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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care in Winston-Salem costs about $1,140 more per month than the state average price. It’s also $528 more expensive than the national median. Within North Carolina, Winston-Salem’s memory care costs are relatively high. Seniors in Raleigh pay more, at about $6,735 per month. In Jacksonville, the same type of care costs about $4,500. Some of the lowest memory care costs in the state can be found in Goldsboro, where seniors pay $2,778 less than those in Winston-Salem. 

Winston-Salem

$6,153

North Carolina

$5,013

The United States

$5,625

Goldsboro

$3,375

Raleigh

$6,735

Jacksonville

$4,500

Paying for Memory Care in Winston Salem

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we’ve estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

In Winston-Salem, memory care costs an average of $6,153 per month, although actual prices vary depending on the location. 

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Winston Salem

In Winston Salem there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in North Carolina page.

More ways to pay for memory care in NC

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in North Carolina page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to memory care, which costs $6,153 in Winston-Salem, assisted living costs $1,630 less. Homemaker and home health aide services are also more affordable choices, averaging $3,909. Adult day health care is the most cost-effective option, at $1,354 per month. Nursing homes offer the most expensive type of long-term care in Winston-Salem, costing $8,197 per month for a semiprivate room and $9,125 for a private room. 

Memory Care

$6,153

In-Home Care

$3,909

Home Health Care

$3,909

Adult Day Health Care

$1,354

Assisted Living Facility

$4,923

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,197

Free Memory Care Resources in Winston Salem

Seniors with memory loss can take advantage of a wide range of dementia-focused resources in Winston-Salem. They provide direct assistance, free education and tools to help maintain cognitive health. To learn more about a service, click on its link. 

ResourceContactService
Piedmont Triad Regional Council Area Agency on Aging(336) 904-0300This local Area Agency on Aging provides advocacy and education to older adults. Its Long-Term Care Ombudsman helps residents of memory care communities resolve concerns about their care, and its Age Well programs help seniors effectively manage their chronic health conditions.
Memory Makers Café

(336) 718-2101Each month, this memory café provides a place for people with dementia and their family members to gather, socialize and learn. It provides different activities designed to stimulate the memory and senses.
Alzheimer's Association Western Carolina Chapter

(800) 272-3900In addition to a toll-free helpline offering 24-hour guidance, this organization maintains a robust library of information about dementia. People with memory loss can learn more about their conditions, how they may progress and how to maintain one's physical and cognitive health after a diagnosis.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Winston Salem

In Winston-Salem, memory care facilities are licensed by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. This governmental body upholds the welfare of long-term care residents through regular inspections and strict training standards for staff. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Winston Salem

  • The overall cost of living in Winston-Salem is 18.7% lower than the U.S. average. It’s also about 10% lower than the state average cost. Transportation, health care and housing costs are all cheaper than the norm. 
  • Winston-Salem gets seven more inches of rain per year than the U.S. median of 38 inches. However, the city gets only six inches of snow compared to the nation’s 28. The city also gets more sunny days than average, at 216 compared to 205. 
  • As part of Forsyth County, Winston-Salem is part of the AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly Communities. This means that the whole county is committed to improving the livability of seniors. 
  • Health care is relatively easily accessible in Winston-Salem compared to many cities in the nation; the city has 344 physicians per 100,000 people compared to the U.S. average of 210 per 100,000. 
  • Winston-Salem is home to some of the state and nation’s top-rated hospitals. These include the Novant Health Medical Park Hospital, which has been recognized for excellence in stroke and heart attack care. 
  • Rates of violent crime are 12 points above the U.S. average of 22.7 points, and property crime rates are more than double the national average of 35.4. Residents of senior care communities can take advantage of specialized security measures. 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Winston Salem

Winston Salem Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Kimberly

I visited this facility

Review of Forest Heights Senior Living Community

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...

Provider response

Kimberly, thank you for your kind words about the team at Forest Heights Senior Living Community. We’re so glad to hear that you had a positive experience during your visit. While we're sorry we...

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Memory Care

Maria

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

Review of Brookdale Winston-Salem

My mom has been at Brookdale Winston-Salem for two weeks now. What I like the most about them is that it is a small facility. They don't have a lot of patients, so the patient-to-staff ratio is...

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Memory Care

Maria

I visited this facility

Review of Harmony at Brookberry Farm

Harmony at Brookberry Farm seemed very institutional. The person who was the representative didn't seem to know a lot of the answers that I wanted. It was more about trying to sell me a product...

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