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Memory care in Wendell 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 Wendell is about $5,846 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 76 communities, read 1597 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Gardens of Nashville
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 The Ridge at Pikeville
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.
Photo of Rose Manor Healthcare Center
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...
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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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.
Photo of Brookdale Meadowmont
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.
Photo of Community Living at Its Best
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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They keep up on my father in law and he is very happy with everything and doing better in this place then at home. Anything that needs to be done is always taken care of immediately and the meals are also...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Snow Hill Assisted Living is located in a small, quiet town of Snow Hill, Greene County, North Carolina. The town is named from the beautiful white sandy banks of the nearby Contentnea Creek. This asssited living community has made its home to many seniors requiring assisted living and care for...
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I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of...
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.
Welcome to a quaint little community of friends and neighbors tucked neatly at the edge of one of the loveliest of America's historic towns. Tarboro, North Carolina, settled centuries ago, hasn't lost a bit of its original charm. Main Street, with its village shops, town square and stately homes,...
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Cost of memory care in Wendell, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wendell is $5,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Momeyer, NC with an average of $4,564 per month.

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

Wendell, NC
$5,846/mo
$5,669/mo

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

Wendell, NC
$5,846/mo
U.S. national average
$5,536/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,846/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,806/mo
Studio
$7,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,188/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,901/mo

Senior living costs in Wendell 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: Wendell, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWendell, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$5,846/mo$5,311/mo$5,536/mo
Assisted Living$4,875/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Independent Living$4,746/mo$3,696/mo$4,177/mo
Memory Care
Wendell, NC:$5,846/mo
North Carolina:$5,311/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
Assisted Living
Wendell, NC:$4,875/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Independent Living
Wendell, NC:$4,746/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,177/mo
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Memory care costs in Wendell, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Wendell 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wendell, NC$6,810/mo$6,401/mo+6.4%
North Carolina$6,693/mo$6,328/mo+5.8%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Wendell, NC
2024 average cost:$6,810/mo
2023 average cost:$6,401/mo
Percent change:+6.4%
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 Wendell

Recent reviews for memory care in Wendell

Spring Arbor of Wilson

5.0
The staff at Spring Arbor is fantastic! They are always friendly and take great care of the residents. My Mother has been there a few years and I never have to worry about her care. I would highly recommend Spring Arbor of Wilson!!

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Properly trained and compassionate caregivers. Many reviews praise the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities, such as TerraBella Knightdale and Franklin Manor, who go above and beyond to meet the needs of their residents. Families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that have developed between resident ...
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Thoughtfully planned activities based on residents' interests. Activities play a significant role in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At places like Parkwood Village and The Landing, staff organize a range of specialized activities for residents, including games, social events, and outings to museums and parks.
Individually tailored care plans. Residents benefit from personalized care plans that cater to their unique needs and preferences, such as dietary accommodations and medication management. Families mention the attention to detail and commitment to individualized care at communities like Franklin Manor and Spring Arbor of Rale ...
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Thorough communication between families and staff. Regular and detailed conversations between families and community staff keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Franklin Manor, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Cleanliness and upkeep of communal areas and private rooms. Communities with clean, well-maintained living spaces contribute to a positive overall experience for residents. Families mention the attention to cleanliness and upkeep at places like Falls River Assisted Living and Memory Care, including updates to bathrooms and high-end furniture in librari ...
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Supportive and understanding environment for residents and families. Communities that offer a supportive and understanding atmosphere help residents and their families feel at ease during the transition to assisted living. At Sanford Senior Living and Manor, staff are responsive and supportive, making it an ideal choice for families looking for compassionate ca ...
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Wendell review score based on 374 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 374 reviews of 60 Wendell memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wendell 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

Wendell review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wendell, NC60 facilities
8.0
Knightdale, NC10 facilities
7.8
Zebulon, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Wendell 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 374 reviews of 60 Wendell memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wendell 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.
Wendell, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.7
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Wendell memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wendell memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wendell, 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 Wendell 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 Wendell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wendell, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.7%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
89.2%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wendell 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 Wendell Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wendell, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wendell 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 Wendell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wendell, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.7%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.7%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Wendell 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 Wendell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wendell, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
55%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wendell 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 Wendell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wendell, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.3%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
45%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Wendell

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Apex, Brookdale Meadowmont and Spring Arbor of Rocky Mount are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wendell, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 76 memory care facilities near Wendell, North Carolina. See the full list.
The 76 memory care facilities near you in Wendell, 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 Wendell, 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 Wendell, 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 Wendell, North Carolina ranges from $1118 to $14500. The average Memory Care cost in Wendell, North Carolina is $5,846. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Wendell, North Carolina typically starts at $1118. 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.
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