About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Purnell, NC

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

Memory care in Purnell 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 Purnell is about $5,829 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 88 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Raleigh, Durham and Garner.

Purnell Memory Care Facilities | 88 Reviews

Showing 5 communities
Last Updated: 9/16/24
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Franklin Manor
1414 Photos available
8.6
Review score
32 reviews
8.6
Review score
32 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
19%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
16%
See all reviews
I think it is extremely expensive plus they add in a doctor coming in so that is extra even with [name removed] in hospice care. They have recently had a whole new staff come in from director down and it...
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...
See details
Photo of Falls River Court
1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
11 reviews
8.4
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
27%
4 star
46%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
See all reviews
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...
See details
Photo of Brookdale Wake Forest
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.8
Review score
30 reviews
7.8
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
30%
3 star
27%
2 star
7%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The overall experience has been good, but she generally is a loner unless she knew they were well-educated since she was. Always cleaning. Very nice staff. They tried to motivate [name removed] to...
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...
See details
Photo of Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir
9.5
Review score
15 reviews
9.5
Review score
15 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
20%
3 star
7%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
We chose this facility because of the cleanliness and the very friendly staff. When you walk in everyone is treated the same with friendliness. You have to be involved with your relative, so you know if...
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.
See details
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....
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of memory care in Purnell, NC

The average cost of senior living in Purnell is $5,829 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $5,192 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Purnell, NC vs. nearby cities

Purnell, NC
$5,829/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Purnell, NC vs. the state and national average

Purnell, NC
$5,829/mo
U.S. national average
$5,413/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Purnell vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,829/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Purnell, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$6,582/mo
Studio
$7,270/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,406/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,972/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Purnell over time

Purnell, 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 memory care in Purnell

Recent reviews for memory care in Purnell

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 ...
Read more

Brookdale Wake Forest

4.0
The staff here has really been good. The community is clean and they keep my aunts room clean as well. My aunt does not eat really, but the food looks good. I like that they have a lot of things to keep the residents active.

Carolina Reserve of Durham

4.8
My mom has been here for 6 months. Memory care. She's 91. The staff has been kind and caring. The facility isn't too big. About 50 residents I think. It's been a good experience all the way around. Memory care is difficult and they have done a really good job with my Mom.

Purnell review score based on 35 family reviews

8.6
Review score5 facilities35 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 5 Purnell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Purnell 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

Purnell review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Purnell, NC5 facilities
8.6
Wake Forest, NC10 facilities
8.5
Youngsville, NC69 facilities

Review subcategories for Purnell 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 35 reviews of 5 Purnell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Purnell 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.
Purnell, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Purnell memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Purnell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Purnell, 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 Purnell 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 Purnell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Purnell, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
80%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.4%
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 Purnell 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 Purnell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Purnell, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Purnell 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 Purnell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Purnell, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
41.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
49.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
60%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Purnell 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 Purnell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Purnell, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Purnell 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 Purnell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Purnell, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
33.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
60%
30.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, Sunrise of Raleigh and Sunrise of Cary are the top-rated memory care facilities near Purnell, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near Purnell, North Carolina. See the full list.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Purnell, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Purnell, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Purnell, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Purnell, North Carolina ranges from $1095 to $13200. The average Memory Care cost in Purnell, North Carolina is $5,829. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Purnell, North Carolina typically starts at $1095. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top