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Photo of Falls River Villages
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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38 reviews
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Friendly caring staff. Clean facilities. The rooms are big enough for my mom to maneuver her wheelchair. Plenty of on site activities. (Mom no longer goes on the offsite trips so I cannot say what they are...
Provides: Assisted 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.
At Falls River Village, our goal is to provide the highest quality-of-life for each of our residents. Falls River Village is dedicated to our life engagement philosophy of social, psychological, spiritual and physical well-being for every resident. This dedicaiton is reflected in every erffort...
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Photo of Heritage Greens
1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.6
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49 reviews
8.6
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Meetings with sales and assistant executive director were friendly, honest and straightforward as far as the cost ect. Apartments and studios are large enough with lots of windows and sunlight. Staff is...
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.
Three decades of experience means senior living that you can depend on. Heritage Greens offers a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich campus that includes a full continuum of senior lifestyle options from Independent Living apartment homes to Assisted Living and Memory Care. Pathways meander...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Raleigh
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8.5
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76 reviews
8.5
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Overall has been good. Bright spot is the care/staff and resident feedback All seem very helpful, skilled and friendly. Parents like most staff there. Also they are quick to respond to providing services...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Photo of Sunrise of Raleigh
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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93 reviews
8.5
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Staff are very caring, gentle, really get to know residents(though the facility is understaffed especially at night and weekends, which just seems to be industry standard. Their staffing levels are better...
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...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House
1111 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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My mom chose it because of the location and because she had friends who highly recommended it. My mom has been at Commonwealth for a year now and she LOVES it. There is always something to do and someone to...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House has long been the area’s premier choice for retirement living and is now even better. Offering the choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, our residents live comfortably in the beauty of this historic building. Our community has recently...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Cary
55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.4
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21 reviews
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[name removed] loves her "apartment ". They have fresh flowers a couple times a week so she can make flower arrangements for her room. There is a menu at each meal plus side order of sandwiches and...
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 The Addison of Fuquay Varina
11 Photo available
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8.4
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The staff are friendly and strive to create a sense of community. The care is good and the admin staff strive to make things right if there are any issues. The food has been very good and the activities...
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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66 Photos available
8.2
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27 reviews
8.2
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I believe a process change needs to take place for every new resident to the Community. I can only speak for Garner location as that is where my loved one was. Change I suggest is: Every new Memory Care...
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 Brookdale Eden
77 Photos available
8.2
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17 reviews
8.2
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am glad I chose Brookdale to place my mother when we could no longer take care of her at home. At Brookdale, she has settled in well. The staff are kind and helpful. Her room is always neat. She has choices...
Provides: Assisted 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.
When you’re considering a life of redefined independence, the historic town of Eden, N.C., where the Dan and Smith rivers meet, just might be the place. Our community is quiet and tranquil, offering convenient access to eclectic shopping, historic sites and local attractions such as the Eden...
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Photo of Toney Rest Home
1111 Photos available
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They have made such a difference in my mother's quality of life. They are always cleaning. The floors, rooms, etc...are immaculate. They insist that my mother get up and be apart of things. They will not...
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 Spring Arbor of Raleigh
33 Photos available
8.0
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25 reviews
8.0
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25 reviews
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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 Brookdale Danville Piedmont
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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8.0
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The registration process was easy, and not pushy. The facility is clean looking. The baseboards and windowsills are relatively dust free, as well as the common areas. I like that the trash is removed from...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Leave the laundry, housekeeping and yard work behind and spend your well-earned retirement doing exactly what you want. Rekindle an old hobby or start a new one. Catch up on your reading. At our assisted living community in Danville, Va., we want you to get back to the things you’ve always loved...
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Photo of Brookdale Northwest Greensboro
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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54 reviews
8.0
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54 reviews
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5+ - FOOD IS OUTSTANDING (all residents agree). Activities (not sure as they have been without an activities director for several months. Brookdale NW Greensboro was one of about 6 facilities we visited with...
Provides: Assisted 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.
At our community, which offers assisted living in the thriving city of Greensboro, N.C. , we believe sustaining social relationships and friendships is an integral part of aging well and living well. You can connect with others here who share similar interests and life experiences to enjoy a...
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Photo of Green Leaf Care Center
88 Photos available
8.0
