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Memory care in Bayleaf offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bayleaf is about $6,239 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 16 communities, read 493 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Falls River Assisted Living and Memory Care
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22 Floor plans available
8.8
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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: 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 carefully selected and trained staff at Falls River Assisted Living and Memory Care work closely with the residents and their families to develope personalized programs that focus on meaningful tasks which are engaging and stimulating while also being stress-free.
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Photo of Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir
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9.3
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19 reviews
9.3
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19 reviews
5 star
57%
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21%
3 star
11%
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All 5. This is the best place ever. My brother loves it at cadence. I feel comfortable with him there. I like the activities they have for the assisted living and memory care residents. They have outings 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 Sunrise of North Hills
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44 Floor plans available
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8.8
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94 reviews
8.8
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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
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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8.8
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65 reviews
8.8
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65 reviews
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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.
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
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33 Floor plans available
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8.6
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8.6
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80 reviews
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Hope that helps - friendliness exceeds expectations . It's expensive but cheaper than NY. Overall really happy with the place. Yes, we would very much recommend th is community to other families based on 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.
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 Brookdale Wake Forest
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33 Floor plans available
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8.6
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36 reviews
8.6
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36 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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8.4
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34 reviews
8.4
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34 reviews
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I live in Lawrenceville,Ga and was able to visit my Aunt [name removed] once while she was in Franklin Manor .She looked well and eating lunch that she was enjoying. The staff was patient and pleasant. Her...
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.
Truly Compassionate Memory CareLocated in Youngsville, North Carolina, Franklin Manor is an Assisted Living Community that is exclusively dedicated to the care of those with memory care related disorders (i.e., general dementia, Alzheimer disease, Lewy Body). Prior to admission every potential...
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8.4
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42 reviews
8.4
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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
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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8.3
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95 reviews
8.3
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95 reviews
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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
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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Photo of The Cypress of Raleigh
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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Photo of Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage of Raleigh
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.
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....

Cost of memory care in Bayleaf, NC

The average cost of senior living in Bayleaf is $6,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lake Royale, NC with an average of $5,554 per month.

Memory care costs in Bayleaf, NC, vs. nearby cities

Bayleaf, NC
$6,239/mo
$6,238/mo

Memory care costs in Bayleaf, NC, vs. state and national averages

Bayleaf, NC
$6,239/mo
U.S. national average
$5,535/mo

Memory care costs in Bayleaf, NC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,239/mo

Memory care costs in Bayleaf, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,595/mo
Studio
$6,475/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,404/mo

Senior living costs in Bayleaf 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: Bayleaf, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBayleaf, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,239/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Assisted Living$5,570/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Independent Living$4,472/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Memory Care
Bayleaf, NC:$6,239/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
Assisted Living
Bayleaf, NC:$5,570/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Independent Living
Bayleaf, NC:$4,472/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
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Memory care costs in Bayleaf, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Bayleaf 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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Memory care cost trends in Bayleaf, NC

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Bayleaf 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
Bayleaf, NC$7,574/mo$7,263/mo+4.3%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Bayleaf, NC
2024 average cost:$7,574/mo
2023 average cost:$7,263/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,693/mo
2023 average cost:$6,328/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Bayleaf

Recent reviews for memory care in Bayleaf

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

4.0
It's quite expensive, especially for memory care. (One parent in independent living and one in memory care). Quality of care in memory care is hit or miss as well - some great staff and some not very good. I think the independent living is really good - great food - the dining room is like a ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC

4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.

Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

4.1
The staff at Brighton Gardens are remarkably caring both in assisted living and in memory care. Staffing is much more stable than at any other senior residence in the area based on the other facilities I’m familiar with. I have recommended BG to many people.

Bayleaf review score based on 120 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 120 reviews of 11 Bayleaf memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bayleaf review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Bayleaf review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Bayleaf, NC11 facilities
8.7
Wake Forest, NC11 facilities
8.3
Raleigh, NC22 facilities

Review subcategories for Bayleaf memory care

When memory care 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 120 reviews of 11 Bayleaf memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bayleaf resident and family memory care 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.
Bayleaf, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
4.1
Friendliness
3.5
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.9
Staff
3.4
4.1
Meals & dining
3.0
3.8
Activities
2.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Bayleaf memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bayleaf that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bayleaf, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bayleaf memory care

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 Bayleaf Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bayleaf, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
81.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
81.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bayleaf memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bayleaf partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bayleaf, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
72.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
45.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bayleaf memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bayleaf communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bayleaf, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
72.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bayleaf memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bayleaf offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bayleaf, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
81.8%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
72.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Bayleaf

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bayleaf protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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