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Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove in Wilmington, NC

Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove is an assisted living community in Wilmington, NC.

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Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove in Wilmington, NC

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  • Interior

    A cozy and inviting living room featuring a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and tasteful decor.
  • Decor

    A modern kitchen featuring wooden cabinets, essential appliances, and a soothing green color scheme.
  • Living Room

    A bright and inviting living room with ample natural light, comfortable seating, and a peaceful ambiance.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area featuring wooden furniture and natural light.
  • Exercise Equipment

    A spacious and well-equipped gym designed for fitness and rehabilitation.
  • Office

    A modern medical reception area featuring a front desk and well-lit surroundings.
  • Salon

    A modern salon interior featuring stylish chairs and large mirrors against a vibrant blue wall.
  • Wheelchair

    Two elderly individuals sharing a meal and enjoying each other's company in a care facility.

5725 Carolina Beach Road P.O. Box 15865, Wilmington, NC 28412

To contact a resident: (910) 792-1455

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

3.9 from 84 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
8
3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove

common 28 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who are kind, knowledgeable, and attentive to needs.

A consistent theme in the reviews is the way staff interact with residents—families describe staff as caring, compassionate, and professional, including nursing, CNAs, and therapy teams. Multiple reviewers say staff respond to requests and keep them informed, which helps them feel confident during rehab or longer stays. A few reviews contrast this with staffing and communication problems, but even in those comments, reviewers often acknowledge that some individuals are helpful and engaged.

differentiator 13 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy feel effective

Therapy and rehab support are described as knowledgeable and helpful for regaining strength.

Several reviews focus on rehab outcomes, with people describing physical and occupational therapy as caring, skilled, and encouraging. Reviewers also mention therapy sessions in a gym setting and say staff help them work toward mobility and independence. Even among shorter-stay reviews that criticize other areas, therapy is frequently described as a standout part of the experience.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Food quality comes up repeatedly, with multiple reviewers saying it was just okay.

Dining feedback is inconsistent: some reviewers say meals were good or even excellent, including comments about not being served gourmet but still being acceptable. Other reviews describe food as cold or not the best, and one reviewer frames it as a disappointment for a diabetic resident. Taken together, food seems more variable than other parts of the stay.

  • A cozy dining area featuring wooden furniture and natural light.
  • Two elderly individuals sharing a meal and enjoying each other's company in a care facility.
  • An elderly man enjoying a meal at a restaurant, sharing a drink with someone.
common 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness is praised often

Reviews frequently mention the building as clean, spotless, or well kept.

Across reviews, residents and families describe the facility as clean, well maintained, and free of unpleasant conditions. Some comments include details like the facility smelling nice, rooms being clean, or the overall setting being spotless. A small number of reviews contradict this with reports of pests, but most feedback on cleanliness is positive.

common 4 reviews mention this

Activities help residents stay engaged

Residents describe activities and a social atmosphere that keeps people engaged.

Reviews mention residents staying busy with activities and a sense of fun in the community. Some of that is described as part of the day-to-day environment, while other comments connect the experience to the overall staff-led support. The community also lists scheduled daily activities and resident-run options as part of what residents can do.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Staffing and call-bell issues

Some residents and families report delays or neglect concerns tied to staffing.

While many reviews praise staff attentiveness, several comments raise concerns about understaffing and delayed help. A few reviewers describe call-bell response problems, neglected needs, or having to wait for basic assistance like turning or bathing. There are also reviews that say the facility can feel unsafe at times, including during building updates, which adds to the staffing-and-supervision concerns.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 90 resident community capacity 90 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • 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
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • 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 available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Wilmington International (10 miles away) Wilmington International (10 miles away)
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Seashore Discount Drugs (5.8 miles)
  • Epic Pharmacies (9.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (9.3 miles)

Physicians

  • MyEyeDr (0.4 miles)
  • Cape Fear Eye Institute OD PA (0.7 miles)
  • New Hanover Medical Group (1.3 miles)
  • Coastal Neurosurgical Associates (4.4 miles)
  • Wilmington Endocrinology (4.7 miles)
  • Tinsley, Ellis, A, Jr, MD (4.7 miles)
  • Wilmington Eye - Medical Center Drive (5.3 miles)

Theaters

  • The Pointe 14 at Barclay (3.7 miles)
  • Surf Cinemas (15.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Henry's Restaurant (4.6 miles)
  • K-38 Baja Grill (5.8 miles)
  • Double Happiness Restaurant (5.9 miles)
  • Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Wilmington Restaurant (6 miles)
  • Katy's Grill & Bar (6 miles)
  • Burger King (6 miles)
  • Casey's Buffett Barbecue & Home Cookin (6 miles)

Parks

  • Hugh MacRae Park (5.5 miles)
  • Brunswick River Park (8 miles)
  • Annsdale Park (8.3 miles)
  • Leland Westgate Park (8.7 miles)
  • Oak Island Park (19.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (7.5 miles)
  • Port City Java (7.6 miles)
  • Bespoke Coffee & Dry Goods (8 miles)
  • Cafe Koa (16 miles)

Transportation

  • Wilmington International Airport (ILM) (9.5 miles)
  • American Airlines (9.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Sacred Heart Catholic Church (14.8 miles)
  • Ocean View United Methodist Church (18.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Brunswick Novant Medical Center (16.3 miles)

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