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Senior Care in North Carolina

Explore licensed senior care options across 365 cities in North Carolina. Compare 3,718 verified provider listings, review local cost benchmarks, and find comprehensive care planning guides.

Senior Care in North Carolina — Family Care Guide

North Carolina Senior Care Cost Report

Median assisted living: $6,496/mo. View statewide pricing comparisons, top 10 city benchmarks, and national medians.

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Key Takeaways: Senior Care in North Carolina

Directory Scope
3,718 Providers

Verified across 365 cities as of September 2026

Assisted Living Median
$6,496/mo

CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey

In-Home Care Median
$30/hr

Home health aide hourly rate

Nursing Home Median
$129,576/yr

Private room annual baseline

Licensing Authority: North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services regulates and inspects residential care homes and facilities.
Medicaid Assistance: Supported through the Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA) for eligible seniors.

North Carolina Senior Care Cost Benchmarks

Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey (published March 2026)

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Care Type North Carolina Median Annualized Estimate
Assisted Living Facility $6,496/mo $77,952/yr
Memory Care (Estimated) $8,120/mo $97,440/yr
In-Home Care (Home Health Aide) $30/hr $68,640/yr (44 hrs/wk)
Homemaker Services No data available No data available
Nursing Home (Private Room) $10,798/mo $129,576/yr
Adult Day Health Care $85/day $21,250/yr (5 days/wk)

North Carolina Medicaid & State Regulation

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Understanding state regulations and financial assistance programs helps families make informed, secure long-term care placements across North Carolina.

State Licensing Agency

Senior care facilities and memory care homes are licensed and inspected by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

Regular inspections assess staffing ratios, medication administration, sanitation, and resident safety rights.

Medicaid HCBS Waiver

Financial assistance for home care and supportive residential living is provided through the Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA).

Medicaid waivers fund therapeutic and personal care services, though room and board costs typically require private pay.

Cities in North Carolina

Verified provider directory inventory as of September 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many licensed senior care facilities operate in North Carolina?

The families.care verified directory tracks 3,718 licensed senior care providers across 365 cities in North Carolina as of September 2026. This includes assisted living communities, dedicated memory care facilities, skilled nursing homes, and licensed home health agencies.

What is the cost of senior living in North Carolina?

The CareScout 2025 survey reports median assisted living in North Carolina is $6,496 per month. In-home care aides average $30 per hour, and nursing homes average $129,576 annually for private rooms.

Who regulates assisted living and nursing homes in North Carolina?

Senior living facilities in North Carolina are regulated and inspected by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Inspection reports, safety audits, and violation records are public records that families should consult prior to admission.

Can North Carolina Medicaid help pay for senior care?

Yes. In North Carolina, Medicaid covers skilled nursing home care for medically and financially qualified individuals. For seniors seeking home or community care, North Carolina provides Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers, such as the Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP/DA). These programs help cover personal care and supportive services.

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How we research and verify this information

Our team compiles this listing from public records and provider data, and reviews it against authoritative sources. Read our editorial standards and research methodology.

Editorial review by John Richie, Senior Care Research Editor.