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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Apex, NC
Assisted living costs in Apex average about $5,408 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Apex. Our detailed directory has 293 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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9.6
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My mother in law received excellent care at Spring Arbor in Apex. We were impressed with everyone we encountered. The speech, occupational and physical therapists were also excellent. It was the right...
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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9.4
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57 reviews
We picked them because of the fact that they were willing to accept my husband. There's a great deal of staff turnover. I understand that's ubiquitous in this type of facility, but it does affect quality of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.0
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13 reviews
The staff took feedback well and attempted to accommodate special requests etc. it's important that family be involved as staff was sometimes very slim.
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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8.9
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32 reviews
I am in charge of the care for a family member who because of a serious chronic condition cannot live alone. I have looked at many senior residences. Brookdale MacArthur Park is welcoming and supportive - a...
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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63 reviews
From the moment my dad got there everyone treated him like he was their own family. He was nervous about starting over with a new place on his own and the staff took him under their wing and made him feel...
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, a Five Star Quality Care community! In our beautiful, home-like setting with stately architecture and a thoughtfully designed interior, you will be close to Western Wake Hospital, shopping, cultural activities, doctors and medical centers. We offer 24-hour nursing,...
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42 reviews
Staff was very helpful and move in went smoothly. They urgently needed to move in, but couldn't get their desired apartment at that time. Once one became available they were able to move them into that...
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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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.
Atwater Rest Home is a privately owned and operated facility that offers family type care to your family member. 1. We provide 24 hour personal care. 2. We assist the residents with all medications. 3. We furnish transportation to...
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40 reviews
.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
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.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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I agree with other reviewers My Mom was there for 2 years. The best 2 years of her life. She had been in a big facility and a Corporate Family Care home in town neither had the professionalism or ability...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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, 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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Cost of assisted living in Apex, NC
The average cost of senior living in Apex is $5,408 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coats, NC with an average of $4,371 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Apex, NC
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What families are saying about assisted living in Apex
Recent reviews for assisted living in Apex
The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC
3.9
We picked this community, because we knew some people there. Also the size was good - things were very accessible. Dining and amenities all in the building. We would recommend to other families. Initial issues with staffing and dining are being addressed but not up to par. Lots of staff and ...
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Carolina Reserve of Durham
5.0
I recently visited a family member that resides here and all I can say is WOW! From the upper management down to housekeeping, you can see they all truly care! I cannot be more pleased to know my family lives here! If I could give higher than 5 stars I would.
Cadence at North Raleigh by Cogir
4.5
it's been good, very positive. laundry services a bit mixed up but very caring staff. We picked this community because it felt more welcoming.
Apex review score based on 62 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 13 Apex assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Apex review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Apex review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Apex assisted living
When assisted living 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 62 reviews of 13 Apex assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Apex resident and family assisted living 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.Apex, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Apex assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Apex assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Apex, 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 Apex assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Apex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
69.2%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Apex assisted living
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 Apex Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Apex assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Apex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Apex assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Apex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
53.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Apex assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Apex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Apex
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about North Carolina assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Apex protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Meadowmont, Oak Hill Assisted Living and Spring Arbor of Apex are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Apex, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 13 assisted living facilities near Apex, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Apex, North Carolina are Brookdale Meadowmont, Sunrise of Cary and Sunrise of Raleigh. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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