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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mills River, NC

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for assisted living in Mills River, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Mills River or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Mills River.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Mills River for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 22 assisted living facilities in the Mills River area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Asheville, Hendersonville or Woodland Hills.

Mills River Assisted Living Facilities | 147 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Assisted Living in Mills River, NC
Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park in Hendersonville, NC
4.8

I would highly recommend this community. For the money and cost they are the best community around this area for your loved ones. They have activities like games, movie night, church services and more for the residents.

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0

My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new room he did not get along with his roommate and due to issues with him and the staff not assisting he is no longer living at this community.

Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville
4.4

I think you need to peek in at different times. When we visited, it looked like a beautiful place, with nobody in wheelchairs sitting around. But there are actually a lot of low functioning people there, not a lot of people you can have conversations with. So I don't think I would recommend for people who are higher functioning because they're not going to have the stimulation from other residents. But I think the staff tried to be very helpful during a stressful time and situation. The facility looked clean. The rooms are little outdated, especially the bathrooms, which are small. The sinks were pedestals, so there wasn't much counter space. But they did have stand-up showers with benches.

The Landings of Mills River

4143 Haywood Rd, Mills River, NC 28759

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2 reviews

My loved one is a resident at this facility and it has been great!

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Brookdale Asheville Overlook

308 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.5
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33 reviews

I would recommend to others. No facility is perfect but I'm very pleased overall. Management and health and wellness director very responsive to our needs.

Provides: Assisted Living
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A Nature Lover’s DreamTucked amidst the natural beauty of Asheville, North Carolina, it’s no surprise the new neighbors at your assisted living community are eager to adventure in the great outdoors. You’ll feel right at home as you soak up the sunshine and scenic views on the expansive...

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TerraBella Hendersonville

3851 Howard Gap Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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8.4
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40 reviews

The staff had been very helpful in our preparation for my wife to move into the facility. They were very attentive and helpful on the move in date. They have done everything possible to get her settled and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Just 30 minutes from Asheville, in the footprint of the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, Terrabella Hendersonville offers residents a warm, relaxing living environment near beautiful views, historic sites, shopping, dining and medical services. Senior residents enjoy our assisted living...

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Trinity View Retirement Community

2533 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC 28704

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7.8
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13 reviews

I would highly recommend Trinity View Retirement Community to others. They have great staff who are accommodating with everything. The food has not been what my loved one likes. Otherwise, the experience has...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Heather Glen Assisted Living

103 Appalachian Blvd, Arden, NC 28704

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.5
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8 reviews

I would recommend it for a family style type of living. I liked it because it was small and similar to how my mom's personality is. I really like the staff

Provides: Assisted Living

Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park

1825 Pisgah Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28791

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13 reviews

Everyone has been very kind to my mom. I just wish they'd take more outside excursion with the residents - since mom is totally wheelchair bound I can't take her anywhere myself. But otherwise no complaints....

Provides: Assisted Living
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Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park is located at the southern edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains and was incorporated on October 2004. This Navion Senior Solutions facility offers both Independent and Assisted living, Carolina Reserve of Laurel Park offers the wonderful services that have made us the...

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Carolina Reserve of Hendersonville

1820 Pisgah Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28791

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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7.0
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25 reviews

I found the staff to be very helpful when needed. The one item that I had an issue with, was my Uncle was placed in the Memory Care Unit as he failed their test by one question. I spoke to the Administrator...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Why opt for nursing home care when your needs can be met at our beautiful assisted living community in Western North Carolina? At Carolina Reserve, we accept a higher level of care than most realize – and our residents age in place without the need to move to a skilled nursing facility in the...

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Cherry Springs Village

358 Clear Creek Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

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3 reviews

The entry process was smooth and easy. The Executive Director, the Business Manager, and the Head Nurse were superb and each answered all of our questions with a smile and get it done attirude. The...

Provides: Assisted Living

Cherry Springs Village is an assisted living community located in Hendersonville, NC. Hendersonville is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is the perfect mountain getaway. Cherry Springs Village combines the comforts of home with security of knowing there's always a helping hand. It's a...

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Cherry Springs Village

358 Clear Creek Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

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3 reviews

The entry process was smooth and easy. The Executive Director, the Business Manager, and the Head Nurse were superb and each answered all of our questions with a smile and get it done attirude. The...

Provides: Assisted Living

Cherry Springs Village is an assisted living community located in Hendersonville, NC. Hendersonville is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is the perfect mountain getaway. Cherry Springs Village combines the comforts of home with security of knowing there's always a helping hand. It's a...

