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"As a member of the Woodland Terrace community, you will enjoy a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich environment that encourages indepen..."
READ MOREThe average cost of assisted living in the city is $5,750 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 14 Assisted Living Communities in Cary and several in surrounding areas.
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"As a member of the Woodland Terrace community, you will enjoy a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich environment that encourages indepen..."
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"At Brookdale MacArthur Park (formerly Carolina House of Cary), we provide a range of senior care services tailored to the individual needs o..."
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"Sunrise of Cary, located in a suburb of Raleigh near North Carolina’s Research Triangle, is a safe and secure senior community providing ass..."
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"HeartFields Assisted Living & Alzheimer's Care at Cary is a beautiful place to call home. We're a leading provider of assisted l..."
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"Glenaire is a non-profit, church-related organization managed by The Presbyterian Homes, Inc. In the heart of Research Triangle Park in Cary..."
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"Waltonwood Cary Parkway brings a distinct architectural character to the Cary area, reflecting a historical "Georgian" or "Je..."
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105 Convention Drive, Cary, NC 27511
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"Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living is a senior living provider in Cary, North Carolina. The facility is in a spacious, modern building wi..."
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"Located in the southeast corner of Cary, North Carolina, Avendelle on Maynard is an assisted living home in one of America's friendliest nei..."
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"We are proud to offer a different kind of assisted living/memory care community. Our assisted living homes are all designed to be welcoming,..."
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"Chatham Commons offers more than assisted living services, we offer a lifestyle for your future. We strive to enhance each resident's qu..."
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221 Brightmore Dr, Cary, NC 27518
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6720 Pauline Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
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"A relaxed, open-door policy for family community that combines a personal touch and high-quality care services is what families will di..."
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"Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and t..."
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"Sunrise at North Hills offers something for everyone in our serene community, nestled in a park-like setting. We’re within easy access to a ..."
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"Located just minutes from Crabtree Valley Mall, an array of restaurants, banking and other services, Brighton Gardens of Raleigh is perfectl..."
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"Nestled among the native long-leaf pines in the heart of the Tar Heel State, Sunrise of Raleigh is an inviting senior community dedicated to..."
READ MORE2220 Farmington Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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"Centrally located off the Blue Star Memorial Highway on the outskirts of Chapel Hill just a short drive from both Raleigh and Durham, Brookd..."
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"Welcome to Bright Horizon Senior Care. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free li..."
READ MORE1110 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC 27614
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"Ideally located near the Falls Lake Recreational Park, Falls River Village and Falls River Court are more than just places to call home. Two..."
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"Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. We're locate..."
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"Our Assisted Living and Memory Care services offer seniors in central North Carolina the highest quality of care in a top-notch residential ..."
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"At The Reserve at Mills Farm, we're redefining senior living. Our innovative approach connects individuals with people, places, and activiti..."
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"25 YEARS OF CARING! Oak Hill Assisted Living Community is a privately owned and managed corporation organized under the laws of the State..."
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"At Brookdale Wake Forest (formerly Carolina House of Wake Forest), our staff is specially trained to handle the unique issues that confront ..."
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"Conveniently located in Lillington, North Carolina, Green Leaf Care Center offers assisted living and memory care. We excel at providing an ..."
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"Located in a quiet neighborhood, our beautiful senior living community in North Raleigh, NC, is the ideal spot to inspire the lifestyle you ..."
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"Brookdale Durham is centrally located in Durham close to two major hospitals, churches, shopping, nearby parks, and cultural destinations. O..."
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"___________________________________ Conveniently located in Clayton, North Carolina, Gabriel Manor offers assisted living and memory care..."
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"At Brookdale Meadowmont (formerly Carolina House of Chapel Hill), we focus on the individual, providing the best quality assisted living and..."
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"Carillon Assisted Living of Durham, North Carolina, is conveniently located near I-40 and various shopping centers. Visitors have high prais..."
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"Terrabella of Northridge is conveniently nestled in the heart of North Raleigh. Here you will find gracious living in a cozy setting, while ..."
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"Welcome to Cadence Garner, a very special kind of retirement community with a unique take on Assisted Living and Memory Care. We focus on wh..."
