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Assisted living costs in Auburn average about $5,239 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in Auburn. Our detailed directory has 120 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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Photo of Gabriel Manor
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9.3
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43 reviews
9.3
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43 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
21%
3 star
12%
2 star
7%
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7%
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The people are good there they need more counseling and orientation for both the patient and the family. I went with them because they were close by and a family friend had a resident there and was pleased...
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.
Gabriel Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care community opened in 2013 as Clayton, NC's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Saber Health Care Group is our parent company located in Ohio. Gabriel Manor is located between the "Cleveland" community and the town of Clayton off Highway...
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Photo of Cadence at Garner by Cogir
66 Photos available
8.4
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21 reviews
8.4
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21 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
5%
2 star
19%
1 star
0%
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We chose Cadence at Garner mainly due to the value for the money as well as availability at the time when we needed it. It has been a positive experience overall.
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 Spring Arbor of Raleigh
33 Photos available
8.4
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24 reviews
8.4
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24 reviews
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50%
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21%
3 star
25%
2 star
4%
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0%
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My loved one was a resident at Spring Arbor of Raleigh until they had a fire recently, which unfortunately displaced most of the residents. The staff at this facility was great. My loved one really liked 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 Foundation Senior Living
88 Photos available
8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
11%
4 star
56%
3 star
11%
2 star
11%
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11%
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My mother has made comments that the staff are all very kind to the residence As far as the activities go - It would be nice if they could take the residents on simple outings to somewhere other than target...
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.
Foundation Senior Living provides services for senior adults who wish to remain as self-reliant as possible while receiving support from care staff, 24/7.We provide care and services to fit the individual lifestyles of seniors who need minimal assistance with activities of daily living while...
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This community came highly recommend to us, and we can't say anything other then we are completely impressed. When we first walk through the door someone is always there to greet us, and there is no stich...
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.
Photo of The Addison of Knightdale
44 Floor plans available
7.3
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19 reviews
7.3
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19 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
37%
3 star
11%
2 star
5%
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21%
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My loved one at times complains of the food and she hears staff are unhappy with the chef. Some staff have quit bc of him, she was told. She was pleased with the activity director who may be away. I think...
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 Tanglewood Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Lee's Long Term Care Facility
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.
Lee's Long Term Care Facility has been in business for 35 years. We are a family owned business and we live on the premises and are always available if needed. We are located in Southern Wake Co. We are as some people say "out in the country." Our facility is licensed for 65 beds. We offer...
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Cost of assisted living in Auburn, NC

The average cost of senior living in Auburn is $5,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Benson, NC with an average of $3,998 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Auburn, NC vs. nearby cities

Auburn, NC
$5,239/mo
$5,212/mo
$5,289/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Auburn, NC vs. the state and national average

Auburn, NC
$5,239/mo
U.S. national average
$4,637/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Auburn vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,239/mo
$6,401/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Auburn, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,630/mo
Studio
$5,801/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,045/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Auburn over time

Auburn, NCNC stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Auburn, NC

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Auburn.

What families are saying about assisted living in Auburn

Recent reviews for assisted living in Auburn

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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Brighton Gardens of Raleigh

4.3
Staff is great except for the accounting office. You have to repeatedly email or call to get an answer from them. We picked this community because of the price, location, and size of the rooms.

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.

Auburn review score based on 38 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 8 Auburn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Auburn 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

Auburn review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Auburn, NC8 facilities
8.6
Garner, NC13 facilities
8.4
Clayton, NC6 facilities

Review subcategories for Auburn 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 38 reviews of 8 Auburn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Auburn 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.
Auburn, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.5
Friendliness
4.3
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Auburn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Auburn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Auburn, 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 Auburn 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 Auburn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Auburn 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 Auburn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Auburn 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 Auburn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Auburn 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 Auburn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Auburn 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 Auburn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Auburn, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Auburn

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 Auburn protect seniors.

Learn about North Carolina Assisted Living regulations

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