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My mother is still at Greenleaf and she's doing OK. She would rather be home with family, but there's no one to give her the cash she needs. Green leaf is the best place for and they have a lot of things...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Green Leaf Care Center Green Leaf Care Center is an assisted living community located in Lillington, NC. The city of Lillington is located in Harnett County and home to about 3,000 people. Lillington is a small town where residents can do their local shopping, run errands, go to the theater, or...
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Photo of Morningview at Irving Park
1717 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
7.9
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47 reviews
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Clean, friendly staff, easy to navigate in the rooms if you are handicapped. Activities are daily planned, they have things like music, crafts, exercise etc. It is a nice variety.
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.
Morningview at Irving Park sits graciously on a high lot surrounded by beautiful neighborhoods, and conveniently located near shopping, medical offices and Moses Cone Hospital. Our excellent location is complimented by the lifestyle of comfort, compassion and caring found when stepping inside our...
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Photo of Sanford Senior Living and Manor
77 Photos available
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25 reviews
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Overall experience is good. Staff is nice but personal belongings go missing and are mixed up with other residents even with all items labeled. Need more activities. Care seams to be good. Could be a little...
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.
At Sanford Senior Living and Sanford Manor we recognize that having a resource for comfortable living coupled with care is important. We have 24/7 care staff on site and prepare and serve homestyle meals 3 times daily in the community. Activities, laundry, housekeeping and maintenance also...
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Photo of Brookdale Wake Forest
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.7
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37 reviews
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about this community. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed by the warm and compassionate staff. My family has such peace of mind knowing that our loved one is...
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.
You want to keep living your best life, and our community in the quaint college town of Wake Forest, North Carolina can help you do just that. Our beautifully landscaped campus is located near shopping, restaurants, and physicians’ offices, and we offer assisted living and memory care for our...
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Photo of Brookdale MacArthur Park
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.5
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34 reviews
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Very friendly admin staff. Remembers all our names. Apartment is very small. Food is very good. A nice variety. Care seems good so far. Occasionally my mom has to wait a bit long or try several times before...
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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Photo of Brookdale Asheboro
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.5
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39 reviews
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Staff are soooo good to my Mama... when I take her out, she stops and gives hugs to ALL STAFF... and tells them she loves them... she tells me she doesn't know where she is, but they are very good to her...
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 is conveniently located off of Interstate 73/74, providing easy access for those in Asheboro and nearby areas like High Point,Biscoe, Albemarle, Liberty, Siler City, Randleman, and Greensboro. One of the things that sets our community apart is how our memory care residents are...
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Photo of TerraBella Asheboro
1818 Photos available
7.5
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18 reviews
7.5
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The facility is always super clean. Staff is great for the most part. There does seem to be a lack of communication when trying to do check in on resident.
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.
TerraBella Asheboro honors veterans with lifetime savings. Receive 25% off your community fee and 5% off your monthly market rate. Learn more today!
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Photo of Brookdale High Point North
88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.2
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I'm very pleased with Brookdale High Point North. They are nice, attentive caregivers. Administration is always available to answer any questions.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our community is an assisted living residence in the northern part of High Point, N.C., a large city with small-town Southern charm. Our community is unmistakably charming, as well, providing the comfort, beauty and privacy you’d find in your own home. We feature private apartments as well as...
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Photo of Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
77 Photos available
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The staff was great. For the short time that Dad was there, they made him feel like he was Home. Cleanliness was the best out of every facility I have ever been in. The place was always buzzing with...
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.
A beautiful privately and locally owned community located in historical Pittsboro, North Carolina. We offer a comprehensive approach to senior care by meeting all the needs of individuals who require a full range of assistance from Independent, Assisted, and Hospice services. Accepting Private...
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Photo of Gabriel Manor
1010 Photos available
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We chose Gabriel Manor because I knew somebody that placed a relative there and they were very happy with it, also the location was about 15-20 minutes from my house. I have longtime healthcare. I've lost...
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 TerraBella Hillsborough
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I think the staff generally cares for the well-being of the residents. They do call them by their names and do tend to know the specifics of each resident and their needs. I am pleased when they address them...
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.
With two senior living options, including Assisted Living and our personalized Memory Care, our community is perfect for area residents who can benefit from available 24-hour care and service and a lifestyle free of worries that discards the heavy-duty of maintaining a home.Here at TerraBella...
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Photo of Adorable Senior Living
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I moved my mom to Adorable Senior Living after she sustained a terrible fall at another facility. The ladies at Adorable were nothing but kind and caring. They showed compassion for the resident and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Adorable Senior Living is a 17 bed Assisted Living facility located in Hillsborough NC. We have been at location for more than 50 years with new ownership in the last 4 years. Our staff members have over 25 years combined in senior care.We are located near historic district in downtown...
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Cost of assisted living in Orange County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Orange County is $6,120 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Person County, NC with an average of $5,740 per month.

