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Laurelwoods in Columbus, NC

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1062 West Mills Street, Columbus, NC 28722

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.6 from 33 reviews

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Overall Review of Laurelwoods

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Staff kindness and responsiveness

Residents and families frequently describe staff as kind, helpful, and quick to respond.

Many reviews focus on how supported residents and families feel, citing staff who are helpful during move-in and attentive to day-to-day needs. Several reviewers also mention clear communication and patience when transitioning a loved one into assisted living. A number of comments pair this with a positive experience of safety and follow-through, including what families observed during visits and check-ins.

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Dining is a mixed experience

Dining quality and service can be inconsistent, with reports of meals arriving cold or not being available.

While some residents like the food, there are also sharper complaints about food prep and meal service. One reviewer describes hot food served cold and soup handled in a way that left it without warming. Another recounts a moment during a visit when the dining room was closed so breakfast was not available.

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Food is often praised

Several residents and families say the food is a standout part of daily life.

More than one review highlights meals positively, including comments that the food is amazing or that a parent loves the food. Families also describe dining as part of what makes the transition to assisted living feel manageable. This aligns with the community offering restaurant-style dining in its amenity set.

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Activities help residents stay engaged

Group activities and themed events are something residents and families notice.

Reviews mention a program that goes beyond basic pastimes, including group activities and an accountability system. One reviewer specifically calls out an active activity department with out-of-the-box options designed to keep residents engaged. The community also lists scheduled daily activities and resident-run activities, which fit what families describe.

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Care planning and safety stand out

Families often describe care as well coordinated, with attention to safety during transitions.

Multiple reviews describe care that feels organized and supportive when moving in, including staff meeting families and helping with late meals or transition questions. Others mention communication that covers both physical and emotional well-being, along with comfort and safety in day-to-day life. Several reviewers also reference cleanliness and maintenance as part of what makes residents feel secure.

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Features

Housing

60 resident community capacity

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Amenities

Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Asheville Regional (23 miles away)
Greenville-Spartanburg (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement

Care Services

24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming

Dining

Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions

Activities

Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Hospitals

St Luke's Hyperbaric & Wound Care Center (0.2 miles)
Pardee Hospital - ICU (15.3 miles)
Team Member Pharmacy (15.3 miles)

Restaurants

McDonald's (0.7 miles)
Southern Manners (1.2 miles)
The Rural Seed Restaurant (1.3 miles)
Iron Key Brewing (1.4 miles)
Huckleberry's Tryon (2.7 miles)
Hare & Hound Pub (4.9 miles)
Twin Palmetto (4.9 miles)

Physicians

Advent Internal Medicine (1.4 miles)
Mccormack S L Md (1.7 miles)
Family Physicians of Landrum (4.8 miles)
Landrum Family Healthcare (4.9 miles)
Flat Rock Opticians (12.6 miles)
Blue Ridge Cmnty Health Service (14.3 miles)
Rainbow Pediatrics (14.3 miles)

Cafes

Cafe La Gaule (2.7 miles)
Starbucks (14.5 miles)
Underground Baking Co. (14.8 miles)
Starbucks (18.7 miles)

Pharmacies

Owen's Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
Tryon Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.8 miles)
Landrum Drug Co (4.9 miles)
Health Mart Pharmacy (4.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (12.6 miles)
Whitley Drugs (14.3 miles)

Parks

East Flat Rock Park (12 miles)
Edneyville Park (12.5 miles)
Park at Flat Rock (12.8 miles)

Places of Worship

Liberty Baptist Church (16.3 miles)
Gateway Baptist Church (18.6 miles)

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