Carteret House

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  • Interior

    A tidy bedroom with two single beds and light-colored bedding.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring twin beds with a modern decor and soft lighting.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable chairs, a television, and a large window allowing natural light.
  • Building

    A courtyard with chairs arranged around a concrete pathway leading to a building under a cloudy sky.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with two double beds, featuring blue bedding and warm lighting from table lamps. A doorway leads to an adjoining bathroom.
  • Trees

    A residential building with an American flag flying, surrounded by a garden and trees.
  • Windows

    An empty dining room with neatly set tables and chairs, featuring windows with curtains.
  • Landscaping

    A peaceful gazebo surrounded by a landscaped garden and trees.
  • Entrance

    A house with an American flag in the front yard.
  • Outdoor

    A peaceful suburban porch featuring white rocking chairs and hanging plants.
  • Bathroom

    An accessible bathroom with a shower, featuring a safety bar and a chair.
  • Television

    A simple living room setup with a sofa, coffee table, and television.
  • Recreation Room

    An indoor recreation room with a blue ping pong table.

Carteret House

3020 Market Street, Newport, NC 28570

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

3.5 from 6 reviews
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Assisted Living Memory Care

Pricing

Carteret House offers competitive pricing for its residents, particularly when compared to broader averages in Carteret County and across North Carolina. For a semi-private room, the cost at Carteret House is $2,520 per month, significantly lower than both the county's average of $4,985 and the state average of $3,584. Similarly, the studio rooms at Carteret House are priced at $3,750, which is also more affordable than the county's average of $5,233 and North Carolina's average of $4,020. This positioning not only highlights Carteret House as an economically viable option but also underscores its commitment to providing quality care without compromising residents' financial stability.

Room TypeCarteret HouseCarteret CountyNorth Carolina
Semi-Private$2,520$4,985$3,584
Studio$3,750$5,233$4,020

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at the Carteret House provided excellent care and fostered strong relationships with residents, creating a supportive environment for families.
  • pro Residents enjoyed a variety of activities and had access to an excellent menu, contributing to their overall well-being.
  • pro The facility was clean, well-organized, and demonstrated pride in their work, reflecting good ratings from the state.
  • pro Sommerset offered a friendly atmosphere where patients were allowed to enjoy the outdoors and benefit from social interactions in a comfortable family room.
  • pro The layout of the rooms allowed for companionship among residents while also accommodating those who preferred privacy, ensuring individual needs were met.

Cons

  • pro The facility consistently runs out of medications, causing residents to suffer from withdrawal symptoms.
  • pro Staff members are unable to take simple manual blood pressures, indicating a lack of basic competency.
  • pro The RCC is unqualified and incompetent in communicating with doctors, families, and residents.
  • pro One reviewer noted a strong smell of smoke and described the lobby as unwelcoming with plastic furniture.
  • pro There was a lack of staff presence to assist or greet visitors, leading to a poor first impression of the facility.
  • pro Concerns were raised about contacting potential residents multiple times purely based on Medicaid acceptance without providing adequate care assurance.

Review

When it comes to choosing the right facility for loved ones requiring assisted living, the experiences shared by families can vary dramatically. In reviews of several care homes, striking contrasts emerge that highlight both positive and negative aspects of elder care. The issues of medication management, staff qualifications, and the overall environment play crucial roles in determining how well a facility can meet the needs of its residents.

One reviewer expressed deep concern about one particular facility’s ongoing failure to manage medications appropriately. This neglect left residents at risk of withdrawal symptoms due to medications running out. Furthermore, they criticized the staff's inability to perform basic tasks such as taking manual blood pressures accurately. The reviewer went on to label the Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) as unqualified and incompetent when it came to communication with doctors, families, and residents themselves. Their distress led them to seek an investigation from the State of North Carolina, underscoring the severity of their concerns about safety and quality of care within that specific institution.

In stark contrast, another family shared a glowing review about their experience at Carteret House, where they placed their mother suffering from mild dementia. They described a nurturing environment where their mother received excellent care from top-notch personnel who were attentive and compassionate. From May 2016 until her passing in November 2017, this family felt reassured knowing their mother was well looked after in a community where she developed bonds with fellow residents and staff alike. The emotional relief they experienced was significant since prior caregiving had been fraught with anxiety over falls and memory loss.

The physical environment also seemed to play a role in residents’ happiness at these facilities. One resident praised Somerset for being clean and well-organized with efficient meal distribution and medication management practices. Additionally, this reviewer appreciated that patients could enjoy outdoor spaces on sunny days and partake in activities designed for engagement and socialization. The facility's layout allowed for communal areas where families could visit comfortably without feeling rushed or intrusive into personal living spaces.

Conversely, another review painted a more concerning picture regarding ambiance; one visitor remarked on an overwhelming odor of smoke upon entering another facility’s lobby—an immediate red flag for many looking for an inviting environment for elderly relatives. Coupled with plastic-covered furniture that felt starkly unwelcoming and empty reception areas devoid of staff assistance or interaction left this visitor unwilling even to consider touring further—a clear indication that atmosphere matters greatly when assessing care options.

Meanwhile, another review highlighted some positive features found at Somerset: friendly staff members who seemed dedicated despite appearing busy at times—and patient-centered organization around activities made patrons feel comfortable rather than overwhelmed by bureaucracy or neglectful oversight. Residents benefit from having rooms accommodating up to two individuals while still allowing opportunities for private time if desired—a detail ensuring comfort levels are maintained throughout daily routines.

In conclusion, navigating long-term care options is undeniably complex due largely to differing accounts like those seen across these reviews which provide valuable insight into various facilities’ quality standards—both good and bad alike! While certain places shine amid adversity through dedication toward compassionate service delivery illustrated by families grateful beyond measure—others expose flaws indicating systemic issues warranting greater scrutiny before entrusting loved ones’ wellbeing into unfamiliar hands.

Features

Housing

  • 64 resident community capacity 64 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • 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
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • 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
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • BBQs or picnics BBQs or picnics
  • Birthday parties Birthday parties
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Trivia games Trivia games
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Description

Carteret House in Newport, NC is an assisted living community that specializes in providing memory care services. Our dedicated staff and 24-hour call system ensure that residents receive round-the-clock supervision and assistance with activities of daily living. We offer a range of amenities to enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Our community features beautifully designed indoor and outdoor common areas where residents can socialize and participate in various activities. We provide fully furnished private units with air-conditioning, cable or satellite TV, and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access. Our on-site beautician and beauty salon allow residents to conveniently maintain their personal grooming needs.

At Carteret House, we prioritize the physical well-being of our residents. Our fitness room and wellness center are equipped to promote regular exercise and mental wellness programs. We also offer wheelchair accessible showers and assistance with ambulatory care for those with mobility challenges.

Dining at Carteret House is a delightful experience as we provide restaurant-style meals prepared by skilled chefs. Special dietary restrictions are accommodated to ensure that all residents receive proper nutrition. Guest meals can be arranged for family visits.

Engaging activities are an integral part of life at Carteret House. Residents can participate in art classes, arts and crafts, brain fitness exercises, games such as Wii bowling and trivia games, live musical performances, planned day trips, religious services, and resident-run activities such as BBQs or picnics, gardening clubs, birthday parties, karaoke nights, and educational speakers / lifelong learning programs.

Transportation is provided for off-site devotional services as well as medical appointments. Additionally, our community-operated transportation service offers convenience for shopping or other outings.

Carteret House strives to create a comfortable and enjoyable environment where seniors can maintain their independence while receiving the appropriate level of support they need. We welcome you to visit us at Carteret House to see firsthand how we provide exceptional memory care services in a nurturing environment.

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