Assisted Living in North Carolina

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North Carolina has watched an influx of the state’s population move from the rural communities into the larger cities. The choices for creating assisted-living housing units have increased because of lower property values. Over the next few years, many health care developers will be busy preparing assisted living quarters. There will be an increasing number of seniors looking for country retirement locations. The estimated number of senior retirees nationally will double over the next decade.

The drop of workers outside of large industrial centers is because of many jobs moving overseas. Nearly all employment in the small towns became dependent on furniture factories and textile mills. This retreat from rural North Carolina has created opportunities for retiring seniors seeking low-cost pleasant communities.

Although the larger cities like Charlotte, Raleigh the state capital, Greensboro, and Winston-Salem do have high quality health care centers, the costs for these facilities are higher owing to their locations. The amenities and public attractions might be more to some seniors' liking for an assisted living care location. It will be a personal decision based on the requirements of care needed and health solutions offered in these larger metro areas.

Charlotte is the most romantic and historical town in North Carolina. Its cultural attractions and events can offer many added incentives for seniors seeking assisted living centers with plenty of entertainment avenues. Charlotte also offers a trolley line and 76 bus and shuttle routes serving Charlotte and its local surrounding cities. If public transit is a concern for seniors, this area might be more attractive.

North Carolina has plenty of vacation locations and recreational activities throughout the state. From swimming or beach combing at the Atlantic Ocean coastline, to skiing, hiking, and camping in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Outer Banks contain several visiting pleasures at Kitty Hawk or a stroll down the beach at Cape Hatteras National Seashore with a view that goes forever.

North Carolina cost of living is in line with the rest of the country. Income tax rates go from 6.0% to 8.25%, and the state sales tax is 7.75%. Assisted living typical costs are $31.950 annually or $2,662 a month. County Departments of Social Services monitor adult care homes at least, every other month. Nursing home typical costs are $68,473 annually with a $187 a day depending on care needed. The Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Facility Services licenses adult care homes.

The current estimate of North Carolina seniors is 1.2 million. Those looking for assisted living or nurse care facilities will find services that match their wishes and health requirements in The Tar Heel State. The winters are mild with moderate temperatures in the summer.  Winston-Salem is the birthplace of the Krispy Kreme Donuts, how can you go wrong with North Carolina.