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White Oak of RUTHERFORDTON is an 80 unit senior care community situated in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The facility is in a generally middle income area, with an average per-household income of $39,452. With around 21,000 individuals living in ...
Located at 518 Old US Highway 221 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, Oak Grove Health Care Center is a 60 unit nursing care facility. The community is in a largely middle income area, with a median per-family income of $39,452. ...
401 US 221 S Hwy
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Restwell Home is a senior care facility located at 401 US 221 S Hwy in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with approximately 21,000 people residing in the zip code of 28139. With an average ...
160 Health Care Dr
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Colonial Manor Health Care is a nursing facility located at 160 Health Care Dr in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. With a median household income of $39,452, the facility is in a generally middle income area. It is densely populated, ...
521 Oscar Justice Rd
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Located at 521 Oscar Justice Rd, Dellinger's Family Care Home is a family care home in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average household income of $39,452. With around 21,000 ...
704 Poors Ford Rd
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Oakland Living Center is a senior community located at 704 Poors Ford Rd in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. With a median per-household income of $39,452, the facility is in a predominantly middle income area. It has a dense population, ...
156 US Highway 221a
Forest City, NC 28043
Located at 156 US Highway 221a, Dellinger Retirement Home is a senior community serving Forest City, North Carolina. The neighboring area has a dense population, with about 22,000 residents in the zip code of 28043. It is a ...
3 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
Located at 493 Piney Ridge Rd, Brookdale Forest City is a senior housing community in Forest City, North Carolina. With approximately 22,000 poeple living in the zip code of 28043, the encompassing area has a dense population. It ...
3 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
141 Fox Run
Forest City, NC 28043
Hopewell Family Care Home is located at 141 Fox Run in Forest City, North Carolina. It is a 6 bed care home. With approximately 22,000 individuals residing in the 28043 zip code, the surrounding area is heavily populated. ...
4 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
125 Henderson Cir
Forest City, NC 28043
Henderson Care Center is a senior housing facility located at 125 Henderson Cir in Forest City, North Carolina. With approximately 22,000 individuals living in the zip code of 28043, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is ...
4 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
175 W Main Dr
Forest City, NC 28043
Oaks Group Home is a senior community located at 175 W Main Dr in Forest City, North Carolina. The community is in a generally working class area, with a median per-household income of $32,036. With roughly 22,000 people ...
5 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
542 Forest Lake Rd
Forest City, NC 28043
Located at 542 Forest Lake Rd in Forest City, North Carolina, Forest Lake Retirement Home is a 6 room senior care community. The surrounding area is densely populated, with approximately 22,000 individuals residing in the 28043 zip code. ...
5 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
149 Reid St
Forest City, NC 28043
Located at 149 Reid St in Forest City, North Carolina, Open Arms Family Care is a 6 bed senior community. The surrounding area is densely populated, with about 22,000 residents in the 28043 zip code. It is a ...
5 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
Eastwood Village is a senior community located at 149 Fairhaven Dr in Bostic, North Carolina. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with a median family income of $36,349. It is sparsely populated, with roughly 7,000 ...
9 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
Fair Haven a Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living Facility is located at 149 Fair Haven Dr in Bostic, North Carolina. It is a 30 room nursing care facility. The encompassing area is sparsely populated, with roughly 7,000 individuals ...
9 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
Located at 1600 US Highway 221 S in Forest City, North Carolina, Sunnyside Retirement Home is a 34 room senior housing facility. The neighboring area is densely populated, with around 22,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 28043. ...
10 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
5023 US Highway 64
Union Mills, NC 28167
Hope Care Center is a 6 room senior community. It is located at 5023 US Highway 64 in Union Mills, North Carolina. The surrounding area has a sparse population, with around 3,000 individuals living in the 28167 zip ...
11 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
113 Beacon Hl
Ellenboro, NC 28040
Joyful Home Family Care is a 6 room senior housing facility. It is located at 113 Beacon Hl in Ellenboro, North Carolina. The facility is in a generally working class area, with a median per-family income of $33,757. ...
11 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
2073 Harris Henrietta Rd
Mooresboro, NC 28114
Located at 2073 Harris Henrietta Rd, Kelly's Family Kare is a senior care facility in Mooresboro, North Carolina. With roughly 9,000 people residing in the zip code of 28114, the encompassing area has a medium-density population. It is ...
11 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
336 Nc 120 Hwy
Mooresboro, NC 28114
Country Living and More Family is a 6 bed senior care facility. It is located at 336 Nc 120 Hwy in Mooresboro, North Carolina. The neighboring area has an average population density, with about 9,000 people residing in ...
14 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
354 Woodland Dr
Columbus, NC 28722
Ridge Rest is a senior housing facility located at 354 Woodland Dr in Columbus, North Carolina. The community is in a generally middle class area, with a median per-family income of $44,974. It is sparsely populated, with around ...
