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Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain average about $5,115 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 134 communities in Sandy Plain. Our detailed directory has 1863 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 Brighton Gardens of Raleigh
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My loved one's room is very small with no view out the window just a wall. Staff are great. He is adjusting well. Hoping our long term care policy will be approved. His future depends on this.
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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I believe a process change needs to take place for every new resident to the Community. I can only speak for Garner location as that is where my loved one was. Change I suggest is: Every new Memory 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.
Surrounded by mature longleaf pine trees, the subtle Queen Anne-style details and pristine landscaping give Cadence at Garner an undeniable charm. We are a senior living community located in southern Garner, North Carolina, that offers assisted living and memory care services. Just a short drive...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.3
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Brookdale has taken very good care of my mother. Staff is respectful and kind. It can take a little while to answer call bells but understand they are taking care of many residents with staffing constraints....
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,...
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My mother is still at Greenleaf and she's doing OK. She would rather be home with family, but there's no one to give her the cash she needs. Green leaf is the best place for and they have a lot of things...
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.
Green Leaf Care Center Green Leaf Care Center is an assisted living community located in Lillington, NC. The city of Lillington is located in Harnett County and home to about 3,000 people. Lillington is a small town where residents can do their local shopping, run errands, go to the theater, or...
Photo of Sanford Senior Living and Manor
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Community is very small and cozy. Staff know all residents very well. Rooms are larger than any other facility we toured. I would recommend
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 Sanford Senior Living and Sanford Manor we recognize that having a resource for comfortable living coupled with care is important. We have 24/7 care staff on site and prepare and serve homestyle meals 3 times daily in the community. Activities, laundry, housekeeping and maintenance also...
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I moved my mom to Adorable Senior Living after she sustained a terrible fall at another facility. The ladies at Adorable were nothing but kind and caring. They showed compassion for the resident and...
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.
Adorable Senior Living is a 17 bed Assisted Living facility located in Hillsborough NC. We have been at location for more than 50 years with new ownership in the last 4 years. Our staff members have over 25 years combined in senior care.We are located near historic district in downtown...
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We chose Gabriel Manor because I knew somebody that placed a relative there and they were very happy with it, also the location was about 15-20 minutes from my house. I have longtime healthcare. I've lost...
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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Meeting with [name removed], the intake person was stress-free, comfortable, and certainly eased my anxiety about the situation. My mom loves her new home, her roommate and her are bff's. The staff is very...
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.
Meadowview assisted living community can be found in, Smithfield, North Carolina, a tiny town counting approximately 13,000 inhabitants. Small as the town might be, there's no shortage of cultural places. Smithfield is home to Johnston Health, the Ava Gardner Museum, part of the UNC System and a...
Photo of Chatham Ridge Assisted Living
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What we like the most about Chatham Ridge is that it is a smaller and intimate community, so the staff really get to know my mom and her family.
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 excited to be bringing the best in assisted living and memory care to the Triangle. Chatham Ridge Assisted Living will be located in Polks Village in southern Chapel Hill, just south of the Orange County/Chatham County line. We anticipate opening in December of 2014. What can you expect...
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Photo of Cambridge Hills Assisted Living
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5 stars for all categories! They were very nice to work with and much more flexible than other places we checked out. Much much better than [facility name removed], which I highly recommend people stay away...
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 beautiful privately and locally owned community located in historical Pittsboro, North Carolina. We offer a comprehensive approach to senior care by meeting all the needs of individuals who require a full range of assistance from Independent, Assisted, and Hospice services. Accepting Private...
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Photo of Autumn Home Care of Johnston County
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Autumn Home feels like home. They care about their residents and take the time to get to know them. Residents are treated with respect.
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.
Autumn Home Care of Johnston County is an assisted living community located in Selma, North Carolina. If you are looking for a comfortable and supportive environment to call home, then look no further than Autumn Home Care of Johnston County. Originally a railroad town, Selma has grown into an...
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Photo of Toney Rest Home
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I am very pleased with the staff at Toney Rest Home. This is an Adult Rest Home in Oxford just 45 minutes outside of Raleigh, where your loved ones are provided safety, personal care, care coordination,...
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 TerraBella Hillsborough
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I think the staff generally cares for the well-being of the residents. They do call them by their names and do tend to know the specifics of each resident and their needs. I am pleased when they address them...
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.
With two senior living options, including Assisted Living and our personalized Memory Care, our community is perfect for area residents who can benefit from available 24-hour care and service and a lifestyle free of worries that discards the heavy-duty of maintaining a home.Here at TerraBella...
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22 Floor plans available
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Best place in Raleigh. Management did everything they could to help us get adequate care for my brother in law. No other place helped us like Falls River. Not only on one occasion but twice. [name removed]...
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.
At Falls River Village, our goal is to provide the highest quality-of-life for each of our residents. Falls River Village is dedicated to our life engagement philosophy of social, psychological, spiritual and physical well-being for every resident. This dedicaiton is reflected in every erffort...
Photo of Waltonwood - Cary
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What we like the most about the community is that there are always things going on. Yes we would recommend Waltonwood - Cary to other families based on the experience so far.
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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I was faced with having to resettle my husband who has dementia. I looked at several places but the Mebane Ridge community was the clearly superior to the others I looked at. My husband is in the Memory...
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.
Mebane Ridge Assisted Living is located in the city of Mebane, North Carolina, a part of Orange and Alamance Counties. This community offers seniors a caring place to live, giving them the support that they need on a regular basis. Mebane provides residents and guests with attractions and things...
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The staff was very good and very attentive to my mother. Even times when I went at different times than my usual they were with her someone was. When she passed away I had just had open shoulder surgery so I...
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 MacArthur Park
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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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My dad’s transition to memory care was the best decision that could have been made for him. He is adjusting well and he is content. He loves the food and the caregivers. He rarely asks to go home now. We...
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 Roxboro Assisted Living
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Listen, take the tour, ask questions for example showering how many times per week, policies on medicines, food in room vs in dining area, visitations washing of clothing/bedding, LISTEN!! Ensure your...
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.
Roxboro Assisted Living offers expert care forseniors who need a helping hand with everyday tasks like dressing, bathing, managing medications, meal preparation and more. Our highly skilled and qualified team of senior experts allow our residents to live anoptimal life and gracefully age in...
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My mother is very happy and has settled in at the Stratford Memory Care Unit. She is flourishing in the smaller environment. In fact, she actually thanked me for moving her to The Stratford. I feel 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.
The Stratford is located in the heart of Tarheel Country, yet it is nestled away on three acres of quiet surroundings. The Stratford is a gem that is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the University and Hospital life, but close enough to be a part of it within minutes. There is a free...
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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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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
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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.
Photo of Foundation Senior Living
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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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Due to my mother's bad eyesight, she has to be in an assisted living which has been a difficult adjustment for her. She has a nice room and we are working to make it feel more like home for her. The staff...
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.
Here at Zebulon House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when required, and freedom when desired. Residency includes a complete array of services and accommodations.

