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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wake County, NC

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Wake County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Wake County, NC may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Wake County or another care type is right for you. Browse 32 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Wake County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pullen Park, Hillsborough-Wade and Kirby-Bilyeu.
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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55 reviews
9.5
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55 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
33%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
2%
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My mom stayed there for two weeks as a respite care. She was very happy with their service. The room and bathroom were clean and looked homely. People who worked there were nice and friendly. They have lots...
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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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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66 reviews
9.4
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66 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
36%
3 star
9%
2 star
2%
1 star
8%
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No basis for an answer when it comes to the activities. He didn't participate in any activity. He died after being there 10 days. However, based on the experience we did have with the community, we 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.
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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9.2
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28 reviews
9.2
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28 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
30%
3 star
19%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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My brother has been in Morningside Memory Care for about 2 months. I found them thru A Place for Mom, which I had a wonderful experience with. My brother is 83 years old & has lived by himself for many...
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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9.1
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41 reviews
9.1
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41 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
24%
3 star
7%
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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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9.0
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50 reviews
9.0
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50 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
34%
3 star
16%
2 star
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My mom has been treated extremely well and she has been happy since her first day. They make her feel safe and comfortable, and address any needs quickly. I can't say enough about the staff, they go above...
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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44 Floor plans available
9.0
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88 reviews
9.0
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88 reviews
5 star
40%
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35%
3 star
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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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55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
12 reviews
8.8
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12 reviews
5 star
50%
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3 star
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My mom says the meals are so so. Too much starch for her. They often run out of things on the menu, is why I give it a 3. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have...
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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1010 Floor plans available
8.8
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63 reviews
8.8
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63 reviews
5 star
30%
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42%
3 star
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2 star
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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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8.8
Review score
32 reviews
8.8
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32 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
34%
3 star
3%
2 star
6%
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When it comes the meals and dining, sometimes, it looks like a cafeteria food. The indoor activities receives a 4 and the outdoor activities gets a 2. With the value for cost that may be due to a decline in...
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.
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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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
35 reviews
8.8
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35 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
31%
3 star
11%
2 star
6%
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Great staff. [name removed] was very accommodating. We were scrambling to get my brother in law tranfered out of rehab into an assisted living facility. Falls river went out of there way to meet are needs...
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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66 Photos available
8.5
Review score
21 reviews
8.5
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21 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
5%
2 star
19%
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We chose Cadence at Garner mainly due to the value for the money as well as availability at the time when we needed it. It has been a positive experience overall.
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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33 Photos available
8.4
Review score
24 reviews
8.4
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24 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
21%
3 star
25%
2 star
4%
1 star
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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...
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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1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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11 reviews
8.4
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11 reviews
5 star
27%
4 star
46%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
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Staff turn over. Undocumented and / or reported incidents (injuries). Clothes not separated after the laundry process. We are exploring the idea to relocate to a new location.
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.
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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8.3
Review score
86 reviews
8.3
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86 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
37%
3 star
13%
2 star
7%
1 star
9%
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I researched several places before deciding to choose Terrabella. All places are expensive but I found the cost to be reasonable and the level of care commensurate with the others. It was a difficult...
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.
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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88 Photos available
8.0
Review score
9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
11%
4 star
56%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
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11%
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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
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.
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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8.0
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23 reviews
8.0
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23 reviews
5 star
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From the moment you walk into Abbotswood at Stonehenge you will realize what a special place it is. Spend some time and you will confirm your initial feelings. You will see smiling faces and happy residents....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. Whatever your interests and desire for activity, you are free to enjoy the company of friends at community social events, participate in educational enrichment programs...
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7.9
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18 reviews
7.9
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18 reviews
5 star
11%
4 star
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3 star
39%
2 star
6%
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All of the categories I would rate 5 stars. I have had great experiences here. Nothing is perfect, but their cheerfulness and willingness to help at every turn is just so wonderful. We would absolutely...
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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5 star
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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
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.
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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77 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.6
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24 reviews
7.6
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24 reviews
5 star
47%
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3 star
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The staff is very well trained and genuinely caring of all the residents. They provide a number of interactive activities and entertainment. Above all, the atmosphere is much more family-like than any other...
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.
For those with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia, we offer a safe environment and exceptional memory care. At our community, located in a quiet residential Cary, N.C., neighborhood, near the Research Triangle of Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill, we can help you and your family as you...
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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
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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44 Floor plans available
7.3
Review score
19 reviews
7.3
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19 reviews
5 star
26%
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37%
3 star
11%
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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
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: 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.
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Wake County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wake County is $5,750 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middlesex, NC with an average of $4,960 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wake County, NC vs. nearby counties

Wake County, NC
$5,750/mo
$5,735/mo
$5,470/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wake County, NC vs. the state and national average

Wake County, NC
$5,750/mo
U.S. national average
$4,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wake County vs. other types of senior living

$6,360/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,750/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wake County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,438/mo
Studio
$6,543/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,261/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,506/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Wake County over time

Wake County, NCNC stateNational

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Wake County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wake County

Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

4.3
Staff is great except for the accounting office. You have to repeatedly email or call to get an answer from them. We picked this community because of the price, location, and size of the rooms.

The Addison in Durham, NC

4.5
I would recommend to others. Overall, we are happy with the experience our mother is having, given her condition. The work of managing the memory care facility has got to be difficult and I appreciate them keeping her safe. Can't expect much more.

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.

Wake County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wake County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wake 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 Wake County 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 Wake County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wake County, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.3%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wake County 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 Wake County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wake County, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wake County 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 Wake County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wake County, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.9%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.4%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wake County 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 Wake County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wake County, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.4%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
53.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wake County 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 Wake County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wake County, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.6%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Meadowmont, Oak Hill Assisted Living and Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wake County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 32 nursing homes facilities near Wake County, North Carolina. See the full list.

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