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Wilmington resides along the historic Cape Fear River and near the Atlantic Coast, making it a stunning waterfront location for retirees. It offers an ideal balance between city and suburban life with enchanting attractions, daily conveniences, robust health care, and a range of nursing homes and senior care options. Nursing home is often used as an umbrella term for a variety of senior care facilities. However, a nursing home or skilled nursing facility is actually for individuals who need 24-hour medical supervision for serious medical conditions.
A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with standalone skilled nursing facilities, but we do partner with senior care facilities that may offer some nursing services. An assisted living or memory care facility might be more suitable for seniors who currently don’t need 24-hour skilled nursing services. These senior care facilities offer personal care, supportive services, accessible activities, and social programs to help seniors lead meaningful lives. The cost of a nursing home is approximately $7,148 per month in Wilmington. Assisted living averages $5,241 per month while memory care averages $5,365 per month in Wilmington.
Wilmington offers some great senior care facilities and nursing homes, including assisted living and memory care. This guide lets you navigate the options based on what matters most to your family: cost, care, amenities, and more. It also offers informative sections on Wilmington’s senior care facility costs, features, regulations, local payment resources, and senior-favored activities.
Types of care available in Wilmington, NC
The staff are very friendly and very adamant about their pandemic protocols. I would recommend the community to others. My friend one has not complained about the food. They have stopped activities due to the pandemic.
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. We have been provided visitor's kiosks to share family time in a safe mode with a window separation and wireless phone connections. We have a Make a Wish, program, a cute Village Market with all the trimmings located in our Commons Bldg.,a command center for immediate answers to our needs, and transportation provided for all medical appointment if necessary. We are so pleased to be a part of this happy family!
My mother lived at the Kempton for about a year and a half before she passed away unexpectedly in late [date removed]. She loved it there! They had lots of activities that she enjoyed and she made many new friends there. I always found the staff to be friendly & caring and the facility was always clean. Mom had some dementia and repeated herself alot but they always had patience with her. I would recommend it to anyone.
809 John D Barry Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412
We moved here and brought mom from another memory care unit. The administration and care staff have been very attentive to mom’s needs. The facility is clean and inviting. When we visit there have been some...
2744 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28412
The facility is lovely and clean. Artwork, decor, landscaping outside and courtyard beautifully maintained. Dining area with staff presentation very nice, professional. Food choices tasty and plentiful with...
Morningside of Wilmington is a beautiful, safe and friendly community offering spacious assisted living apartments and Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery program for people with Alzheimer’s or related dementias. All of these needs can be found in one comfortable, secure, and...
3501 Converse Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403
We chose Brookdale Wilmington because of the location, Admissions Mgr(she is no longer there now), care for patients with Dementia Very professional, friendly personnel. Only downfall is they are a VERY...
Great Care From an Industry LeaderMemory care shouldn’t have to mean giving up on a great quality of life. At our warm, comfortable community, we provide services that help seniors with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia thrive. We don’t settle for existing. Instead, our goal for each of our...
3915 Stedwick Ct, Wilmington, NC 28412
New Hanover House has been a wonderful transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living. The price is the best we have found in Wilmington with no levels of care increases. It is all inclusive with the...
Whether for you or a loved one, New Hanover House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Hanover House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
3915 Stedwick Ct, Wilmington, NC 28412
New Hanover House has been a wonderful transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living. The price is the best we have found in Wilmington with no levels of care increases. It is all inclusive with the...
Whether for you or a loved one, New Hanover House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at New Hanover House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
1200 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411
We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic we have been given loving care by our associ...
1007 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411
My mother was moved to Champions in April. After a bit of an adjustment period she has come to fit in well there. She has also begun to thrive. Her social interactions have increased, her general well being has improved and she is the happiest she ...
4200 Jasmine Cove Way, Wilmington, NC 28412
This community is beautiful with lots of different amenities. The care team has been truly a light to my loved one. They are always making sure her needs are being met and making her feel comfortable in her...
Cedar Cove Assisted Living is located in Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina. Situated in the heart of Wilmington, residents can enjoy the historic river district and the Riverwalk that makes its way around the Cape Fear River and three island beaches. Named 'The Next Big Thing' by...
2320 S 41st St, Wilmington, NC 28403
2298 41st St., Wilmington, NC 28403
My mom has been at the Kempton for almost a year now. The staff have all been fantastic. Her level of care has fluctuated based on needs at the time. The activities are frequent and engaging. She has become...
The Kempton at Brightmore provides a comfortable, safe and secure environment for senior adults who find living alone is no longer feasible. Our friendly staff encourages and assists each resident to live as independently as possible. Our program is designed for individuals who may need...
1011 Porters Neck Rd, Wilmington, NC 28411
I toured this community and it was spotless. The staff we met were all friendly.
