Assisted Living in Alamance County, NC

Assisted Living Costs in Alamance County

According to data gathered from the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care report, Alamance County is among the most affordable regions for assisted living in the state. In fact, among the major regions surveyed, the county has the lowest monthly assisted living costs, coming in roughly $900 below the state average of $3,693. Additionally, the cost of assisted living in this county is about $1,200 below the national average of $4,000.

The second most affordable region for assisted living is about 90 miles south in Fayetteville, where this type of care costs about $3,100 per month. The most expensive city for assisted living surveyed is the capital city of Raleigh, where seniors pay an average of $5,750 per month for care.

Note: Cost data for assisted living in Alamance County was not available, so data for Burlington, the largest city within the county, was used.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Alamance County

The cost of senior care varies widely from one type of care to another depending on the level of care, whether care is provided for set hours each week or around the clock and which amenities and services are included.

In Alamance County, assisted living costs more than $1,000 less than in-home care services even though, unlike in-home care, assisted living costs include room and board, food and activities in addition to care services. The most affordable senior option is adult day health services, which cost an average of $1,387 per month. Nursing home care is the most expensive type of senior care at $7,452 per month. 

Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart

Assisted Living Resources in Alamance County

Veterans Services

Alamance County veterans may find and apply for services for which they are eligible at the local veteran services office or connect with other veterans at one of the local American Legion posts.

Alamance County Veteran Services
201 W. Elm Street, Graham, NC 27253
(336) 570-6763

American Legion Post 63
2488 Moran Street, Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 226-9237

American Legion Post 549
513 Wildwood Lane, Graham, NC 27253
(919) 475-9830

Senior Centers

The senior center in Alamance County offers a variety of activities for county residents age 55 and over. The center features a large exercise facility and several meeting rooms. Seniors can participate in games, outdoor programs and day trips.

Kernodle Senior Center
1535 S Mebane Street, Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 222-5135

Local Agencies

Alamance County seniors have access to local agencies that can help them connect with financial resources and nutritious meals. Seniors can apply for services such as special assistance and Medicaid at the Department of Social Services. Alamance County Community Services Agency provides congregate meals to seniors age 60 and over.

Department of Social Services 
319 N. Graham-Hopedale Road, Burlington, NC  27217
(336) 570-6532

Alamance County Community Services Agency, Inc.
236 N Mebane Street Suite 103, Burlington, NC 27217
(336) 229-7031