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"We believe in helping your loved ones get the support they need to empower the lifestyle they want. Located among natural beauty, our active..."
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"SMALLER IS BETTER When It Comes To the ELDERLY. Our mission is to provide a safe, reliable, comfortable, and caring environment. We value e..."
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"Welcome to Lynn's Care Home at Riverside. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-..."
READ MORE114 Polks Village Lane, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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"Chatham Ridge is a state-of-the-art assisted living community with specialized care for residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia in our secur..."
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"The Enclave is a senior living care home that accommodates up to 6 seniors at a time. The Enclave supports and encourages mental, social, an..."
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"We are proud to offer a different kind of assisted living/memory care community in Chapel Hill. Our homes are all designed to be welcoming, ..."
READ MORE612 Red Clover Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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5.0
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"At Renaissance Care Home, we treat your loved ones the way you treat them! You can expect nothing less than excellent service and compassio..."
READ MORE"Avendelle at Lazy River is located in Raleigh, NC (just off of New Hope Road close to New Bern Avenue), and is an elderly care home position..."
READ MORE7501 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
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"Housed in a building featuring architecture influenced by the Arts-and-Crafts Era, Magnolia Glen is a senior living community full of warmth..."
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"Here at Morningside of Raleigh, residents enjoy a warm and welcoming community filled with events, activities and a caring staff that seeks ..."
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"Cambridge Hills Assisted Living is an all-inclusive community. Connecting with people whether it be with friends, family or other residents ..."
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1500 Sawmill Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
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"Springmoor is a nationally accredited full service life care retirement community located in a beautifully developed area in Northwest Ralei..."
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"Refund Plans: 90% of Entrance Fee; 50% refund (Price: 77% of Entrance Fee); Declining Balance of 2%/mo. (Price: 55% of Entrance Fee). Assist..."
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"Refund Plan: Declining Refund at 2%/mo. for 50 mos. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on discounted Fee-For-Service basis."
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"Refund Plan: 90%# Refund of resale Price: with net appreciation shared 50% between estate and facility. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on ..."
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"__________________________________________ Remodeled in 2015, Absolute Care Assisted Living offers compassionate care within a welcoming sm..."
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"Spring Arbor of Apex is located on Spring Arbor Court in Apex, North Carolina. It’s convenient to Highway 55 and just a short distance from ..."
READ MORE1600 Wake Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
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"Nurturing Nest Family Care Home is a unique alternative for your loved one, providing a more intimate homelike setting as compared to the ty..."
READ MORE6516 Johnson Pond Road, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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4901 Waters Edge Dr., Raleigh, NC 27606
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"______________________________________ Welcome to Lynn's Care Home Saybrooke. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the..."
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5.0
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"The Oaks at Whitaker Glen is Raleigh's premier continuing care retirement community providing independent living with supportive service..."
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"We are proud to offer a different kind of assisted living/memory care community in Chapel Hill. Our homes are all designed to be welcoming, ..."
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"We have qualified employees that offer professional care to our residents such as meals and snacks, medication management, stimulative activ..."
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114 Polks Village Lane, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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4.3
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"Chatham Ridge Assisted Living is based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The town of approximately 64,000 residents has a great history, as it..."
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"Patient-to-staff ratio and the cleanliness of Eno Point Assisted Living are just two of the many things residents and their loved ones descr..."
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"Residents and their families appreciate the personalized care and attention provided by staff at The Stratford in Chapel Hill, North Carolin..."
READ MORE2713 Green Lane Dr, Durham, NC, 27712, Durham, NC 27712
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5.0
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"Welcome Home to Rockbridge Senior Care Home Our senior living experience is a stress-free home for your dearest of loved ones. Here at Rock..."
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"Whether for you or a loved one, The Covington offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our r..."
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4.0
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"Just off Highway 70, you’ll find the Durham Ridge Assisted Living center, which is located in the bustling and cultural city of Durham, Nort..."
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"Welcome to The Haven at Fuquay. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifestyle..."
READ MORE2445 Deanwood Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615
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5.0
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"When you choose Gracie Sturdivant Care Homes, senior living will start feeling a lot like taking an extended vacation. Here, you can sit bac..."