Assisted living costs in Orange County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Orange County, NC
$6,120/mo
$6,570/mo
$6,248/mo

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

Orange County, NC
$6,120/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,120/mo
$9,134/mo

Assisted living costs in Orange County, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,227/mo
Studio
$5,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,355/mo

Senior living costs in Orange County 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: Orange County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOrange County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$6,120/mo$6,351/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$9,134/mo$7,472/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,567/mo$3,574/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Orange County, NC:$6,120/mo
North Carolina:$6,351/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Orange County, NC:$9,134/mo
North Carolina:$7,472/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Orange County, NC:$3,567/mo
North Carolina:$3,574/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Orange County, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Orange County 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 Orange County, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Orange County 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 average 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
Orange County, NC$6,217/mo$5,529/mo+12.4%
North Carolina$5,729/mo$5,264/mo+8.8%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Orange County, NC
2024 average cost:$6,217/mo
2023 average cost:$5,529/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,729/mo
2023 average cost:$5,264/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orange County, 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 Orange County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Orange County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Orange County

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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Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House in Danville, VA

5.0
We picked this community, because of the friendliness of the staff management cleanliness and out the other patients were being traded it was a super placeThey did a wonderful job with my mom and the staff treated her and the other people like family. I would highly recommend it.

North Pointe of Asheboro in Randleman, NC

5.0
It has been five years this month since Mother chose to make North Pointe of Asheboro her home. I was impressed with the staff and facility on my first visit and have continued to value both even more over the years. An inviting atmosphere and home-like environment greets everyone at the door ...
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Orange County review score based on 217 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 217 reviews of 9 Orange County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange County 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

Orange County review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Orange County, NC9 facilities
8.2
Durham, NC27 facilities
8.8
Alamance, NC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Orange County 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 217 reviews of 9 Orange County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orange County 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.
Orange County, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.8
4.3
Staff
4.2
4.6
Meals & dining
3.5
4.2
Activities
3.8
4.3
Value for cost*
3.9
4.3
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*Learn more about cost details

Orange County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange County, 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 Orange County 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 Orange County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Orange County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.1%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.6%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.4%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.6%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.6%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.6%
46%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Orange County 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 Orange County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orange County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.2%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.4%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.1%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.7%
12%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange County 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 Orange County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orange County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange County 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 Orange County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orange County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.8%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange County 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 Orange County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orange County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.4%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.8%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.6%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.7%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.3%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.2%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
32%
41%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.8%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orange County

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 Orange County protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Carolina Reserve of Durham, Chatham Ridge Assisted Living and Brookdale Meadowmont are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orange County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 122 assisted living facilities near Orange County, North Carolina. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Orange County, North Carolina are Home Place of Burlington, Spring Arbor of Apex and Carriage House Senior Living Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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