Mars Hill Retirement Community

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Mars Hill Retirement Community

170 South Main Street, Mars Hill, NC 28754

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.6 from 5 reviews
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Assisted Living

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at Mars Hill Manor Assisted Living is amazing.
  • pro Mars Hill Retirement Community provides excellent care and reasonable prices.
  • pro The residents at Mars Hill Retirement Community have access to a variety of activities and amenities.
  • pro The staff at Mars Hill Retirement Community is committed, friendly, and respectful.
  • pro The food at Mars Hill Retirement Community is excellent.
  • pro Everyone at Mars Hill Retirement Community is nice, friendly, and caring.
  • pro The facility at Mars Hill Retirement Community is clean and well-maintained.
  • pro The staff at Mars Hill Retirement Community is attentive and personally involved with the residents' wellbeing.
  • pro Mars Hill Retirement Community offers three meals a day, housekeeping, nursing care, and transportation services.
  • pro The smaller size of Mars Hill Retirement Community creates a comfortable and non-overwhelming environment for residents.

Cons

  • pro Despite its beauty, Mars Hill Manor Assisted Living could not provide the necessary level of care for the reviewer's grandfather.
  • pro The prices at Mars Hill Retirement Community are considered expensive for some individuals.
  • pro The monthly costs at Mars Hill Retirement Community include additional charges for extras, even down to toilet paper.
  • pro The reviewer mentions that the facility is clean and nice, but does not explicitly state if they were completely satisfied with the cleanliness standards.
  • pro One reviewer mentions that they had to quarantine their mother initially, which may indicate concerns about safety protocols or COVID-19 management at the community.
  • pro It is implied that there may be limitations on the level of medical care provided, as indicated by the mention of needing outside help with medication management.

Review

Mars Hill Manor Assisted Living is described as a beautiful facility with apartment-style rooms. While it may not have been the ideal fit for one individual's grandfather due to the level of care needed, the staff received high praise for their amazing dedication. The dining area was particularly striking, and there were multiple common areas available for residents' enjoyment, including a game room and a rec room.

What sets Mars Hill Manor apart is its unique affiliation with a nearby university. Residents have access to various amenities on campus, such as the gym and pool. They can also utilize the college library and even attend live-streamed events featuring guest speakers and musical performances. This connection to the university enhances residents' intellectual stimulation and engagement.

The community at Mars Hill Retirement Community has left a positive impression on another reviewer whose mother recently moved in. They appreciate that their loved one receives physical, emotional, and intellectual care. With minimal staff turnover, it is evident that the employees are committed to their roles. The prices offered by this community are also considered incredibly reasonable for what they provide.

Residents at Mars Hill Retirement Community can choose from different apartments, including one-bedroom units with kitchenettes. There are various activities available ranging from mind games to bingo, as well as amenities like a library and beauty salon services. Sunday worship services are held onsite for convenience.

During a visit to this facility, one observer noted how measures were taken to ensure residents' safety during COVID-19 times. Everyone wore masks while playing bingo in the hallway, allowing bedridden residents to participate from their rooms with assistance from staff members calling out numbers.

The quality of food offered is another positive aspect highlighted by reviewers. Residents enjoy having choices for every meal, at an affordable price compared to other similar communities researched. Mars Hill Retirement Community even offers respite care for families who need temporary relief from caring for a loved one at home.

Importantly, all reviews emphasized the respectful treatment of both residents and their family members by the staff. The friendly and caring nature of the employees is evident, with managerial staff readily available to assist and answer any questions. The community also fosters a welcoming atmosphere, extending its services to cater to the surrounding community by hosting events for various organizations.

Overall, Mars Hill Retirement Community appears to be a clean, well-managed facility with a dedicated staff. While it can be costly on a monthly basis and extra expenses may arise, the level of care provided seems to outweigh these concerns. Residents are attended to not only in terms of their medical needs but are also personally engaged in a supportive and attentive manner. With transportation services and recreational activities available, this community offers everything necessary for a comfortable living experience without overwhelming residents with its size or scale.

Features

Housing

  • 69 resident community capacity 69 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

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

Description

Mars Hill Retirement Community in Mars Hill, NC offers a comfortable and vibrant assisted living community for seniors. Our community provides spacious 2-bedroom apartments and studio apartments, ensuring residents have a variety of housing options to choose from.

We understand the importance of amenities in enhancing the quality of life for our residents. That is why we offer a range of amenities including a beauty salon, cable or satellite TV, community-operated transportation, a computer center, a dining room with restaurant-style dining, a fitness room to encourage active lifestyles, and fully furnished living spaces. Our gaming room and small library provide opportunities for relaxation and entertainment, while our outdoor space and garden allow residents to enjoy nature and fresh air.

To ensure convenience and comfort, we also provide housekeeping services and move-in coordination for residents. Each apartment is equipped with private bathrooms and kitchenettes for added privacy and independence. Residents can easily stay connected with telephone services as well as Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access throughout the community.

At Mars Hill Retirement Community, we prioritize the health and wellbeing of our residents. With our care services such as 24-hour call system and supervision, assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, transfers, specialized diabetes diet plans, meal preparation, medication management, and transportation arrangement for non-medical purposes. We also offer mental wellness programs to support the emotional needs of our residents.

Engaging activities are an integral part of life at our community. Residents can enjoy concierge services for personalized assistance along with fitness programs designed to promote physical wellbeing. Planned day trips provide opportunities for exploration outside the community while resident-run activities allow individuals to pursue their interests within the comfort of their home. Additionally, scheduled daily activities cater to varied interests among our residents.

Overall,Mars Hill Retirement Community provides an inclusive environment where seniors can live comfortably while receiving personalized care services tailored to their needs. Our commitment is to create a lively community enriched with amenities that enhance quality of life and promote wellbeing.

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (8.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (10.8 miles)
  • Ingles Market (13.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (13.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (14.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (15.4 miles)
  • Blue Ridge Pharmacy (16.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • IHOP (8.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (8.5 miles)
  • Blue Mountain Pizza (8.8 miles)
  • Twisted Laurel (8.9 miles)
  • Avenue M (13.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (13.8 miles)
  • Whit's Frozen Custard (14.3 miles)

Physicians

  • French Broad Pediatrics (9.1 miles)
  • MAHEC Family Health Center at Newbridge (13.1 miles)
  • Pisgah Institute (14.7 miles)
  • Dedman Karen MD (15 miles)
  • Jody S Harrison (15.3 miles)
  • Dermatology of North Asheville (15.3 miles)
  • Anthony Weisenberger, MD (15.4 miles)

Parks

  • Tanbark Ridge Overlook (12.4 miles)
  • Memorial Stadium (16.4 miles)
  • Blue Ridge Parkway (18.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Highland Hospital (15 miles)
  • Mission Hospital Operating Room (17.1 miles)

Cafes

  • High Five Coffee (15.8 miles)
  • Green Sage Cafe Downtown (15.8 miles)
  • Pollen (16.1 miles)
  • Vortex Doughnuts (16.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (16.6 miles)
  • Taco Billy (17 miles)
  • BattleCat Coffee Bar (17.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St John's Episcopal Church (15.9 miles)

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