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Assisted Living in Cary, North Carolina

Cary is a large city in the western region of the Raleigh metro in age-friendly Wake County, providing access to reliable public transportation, cultural amenities and high-performing medical facilities. It’s home to Duke University Hospital and UNC Medical Center, both of which offer a range of adult specialties, as well as numerous nonprofit organizations that help seniors maintain their health and quality of life throughout retirement. Cary’s overall cost of living exceeds state and national medians by about 20%, but retiree-friendly tax laws may help older adults put more of their income toward care expenses. 

Assisted living is for older adults who don’t require around-the-clock medical monitoring but need basic personal care services. Along with housing and meals, these facilities provide individualized personal care services, housekeeping and laundry services, scheduled transportation and recreational activities, promoting a low-maintenance lifestyle for residents. While fees range depending on a facility’s location and on-site amenities, the typical facility in Cary charges $5,388 per month for services.  

Our introductory guide for assisted living in Cary provides more information on local assisted living costs, including how they compare to other cities throughout North Carolina and options you may have for paying for care. 

9 Assisted Living communities in Cary, NC | 20 nearby communities

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1. Sunrise of Cary

1206 Chatham Street, Cary, NC, 27513

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Woodland Terrace

300 Kildaire Woods Drive, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Brookdale MacArthur Park

111 MacArthur Drive, Cary, NC, 27513

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. HeartFields at Cary

1050 Crescent Green Drive, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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Glenaire, Cary, NC

5. Glenaire

4000 Glenaire Circle, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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Waltonwood Cary Parkway, Cary, NC

6. Waltonwood Cary Parkway

750 SE Cary Parkway, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living, Cary, NC

7. Stoneridge Gracious Retirement Living

105 Convention Drive, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 984-3845

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Spring Arbor of Cary, Cary, NC

8. Spring Arbor of Cary

1705 Kildaire Farm Road, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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Royal Oaks, Cary, NC

9. Royal Oaks

107 Edingburgh S, Cary, NC, 27511

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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20 matching communities nearby Cary

1. Atria Southpoint Walk

5705 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC, 27713

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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2. Sunrise at North Hills

615 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (855) 430-2394

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3. Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

3101 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 956-0235

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4. Sunrise of Raleigh

4801 Edwards Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27612

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (866) 975-4278

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5. Brookdale Chapel Hill Assisted Living

2220 Farmington Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 981-1799

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6. Abbotswood at Stonehenge

7900 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC, 27613

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 983-0331

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7. Bright Horizon Senior Care

1405 Falls Church Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $7500 / mo

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8. Carolina Reserve of Durham

4523 Hope Valley Road, Durham, NC, 27707

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (833) 949-3263

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9. Cadence North Raleigh

5219 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 843-7557

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10. Reserve at Mills Farm

2030 Laura Duncan Rd, Apex, NC, 27523

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 853-5446

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Lynn's Care Home at Riverside, Raleigh, NC

11. Lynn’s Care Home at Riverside

5614 Apalachicula Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27616

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $6500 / mo

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12. Falls River Village Assisted Living

1110 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC, 27614

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 874-4734

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13. Springdaile Assisted Living

4315 Holder Road, Durham, NC, 27560

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $3500 / mo

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14. TerraBella Northridge

600 Newton Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27615

Assisted Living

Call for Pricing (877) 881-2933

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15. Cadence Garner

200 Minglewood Drive, Garner, NC, 27529

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 892-7839

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North Hills Senior Living, Raleigh, NC

16. North Hills Senior Living

5313 Falls of Neuse Road, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (877) 897-5038

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17. Avendelle at Lazy River

2268 Lazy River Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $6500 / mo

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18. The Manor at Edgewater

1038 Stormy Ln, Raleigh, NC, 26710

Residential Care

Call for Pricing (877) 987-3784

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19. ParentCare Assisted Living

1975 Hickory Bark Dr, Fuquay Varina, NC, 27526

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

From $8000 / mo

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20. Livewell at Brassfield

2100 Brassfield Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27614

Assisted Living, Assistive Living, Respite Care-Short Term Stay, Supportive living

Call for Pricing (866) 882-3746

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What is Assisted Living?

Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >

COVID-19 Rules and Restrictions for Assisted Living in Cary

COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in North Carolina. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.

Paying For Assisted Living in Cary

The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that assisted living facilities in Cary charge $5,388 per month for care. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Cary 

Cary is one of the more expensive places to obtain assisted living, with monthly fees coming in at $5,388. By comparison, North Carolina’s median rate is $4,010, and nationally, seniors pay $4,500 for this type of care.

$5388

Cary

$4010

North Carolina

$4500

The United States

Assisted living in Cary costs $5,388 per month, which is nearly double the cost of care in Goldsboro, where rates are among the lowest in the state at $2,700. In Burlington, assisted living facilities charge $3,325 for services, and in New Bern, seniors pay $3,645. In Durham, residential care costs exceed the national average at $4,800. Asheville and Wilmington are costlier but still affordable compared to Cary, with assisted living fees coming in at $4,998 and $5,254.

$5388

Cary

$2700

Goldsboro

$3325

Burlington

$4800

Durham

$5254

Wilmington

$3645

New Bern

$4998

Asheville

Note: Data for Cary was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Raleigh, was used instead. 

How to Get Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cary

Paying for assisted living in North Carolina

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in North Carolina.

Cary Assisted Living Resources

Resource

Contact

Service

Cary Senior Center

(919) 469-4081

The Cary Senior Center provides recreational activities for those aged 55 and over. At this center, you can participate in art and fitness classes, clubs and volunteer activities. The center also has information specialists who help you connect with community-based programs to supplement what you obtain through assisted living, as well as free health insurance options counseling.

Triangle J Area Agency on Aging

(919) 549-0551

The Triangle J Area Agency on Aging is funded through the Older Americans Act to provide free services and support to those aged 60 and over. The local agency has information and referral specialists who help you connect with community-based services such as medical and wellness screenings and services, transportation, congregate meals and long-term care options counseling. The agency has a long-term care ombudsman who advocates on your behalf, helping you understand your rights as an assisted living resident and access the services in your care plan. The ombudsman can also help resolve issues such as insufficient or excessive services or substandard care.

Legal Aid NC

(919) 856-2564

Legal Aid NC is a statewide nonprofit organization staffed with licensed legal professionals who specialize in age-related issues. It operates several self-help clinics, including the Medicaid Managed Care Clinic, Living Wills Clinic and Social Security Disability Clinic, giving you access to important information regarding public benefits and other issues. It also has specialists who help you apply for Medicaid, which can help you pay for assisted living.

Resources for Seniors

(919) 713-1556

Resources for Seniors administers a range of programs and services to older adults in the Cary region. Its website highlights resources in the community that can help you with long-term care planning and finding ways to pay for assisted living. It also provides up-to-date information on current events that impact older adults, including how to obtain COVID-19 home testing kits, where to get AARP income tax filing assistance and local community happenings.

Wake County Veterans Services

(919) 268-7456

The county’s Veterans Services Office helps veterans and their qualifying family members apply for state and federal veterans’ benefits. Its staff can help you obtain supporting documents, military records and discharge upgrades and fill out and submit applications for benefits such as disability compensation, Aid and Attendance and pensions. The office’s website also lists important phone numbers for organizations such as outpatient clinics, vet centers, medical centers and the VA toll-free helpline. 

GoCary Door to Door Service

(919) 481-2020

GoCary Door to Door service provides local transportation services to those aged 60 and over who are unable to use public transportation due to age or disability. Paratransit services within three-quarters of a mile of any GoCary fixed route are free, and rides outside that boundary range from $4 to $9. Prior to making reservations, you must submit an application for services. The application approval process may take up to 21 days. 

Cary Assisted Living Laws and Regulations

Assisted Living Facilities in the Cary area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and regulations for assisted living in North Carolina