READ MORE2309 Ellington Street, Durham, NC 27704
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5.0
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"Lovely and very nice are two of the things people say about the Tower Of Blessing A Refuge To Seek II in Durham, North Carolina. This senior..."
READ MORE129 Nortwick Road, Rolesville, NC 27571
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"Located in Rolesville, North Carolina, this property is convenient to Wake Forest, North Raleigh, Louisburg, and the surrounding areas. This..."
READ MORE5010 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713
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"______________________________________ Welcome to Adorable Senior Living. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort..."
READ MORE502 Carolina Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27606
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"Peach Tree Assisted Living Home is a locally owned assisted living care home with 7 residents. Peach Tree Assisted Living Home is located in..."
READ MORE"24/7 staffing and Personal Assistance Health monitoring Medication Management Nurse availability: On-Call 24/7. Registered Nurse evaluati..."
READ MORE1975 Hickory Bark Dr, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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"We are Driven by Values ParentCare Assisted Living is a small family care home and serves only six residents or less per house at a t..."
READ MORE"______________________________________ Welcome to North Hills Senior Living. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the co..."
READ MORE"The Manor at Saratoga is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly licensed by the State of North Carolina to serve up to six residents. W..."
READ MORE"The Manor at Edgewater is a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly licensed by the State of North Carolina to serve up to six residents. ..."
READ MORE"By design, each LiveWell assisted living micro community encourages connection with nature, social interaction, discovery, and peace of mind..."
READ MORE3604 Neuse Estates Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604
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"Renaissance Care Home, with 2 additional Care Homes to choose from in the Raleigh/Wake Forest area and one in Brier Creek, is driven by its ..."
READ MORE1004 Edenburghs Keep Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545
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"When you choose Gracie Sturdivant Care Homes, senior living will start feeling a lot like taking an extended vacation. Here, you can sit bac..."
READ MORE1100 Wellstone Circle, Apex, NC 27502
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"Avendelle at Shepherds Vineyard is a new Avendelle elderly care home located in Apex, NC, one of the fastest-growing and top-rated towns in ..."
READ MORE534 Country Ln, Holly Springs, NC 27540
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"At Poole Road Family Care we are dedicated to providing compassion and kindness to our residents and fellow employees. Our trained and tenur..."
READ MORE"Our residential care home is licensed for 5, which aides us in providing personalized and individualized care for our current and potential ..."
READ MORE6809 Sandy Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
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1306 Tamarisk Lane, Durham, NC 27703
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"Ellison's Rest Home resides in a welcoming part of Durham, North Carolina. It's just a short drive from the downtown area and major shopping..."
READ MOREPo Box # 1125, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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4520 Dilford Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604
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"Located in North Raleigh in the Wyckford subdivision (just off of New Hope Road close to New Bern Avenue), Avendelle Assisted Living at Wyck..."
READ MORE605 Lawson Cypress Lane, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
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"Welcome to the Haven at Southern Oaks in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina. We are located in just the sort of neighborhood you've always fe..."
READ MORE"Situated in northern Raleigh, NC, Elsie's Place Family Care Home is conveniently located near outdoor recreation areas including lakes, stat..."
READ MORE1008 Flower Round Court, Raleigh, NC 27610
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"Located in North Raleigh in the Waterford Landing subdivision (just off of North Rogers Lane close to New Bern Avenue), Avendelle Assisted L..."
READ MORE"Wrenette's Place it's a beautiful, warm, and friendly multi-room home where each person is treated with respect, dignity, and care. It's a h..."
READ MORE11476 Club Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
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"We are proud to offer a different kind of assisted living/memory care community. Our assisted living homes are all designed to be welcoming,..."
READ MORE7133 Rock Service Station Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
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"Located just off the Durham Freeway, Veranda at Whitted School is convenient to all sorts of urban amenities including shopping, dining and ..."
READ MORE"Prestige Family Care Homes Inc. is tucked in a residential district that is surrounded by churches and businesses in Durham, NC. Less then 2..."
