Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center is situated in Waynesville, North Carolina. It is designed to support seniors with varying levels of care needs, including memory care, assisted living, and independent living. The facility focuses on providing personal care services that help residents with daily activities while promoting independent living within a supportive environment. Specific care services include incontinence care, ambulatory care, and diabetes care. However, reviews have indicated concerns about care quality, particularly for residents needing more extensive support beyond independent living.

Incontinence care at Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center involves assisting residents with toileting needs and ensuring hygiene. Ambulatory care focuses on aiding residents with mobility, including transfers, although reviews suggest that staffing challenges, particularly during evenings, can impact the quality and safety of this type of care. Diabetes care is aimed at managing and monitoring residents' blood sugar levels, but medication administration inconsistencies have been noted, which can be concerning for residents requiring regular insulin or oral medication.

Transportation services at Haywood Lodge & Retirement Center include complimentary transportation to meet the medical and non-medical travel needs of the residents. This service is crucial for scheduled medical appointments as well as for participation in community activities and errands, helping residents maintain a level of independence and connectivity with the wider community. However, for individuals considering this facility, it is advisable to perform comprehensive research, especially for those requiring significant memory or health assistance, given the documented concerns about neglect and staffing adequacy.

Costs at this community start at $2,750 and range up to $4,907. The average price in the community is $3,828, which is less than the average price in the area of $4,701. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.