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Memory care in Cates 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 Cates is about $8,674 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 76 communities, read 2062 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Durham, Hillsborough and Roxboro.

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Photo of Chatham Ridge Assisted Living
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8.4
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53 reviews
8.4
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53 reviews
5 star
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The facilities are always very clean, with friendly seasonal decorations, and the grounds are well maintained year round. Most of the staff are very friendly and helpful, we're always greeted when we come...
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.
We're excited to be bringing the best in assisted living and memory care to the Triangle. Chatham Ridge Assisted Living will be located in Polks Village in southern Chapel Hill, just south of the Orange County/Chatham County line. We anticipate opening in December of 2014. What can you expect...
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44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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8.2
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43 reviews
8.2
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43 reviews
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Would generally recommend to others in the context of available alternatives. The aides and support staff I would give a higher rating than the administrative staff. The Special Events/Activities Director I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
TerraBella Northridge is proud to serve residents who are looking for senior living in Durham, NC. We welcome you to schedule a tour of our modern community and discover all the amenities our residents can access, which include a multifunctional activities room, a community garden and private...
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22 Floor plans available
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8.2
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8.2
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63 reviews
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The care my mom received in memory care was excellent. Their business practice is another thing. My 94yo mother had end stage dementia and was on Hospice. She fell on [date removed] and broke her femur. ...
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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8.0
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34 reviews
8.0
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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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8.0
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25 reviews
8.0
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The staff was very good and very attentive to my mother. Even times when I went at different times than my usual they were with her someone was. When she passed away I had just had open shoulder surgery so I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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8.0
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62 reviews
8.0
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62 reviews
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Feedback: the staff, cleanliness is ok. Food flexibility is ok. I suppose the choices could improve. But my parent may just be a picky eater. Activities may need to increase and residents get fresh air.
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.
Premier Memory Care in Greensboro, NCWelcome to Richland Square Memory Care, a compassionate senior living community dedicated to providing specialized memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Located in Greensboro, NC, Richland Square offers a secure and...
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8.0
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8.0
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It's a wonderful place. We are very happy with the staff and care she receives. Her hair was fixed with hair spray and she looked good for a dementia patient.
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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7.9
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27 reviews
7.9
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27 reviews
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I believe a process change needs to take place for every new resident to the Community. I can only speak for Garner location as that is where my loved one was. Change I suggest is: Every new Memory Care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Surrounded by mature longleaf pine trees, the subtle Queen Anne-style details and pristine landscaping give Cadence at Garner an undeniable charm. We are a senior living community located in southern Garner, North Carolina, that offers assisted living and memory care services. Just a short drive...
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22 Floor plans available
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7.9
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7.9
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53 reviews
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Brookdale Meadowmont has a high staff to resident ratio. It's a small facility. They focus on developing personal relationships with the residents.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At our senior living community in Chapel Hill, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving  assistance for bathing, dressing and medications....
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7.7
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8 reviews
7.7
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8 reviews
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I am very pleased with the staff at Toney Rest Home. This is an Adult Rest Home in Oxford just 45 minutes outside of Raleigh, where your loved ones are provided safety, personal care, care coordination,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
7.5
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23 reviews
7.5
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23 reviews
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The community has a dedicated Memory Care building, which provides a comfortable and focused environment for residents. The staff are kind, friendly, upbeat, and always helpful, showing genuine attentiveness...
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.
Our community, a dedicated memory care community located in a quiet residential Chapel Hill, N.C., neighborhood, offers premium care services to seniors with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our innovative care program includes a gentle structure to each day that includes mental and...
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Photo of Wake Assisted Living Memory Care
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7.5
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23 reviews
7.5
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23 reviews
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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
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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6.0
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18 reviews
6.0
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18 reviews
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I think the staff generally cares for the well-being of the residents. They do call them by their names and do tend to know the specifics of each resident and their needs. I am pleased when they address them...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With two senior living options, including Assisted Living and our personalized Memory Care, our community is perfect for area residents who can benefit from available 24-hour care and service and a lifestyle free of worries that discards the heavy-duty of maintaining a home.Here at TerraBella...
Photo of Caswell House
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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.
Caswell House is a lovely one-story assisted living & memory care community nestled in a wooded setting in rural Yanceyville, NC. A great place for those that love the quiet and serenity of the country, and you can sit and rock on our large front porch. Our Memory Care Neighborhood features...
Photo of The Stratford
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My mother is very happy and has settled in at the Stratford Memory Care Unit. She is flourishing in the smaller environment. In fact, she actually thanked me for moving her to The Stratford. I feel 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.
The Stratford is located in the heart of Tarheel Country, yet it is nestled away on three acres of quiet surroundings. The Stratford is a gem that is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the University and Hospital life, but close enough to be a part of it within minutes. There is a free...
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I can say that the new director [name removed] is nice, attentive, and strives to please. As well as [name removed], the sales & marketing. The aides usually assist the residents. The nurses are always at...
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.
Commonwealth Assisted Living at South Boston, is nestled near the southern border of Virginia. Located in Halifax County, we're close to various main highways as well as the Halifax Regional Hospital, various doctor's offices, churches, and entertainment locations. When you live on our spacious...
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Photo of Brookdale Burlington Memory Care
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11 Floor plan available
2.0
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24 reviews
2.0
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I really liked the Director but unfortunately, he just left to go to another Brookdale facility closer to his home so I can't blame him there. I don't know how it will be when they get his replacement in....
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.
Our community, located in a quiet Burlington, N.C., residential neighborhood, provides customized programs and loving care to seniors living with cognitive challenges, including dementia and Alzheimer’s. With activities that flex cognitive and physical skills and a nutrition program that helps...
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I've had loved ones at Blakey Hall, the Cottage and the Hamlet for over five years. We have largely been happy with the care, the services available, and the physical environment. We live in an area with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There are many choices out there for those searching for the perfect place to call home, and we appreciate what an unbelievably difficult decision this is. Blakey Hall Retirement Community is one of the most experienced and premier senior care communities in North Carolina. Opened in 1999 and...
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Mother in law has been at Alamance House for four years. In that time she has been well taken care of, made new friends, Her medical needs have bee well taken care of with doctors who come to the facility...
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.
Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in the hills of North Carolina's Piedmont region. Our caregiving staff makes Alamance House Assisted Living and Memory Care feel like home. We seek to preserve each resident's independence by promoting dignity and individual choice in a...
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Everything here has been wonderful here. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff communication with the family and friends has been great. They are responsive to 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.
Photo of Brookdale MacArthur Park
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.0
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33 reviews
7.0
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Most of the time. Believe they are short staffed in the evenings and weekend. I can be a challenge to get someone to answer main number after hours. Recommend so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community, located in Cary, N.C., is nestled away in a peaceful, residential area near the Research Triangle, just a short drive from the thriving metro areas of Raleigh and Durham. We offer two levels of care so that should your needs change over time and you require memory care, you have...
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6.0
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6.0
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45 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that there are always things going on. Yes we would recommend Waltonwood - Cary to other families based on the experience so far.
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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6.5
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35 reviews
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Has been way better than experience with other family members in similar situations. They have been very helpful when things are not so good with Dad. Very understanding and flexible. Cleanliness has been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A beautiful privately and locally owned community located in historical Pittsboro, North Carolina. We offer a comprehensive approach to senior care by meeting all the needs of individuals who require a full range of assistance from Independent, Assisted, and Hospice services. Accepting Private...
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44 Floor plans available
6.4
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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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I rate all seven categories a 5 for Abbotswood At Irving Park community. They have genuinely caring staff, quality activities. It is costly but worth it to me. Based on the experience we have had so far,...
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.
The peaceful atmosphere with exquisite gardens and mature landscaping is ideal to enjoy your favorite pastime, such as reading a book under a shade tree, relaxing in the courtyard or enjoying an outdoor lunch with friends in the picnic area. There are perennial and annual gardens, and a community...
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Cost of memory care in Cates, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cates is $8,674 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $6,787 per month.

