 590 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities throughout the Winston-Salem region, you can learn more about the amenities available. On average, reviewers give local residential care communities a 4.1 out of 5 stars-star rating.
CARING STARS WINNER
2601 Reynolds Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
4.2
(35 reviews)
"We went up and toured Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem. We liked it. We were very, very pleased with what we saw in the facility. The gentleman said it was an older building, but it looked modern and everything in it was nice. It is as well as we ex..."
$4,955
5416 Hundley Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
4.3
(13 reviews)
"I toured Harmony at Brookberry Farm. It's a relatively new place. It's very clean and well-kept, and I had a good tour. The washer and dryer were nice, and it's in the bathroom, but I would not need a new kitchen. They only give you one meal, so I di..."
$3,570
2980 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
3.9
(27 reviews)
"I saw Brookdale Reynolda Road through the eyes of my neighbor. She's 99 years old. There were an awful lot of people who were elderly and who were no longer in their activity level. Most of the people were in wheelchairs, and so I thought it was not ..."
$3,155
2609 Old Salisbury Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Very Blessed to have such a loving and caring STAFF that truely put the Resident’s First by knowing each one of them and truely loving them. This is just not a job they do. It takes Special Individuals to do this kind of work and each and everyone of..."
$3,685
1240 Arbor Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
4.8
(14 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Arbor Acres. Her experience overall appears to be pretty positive. Her room is clean, and the staff is personable and helpful...."
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PROMOTION!
3812 Forrestgate Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
4.3
(21 reviews)
"I toured Heritage Woods, and it's very nice. Everybody was very nice and helpful. I've eaten there before with my sister-in-law when she was there, and the food was good. I looked at a studio apartment and also a one-bedroom apartment. I liked the on..."
$2,395
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3250 Homestead Club Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
4.1
(30 reviews)
"I went and looked at Homestead Hills, and all the employees were extremely nice and very supportive. They were very caring, attentive, and answered all questions. The facility was very clean. They were extremely helpful, and they even followed up...."
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2500 Polo Ridge Court, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
3.5
(31 reviews)
"The staff at Forest Heights Senior Living Community was just unbelievably friendly when we were there. Not just the people we were meeting with, but the people that just saw us in the hallways that greeted us. They spent a lot of time with us and we ..."
$3,147
3150 Burke Mill Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I got tired of trying to find another place for my son. Everybody had a reason. Sometimes it was about the insurance because his insurance didn't apply to them. So I just had to keep looking until I found somebody that would take him and his insuranc..."
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1345 Jonestown Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
3.7
(9 reviews)
"My mother lives at South Fork assisted living and she really likes it. She gets excellent care including dressing and bathing. Her laundry and travel services are also provided to her at no extra charge. She is quite fond of their many activities as ..."
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178 S. Peace Haven Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I went from being an only child to being the caregiver for my 91 year old mother. That process was daunting, scary, emotional, confusing and overwhelming. Kimberly of Peace Haven Assisted Living (PHAL) took the edge off of that process and facilita..."
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2560 Willard Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
3.7
(4 reviews)
"The staff is so loving and kind to my 91 year old mother! They go the extra mile for her and she knows they really care about her.! It makes me cry with joy when I see how they kiss her and tell her they love her and she tells them that she loves ..."
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1635 East 5Th Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
3.0
(3 reviews)
"The rooms are large and facility is clean and well kept. They do the residents laundry and the staff are well prepared and professional and friendly! My sister is actually loved and well cared for..They do activities and during Covid-19 they have pr..."
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5100 Lansing Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
4.0
(1 reviews)
"This facility is only minutes away from a golf course... I noticed this while driving past it on the way to visit the facility so I know that this must be one of the amenities on the list of the facility right? I pulled into a great parking spot so ..."
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120 Cotton Cross Dr., Lexington, NC 27292
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I toured Mary's House Family Care Home. It was wonderful. It's like a home. I was very impressed with the inside. It was clean and very welcoming. I was impressed with the layout of the home. I think there were only two patients, and the staff said t..."
$6,000
411 Windmill Street, Walnut Cove, NC 27052
5.0
(6 reviews)
"We were very impressed with Walnut Ridge Assisted Living. The person who gave us the tour and the other personnel, the executive directors, were just great with us in answering all of our questions. Even though we were not able to place Mom there, th..."
$4,995
6441 Holder Road, Clemmons, NC 27012
4.7
(19 reviews)
"When we went on tour at Clemmons Village II, they had private rooms and a room for a double. It was organized. The staff was cordial. They do daily activities. They have like movie nights, bingo, and stuff like that, so that seems to be interesting. ..."