READ MORE6828 Old Stage Rd N, Angier, NC 27501
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"Priority given to Christians at local assemblies. Refund Plan: Declining Balance of Entrance Fee for 5 yrs. Assisted Living and Nursing Care..."
READ MORE405 Barrington Hall Dr., Rolesville, NC 27571
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"Caring Hands...Touching Hearts...Helping You We Care For You At Heavenly Family Care Home, we are dedicated to providing you with comp..."
READ MORE"Ramsgate Family Care Home is in a quaint residential area along North Carolina Highway 157 in the northern part of Durham. It's less than a ..."
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"The most difficult decision you will ever have to make what to do when your loved one can no longer care for themselves. They can no longe..."
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I am staying at Jordan Oaks. They are friendly. The room is actually kind of spacious for a studio and a handicap room. I am able to access the shower and everything. The staff is really helpful and friendly. They have a chef that prepares meals and they have good variety.
Bryan
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I visited Brookdale MacArthur Park for my mom and it was fine. The staff was very helpful. They showed me a single room and a shared room. They have an on-site salon. They have a dining room and all different types of activities, but I didn't get to see the specific types of activities. They do activities right now. I didn't ask about visitation. I really wasn't worried about that. Obviously, it's all going to be different because of COVID anyway.
Todd
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March 22, 2021
I visited Brookdale MacArthur Park. I was very comfortable with the staff. They were very helpful, they spent a lot of time with me as they helped me with this decision. I sat with the sales manager, KC, for a good two hours. She gave me all the time I needed, I didn't feel rushed, and she was honest with me. I also met some of the residents, and they were very helpful. In fact, one of them -- an ex-teacher like my mother is -- offered her phone number in case my mom had any questions. It was very pleasant, I think it was a great visit. The residents all seemed very happy, and they're well taken care of. I was very happy with the place.
Ken
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Waltonwood Cary Parkway was very nice. The cost was a little bit more than other places though. The food was good. They had a big dining room, which was very nice. The units themselves were very nice, very clean, and modern. They have independent, assisted, and memory care units that you can move from one to the other if you needed to. The place was spick and span clean. The dining room was a good size. They had nice tablecloths, and you actually order from a menu like a sit-down restaurant. They had several choices of things that you can order for that one meal. It was nice.
JG
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My mother lived at this facility for over a year and although it is picture perfect looking, it falls short in providing a caring, dignified environment. Avendelle costs over 8K a month, yet the food, staff, and activities provided do not reflect the high-cost. - POOR FOOD AND SMALL PORTIONS Avendelle\'s model does not include professional food service instead, the low-paid staff is expected to cook on top of there other duties. This has extremely poor results, food is over-cooked, unidentifiable, and repetitious. Sandwiches are served with one slice of \'luncheon meat\' and the staff has stated that the permitted portion size when chips are served is three chips! Also on several occasions, the house ran out of milk before the end of the month. No new milk was provided until the new month\'s groceries arrive. - CONSTANT STAFF TURN-OVER We\'ve been told that Avendelle pays less than other providers...and it shows in the constant staff turn-over. There were times when managers were working multiple shifts because staff simply did not show up or quit mid-shift. Four months before Mom moved, a new director was put in place to fix the many problems - alas, we saw no improvements and unfortunately, things appeared to be getting worse! - LACK OF ACTIVITIES Avendelle\'s activity calendar is rarely followed. Residents usually set in front of the television for most of the day and they are shuffled off to bed soon after dinner ends - at 5:30. Don\'t be wooed by Avendelle Maynard\'s new home-feel and tasteful decorating - in this case, beauty is only skin deep. Note: This review covers our experience from 2018 to 2019.
J.M.
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March 28, 2019
My visit to Jordan Oaks was a good experience, but it doesn't have what we need. It seemed okay, the rooms were small, and they offer 2 meals a day. They had a gym, swimming pool, library, and computer room. The staff seemed okay.
