Assisted Living · Asheville, NC
Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center
Verified from NC DHSR state records · Updated July 2026
Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center is a licensed assisted living / adult care home in Asheville, Buncombe County. Assisted living provides help with daily living, bathing, dressing, meals, and medication, in a residential community, for older adults who no longer need to manage everything on their own but do not need round-the-clock medical care.
Facility at a glance
Type: Assisted living / adult care home
Address: 100 Wesley Drive, Asheville, NC 28803
Phone: (828) 771-2902
State license: HAL-011-130
DHSR star rating: ★★★★ (4 of 4)
North Carolina rates adult care homes on a one-to-four-star scale based on inspection history. Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center currently holds a rating of ★★★★ (4 of 4). This is among the highest state ratings, a strong signal on recent inspections. Ratings and details above come from the NC Division of Health Service Regulation; always confirm current availability, pricing, and licensing with the facility directly.
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About this community
The Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center is a 56-bed assisted living community on Wesley Drive in south Asheville. It provides around-the-clock supervision with nursing support roughly 12 to 16 hours a day and a 24-hour call system, and it offers memory care alongside standard assisted living. Staff help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and toileting on an as-needed basis.
Beyond basic care, the center emphasizes custom meal plans and programs aimed at supporting brain health, which is relevant for residents with early cognitive change. For a community of its size it keeps a familiar, service-focused feel while offering the staffing depth that comes with more beds.
Where it is
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What to verify before choosing Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center
Richard A. Wood Jr. Assisted Living Center may be worth comparing if memory loss, wandering risk, agitation, cueing, or safety supervision are becoming central concerns. Ask how the community handles secured areas, staffing patterns, behavior changes, family communication, and when a resident may need a higher level of care.
Good questions for a call or tour
- How does the community respond to wandering, agitation, sundowning, or exit-seeking?
- What dementia training do caregivers receive, and how is staffing handled overnight?
- What situations would require a move to skilled nursing or another level of care?
For broader comparison, review the Buncombe County Facility Directory, the Directory Methodology, and the memory care guide, tour questions guide, and Start Here quiz.
Frequently asked questions
Does Richard A. Wood offer memory care?
Yes, it offers memory care alongside assisted living, with programming aimed at supporting brain health. Confirm the level of secured care for your loved one’s needs.
How much nursing is on site?
Nursing support is generally available about 12 to 16 hours a day, with 24-hour supervision and an emergency call system.
What size is the community?
It is licensed for 56 beds, mid-size, larger than a family care home but still community-scaled.