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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Clay, NC

The average cost of senior living in Clay is $5,003 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Castalia, NC with an average of $3,988 per month.

Assisted living costs in Clay, NC, vs. nearby cities

Clay, NC
$5,003/mo
$5,124/mo
$5,034/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NC, vs. state and national averages

Clay, NC
$5,003/mo
U.S. national average
$4,612/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,003/mo
$5,861/mo

Assisted living costs in Clay, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,165/mo
Studio
$6,628/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,964/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,599/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Senior living costs in Clay vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Clay, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeClay, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,003/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,861/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,000/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Clay, NC:$5,003/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Clay, NC:$5,861/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Clay, NC:$3,000/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Assisted living costs in Clay, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Clay and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Clay, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Clay have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Clay, NC$6,478/mo$5,937/mo+9.1%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Clay, NC
2024 average cost:$6,478/mo
2023 average cost:$5,937/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Clay, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Clay.

What families are saying about assisted living in Clay

Recent reviews for assisted living in Clay

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

3.9
We picked this community, because we knew some people there. Also the size was good - things were very accessible. Dining and amenities all in the building. We would recommend to other families. Initial issues with staffing and dining are being addressed but not up to par. Lots of staff and ...
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The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC

5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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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.

Clay review score based on 358 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 358 reviews of 81 Clay assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Clay review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Clay review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Clay, NC81 facilities
8.3
Oxford, NC100 facilities
8.3
Stem, NC123 facilities

Review subcategories for Clay assisted living

When assisted living 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 358 reviews of 81 Clay assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Clay resident and family assisted living 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.
Clay, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.3
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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Clay assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Clay assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Clay, 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 Clay assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Clay that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Clay, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Clay assisted living

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 Clay Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Clay, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.5%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Clay assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Clay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Clay, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Clay assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Clay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Clay, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Clay assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Clay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Clay, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Clay

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Clay protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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