BC
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January 6, 2019
I liked the facilities at Jordan Oaks, but I just wasn't really impressed with them. When I went in, I met the lady who was going to show me around and she gave me a 10-minute tour. She sat me down with one of the residents who was a very nice lady, but she was telling me about the problems that they had there. The lady who showed me around was nice, but didn't do much of a tour. They had some apartments that looked nice and kind of opened out into a grassy area. The general cafeteria was huge, but crowded. Everybody seemed really nice though. There wasn't an awful lot in the exercise room and it was not as well-equipped as the other places. There was a beautician that came in as well. It was an older place, but it was beautiful, and it had nice amenities and decorations.
Carol
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August 20, 2018
Brookdale MacArthur Park was very nice and if my mother had been able to afford it and has been able to make an interstate move, we would have loved to consider them. It was a little bit beyond our price range, but I really liked it. It's a very good facility and they have an excellent staff. The rooms were clean, fairly spacious, very nice, and suitable. The menu seemed good and various. They have a nice outdoor patio, sitting areas, common areas for sitting and doing activities, a TV room, and an activity room. There are places for the residents to be out and about so they don't have to stay in their room all the time. It's in a beautiful neighborhood with beautiful grounds, trees, and flowers. It's just a very well-maintained area as well as the building itself. It was very inviting.
John
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June 10, 2018
Sunrise of Cary was a good community. The girl who gave me the tour was the activities director. She showed me all the things they're involved with, and I think it's quite extensive and impressive. The place was nice and clean, and the rooms were OK. They had lots of community areas. My wife has an indwelling catheter but they're not too keen on that. I'd rate them highly except for the pricing.
In Cary, assisted living care costs an average of $5,750 per month, according to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study. This is significantly more expensive than the national average of $4,000 per month. It’s also approximately $2,000 more per month than the North Carolina average of $3,693.
In some of North Carolina’s major metropolitan areas, such as Wilmington ($5,355), assisted living care is almost as expensive as it is in Cary. Other areas, such as Goldsboro ($2,750) and Burlington ($2,800), are much more affordable.
Note: Senior care cost data wasn’t available for Cary, so data for Raleigh, the closest major city, was used.
Cary/Raleigh area
$5,750
National average
$4,000
State average
$3,693
Asheville
$4,491
Burlington
$2,800
Charlotte area
$3,803
Greensboro area
$4,883
Goldsboro
$2,750
Wilmington
$5,355
A major factor influencing the cost of senior care in Cary is the type of care that a senior needs. At $1,192 per month, adult day health care is approximately one-fifth the cost of assisted living care. Homemaker services and home health aides are also significantly less expensive than assisted living care. However, seniors may incur other costs if they decide to stay at home, such as rent, home maintenance and utilities, which are usually included in the price of assisted living care. The most expensive type of care in Cary, nursing home care, costs nearly $1,400 more per month than assisted living care. Cost of Homemaker/Home Health Aide Comparison Chart
Assisted living
$5,750
Homemaker services
$3,766
Home health aide
$3,909
Adult day health
$1,192
Nursing home care (semiprivate room)
$7,125
Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program that provides health care coverage for eligible low-income Americans. Elderly adults, pregnant women, children, people with disabilities and other groups may be eligible for Medicaid coverage. North Carolina Medicaid covers an assortment of medically necessary services, such as doctor visits, hospital visits, outpatient therapy, nursing home care and home health services. It may also cover Medicare recipients’ deductibles, co-payments and premiums.
Seniors who live in Cary may be eligible for North Carolina Medicaid if they meet the program’s financial requirements. The monthly Medicaid income limit is $1,012 for a single senior and $1,372 for a couple. Resources, which include cash, retirement accounts and stocks, are limited to $2,000 for single seniors and $3,000 for couples.
In addition to these financial requirements, seniors must either be U.S. citizens or have proof of immigration status and they must provide proof of residency. Seniors must also have a Social Security number or have applied for one.
The Medicaid Deductible program may help seniors who have high medical bills but exceed North Carolina Medicaid’s income and resource limits. Seniors who are accepted into this program spend their own money on medical bills until they reach their predetermined deductible. Once seniors meet this deductible, Medicaid coverage kicks in.