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

Cates, NC
$8,674/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,674/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,997/mo
Studio
$8,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,870/mo

Senior living costs in Cates 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: Cates, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCates, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$8,674/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,000/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,868/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Cates, NC:$8,674/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Cates, NC:$7,000/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Cates, NC:$2,868/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Cates, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Cates have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cates, NC$6,966/mo$6,665/mo+4.5%
North Carolina$6,892/mo$6,488/mo+6.2%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Cates, NC
2024 average cost:$6,966/mo
2023 average cost:$6,665/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$6,892/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about memory care in Cates

Recent reviews for memory care in Cates

Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care

4.4
My father is a new resident at Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care. The staff seem very friendly and attentive and seem to work well together. The housekeeping seems good. The meals are not good, but I don't expect them to be and I'm sure no facility like this has good meals. Based on the intake ...
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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.

The Oaks of Alamance in Burlington, NC

4.4
I would recommend this community to others. If there is no follow up by phone Dustin takes care of the issues and then will sometimes follow ups via email.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff in several communities. At Franklin Manor, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents are engaged and comfortable, while at TerraBella Knightdale, they provide loving care to meet residents' needs.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Multiple reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in various communities, such as Brookdale Cary, where the environment is described as immaculate, and Falls River Assisted Living and Memory Care, where the rooms are spacious and well-appointed.
Individually tailored care plans. Residents at TerraBella Durham and Sunrise of Raleigh appreciate the personalized attention from staff, who take the time to understand their unique needs and preferences. This approach fosters a sense of comfort and security.
Engaging activities and socialization. Activities are a highlight for many residents, with communities like Franklin Manor and Caswell House offering a variety of options to keep residents active and engaged. Socialization encourages mental and emotional well-being.
Open communication between staff and families. Families value the transparency and openness of staff at various communities, such as Chatham Ridge Assisted Living, where they are kept informed about their loved ones' care and well-being. This trust builds a strong foundation for a positive living experience.
Accommodating meals and dining experiences. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with communities like The Reserve at Mills Farm and Brookdale Reidsville offering tasty and nutritious options that cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions. Mealtimes provide social opportunities and nourishm ...
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Cates review score based on 409 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 409 reviews of 65 Cates memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cates 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

Cates review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Cates, NC65 facilities
7.7
Yanceyville, NC0 facilities
8.2
Oxford, NC0 facilities

Review subcategories for Cates 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 409 reviews of 65 Cates memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cates 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.
Cates, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.8
Friendliness
3.4
3.9
Care services
3.0
3.6
Staff
3.2
3.8
Meals & dining
2.9
3.5
Activities
2.9
3.4
Value for cost*
3.0
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Cates memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cates memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cates, 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 Cates 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 Cates that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cates, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.8%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.5%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.5%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.4%
69.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cates 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 Cates Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cates, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
72.3%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.8%
26.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cates 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 Cates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cates, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.5%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.2%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
63.1%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
22.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Cates 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 Cates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cates, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.1%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
63.1%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
22.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Cates 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 Cates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cates, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.1%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.5%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.5%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.4%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
72.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.1%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.9%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
67.7%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
52.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.2%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.7%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Cates

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 Cates protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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