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Smithfield in 4 Numbers
Veteran-Approved Assisted Living in Smithfield
All 3 communities below are a Patriot Angels partner in Smithfield, ready to work with veterans and surviving spouses on VA benefits.
What Assisted Living Costs in Smithfield
No separate Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield Veteran or Surviving Spouse Could Receive
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Smithfield 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 Smithfield
About 748 veterans live in Smithfield, and 441 of them are 65 or older. Across Johnston County, there are 13,032 veterans, 4,891 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Smithfield Communities
Dementia down the road
1 of the 3 Smithfield partners also runs memory care, so a resident whose memory declines can often stay on the same campus.
Room to start independent
1 Smithfield partner also offers independent living, useful for a couple with different care needs.
Staffing at night
Ask Smithfield communities how many caregivers are on duty overnight and how fast they answer a call button.
Visiting distance
A Smithfield community near the family member who visits most often usually beats a slightly nicer one farther away.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Smithfield
Other North Carolina assisted living pages within driving distance of Smithfield.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Smithfield Assisted Living Questions
Can a Smithfield veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Smithfield 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 Smithfield?
No Smithfield-only figure is published. The North Carolina median is $6,496 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Smithfield?
3 in Smithfield, plus 166 across North Carolina.
Which Smithfield communities also offer memory care?
1 of our 3 Smithfield partners does. Look for the Memory Care tag on each card.
Can we apply after moving into a Smithfield community?
Yes. Many Smithfield families file after move-in, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
More Care Options in Smithfield
Independent living in Smithfield
Active retirement in Smithfield, with care close by if needs change.
Memory care in Smithfield
Secure dementia care in Smithfield, offered by one of our partners here.
Related Patriot Angels guides
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GuideAssisted Living Benefit for Veterans & Surviving SpousesRead guide →Looking beyond Smithfield? See Assisted Living in North Carolina or the national guide.