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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Durham, NC
Assisted living costs in Durham average about $5,738 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Durham. Our detailed directory has 248 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Raleigh, Cary and Chapel Hill.
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
44 reviews
I have a warm, spacious and comfortable room. The staff is patient, helpful, alert and sincere. I feel safe in my environment and well cared for. There is a significant amount of activities geared...
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.
A new home but in old fashioned comfort. Carolina Reserve of Durham is an assisted living community that nurtures independence through the provision of 24 hour assistance to our residents including medication administration, 3 meals per day and snacks daily, personal laundry, exercise program,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
67 reviews
They are all very friendly and nice. They are sweet to the residents. The cost for the value was better than the others. The facility is kept up very well and is a pleasant place to visit.
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.
At our exclusive senior living community in Durham, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self in an environment of luxury, beauty and sophistication. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
44 reviews
The staff is very attentive to both residents and families. From my moms perspective, the food is a 3, but I do know they try!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
27 reviews
The facilities are top notch - newly renovated, attractive. The staff is excellent; warm and friendly, they know patient by name and recognize family members. They are pretty responsive to needs 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.
We're here to encourage an engaged senior lifestyle in a caring, supportive environment. You'll find dedicated services and comfortable amenities all with an at-home feel. OUR RESIDENTS LIVE worry-free surrounded by good friends and exceptional service. EVERYTHING ABOUT THE ADDISON OF DURHAM SAYS...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Photo available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
48 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Brookdale Meadowmont and the overall experience has been great so far. The staff is better than great. The food is typical institutional food, I don't like it but our...
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.
At our senior living community in Chapel Hill, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving assistance for bathing, dressing and medications....
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
6.0
Review score
16 reviews
The Management team seems to have stabilized and improved. There was a ton of turnover at first . There's been a ton of turnover with the chef but my mom just says it's not that good. It's more like cheap...
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.
Enjoy luxurious senior living in our assisted living community, conveniently located near local shopping, dining, banking and medical facilities in a quiet residential neighborhood in Chapel Hill, N.C. You’ll live comfortably and graciously in our spacious, private apartments and charming,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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7.0
Review score
1 review
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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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Cost of assisted living in Durham, NC
The average cost of senior living in Durham is $5,738 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roxboro, NC with an average of $4,371 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Durham, NC vs. nearby cities
Durham, NC
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Durham, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Durham vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Durham, NC by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Durham over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Durham, 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 Durham.
Private income options in North Carolina
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VA benefits in North Carolina
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Medicare and Medicaid in North Carolina
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What families are saying about assisted living in Durham
Recent reviews for assisted living in Durham
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.
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Durham, the caretakers were warmly received by residents, and at Brookdale Meadowmont, the staff's friendliness was a significant factor in the overall positive experience. Fami ...
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Improved communication between families and staff. Several reviews mention that communication between families and staff has been a point of improvement in communities. For example, at Brookdale Chapel Hill, the new executive administrator is making efforts to address billing issues and respond to families' concerns. At Brookdale Meadowmont, ...
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Varied activities for residents. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered at their communities, such as music, art, fitness options, and outings. For instance, at Brookdale Chapel Hill, loved ones appreciate the music and art experiences, and at Brookdale Durham, residents look forward to the activities that ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Communities with clean and well-maintained facilities are a top priority for many residents and families. For example, at Carolina Reserve of Durham, the beautiful and well-kept environment is a significant factor in the overall positive experience, and at Atria Southpoint Walk, bright smile ...
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Medication management and care coordination. Proper medication management and care coordination are crucial for the well-being of residents. At Brookdale Durham, the medical staff did not administer medicines correctly, and at Carolina Reserve of Durham, the community failed to bring medications to a resident when needed. However, some ...
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Meals that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs. High-quality meals that cater to residents' dietary needs and preferences are essential for their overall satisfaction. For example, at , the chef accommodates individual preferences, and at , the food is a major factor in residents' overall positive experience.
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Durham review score based on 69 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 13 Durham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Durham 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
Durham review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Durham 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 69 reviews of 13 Durham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Durham 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.Durham, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Durham assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham, 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 Durham 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 Durham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Durham, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.2%
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
46.2%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
53%
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 Durham 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 Durham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Durham, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
38.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Durham 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 Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Durham, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham 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 Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham 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 Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Durham, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.2%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Durham
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 Durham protect seniors.
Related senior services in Durham, North Carolina
In Durham, North Carolina, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
- Durham County Veterans Services
- Durham County Department of Social Services
- Local elder care attorneys can be found on the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys’ Find A Lawyer database
Durham, North Carolina, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Durham include GoDurham, which provides a variety of services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Durham has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.
Durham offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including North Carolina Specialty Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.
Durham, North Carolina, is known for its bustling and creative culinary scene. Enjoy local food and drinks, explore the Nasher Museum of Art, watch a performance at the Durham Performing Arts Center, and immerse yourself in the American Tobacco Campus, which provides a mix of restaurants, recreational sports, nature, and entertainment. Nature-loving seniors can stay active by strolling through Sarah P. Duke Gardens or Hollow Rock Nature Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Meadowmont, Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir and Spring Arbor of Apex are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Durham, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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