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Founded in 1951, ThriveMore is one of North Carolina’s most respected providers of long-term care. With four long-term care communities located throughout the state, ThriveMore provides all levels of care for aging adults. We invite you to stay informed with our blogs — a valuable resource designed to provide educational insight, and helpful advice for seniors, family members, and caregivers.
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Announcing the Name of Our New Senior Living Community in New Bern!
ThriveMore is thrilled to share an important milestone in the development of our newest senior living community. After much thought, input, and consideration, we are proud to announce that the community will be named: Brice Pointe, A ThriveMore Community. Brice Pointe...

Three ThriveMore Communities Receive Prestigious Awards
ThriveMore is proud to announce that three communities have earned “High Performing” ratings from the U.S. News and World Report of the 2025 Best Senior Living Communities.

Brookridge Earns Honorable Mention Prize in Design
We are pleased to share that Environments for Aging Magazine has named Brookridge's Couples Memory Care project as honorable mention in the 29th Annual Design Showcase, that honors the innovative design solutions in senior living spaces. This project was conceived by...
Brookridge and Imprints Cares to Break Ground on Innovative Intergenerational Center for Thriving Children—The Center for Thriving Children
WINSTON-SALEM, NC (FEB. 17, 2025)—Brookridge, A ThriveMore Community, and Imprints Cares will hold a groundbreaking for a first-of-its-kind in Winston-Salem intergenerational childcare center at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4 at the Brookridge Auditorium, located at...

Dementia By Day Discussion
In May 2024, the Senior Housing News BRAIN Conference took place in Chicago. ThriveMore CEO and President Reed VanderSlik and Vice President of Operations Jessica McCollum sat down with Dementia by Day Founder and CEO Rachael Wonderlin and Senior Housing News to...

ThriveMore Appoints Carmen Canales Chief Human Resources Officer
ThriveMore is excited to announce that Carmen Canales has been selected to serve as Chief Human Resources Officer for the organization, effective July 25, 2024.

ThriveMore proudly welcomes Mike Brady as our new Chief Financial Officer!
ThriveMore is very pleased to announce that after a very competitive national search, Mike Brady has been selected to serve as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective in February 2024. Mike is currently the Chief Executive Officer for Hospice of Chesapeake, a...
ThriveMore Purchases Ardenwoods Community Near Asheville
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., October 1, 2023 ThriveMore, formerly Baptist Retirement Homes of North Carolina, is pleased to announce it is growing and will serve more seniors with the acquisition of Ardenwoods Continuing Care Retirement Community outside Asheville, North...

Tips for Writing a Will
Writing a will is crucial in securing your family’s future and ensuring your assets pass to your beneficiaries. While it might seem daunting, writing a legal will can be a straightforward process with the right steps. This ultimate guide will teach you how to go about...

Financial Planning Advice for Seniors
As you enter your golden years, it becomes increasingly important to have a solid financial plan in place. Seniors face unique challenges when it comes to managing their finances, from navigating pension plans to minimizing taxes. This blog post explores the five best...