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Assisted Living in Matthews by the Numbers
Matthews Assisted Living Communities We Work With
All 2 communities below are a Patriot Angels partner in Matthews, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
Paying for Assisted Living in Matthews
No separate Matthews figure is published, so the best benchmark is the North Carolina median of $6,496 a month (CareScout 2025), $296 above the U.S. median of $6,200. Ask each Matthews community for its base rate and care-level pricing in writing; VA asks for that rate sheet too.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina assisted living median | $6,496 | $2,651 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| North Carolina in-home care | $5,720 | $1,875 |
Find Out What a Matthews Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Matthews veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month.
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How Many Veterans Live in Matthews
About 1,403 veterans live in Matthews, and 969 of them are 65 or older. Across Mecklenburg County, there are 44,881 veterans, 19,057 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
What Matthews Families Should Ask Before Choosing
Dementia down the road
1 of the 2 Matthews partners also runs memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Care-level pricing
Ask how a Matthews community decides care levels and how much the bill rises with each step.
Visiting distance
A Matthews community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Check the state record
Look up any Matthews community’s inspection history with DHSR before you sign.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Matthews
Widen the search beyond Matthews with these nearby North Carolina cities.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Matthews Assisted Living Questions
Can a Matthews veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Matthews who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Matthews?
No Matthews-only figure is published. The North Carolina median is $6,496 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Matthews?
2 in Matthews, plus 166 across North Carolina.
Which Matthews communities also offer memory care?
1 of our 2 Matthews partners does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Does a Matthews community have to accept VA benefits?
No. Aid & Attendance is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, so it can go toward the bill at any private Matthews community.
More Care Options in Matthews
Related Patriot Angels guides
GuideCan a Veteran Qualify for Aid & Attendance After Moving Into Assisted Living?Coming soon
GuideTypes of Senior Care ComparedComing soon
GuideDo Assisted-Living Fees Count as Medical Expenses for VA Aid & Attendance?Coming soonLooking beyond Matthews? See Assisted Living in North Carolina or the national guide.