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Assisted Living in Wake County, NC
The average cost of assisted living in Wake County is $5,750 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the county, as well as financing options to pay for it. You’ll find in-depth information on 71 assisted living facilities in Wake County and 18 in surrounding areas.
The Cost of Senior Care in Wake County, NC
- Assisted Living: $5,750
- Nursing Home Care: $7,125
- In-home Care: $3,766
- Adult Day Health Services: $1,192
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Elmcroft of Northridge is truly a great place to live and work and is proud to be a part of the Raleigh, North Carolina community.
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Centrally located near Raleigh’s world-class museums, southern-style mansions and abundant retail shops, Falls River Village is an ideal place to call home.
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Located in Raleigh, Sunrise at North Hills offers something for everyone in a serene park-like setting, with easy access to shopping, dining, banking and services.
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Brighton Gardens of Raleigh offers a complete range of senior care options, including assisted living and memory care, just minutes from shopping and services.
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Located in a suburb of Raleigh, Sunrise of Cary is an inviting senior community that is proud to provide for a wide array of care needs in an environment that is warm and homey.
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Brookdale MacArthur Park, located 20 minutes west of downtown Raleigh, combines the best of small-town charm with compassionate assisted living and memory care services for seniors.
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Sunrise of Raleigh, nestled in the heart of the Tar Heel State, is an inviting senior community providing exceptional assisted living, memory care and short-term stays.
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Brookdale Wake Forest is a leading assisted living community that specializes in caring for North Carolina seniors challenged by Alzheimer's and other types of dementia.
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Woodland Terrace is a full-service retirement community situated on 22 acres of landscaped grounds and offers a number of different senior living options.
Avendelle Assisted Living at Rolesville
129 Nortwick RoadRolesville, NC
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Located in Rolesville, North Carolina, The Haven at Rolesville is convenient to Wake Forest, North Raleigh, Louisburg, and the surrounding areas. It also features a large front yard and patios at both the front and the back for outdoor relaxation.
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The Haven at Waterford Landing is located in a quiet, upscale, and most importantly, safe, neighborhood. The Haven at Waterford Landing is a private-pay home focusing exclusively in elder care.
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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 a beautiful quiet neighborhood. We aim to provide the highest quality of care to all residents…
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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, friendly places for all friends and family. Whether your loved one is taking a stroll outside or…
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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 positioned in a peaceful, upscale neighborhood. This is a private-pay residence focusing exclusively on…
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Residents of The Haven at Fuquay enjoy a variety of care services tailored to meet their individual needs and preferences.
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A provider of supportive living options, North Hills Senior Living offers services and amenities Raleigh seniors seeking an inviting environment.
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Residents of Lynn's Care Home at Riverside enjoy a variety of care services tailored to meet their individual needs and preferences.
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We’re more than just a place to retire. We’re an active community of neighbors and friends perfectly located between two premiere cities. The Cambridge at Brier Creek offers you the luxuries of a first class resort with the support and…
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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 typical larger Senior Care Facility. We are licensed for up to 6 Residents and offer custom-tailored care…
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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 time. ParentCare Assisted Living Vision is to Care for every Senior like our parent. Based…
Chantilly Care Home at RiverStone
1116 Chilmark Ave.Wake Forest, NC
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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 longer be left alone, and you can't be there for them all the…
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HeartFields Assisted Living and Alzheimer's Care at Cary is a leading provider of assisted living and memory care that strives to ensure that each day is filled with five-star fun.
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Located on 12 acres of wooded grounds next to Brookhaven Nature Park, Magnolia Glen offers seniors a great selection of independent living and assisted living options.
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Nestled on 10 wooded acres in North Raleigh in a beautiful, antebellum building, Abbotswood at Stonehenge is a friendly retirement living community serving active seniors.
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Waltonwood Cary Parkway brings a distinct architectural character to the Cary area, reflecting a historical "Georgian" or "Jeffersonian" style residen...
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Carillon Assisted Living of Fuquay-Varina
6516 Johnson Pond RoadFuquay Varina, NC
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Bright Horizon Senior Care, located in Raleigh, provides seniors with a selection of amenities to encourage an enjoyable senior living experience.