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Henderson's Assisted Living

76 Lotus Lane, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Provides: Assisted Living

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Henderson's Assisted Living

76 Lotus Lane, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Provides: Assisted Living

Winchester House #1

1744 Meadowbrook Terrace, Hendersonville, NC 28793

Provides: Assisted Living

Winchester House #1

1744 Meadowbrook Terrace, Hendersonville, NC 28793

Provides: Assisted Living

Blue Ridge Retirement

919 Ninth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Provides: Assisted Living

Blue Ridge Retirement

919 Ninth Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Provides: Assisted Living

The Gardens of Hendersonville

1000 W Allen St, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Provides: Assisted Living

The Gardens of Hendersonville

1000 W Allen St, Hendersonville, NC 28739

Provides: Assisted Living

Carolina Village - CCRC

600 Carolina Village Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Lake Pointe Landing Retirement

333 Thompson St, Hendersonville, NC 28792

1.0
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2 reviews

This place is gorgeous and we really liked it. The staff was good to us and they were very knowledgeable about the community. The place is so fancy that when you walk in you think that you are walking into...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Sunnybrook Assisted Living

306 Spring St, Hendersonville, NC 28739

1 review
Provides: Assisted Living

Givens Highland Farms

2360 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

2 reviews

The entire property is beautiful with many living options, from owning a house or condo. The inside of the main building offers the residence the opportunity to many features, such as an indoor pool, a...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living

Deerfield Episcopal Retirement

1617 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

2 reviews

It was extremely nice but it was way too expensive, but that was assisted living and she's not needing assisted living yet. It looked brand new. They had a state of the art gym, an elegant dining room, an indoor wading pool for water aerobics. It was...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Cost of assisted living in Mills River, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mills River is 4,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maggie Valley, NC with an average of 3,097 per month.

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What is assisted living?

Assisted living is long-term care for seniors who are generally active and independent, but who require increased supervision and help with some daily tasks. Staff can assist residents with activities of daily living like dressing, bathing, and medication management. Assisted living is also a good option for seniors seeking more socialization. Services and amenities in assisted living facilities often include:

  • Housekeeping
  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Help with personal care
  • Laundry
  • Social activities and outings
  • 24-hour emergency response
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Mills River, North Carolina

Assisted Living

An assisted living community is a residential community which provides supervision, care, and support to medically stable individuals who are not in need of skilled nursing services. The services offered often include support with activities of daily living. Occupants may be kept under monitoring and assessment. In some instances, communities may offer Alzheimer’s care, hospice, or respite. In North Carolina, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $66,000 . North Carolina has specific statutes associated with this kind of community.

Demographics and Values

Based on gender, 52.5% are male and 47.5% are female. The median age of Mills River is 45 years old. Demographically, Mills River is 1.3% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.1% mixed race, 0.1% other or not specified, 92.6% white, 2.1% black, 2.3% Hispanic, and 0.8% Native American. In Mills River, 9.6% of the people are veterans. In Mills River, 5.5% are widows, 14.2% have some form of disability, 7.7% live in poverty, and 8.3% do not have health insurance. Mills River has a population density of 126 people per square mile. Currently, the population of Mills River consists of 7,294 people. In terms of education, 26.0% have a high-school diploma, 31.9% have a college degree, and 11.0% have a graduate degree.

Cost of Living

Cost of living can be the big influence in determining what destination fits best. The rent burden for Mills River is around 13.9% of the average person’s monthly income. Mills River has a median home value of around $213,993 and the median cost of rent is about $807 per month per month.

State Information

An overview of North Carolina

Overall, North Carolina ranks 18th in quality of life and 30th in healthcare compared to other US states. The natural beauty of North Carolina is ranked 36th in the nation. The state of North Carolina has 123 hospitals and 236 health centers, providing care to a population of 10,497,679. Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce, Atrium Health Kings Mountain, and The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital are among the top three highest ranked hospitals in the state. Out of a national average of 100, North Carolina has a cost of living index rating of 94, a grocery index rating of 97, and a housing index rating of 83.

Social demographics of the state

The state of North Carolina ranks 20th in the country for diversity. The median age in the state is 39, and 29% of the population is over the age of 55. In North Carolina, 39% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 15,737 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-35%, Mainline Protestant-19%, and Historically Black Protestant-12%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-<1%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In North Carolina there are 635 masonic lodges. In the most recent presidential election, 50% of North Carolina residents voted Republican and 46% voted Democrat.

State-wide weather information

During the winter, the average temperature in North Carolina drops to around 41F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 62F during the month of December. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 19F during the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in North Carolina is around 76F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 92F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 53F during the month of June. On average, the humidity rating for North Carolina is around 71%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of August at around 77%. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of July at around 9.06 inches. On average, the state receives 4.20 inches of precipitation a month. The average air quality index rating in North Carolina is 36.0 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of April with a rating of 45.3 AQI. While residents of North Carolina mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in North Carolina can include hurricanes, floods, and and earthquakes (moderate).

Wildlife to be found in North Carolina

The state of North Carolina has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of Dragon’s Mouth Orchid, Redbud, Yellow Passionflower, and Yellow Trout Lily. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the The American Black Bear, the Amberjack, the Nine-banded Armadillo, or the Red Wolf. The state animal of North Carolina is the The Squirrel.

Frequently asked questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Mars Hill Manor and The Springs at Simpsonville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mills River, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 22 assisted living facilities near Mills River, North Carolina. See the full list.

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