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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 $6,102 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 75 communities, read 1893 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Brookdale Lawndale Park
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Lawndale the staff are normally very nice and helpful and that is a huge plus!Overall it is a good experience.They have a podiatrist now almost monthly and a hairdresser is there on Fridays.The food 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.
Our assisted living and memory care community is located in an upscale area of Greensboro, N.C., near Lake Jeanette and the Guilford Courthouse Military Park, with convenient access to shopping, dining and medical facilities.As an assisted living resident, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar and...
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Due to my mother's bad eyesight, she has to be in an assisted living which has been a difficult adjustment for her. She has a nice room and we are working to make it feel more like home for her. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Here at Zebulon House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency includes a complete array of services and accommodations.
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My loved one was previously a resident at Calyx Living of Durham and his experience at this facility was very good. The facility was clean. The food was not great, but good. The staff was very friendly 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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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.
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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.
We are a 120 bed (96 assisted living and 24 special care unit) facility. We specialize in elderly psychiatric care and have multi-disciplinary team that includes a medical director, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, social work, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language services.
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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.
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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage provides an intimate, home-like setting with programs and services designed specifically for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other memory impairments. Alterra Clare Bridge Cottage offers private and companion suites in a comfortable neighborhood environment....
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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. 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.
    Our management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care.  Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment.     Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...
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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.
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.
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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.

Cost of memory care in Cates, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cates is $6,102 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roxboro, NC with an average of $4,822 per month.

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

Cates, NC
$6,102/mo
$4,822/mo
$6,179/mo

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

Cates, NC
$6,102/mo
U.S. national average
$5,538/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,102/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,928/mo
Studio
$7,249/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,786/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$6,102/mo$5,311/mo$5,538/mo
Assisted Living$5,180/mo$4,436/mo$4,782/mo
Independent Living$2,901/mo$3,699/mo$4,179/mo
Memory Care
Cates, NC:$6,102/mo
North Carolina:$5,311/mo
U.S.:$5,538/mo
Assisted Living
Cates, NC:$5,180/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,782/mo
Independent Living
Cates, NC:$2,901/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,179/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 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
Cates, NC$7,020/mo$6,406/mo+9.6%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Cates, NC
2024 average cost:$7,020/mo
2023 average cost:$6,406/mo
Percent change:+9.6%
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 Cates

Recent reviews for memory care in Cates

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.

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston

5.0
I am very satisfied with Commonwealth Assisted Living at South Boston. Based on the times we have been there visiting everything has been wonderful at this facility. Mom has dementia and she is very young but at this facility she is really engaging in the activities. At this point I would say ...
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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 469 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 469 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

8.3
Cates, NC65 facilities
7.8
Roxboro, NC10 facilities
8.1
Stem, NC6 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 469 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
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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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%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
89.2%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.2%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.4%
69.2%
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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.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
72.3%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.8%
25.8%
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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
36.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.1%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
61.5%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.3%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.9%
20.8%
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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.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.5%
22.5%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.8%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.5%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.6%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
50.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.6%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.6%
45.5%
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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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