Avendelle Assisted Living at Wyckford
4520 Dilford DriveRaleigh, NC
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Located in North Raleigh in the Wyckford subdivision (just off of New Hope Road close to New Bern Avenue), The Haven at Wyckford assisted living is located in a quiet, upscale, and most importantly, safe, neighborhood.
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Morningside of Raleigh brings new life to each resident through our wealth of community activities and events filled with entertainment and fun.
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A provider of supportive living options, Lynn's Care Home Saybrooke offers services and amenities Raleigh seniors seeking an inviting environment.
Avendelle at Southern Oaks
605 Lawson Cypress LaneFuquay Varina, NC
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The Haven at Southern Oaks is located in a quiet, upscale, and most importantly, safe, neighborhood in Fuquay-Varina, and we are a private-pay home focusing exclusively in elder care.
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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 quality of life ...
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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 tenured staff is here to serve the many differing needs of our residents, promoting creative thinking and learning,…
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Situated in Raleigh, Adorable Senior Living offers seniors a place to receive services and care within an inviting and home-like setting.
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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 residents. ...
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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 North Carolina. The area is known for its charm, tranquility, and safety, and this home’s neighborhood is…
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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, North Ca...
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At The Reserve at Mills Farm, we’re redefining senior living. Our innovative approach connects individuals with people, places, and activities that bring purpose and meaning to life. Residents enjoy high-quality care in a top-notch living environment. The Reserve at Mills…
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Avendelle Assisted Living Fuquay
709 Minerva Dale DrFuquay Varina, NC
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Avendelle Assisted Living Fuquay is located in the beautiful neighborhood of Avalon Springs in the town of Fuquay-Varina, NC. This community is home to more than 29,000 residents, 12.2% of whom are aged 65 and over. An abundance of parks,…
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Whitaker Glen Retirement Community
501 E Whitaker Mill RdRaleigh, NC
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Lees Long Term Care Facility
7133 Rock Service Station RdRaleigh, NC
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Carillon Assisted Living of Raleigh
4901 Waters Edge Dr.Raleigh, NC
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Carillon Assisted Living of Knightdale
2408 Hodge RoadKnightdale, NC
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Reviews of Wake County Assisted Living Facilities
Abbotswood at Stonehenge
I have had a parent there for several years now. The staff has been very professional and helpful. Good healthcare has been provided. The meals are very good and I am welcome to come and eat with my parent.
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We chose Elmcroft of North Ridge for my father-in-law. He requires a high level of care because he has dementia and a history of wandering, sundowning, and being difficult. He requires a lot of care, so he was in-between a skilled nursing facility and memory care. It was very difficult to find that combination of place...
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My parents moved into Elmcroft of North Ridge, which we visited three times. The first time we went we just visited and talked to different people. I knew someone there from another facility, which made it a little easier. I went back to look one more time, then I took my mother with me, and she liked it. It's a great ...
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I did not care for Elmcroft of North Ridge at all. It smelled, was dark, and dingy. The residents there were just roaming around, asking the staff to help them, but the staff would just reply, "Just a minute." I didn't like that. In fact, I left and cried because it was the first place I went to and I told myself I cou...
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We liked Elmcroft of North Ridge and even though we dropped in without an appointment, the staff members were friendly. The facilities were clean, the residents seemed happy, and the food smelled good. They have a lot of activities for the seniors to do, and there was physical therapy going on while we were there. I sa...
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I visited Elmcroft of North Ridge, and I found it to be a quality senior community. The rooms that I saw were very sufficient. People were finishing up their meals when I was there, so it wasn't in order, but it was fine.
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Assisted Living Costs in Wake County
According to the Genworth 2018 Cost of Care survey, seniors in Wake County pay the highest price in the state for assisted living care. At an average of $5,750 per month, the cost is about $400 more than in Wilmington, where the cost is the second highest in the state. Other major cities throughout North Carolina cost considerably less, particularly Goldsboro and Rocky Mount, where assisted living costs are the lowest in the state at $2,750 per month and in Burlington where they’re an average of $2,800. In the Charlotte area, the cost of assisted living is about midrange at $3,803 per month.
Note: Specific senior care cost information isn’t available for Wake County. Data for Raleigh, the largest city in the county, has been used instead.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas
Care Cost Comparison
The type of care senior citizens receive greatly affects the price they pay. In Wake County, assisted living costs quite a bit less than nursing home care, which averages $7,125 per month. Home care services are less expensive than assisted living care by nearly $2,000; however, an array of other costs need to be taken into account when seniors choose to receive care in their own home, including rent, groceries and utility bills. When considering all of these costs, assisted living is usually less expensive.
Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Wake County
Medicaid in North Carolina
North Carolina’s state Medicaid program assists low-income families and individuals with access to health care services, such as primary care and hospital services. It also helps its beneficiaries pay for expenses, such as prescription medications, necessary medical devices and nursing home care.
To qualify for Medicaid in North Carolina, applicants income must not exceed $1,041 per month ($1,410 for married couples applying together), and their total countable assets are limited to $2,000 ($3,000 for married couples). Although Medicaid considers all income sources when determining eligibility, some assets are exempt, including the applicant’s home, household furnishings, personal belongings and one vehicle.
Those who have excessively high medical expenses but don’t meet the program’s financial requirements may be able to take advantage of the state’s Medicaid spend-down program. This program allows Medicaid recipients to pay for their medical expenses before counting their income toward eligibility requirements. Those who choose to apply via this program may wish to work with a professional Medicaid planner.
To apply for Medicaid, seniors living in the Wake County area can complete an application online or call (888) 245-0179.
Personal Care Services Program
North Carolina’s Personal Care Services program operates under the state Medicaid plan and includes coverage for assistance with activities of daily living for individuals residing at home, a group home or an assisted living facility.
To qualify for this program, applicants must be cognitively impaired or disabled and require assistance with personal activities, such as dressing, bathing or toileting. They must also be fully eligible for the state Medicaid plan.
Seniors can apply to this program online or call (888) 245-0179 for more information.
Other Financial Assistance Programs for Assisted Living
Special Assistance Program for Adult Care Home Residents
This non-Medicaid, state-funded program helps seniors to pay for room-and-board costs in assisted living facilities and other types of long-term care homes. Coverage amounts are determined by the recipient’s income and calculated based on a sliding scale. Participants may receive up to $1,228 per month in benefits.
To qualify for this program, seniors must be at least aged 65 and have a medically documented need for long-term care. Financially, eligibility requirements are the same as Medicaid.
To apply, seniors living in Wake County can contact the Wake County Human Services Department at (919) 857-3763.
Optional State Supplement
Senior citizens in North Carolina may be able to receive a cash benefit of up to $887 per month from the state’s Optional State Supplement program. The benefit helps senior citizens to pay for additional expenses that aren’t covered by other state assistance programs, such as Medicaid.
The OSS is only available to seniors aged 65 and older and disabled adults who are recipients of the federal Supplemental Security Income benefit.
For more information, seniors can call the Wake County Human Services Department at (919) 857-3763.
Assisted Living Resources in Wake County
Senior Centers in Wake County
There are four senior centers in Wake County that provide opportunities for senior citizens to enjoy enriching activities with others. While each center offers a different program schedule, seniors can expect programs such as fitness classes, health workshops, bingo, card games and crafting to take place at each one.
Cary Senior Center
120 Maury O’Dell Pl., Cary, NC 27412-8005
(919) 469-4081
Eastern Wake Senior Center
323 Lake Dr., Wendell, NC 27591-9492
(919) 365-4248
Garner Senior Center
205 E. Garner Rd., Garner, NC 27529-3311
(919) 779-0122
Northern Wake Senior Center
235. E. Holding St., Wake Forest, NC 27587-2927
(919) 554-4111
Area Agency on Aging
The Division of Aging and Adult Services in Raleigh acts as Wake County’s Area Agency on Aging. The organization administers programs and services to improve the quality of life for senior citizens and their caregivers. These services include caregiver training, respite care, adult protective services and benefits assistance.
Division of Aging and Adult Services
2101 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2101
(919) 855-3400
Veterans Affairs
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs provides programs and benefits to seniors and other U.S. citizens who’ve served in the military. Benefits include disability, pension and health care services, which can be accessed at VA clinics and hospitals.
Wake County VA Clinic
3040 Hammond Business Pl., Ste. 105, Raleigh, NC 27603-3666
(919) 899-6259
Raleigh VA Clinic
3305 Sungate Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27510-2871
(919) 212-0129
Raleigh Vet Center
8851 Ellstree Ln., Raleigh, NC 27617
(919) 361-6419
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