In North Carolina, there are three ways to apply for Medicaid. Seniors can apply online through the North Carolina ePass portal. They can also fill out a paper application and mail it to their county Department of Social Services (CDSS) office or visit this office to apply in person. The address is:
Wake County Division of Human Services
220 Swinburne St
P.O. Box 46833
Raleigh, NC 27620
Seniors who aren’t able to apply through any of these three methods can call the Wake County DSS at (919) 212-7000 to receive further assistance.
Personal Care Services Program
Seniors may be eligible to receive support from the Personal Care Services program, a Medicaid waiver. This program does not pay for room-and-board costs in assisted living facilities. However, it provides personal support services to seniors who need help with activities of daily living (ADLs). ADLs include bathing, dressing, eating, mobility and toileting.
To qualify for assistance through this program, seniors must have a disability or medical condition. They must also need at least limited hands-on assistance with three ADLs. Seniors who need help with two ADLs may qualify if they need extensive or full assistance with one. Eligibility for this program is determined based on an independent medical assessment. Since this program is an entitlement, anyone who is eligible can receive services.
For more information about Medicaid, seniors can call the North Carolina Medicaid Division of Health Benefits at (919) 855-4100.
Optional State Supplementation
Low-income seniors in Cary may be eligible to receive monthly funding from North Carolina’s Optional State Supplementation (OSS) program. This program provides an additional monthly benefit to seniors who live in adult care homes and receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments. Single seniors can receive a maximum monthly benefit of $554 from this program, while couples are treated as individuals and each may receive the maximum benefit amount. This includes a personal needs allowance of $46 per month, which seniors can use to purchase clothing or other personal items.
Seniors who are SSI eligible and live in a licensed assisted living facility may qualify for this benefit. To learn more about this benefit, seniors can visit their local Social Security office or call the Social Security Administration at (800) 772-1213.
PACE
The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provides support to eligible seniors in the Cary area. This program does not pay for room and board costs in assisted living facilities, but it may cover services that seniors who live in these facilities require, including personal care, nursing care and homemaker care.
To be eligible for PACE services, seniors must be 55 years of age or older. They must need the level of care that is provided in nursing homes but be able to safely live in an assisted living facility or elsewhere in the community. Seniors also must be enrolled in Medicaid and/or Medicare or have the ability to privately pay for their services.
Senior CommUnity Care of North Carolina is the PACE provider for Cary. For more information about PACE or to apply for services, call (919) 425-3000.
State and County Special Assistance
Low-income seniors may be eligible to receive cash supplementation from the State and County Special Assistance program. Seniors can receive a maximum monthly benefit of $1,228 from this program. The monthly benefit includes a personal needs allowance of $46, which seniors can use to purchase essentials.
To be eligible for this program, seniors must be 65 years of age or older and live in an approved assisted living facility. Seniors can apply in person at the Wake County DSS office. Seniors who are not able to apply in person can send another person to apply for them. For more information about this program, seniors can call the Wake County DSS office at (919) 212-7000.
Cary residents who are 55 years of age or older can visit the city’s senior center for socialization and enrichment opportunities. The center offers clubs, fitness classes, volunteer opportunities, events and other activities for seniors. Seniors can also rent the center for their own private events.
Cary Senior Center
120 Maury O’Dell Pl, Cary, NC 27513
(919) 469-4081
Seniors can visit one of the community assistance agencies in the Cary area to receive information and support. The local AAA connects seniors with resources and support programs. Seniors can visit the Social Security office for assistance with Social Security benefits. Triangle J Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging
4307 Emperor Blvd, Ste 110, Durham NC 27703
(919) 549-0551 Durham Social Security Office
3511 Shannon Rd, Ste 200, Durham, NC 27707
(888) 759-3908
There are several Veterans Affairs resources located in the Cary area. Seniors can visit the Veterans Services office for assistance with VA benefits. Eligible veterans who require medical assistance can visit the VA hospital in nearby Durham or any of the four VA clinics in Raleigh. Individual and group counselling is offered through the Vet Center.
Wake County Veterans Services Office
3000 Falstaff Rd, Raleigh, 27610
(919) 212-8387
Durham VA Medical Center
508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705
(919) 286-0411
Raleigh Vet Center
8852 Ellstree Ln, Ste 122, Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 361-6419
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