14 miles away from Rutherfordton, NC
With many Medicare-registered physicians and perks for seniors, the Rutherfordton, North Carolina, area is home to approximately 20,358 people, and over 19% of the population is aged 65 and older. This large percentage of seniors will find that the city’s location near I-26 and the South Carolina border is ideal for those who want a smaller community in the mountains. Beautiful landscapes surround Rutherfordton, and many golf courses take advantage of this location.
Rutherfordton has approximately 21 assisted living communities nearby to serve its senior population. Residents who choose assisted living find that it's fairly affordable. The 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey estimates the average cost for assisted living to be $4,095 in the Rutherfordton area, which is less than the national average of $4,300. This, combined with the city’s low cost of living, means seniors can make the most out of their retirement incomes.
According to SeniorScore, a service that rates the senior-friendliness of communities, Rutherfordton has many perks for seniors. SeniorScore rates a city based on 100 data points across four categories, and Rutherfordton has a SeniorScore of 75. This is higher than both the North Carolina and national average of 72.
Of the various categories that SeniorScore rates, Rutherfordton ranks highest for Finances, with a score of 68. Low property taxes are a perk for residents, although sales and income taxes are higher than national average. The lower-than-average assisted living costs are also a perk for seniors who call this area home. Rutherfordton boasts a low overall cost of living that helps seniors stretch their retirement dollars. General Quality of Life comes in right behind Finances with a score of 67. The city has comfortable temperatures year-round, but it does get heavy rain. The air quality is high, which helps seniors stay healthy.
Health & Safety scores 64, and Recreation & Leisure scores 65, so these are not low scores compared to the other categories. The city has a high number of Medicare-registered physicians to serve its seniors, but it only has two nearby hospitals. Low crime rates give seniors peace of mind. There are 29 golf courses near the city for active seniors, but the fact that Rutherfordton only has two parks and shopping malls pulls down the Recreation & Leisure score slightly. Still, seniors find many benefits to living in Rutherfordton.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
Seniors living in Rutherfordton who need the services of an assisted living facility will pay approximately $4,095 a month according to data from the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Because of their proximity, Rutherfordton and Spartanburg, South Carolina, share their average costs in the survey. The local prices are less than the $4,300 national average. However, the city’s average is slightly higher than North Carolina's median of $3,800 a month.
The Rutherfordton area has average assisted living costs compared to nearby communities. Seniors here pay an average of $4,095, while in Greenville, South Carolina, which is not far away, the average drops to $2,800 a month. Asheville is even lower at $2,750 a month, and Burlington is also close at $2,850. Wilmington has one of the higher averages with a $5,877 a month cost for assisted living, while Charlotte, one of the largest cities in the state, averages $4,649. Prices in Durham and Fayetteville are closer to Rutherfordton with averages of $4,050 and $3,500 per month respectively.
Rutherford County Senior Center The Rutherford County Senior Center provides socialization opportunities and activities for seniors living in the region. Those who want to expand their social horizons beyond their assisted living community can take part in these activities each week. Events include dance and exercise classes, games and crafts. The center also takes trips to local attractions periodically. 193 Callahan-Koon Road, Suite 132, Spindale, NC 28160 |
Rutherford County Transit Free Fixed Route Rutherford County Transit offers free transportation to riders along a fixed route throughout the Tri-City area, including Rutherfordton and Spindale. This service runs daily. Seniors can ask for a deviation at a cost of $1. Extensions travel up to half a mile from the regular route. Anyone who is aged 60 and older or disabled can get transportation services. 294 Fairground Road, Spindale, NC 28160 |
Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program In addition to the Rutherford County Transit fixed-route service, the county offers the Elderly and Disabled Transportation Assistance Program that gives disabled or elderly individuals curb-to-curb rides in accessible vans. Through the program, seniors can receive up to four trips a month for free, but the total number of trips available to the community is limited. 294 Fairground Road, Spindale, NC 28160 |
Rutherford County Veterans Services Office Veterans residing in Rutherfordton can get assistance with their VA benefits from the Rutherford County Veterans Services Office. This may include help getting connected to services and using the benefits that they earned through their military service. Counselors are available to help senior veterans and ensure that they make full use of their benefits. 303 Fairground Road, Spindale, NC 28160 |
Senior Law Project Through the Senior Law Project, any North Carolina resident aged 60 and older can get free legal help for noncriminal matters. This might include assistance with estate planning, abuse and neglect and benefits collection. 547 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC 28806 |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program When seniors in Rutherfordton have trouble with their long-term care facilities, they can turn to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program for free conflict resolution and advocacy services. The ombudsman serves as an impartial third party to hear accusations of abuse and neglect for seniors living in assisted living facilities. Then, they work with the senior and the facility to rectify the problem. PO Box 841, Rutherfordton, NC 28139 |
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