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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Garner, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Garner, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Garner, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Garner incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Garner memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Garner, 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 Wake Forest.

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Photo of Cadence at Garner by Cogir
66 Photos available
8.7
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22 reviews
8.7
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22 reviews
5 star
50%
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27%
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5%
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18%
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I think this memory care facility realize the true behaviors of patients. Unlike the last one I had mom with. I like them and would highly recommend this facility. The staff is great with all the patients...
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.
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Photo of Morningside of Raleigh
1212 Photos available
9.3
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28 reviews
9.3
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28 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
29%
3 star
18%
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0%
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4%
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I think Morningside of Raleigh is great and after two months, my dad is getting acclimated. The activities exist, my dad just doesn't participate.
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.
Located conveniently inside the beltline, Morningside of Raleigh is warm and inviting, home-like and comfortable, with a commitment to meeting the wants, needs and wishes of all who walk through our doors. Whether you are looking for retirement living or memory care, discover our experienced and...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Cary
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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13 reviews
9.0
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13 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
15%
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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.
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Photo of Gabriel Manor
1010 Photos available
9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
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7%
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We were about a month out from him being there one year and he passed away. Gabriel Manor was great. 5 the staff was so caring and keep us up to date on how his day was. It was clean, good meals, dad could...
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.
Gabriel Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care community opened in 2013 as Clayton, NC's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Saber Health Care Group is our parent company located in Ohio. Gabriel Manor is located between the "Cleveland" community and the town of Clayton off Highway...
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Photo of HeartFields at Cary
1414 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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63 reviews
8.8
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63 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
42%
3 star
13%
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5%
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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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Photo of Waltonwood - Cary
1919 Photos available
8.8
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42 reviews
8.8
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42 reviews
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50%
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24%
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2%
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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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Photo of The Addison of Fuquay Varina
11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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47 reviews
8.5
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47 reviews
5 star
38%
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23%
3 star
11%
2 star
9%
1 star
19%
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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.
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Photo of Wake Assisted Living Memory Care
22 Photos available
8.4
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19 reviews
8.4
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19 reviews
5 star
16%
4 star
42%
3 star
37%
2 star
5%
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The staff all care about the residents. The director is experienced, warm and friendly to families, and has a good connection with her staff. The onsite therapy team (an independent company) works well...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Wake Assisted Living Memory Care is a memory care community located in Raleigh, NC in Wake County. Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina and is known as the City of Oaks. It's a vibrant but charming town in the heart of the south. To the southwest of Raleigh is the Uwharrie National Forest,...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Raleigh
33 Photos available
8.4
Review score
25 reviews
8.4
Review score
25 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
20%
3 star
24%
2 star
4%
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The staff was very good and very attentive to my mother. Even times when I went at different times than my usual they were with her someone was. When she passed away I had just had open shoulder surgery so I...
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.
Photo of The Addison of Knightdale
44 Floor plans available
7.2
Review score
21 reviews
7.2
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21 reviews
5 star
24%
4 star
33%
3 star
14%
2 star
10%
1 star
19%
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My loved one at times complains of the food and she hears staff are unhappy with the chef. Some staff have quit bc of him, she was told. She was pleased with the activity director who may be away. I think...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Garner, NC

The average cost of senior living in Garner is $5,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Micro, NC with an average of $4,533 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Garner, NC vs. nearby cities

Garner, NC
$5,963/mo
$6,038/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Garner, NC vs. the state and national average

Garner, NC
$5,963/mo
U.S. national average
$5,363/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Garner vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,963/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Garner, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,113/mo
Studio
$6,218/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,222/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,663/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Garner over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Garner

Recent reviews for memory care in Garner

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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Carolina Reserve of Durham

4.8
My mom has been here for 6 months. Memory care. She's 91. The staff has been kind and caring. The facility isn't too big. About 50 residents I think. It's been a good experience all the way around. Memory care is difficult and they have done a really good job with my Mom.

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.

Garner review score based on 99 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 99 reviews of 10 Garner memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Garner 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

Garner review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Garner, NC10 facilities
8.5
Raleigh, NC22 facilities
8.3
Knightdale, NC11 facilities

Review subcategories for Garner 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 99 reviews of 10 Garner memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Garner 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.
Garner, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Garner memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Garner memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Garner, 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 Garner 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 Garner that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Garner, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
90%
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 Garner 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 Garner Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Garner, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
100%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
60%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Garner 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 Garner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Garner, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
70%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Garner 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 Garner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Garner, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
90%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
80%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Garner 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 Garner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Garner, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
70%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
90%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Apex, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir and Sunrise of Cary are the top-rated memory care facilities near Garner, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 memory care facilities near Garner, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Garner, North Carolina are Sunrise of Cary, Sunrise of Raleigh and Carolina Reserve of Durham. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Garner, 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 Garner, 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 Garner, 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 Garner, North Carolina ranges from $1118 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Garner, North Carolina is $5,963. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Garner, 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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