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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Duncan, NC
If your loved one needs memory care in Duncan, A Place for Mom can help. With 13 memory care facilities in Duncan, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Duncan incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Duncan memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Duncan, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kirby-Bilyeu, College Crest and University Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Raleigh, Clayton and Garner.
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9.6
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24 reviews
My mother in law received excellent care at Spring Arbor in Apex. We were impressed with everyone we encountered. The speech, occupational and physical therapists were also excellent. It was the right...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
Review score
58 reviews
We picked them because of the fact that they were willing to accept my husband. There's a great deal of staff turnover. I understand that's ubiquitous in this type of facility, but it does affect quality of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
13 reviews
The staff took feedback well and attempted to accommodate special requests etc. it's important that family be involved as staff was sometimes very slim.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
32 reviews
I am in charge of the care for a family member who because of a serious chronic condition cannot live alone. I have looked at many senior residences. Brookdale MacArthur Park is welcoming and supportive - a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community, located in Cary, N.C., is nestled away in a peaceful, residential area near the Research Triangle, just a short drive from the thriving metro areas of Raleigh and Durham. We offer two levels of care so that should your needs change over time and you require memory care, you have...
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1010 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
63 reviews
From the moment my dad got there everyone treated him like he was their own family. He was nervous about starting over with a new place on his own and the staff took him under their wing and made him feel...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to HeartFields, a Five Star Quality Care community! In our beautiful, home-like setting with stately architecture and a thoughtfully designed interior, you will be close to Western Wake Hospital, shopping, cultural activities, doctors and medical centers. We offer 24-hour nursing,...
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8.8
Review score
42 reviews
Staff was very helpful and move in went smoothly. They urgently needed to move in, but couldn't get their desired apartment at that time. Once one became available they were able to move them into that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...
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22 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
47 reviews
The Addison of Fuquay is a wonderful community and we are so glad we chose it for our loved one. The staff are always friendly and attentive and the food has always been delicious when we visit. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
40 reviews
.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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4 star
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3 star
11%
2 star
6%
1 star
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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care. Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment. Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of memory care in Duncan, NC
The average cost of senior living in Duncan is $6,267 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cameron, NC with an average of $4,615 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Duncan, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Duncan
Recent reviews for memory care in Duncan
The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC
4.0
It's quite expensive, especially for memory care. (One parent in independent living and one in memory care). Quality of care in memory care is hit or miss as well - some great staff and some not very good. I think the independent living is really good - great food - the dining room is like a ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC
4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.
Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care
4.6
The activities director is wonderful in memory care. My loved one in memory care receives very good care and attention from the staff. The only downfall I see, is that they need more staff.
There are three meals a day served to the residents, and they have some choices to choose from. Some ...
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Duncan review score based on 83 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 83 reviews of 10 Duncan memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Duncan review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Duncan review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Duncan memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 83 reviews of 10 Duncan memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Duncan resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Duncan, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Duncan memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Duncan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Duncan, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Duncan memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Duncan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
90%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Duncan memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Duncan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Duncan, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
90%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
90%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Duncan memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Duncan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Duncan memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Duncan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
80%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Duncan memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Duncan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
90%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Spring Arbor of Apex, Sunrise of Cary and Morningside of Raleigh are the top-rated memory care facilities near Duncan, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 13 memory care facilities near Duncan, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Duncan, North Carolina are Sunrise of Cary and Sunrise of Raleigh. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 13 memory care facilities near you in Duncan, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Duncan, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Duncan, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Duncan, North Carolina ranges from $1118 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Duncan, North Carolina is $6,267. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Duncan, North Carolina typically starts at $1118. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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