1120 Beasley Road, Wilmington, NC 28409
1605 Robinhood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28401
820 Wellington Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401
221 Summer Rest Rd, Wilmington, NC 28405
North Carolina Hwy 133, Leland, NC 28451
5725 Carolina Beach Road P.O. Box 15865, Wilmington, NC 28412
3015 Enterprise Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405
The median cost of a private room in a Wilmington skilled nursing facility is $7,148 per month.[01] However, if your loved one doesn’t require 24-hour nursing services, there are more affordable options available within the city.
Both assisted living and memory care facilities are more affordable by nearly $2,000 per month. Below are the monthly average costs for senior care facilities, according to A Place for Mom’s 2022-2023 proprietary data on what actual families paid in Wilmington:[02]
These approximate costs include the costs of a room and the following commonly provided services at our partnering senior care facilities in Wilmington:
In some communities, seniors may have to pay additional fees for amenities like on-site salon and barber services, transportation, or pet accommodations.
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When seniors and their families decide on how to pay for senior care, they usually combine private and public funds. Options often include personal savings and public programs like veterans benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid. We outline all of these payment options and include local resources to help you cover senior care expenses in Wilmington.
Seniors and their families typically acquire private funds over a lifetime. Funds may include savings accounts, retirement pensions, investment returns, and more. Long-term care insurance is another popular payment option, but policies can vary significantly. We recommend contacting your policy provider to understand the specific costs they can cover.
Depending on your senior loved one’s circumstances, you can also turn to some of the following payment methods commonly used by families.
Wilmington is an ideal location for seniors looking for the daily conveniences of a big city without the noise and traffic. The city offers riverfront views, nearby beaches, and historic districts that offer a unique charm. There are also great options for seniors to receive skilled nursing and senior care services.
Learn about how nursing homes compare to senior care communities in Wilmington below.
A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with skilled nursing facilities, but there are a few options for seniors seeking skilled nursing in Wilmington. Some of our partner assisted living and memory care communities may offer on-site skilled nursing for residents. Nursing homes are the best option for seniors who require 24-hour medical supervision and care for chronic and serious medical conditions. Skilled nursing facilities in Wilmington typically offer the following:
Seniors who require some assistance with activities of daily living, but don’t require 24-hour medical supervision may better benefit from assisted living or memory care. Some Wilmington senior care facilities even have a skilled nursing unit on-site for residents who need nursing care after a hospital visit or if a serious illness arises.
In Wilmington, our partner network of assisted living and memory care communities offer the following:
Many of our partner senior care communities in Wilmington also provide more advanced nursing services on-site, including the following:
Our memory care partners personalize their care services, activities, amenities, and environment to accommodate the needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia. Some of these specialized memory care accommodations include reminiscence therapies, navigational signs, calming colors, and more.
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Number of seniors over the age of 65 living in Wilmington as of 2021
Percentage of Wilmington seniors 65 and older with at least one disability
Average annual retirement income for Wilmington seniors 65 and older[03]
Wilmington only has one hospital, but there are several medical clinics and practices throughout the city. Learn about Wilmington’s hospital and another hospital on the outskirts.
New Hanover Regional Medical Center is the only hospital in Wilmington. It ranks No. 11 in North Carolina and is rated highly for ten conditions including heart attack care, stroke care, and hip replacements.[07]
Brunswick Medical Center is approximately 20 miles outside of Wilmington. However, it’s highly rated for hip replacement surgery.[07]
Seniors have several transportation options in Wilmington. Fortunately, most of our partner senior care facilities also offer complimentary and/or at-cost transportation services to residents. Do keep in mind that some communities limit rides to medical appointments and essential errands, while others allow residents to schedule rides for leisure activities and events as well.
For visiting loved ones, Wave Transit buses and trolleys are a great way to get around Wilmington. Seniors can ride with their loved ones using the reduced fare and free fare programs, which allow them to ride for half the price. Wave also offers Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART) for seniors who live outside of service areas.
Wilmington offers tons of activities for seniors with a variety of interests. Seniors can enjoy outings with visiting loved ones or attend community-scheduled trips. The city even takes it a step further and outlines its accessible Wilmington experiences for individuals with disabilities. We’ve highlighted a few of Wilmington’s senior-favored activities below.
Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, TerraBella Southport and Spring Arbor of Wilmington are the top-rated Nursing Homes facilities near Wilmington, NC. These Nursing Homes facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Nursing Homes in Wilmington is 4,667 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
Genworth. (2021). Cost of care survey.
A Place for Mom. (2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.
United States Census Bureau. (2022). Wilmington city, North Carolina.
NC Medicaid. (2021, December 15). Medicaid and health choice: Nursing facility services.
NC Department of Health and Human Services. Eligibility.
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. (2023). Medicare coverage of skilled nursing facility care.
U.S. News and World Report. Best hospitals in Wilmington, NC.
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