Best Assisted Living in Hickory, North Carolina
7 communities found
Hickory has 7 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with 6 of them rated and an average score of 4.5 based on 270 reviews read across the group.
- 7communities
- 4.5average rating, 6 rated
- 270family reviews read
Serenity Family Home Care
Hickory, North Carolina
5(111)
Home care · no referral needed
Kingston Residence of Hickory
Hickory, North Carolina
5(36)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Brookdale Falling Creek
Hickory, North Carolina
4.7(12)
Assisted Living
Springs of Catawba
Hickory, North Carolina
4.4(69)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Raveica Assisted Living
Hickory, North Carolina
5(1)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hickory Village Memory Care
Hickory, North Carolina
4.2(15)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Brookdale Hickory Northeast
Hickory, North Carolina
3.7(26)
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in Hickory
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
5 (111 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living
Families describe Serenity Family Home Care as warm and home-like, praising cleanliness, compassionate care, and strong communication with staff.
- 2
5 (36 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Kingston Residence of Hickory earns praise for cleanliness, attentive staff, strong food quality, and on-site nursing support, including for residents with dementia.
- 3
4.7 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living
Brookdale Falling Creek is described as warm and well-run, with caring staff and administration, though one review raised billing and contract concerns.
- 4
4.4 (69 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Springs of Catawba families report close staff relationships, regular updates, and compassionate care, including through end-of-life stays lasting a year or more.
- 5
4.2 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Hickory Village Memory Care reviews are largely positive about staff and activities, though one detailed review raised concerns about hygiene, medication tracking, and staffing.
- 6
3.7 (26 reviews)· Assisted Living
Brookdale Hickory Northeast families describe a smaller-scale community where staff know residents by name and communicate closely about care needs.
What families say about assisted living in Hickory
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Hickory communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families praise caring, attentive staff at 86% of the 7 communities and activities and social life at 71%, while 86% raise concerns about cost and billing and 57% point to communication with families as an issue.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 86%
- Activities and social life 71%
- Cleanliness 43%
- Communication with families 43%
- Memory care 43%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 86%
- Communication with families 57%
- Building and upkeep 29%
- Staffing levels and turnover 14%
“This is a very great and wonderful place. The staff here are the greatest people. They will help you out with anything that you need.”
“Kingston Residence is THE nicest place I have been ever been to. The residents are well taken care of and they all seem very happy in their home.”
“I've worked with the staff at Brookdale on a professional level for several years now. This year we took that to a personal level. When it came time to find a new place for Miss Daisy, Brookdale not only made sense, but was the best fit. She gets the care she needs and at a price that works for us.”
Assisted Living in Hickory: the figures
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (6), medication management (6), housekeeping (6), social activities (6), emergency call system (6), gathering / activity spaces (6).
How families pay for assisted living in North Carolina
Most families in North Carolina cover assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket at first, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, when needed, proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy exists, can offset part of the monthly cost, though families should check the policy's terms since coverage for assisted living versus memory care can differ. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth asking a VA representative whether a particular community's services meet the program's requirements.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in North Carolina.
Assisted Living near Hickory
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylorsville14.2 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 14.2 mi |
| Lincolnton18.3 mi | 7 | 4.1 / 5 | 18.3 mi |
| Morganton20.8 mi | 6 | 3.7 / 5 | 20.8 mi |
| Statesville26 mi | 10 | 4.2 / 5 | 26 mi |
| Cornelius31.2 mi | 7 | 4.6 / 5 | 31.2 mi |
| Shelby31.4 mi | 7 | 3.9 / 5 | 31.4 mi |
| Huntersville33.4 mi | 22 | 4.6 / 5 | 33.4 mi |
| Gastonia34.2 mi | 17 | 4.2 / 5 | 34.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Hickory, 270 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Hickory ask about.
- Home Care in North Carolina: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Hickory: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Hickory, North Carolina?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Hickory, North Carolina, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Hickory are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Serenity Family Home Care (5★, 111 ratings), Kingston Residence of Hickory (5★, 36 ratings), Brookdale Falling Creek (4.7★, 12 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Hickory?
Beyond assisted living, Hickory has at-home care (11 communities), independent living (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), home health (6 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Hickory?
Families rate Hickory assisted living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 270 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Hickory assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Hickory communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 86%), activities and social life (mentioned for 71%), cleanliness (mentioned for 43%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (86%), communication with families (57%), building and upkeep (29%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Hickory bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
