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TerraBella Shelby

TerraBella Shelby is an assisted living and memory care community in Shelby, NC.

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  • Interior

    A traditional dining room setup with a wooden table and upholstered chairs.
  • Outdoors

    A charming building with a gabled roof surrounded by bare trees under a clear blue sky.
  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed and floral bedding.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with sofas, armchairs, a coffee table, and a lamp by the window.
  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a bed, nightstand, and a green chair by the window.
  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with twin beds and traditional decor, featuring two armchairs and a side table with lamps.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly, featuring hanging decorations.
  • Landscaping

    A sunny patio garden with a pergola and outdoor seating area.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room featuring an armchair, a fireplace, and a bookshelf adorned with decor items and plants.
  • Outdoor

    Outdoor porch with several chairs and cushions arranged in a row.

1550 Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152

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

4.3 from 56 reviews
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4 stars
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TerraBella Shelby Costs & Pricing

At TerraBella Shelby, the monthly costs for various room types are competitively aligned with those of Cleveland County, reflecting a consistent pricing structure across both entities. For instance, the semi-private room is priced at $2,915, which mirrors the county's rate and stands in contrast to the higher state average of $3,584. The one-bedroom option is also set at $3,540, again matching the county while remaining below North Carolina's state average of $4,055. Residents seeking more space have access to two-bedroom accommodations for $4,365 - a price that remains consistent with local rates and is slightly higher than the state's average of $4,245. Interestingly, studio apartments at TerraBella Shelby are listed at $6,045, which significantly surpasses both the county and statewide averages - $6,045 at TerraBella compared to a more modest state average of $4,020. Overall, while many options present favorable pricing against broader market comparisons in North Carolina, TerraBella Shelby's studio rooms illustrate a unique positioning that may warrant further consideration by prospective residents.

Floor plansTerraBella ShelbyCleveland CountyNorth Carolina
Semi-Private$2,915$2,915$3,584
1 Bedroom$3,540$3,540$4,055
2 Bedrooms$4,365$4,365$4,245
Studio$6,045$6,045$4,020

Overall Review of TerraBella Shelby

common 24 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as genuinely caring and responsive.

Across many reviews, families say staff make residents feel welcome and supported, including during move-in transitions. Multiple reviewers mention staff checking in about meals, addressing questions, and making sure day-to-day needs are met. A few reviews also raise communication or professionalism issues, but even those describe staff that were, at least at times, helpful.

common 10 reviews mention this

Dining feels thoughtful and varied

Dining is a frequent bright spot, with residents saying they never go hungry.

Several reviews highlight the dining room experience and describe residents enjoying meals most of the time. Families mention that staff ask how meals went and offer options without judgment, and one reviewer notes a transition that still included variety. The community offers restaurant-style dining and supports meals and special diets, including diabetes-related dietary support.

  • A traditional dining room setup with a wooden table and upholstered chairs.
  • A cozy dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly, featuring hanging decorations.
differentiator 9 reviews mention this

Memory care programming stands out

Memory care reviews focus on structured activities and a design meant to keep residents engaged and safe.

Residents in memory care are mentioned repeatedly, with reviewers describing the unit as well designed and supported during transitions. Multiple reviews mention activities tailored to memory care, along with a safe outdoor space that memory care residents can access. The community also provides specialized memory care programming and includes dementia-waiver related care services alongside medication management and meal preparation.

common 8 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is mostly positive

Many reviewers say the facility is kept clean and well maintained.

Several families describe the community as neat, clean, and well maintained, including rooms and shared areas. A couple of reviews, however, point to specific issues like unpleasant odors or missing laundry items, which they say affected the overall experience. Overall, cleanliness and upkeep come up often in positive reviews, even when other concerns are raised.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Cost concerns come up repeatedly

Some families say pricing has become a limiting factor or feels too high.

A handful of reviews mention that the price increased or that it felt almost unaffordable, and one reviewer says the community was “not in my price range.” Another review includes cost sensitivity alongside concerns about value for what families provide separately. In pricing ranges, the community can price above county benchmarks for some unit types while remaining below state benchmarks, which helps explain why different families land differently on value.

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Features

Housing

  • 96 resident community capacity 96 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • 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
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Spa Spa
  • Swimming pool / hot tub Swimming pool / hot tub
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Birthday parties Birthday parties
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Holiday parties Holiday parties
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Shelby, North Carolina offers a variety of amenities that could be appealing for senior living. There are several restaurants within close proximity, offering a range of dining options. Additionally, there are parks nearby for outdoor activities and relaxation. Medical care is easily accessible with several physicians and hospitals in the area. Places of worship are also available for spiritual fulfillment. Pharmacies are conveniently located for medication needs. Overall, this part of Shelby provides a well-rounded community with essential services for seniors looking to settle in the area.

Restaurants

  • Ken & Mary's (1 miles)
  • Pancake House (1.6 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.8 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.8 miles)
  • Burger King (1.9 miles)
  • Cook Out (2 miles)

Parks

  • Holly Oak Park (2.3 miles)
  • Patriots Park (12.9 miles)
  • Cowpens National Battlefield Visitors Center (16.7 miles)
  • Cowpens Veterans Memorial Park (21.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Boiling Springs Childrens Clinic (5.8 miles)
  • Steen & Associates (8 miles)
  • Carolina Pediatric Associates (12.7 miles)
  • Dr's Office (12.8 miles)
  • Novant Health Gaffney Medical Center Emergency Department (12.9 miles)
  • Gaffney Pharmaceutical Research (12.9 miles)
  • Internal Medicine Associates of Gaffney (13 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Cornerstone Baptist Church (7.5 miles)
  • Encounter Church (12.1 miles)
  • Providence Baptist Church (13 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (13.3 miles)
  • Fairview Baptist Church (13.8 miles)
  • Broad River Baptist Association (14.6 miles)
  • Riverview Baptist Church (20.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mary Black Health System-Gaffney (12.9 miles)
  • Ucmc Icu (12.9 miles)
  • Upstate Carolina Medical Center (12.9 miles)
  • Cherokee County Mealsonwheels (14.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Royce Associate (13.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (13.9 miles)
  • Buford Street Drug Store (14.4 miles)
  • Peoples Pharmacy (22.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (22.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (15.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (23.7 miles)
  • John's Cafe & Catering (24.3 miles)

Theaters

  • The Big E Gaffney (15.3 miles)

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