Cost of assisted living in Sandy Plain, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sandy Plain is $5,115 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wendell, NC with an average of $4,915 per month.

Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain, NC, vs. nearby cities

Sandy Plain, NC
$5,115/mo
$5,753/mo
$5,184/mo

Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain, NC, vs. state and national averages

Sandy Plain, NC
$5,115/mo
U.S. national average
$4,836/mo

Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain, NC, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,115/mo
$6,061/mo

Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,261/mo
Studio
$5,843/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,043/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,769/mo

Senior living costs in Sandy Plain 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: Sandy Plain, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSandy Plain, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Assisted Living$5,115/mo$4,454/mo$4,836/mo
Memory Care$6,061/mo$5,319/mo$5,606/mo
Independent Living$4,334/mo$3,696/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Sandy Plain, NC:$5,115/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,836/mo
Memory Care
Sandy Plain, NC:$6,061/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,606/mo
Independent Living
Sandy Plain, NC:$4,334/mo
North Carolina:$3,696/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
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Assisted living costs in Sandy Plain, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Sandy Plain 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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Assisted living cost trends in Sandy Plain, NC

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Sandy Plain 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sandy Plain, NC$6,265/mo$5,836/mo+7.4%
North Carolina$5,571/mo$5,136/mo+8.5%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Sandy Plain, NC
2024 average cost:$6,265/mo
2023 average cost:$5,836/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$5,571/mo
2023 average cost:$5,136/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Sandy Plain, 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 Sandy Plain.

What families are saying about assisted living in Sandy Plain

Recent reviews for assisted living in Sandy Plain

The Canterbury House in Roxboro, NC

5.0
We chose Canterbury House because it is very close to our home so it makes it convenient. The staff is really friendly and very helpful. The appearance of the community is just very warm and welcoming. When we visited the community everyone was very welcoming and extremely friendly. We are very ...
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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.

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
My parents moved in at a crucial time and my mother required back surgery one week after the move. The staff helped us get them in and the support services like home care and physical therapy were arranged quickly. Everything they need other than some medical specialists is right there in their ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, they went above and beyond to make a new resident feel comfortable and helped him adjust to the community. At Sanford Senior Living and Manor, the staff were ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at communities, such as singing, games, gardening, and social events. Families at Sunrise of Cary were pleased with the variety of offerings at the facility, and at , activities helped residents stay engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness is a priority for many families, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of both private rooms and group areas. At , the pristine bathrooms and renovated patio and dining room were mentioned, while Carolina Reserve of Durham received praise for the overall cleanliness of th ...
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Responsive and communicative staff. Regular, detailed conversations between community staff and residents and their families ensure everyone is informed and needs are being met. At , the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually.
Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At , the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while at , the chef goes the extra mile to make meals enjoyable for residents.
Accommodating care for unique needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, who quickly adapt to residents' changing needs. For example, at , caregivers made adjustments that eased the moving process and emotional transition for residents and their families.
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Sandy Plain review score based on 446 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 446 reviews of 97 Sandy Plain assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Sandy Plain 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

Sandy Plain review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Sandy Plain, NC97 facilities
8.4
Creedmoor, NC11 facilities
8.2
Butner, NC123 facilities

Review subcategories for Sandy Plain 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 446 reviews of 97 Sandy Plain assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Sandy Plain 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.
Sandy Plain, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.9
Friendliness
3.8
4.0
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.6
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.5
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Sandy Plain assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sandy Plain assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sandy Plain, 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 Sandy Plain 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 Sandy Plain that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Sandy Plain, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.7%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
99%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.7%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
52.5%
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 Sandy Plain 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 Sandy Plain Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Sandy Plain, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.6%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.2%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sandy Plain 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 Sandy Plain partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sandy Plain, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.1%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Sandy Plain 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 Sandy Plain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sandy Plain, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.4%
18.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Sandy Plain 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 Sandy Plain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sandy Plain, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.6%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.5%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
47.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
34%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.5%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
46.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Sandy Plain

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Sandy Plain protect seniors.
Learn about North Carolina assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, Brookdale Wake Forest and Brookdale Burlington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Sandy Plain, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 134 assisted living facilities near Sandy Plain, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Sandy Plain, North Carolina are Home Place of Burlington and Spring Arbor of Apex. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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