$3,935
1294 Priddy Road, King, NC 27021
4.7
(10 reviews)
"Priddy Manor Assisted Living was very nice and new, but it was more expensive compared to the other places we toured. The rooms were nice. The residents decorated their own rooms. The staff was very nice and very informative. The dining area looked v..."
$5,185
801 Meadowood St, Greensboro, NC 27409
4.5
(45 reviews)
"My Father was in their Assisted Living unit. Our family was very happy with the care he received. The Med Techs and Aides were very responsive and caring. Whenever Dad pushed his call button staff came quickly. The management was great with their com..."
$3,000
5125 Michaux Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
4.4
(17 reviews)
"Spring Arbor of Greensboro was very active. Some folks were gathered in different areas visiting, talking, or whatever. I liked the circular layout of the buildings, not just the assisted living, but also in memory care. Upkeep and maintenance were e..."
$5,110
Assisted Living
Dawn
3.0
Review of Grand Villa Assisted Living
I toured Grand Villa Assisted Living. They are doing a complete overhaul of the facility. I had a really good visit with them. They had a room available for my friend, and room was very spacious....
Assisted Living
Britt
5.0
Review of Brookdale Reynolda Road
I saw Brookdale Reynolda Road through the eyes of my neighbor. She's 99 years old. There were an awful lot of people who were elderly and who were no longer in their activity level. Most of the...
Assisted Living
Donald
5.0
Review of Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem
We went up and toured Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem. We liked it. We were very, very pleased with what we saw in the facility. The gentleman said it was an older building, but it looked modern...
Provider response
Donald, thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at Brighton Gardens of Winston-Salem. We're delighted to hear that you found our community to be modern and clean, and that...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living facilities in Winston-Salem charge about $6,200 per month, surpassing the North Carolina median of $5,769 and the national baseline rate of $5,350. However, local norms run moderately compared to fees in nearby cities. Costs trend lower in Durham at roughly $4,863, but fees in Burlington track higher at around $8,603.
Winston-Salem
$6,200
North Carolina
$5,769
United States
$5,350
Hickory
$5,725
Burlington
$8,603
Greensboro
$7,250
Durham
$4,863
The median cost of assisted living in Winston-Salem is $4,923 per month, which is well above the state and national averages. Rates may vary depending on the facility, floor plan and service package selected.
Eligible seniors who live in Winston Salem or in other cities in North Carolina can apply for funding to help pay for assisted living costs through one of two state-funded programs: Project C.A.R.E (Caregiver Alternatives to Running on Empty) or the State/County Special Assistance Program.
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.
Winston-Salem’s assisted living residents spend approximately $6,200 monthly, putting fees for residential support at the median of senior care solutions in the city. Home health care costs less at around $4,576, but nursing home residents pay substantially higher rates of about $8,593 for skilled nursing services in shared housing units.
Home Health Care
$4,576
Assisted Living Facility
$6,200
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,593
Seniors who are considering assisted living have access to a variety of resources to help them along the way. Government funding also supports senior recreation programs, volunteer organizations and counseling services, in addition to an array of other supports.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Triad Regional Council | (336) 904-0300 | The Piedmont Triad Regional Council is home to the Area Agency on Aging for seniors in Winston-Salem and 12 surrounding counties. It provides transportation, legal assistance and information about long-term care. Seniors also qualify for free passes to high school sports championships. |
| Senior Services Inc. | (336) 725-0907 | Senior Services Inc. has been serving older adults and family caregivers in Winston-Salem for nearly 60 years. Its helpline provides information and referrals for transportation, in-home care, recreational activities and community-based supports. Volunteer opportunities are available for seniors who want to deliver Meals on Wheels, mow lawns, complete paperwork or visit homebound residents. |
| Winston-Salem Recreation & Parks | (336) 727-2313 | Winston-Salem operates more than a dozen parks and community recreation centers that sponsor fun programs, such as yoga, tai chi and chair volleyball. Residents aged 50 or older can stay active and meet new friends by signing up for the Piedmont Plus Senior Games and Silver Arts competition. |
| LoveCDC RSVP | (336) 269-2762 | The Love Community Development Corporation sponsors this Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. It recruits adults aged 55 and older who have a desire to work with local organizations that help others. Volunteers are needed for home visits, friendly phone calls, elementary school tutoring and other initiatives. |
| The Shepherd's Center of Greater Winston-Salem | (336) 748-0217 | This interfaith ministry is a comprehensive resource for older adults in Winston-Salem and surrounding parts of Forsyth County. Active seniors can support peers through the Faith in Action Care Program. Vital Living provides healthy aging workshops and fitness classes to help older adults prevent and manage chronic diseases. |
Winston Salem Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.
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