Best Senior Living in Morganton, North Carolina
6 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 senior care options in Morganton: 6 communities and 1 home care agencies. Families rate them 3.3 out of 5 on average, across 206 public reviews.
- 7options listed
- 3.3average rating, 6 rated
- 206family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Grace Heights Health and Rehabilitation
Morganton, North Carolina
4.3(32)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Berkeley
Morganton, North Carolina
4.3(19)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Burke Assisted Living
Morganton, North Carolina
Assisted Living
Autumn Care Of Drexel
Morganton, North Carolina
4.1(75)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Magnolia Lane
Morganton, North Carolina
3.1(61)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
McAlpine Adult Care
Morganton, North Carolina
1.5(8)
Assisted Living
Best-rated senior living in Morganton
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Grace Heights Health and Rehabilitation
4.3 (32 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Grace Heights Health & Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Morganton, North Carolina, holding a strong 4.3-star average across 31 Google reviews. Beyond the rating, no detailed review…
- 2
4.3 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care· 63 units
- 3
4.1 (75 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
Autumn Care Of Drexel is a skilled nursing and long-term care community in Morganton, North Carolina, holding a 4 out of 5 rating from 70 Google reviews. Beyond the overall rating, no detailed reviews, amenities, or…
- 4
3.1 (61 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 121 units
- 5
1.5 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living· 60 units
Reviewers describe serious, repeated problems at McAlpine Adult Care, including unsanitary conditions, bed bugs, and staff who reportedly lack caregiving credentials. Multiple posts also raise concerns about billing…
What families say about senior living in Morganton
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Morganton communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 17%
- Food and dining 17%
- Activities and social life 17%
- Value for money 17%
- Safety and security 17%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 67%
- Communication with families 50%
- Building and upkeep 50%
- Staff attitude 17%
“I had my mother moved here from a very subpar nursing home. I love Grace Heights and my mother is doing well. The staff truly look after her and the other residents.”
“The building is very luxurious, clean, and has very modern amenities. The staff is very courteous, professional, friendly, and always willing to help. Great location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Would highly recommend!”
Senior Living in Morganton: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (5), emergency call system (5), housekeeping (5), laundry service (5), medication management (5), 24-hour staff (5).
Senior Living near Morganton
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory20.9 mi | 31 | 4.3 / 5 | 20.9 mi |
| Rutherfordton29.5 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 29.5 mi |
| Taylorsville30.1 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 30.1 mi |
| Shelby30.6 mi | 7 | 3.9 / 5 | 30.6 mi |
| Lincolnton32.5 mi | 7 | 4.1 / 5 | 32.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Morganton, 206 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Morganton 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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Senior Living in Morganton: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Morganton, North Carolina?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 senior living communities in Morganton, North Carolina, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Morganton are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Grace Heights Health and Rehabilitation (4.3★, 32 ratings), The Berkeley (4.3★, 19 ratings), Autumn Care Of Drexel (4.1★, 75 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Morganton?
Beyond senior living, Morganton has assisted living (3 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Morganton?
Families rate Morganton senior living communities 3.3 out of 5 on average, across 206 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Morganton senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Morganton communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 17%), food and dining (mentioned for 17%), activities and social life (mentioned for 17%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (67%), communication with families (50%), building and upkeep (50%).
Are there small senior living homes in Morganton?
Of the 6 Morganton communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Morganton nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Morganton carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.