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10 Best Nursing Homes in Knightdale, NC

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The experience at Falls River Court has been a great experience and yes we would recommend the community to other families based on that experience
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Falls River Village offers assisted living services to senior citizens. We also offer memory care services at Falls River Court which is located on our campus. Memory Care offers a lifestyle that's just right for you. With proximity to world-class museums, Southern-style mansions and convenient...
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All workers are very kind. It's very clean. Many activities for the residents. I would recommend Sunrise to others who are currently searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The staff is very friendly and helpful. My mother has been there over two months and doesn't have anything negative to say about the staff as well. The room is a good size, we love the fact she has a private...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Experience the Southern charm of Cadence North Raleigh. Ideally situated between North and Midtown Raleigh, Cadence North Raleigh offers easy access to great shopping, medical care and local culture. With beautiful grounds and outdoor spaces, this serene setting is an ideal spot for retirement...
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Best place in Raleigh. Management did everything they could to help us get adequate care for my brother in law. No other place helped us like Falls River. Not only on one occasion but twice. [name removed]...
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.
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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My mom really doesn't get involved with the activities, although [name removed] tries to get her to come down for just about everything. Mom likes the food, and the health aides are very nice to her, even...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Lease by October 29 and get $1,000 off your rent for the first three months. THAT’S A SAVINGS OF $3,000!*We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and...
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The Wake Assisted Living Facility Director, Care Coordinator, & Med Techs are all always on top of things. They are a good team and delegate tasks the remaining staff in a productive and efficient way....
Provides: Memory Care
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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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I have lived here for 3 1/2 years and have loved it since day one. The residents and associates are both caring and supportive. There are plenty of activities to keep us busy and entertained: theme...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Your next chapter awaits at Cardinal East. We are bringing brand-new senior living residences to an already thriving community campus at The Cardinal at North Hills. Life at The Cardinal at North Hills takes contemporary senior living to a new level and delights the senses with 5-star everything....
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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
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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.
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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This community came highly recommend to us, and we can't say anything other then we are completely impressed. When we first walk through the door someone is always there to greet us, and there is no stich...
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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My mother has made comments that the staff are all very kind to the residence As far as the activities go - It would be nice if they could take the residents on simple outings to somewhere other than target...
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.
Foundation Senior Living provides services for senior adults who wish to remain as self-reliant as possible while receiving support from care staff, 24/7.We provide care and services to fit the individual lifestyles of seniors who need minimal assistance with activities of daily living while...
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Due to my mother's bad eyesight, she has to be in an assisted living which has been a difficult adjustment for her. She has a nice room and we are working to make it feel more like home for her. The staff...
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.
Here at Zebulon House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency includes a complete array of services and accommodations.
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My dad’s transition to memory care was the best decision that could have been made for him. He is adjusting well and he is content. He loves the food and the caregivers. He rarely asks to go home now. We...
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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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
Alterra Sterling House is an assisted living residence that provides housing and assistance to older adults who want to retain their independence while receiving the daily support they need. The intimate setting for those with limited mobility, as well as specialized programming, help residents...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Knightdale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Knightdale is $5,273 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bailey, NC with an average of $4,138 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Knightdale, NC, vs. nearby cities

Knightdale, NC
$5,273/mo
$5,344/mo
$5,421/mo

Nursing homes costs in Knightdale, NC, vs. state and national averages

Knightdale, NC
$5,273/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Nursing homes costs in Knightdale, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,936/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,273/mo

Nursing homes costs in Knightdale, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,945/mo
Studio
$5,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,159/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,436/mo

Senior living costs in Knightdale vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Knightdale, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKnightdale, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,273/mo$4,467/mo$4,836/mo
Assisted Living$5,203/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,936/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living$3,725/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Nursing Homes
Knightdale, NC:$5,273/mo
North Carolina:$4,467/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Assisted Living
Knightdale, NC:$5,203/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Knightdale, NC:$5,936/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Knightdale, NC:$3,725/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Knightdale, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Knightdale 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.

Knightdale, NCNC stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Knightdale, NC

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Knightdale 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
Knightdale, NC$5,972/mo$5,644/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$5,913/mo$5,457/mo+8.4%
National$5,670/mo$5,388/mo+5.2%
Knightdale, NC
2024 average cost:$5,972/mo
2023 average cost:$5,644/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,913/mo
2023 average cost:$5,457/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,670/mo
2023 average cost:$5,388/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Knightdale

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Knightdale

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.

Spring Arbor of Raleigh

5.0
My loved one was a resident at Spring Arbor of Raleigh until they had a fire recently, which unfortunately displaced most of the residents. The staff at this facility was great. My loved one really liked the place. I liked it too, from my very first visit. Everything was great about my loved ...
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The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

4.9
We are pleased with variety of activities offered to residents. Most meals are tasty! All residents are upbeat and friendly. Friendliness and professionalism of staff. Configuration of studio apartment appealed to my mom.

Knightdale nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Knightdale 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
52.6%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.1%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.2%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.5%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.2%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.1%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.2%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Knightdale nursing homes

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 Knightdale Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Knightdale, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.1%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.4%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.6%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knightdale nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Knightdale 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
36.8%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.3%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Knightdale nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Knightdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
47.4%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knightdale nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Knightdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.1%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
36.8%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
0.5%
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Falls River Court, Sunrise of North Hills and Cadence at North Raleigh by Cogir are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Knightdale, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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