Cary sits in the heart of North Carolina within the Raleigh-Cary Metropolitan Area, a region characterized by sloping hills and valleys. In 2024, local assisted living residences set monthly fees near $6,224, about $450 above the statewide median. Approximately 138 residential care communities serve the region, including 13 facilities within Cary, offering a wide selection for prospective residents.
In the directory below, you can read through 975 reviews reviews of local assisted living communities. These reviews offer an unbiased account of the quality of care they provide and indicate an overall satisfaction score of 3.9 out of 5 stars stars.
138 Results
623 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC 27610
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The agency and its employees were professional, courteous and caring in their care for my elderly mother. From the initial telephone contact, all employees were friendly and compassionate and lived up to their promises. Caregivers were assigned on ..."
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1101 Hartwell Street, Garner, NC 27529
3.9
(11 reviews)
"The place is very lovely and the staff is so wonderful to my 72 year old Mom. My Mom had said that, the food wasn't all that great but the people are very caring. ..."
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600 Newton Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
3.8
(17 reviews)
"I was really impressed by TerraBella Northridge's assisted living. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. I also like the amount of security that they had. The rooms were fine. Some residents were doing activities when I was there early in the mor..."
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4901 Waters Edge Dr., Raleigh, NC 27606
3.7
(8 reviews)
"Carillon was clean and nice. The staff was very friendly. I would choose it for somebody who needed assisted living. The rooms are small, but that's not really a concern, though it was much smaller than what my mom has now. They seemed to have very g..."
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431 Junny Road, Angier, NC 27501
3.6
(13 reviews)
"My aunt will be going to Absolute Care Assisted Living. We met the owners, and they were very attentive. They were willing to work with my aunt and make sure she felt safe and secure. I think pricing had a lot to do with it. She was willing to work w..."
READ MORE145 Dairy Road, Clayton, NC 27520
3.6
(6 reviews)
"My brother was at Clayton House. I like the care. They seemed to monitor everything he needed. The staffers did very well. There was one young man, and he was always there, almost like a family member. My brother never complained about the food. It w..."
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2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy, Durham, NC 27705
3.6
(30 reviews)
"I would give very high marks to Croasdaile Village. It's a Methodist facility. They are very helpful. During COVID, nobody was admitted to them ever. At the front gate, you were turned around. The residents were given their meals on trays. They weren..."
READ MORE2800 Kidd Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
3.6
(5 reviews)
"We visited Wake Assisted Living, and they were amazing. Right now, it's at the top of our list. They spent an hour with us, we talked and met the residents. People are well cared for and very happy. It was nice and beautiful. They held 58 people, and..."
READ MORE5600 N Roxboro Road, Durham, NC 27712
3.4
(5 reviews)
"Eno Pointe Assisted Living is WONDERFUL! The staff works hard to make sure all of the residents are well taken care of all day long. Ask for Sandra! She is full of life and will show you around. Her enthusiasm is of the greatest respect and admiratio..."
READ MORE1984 Old US 421, Lillington, NC 27546
3.3
(3 reviews)
"This place is a great place for many reasons for assisted living care. It is an older facility but I'd kept very clean. They take patients for their Dr. Appointment. Also doctor visits on site at certain times. My friend says food is very good and t..."
READ MORE3420 Holloway St, Durham, NC 27703
3.0
(3 reviews)
"So far I haven't seen nothing wrong. We put dad there about a month ago and we are very happy so far. The staff seems to be caring and I like this place. ..."
READ MORE5304 Yardley Terrace, Durham, NC 27707
3.0
(1 reviews)
"My grandmother has moved into Pleasant Living Family Care. It's a small house with a small setting. The staff seem to be professional. The rooms are like regular house rooms. The atmosphere is quiet. The food looks like cafeteria food on a regular pl..."
READ MORE4510 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
2.7
(8 reviews)
"My mother-in-law has lived in the Covington for three years. She loves it. The people who work there are kind, patient, and work hard. Every time we have visited it has been a good experience. She is living in the memory care now and is happy. ..."
READ MORE405 Smith Level Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27516
2.4
(11 reviews)
"My mother liked Shepherd House because they had a little bathroom in the room. It had a pull chain in case you needed help getting in and out of the shower or in case of emergency. The staff were all very friendly. They remodeled it since I was there..."
READ MORE5010 S Alston Avenue, Durham, NC 27713
2.3
(3 reviews)
"We put my aunt in Camellia Gardens. She’s in a shared room, so she has a roommate, but it's a nice sizable room with a full bath and a nice-sized closet. When I went, the staff was very responsive, very helpful, and very nice. They took all the time ..."
READ MORE7133 Rock Service Station Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
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READ MOREPo Box # 942, Apex, NC 27502
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READ MORE3218 US Hwy 55 S, Durham, NC 27713
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READ MOREPo Box 15550, Durham, NC 27704
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READ MOREPo Box # 1092, Angier, NC 27501
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READ MOREAccording to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Cary has a standard monthly fee of around $6,224. Although North Carolina’s baseline comes in substantially lower at roughly $5,769, local costs run moderately compared to rates in nearby cities. In Burlington and Greensboro, seniors pay respective rates of approximately $8,603 and $7,250, and costs in Durham run about $1,360 below the local median.
Cary
$6,224
North Carolina
$5,769
United States
$5,350
Durham
$4,863
Burlington
$8,603
Greensboro
$7,250
Rocky Mount
$6,335
Assisted living in Cary costs around $5,388 per month. The exact cost varies depending on things like the exact location within the state, the number of amenities and the types of care provided.
Eligible seniors who live in Cary or in other cities in North Carolina can apply for funding to help pay for assisted living costs through one of two state-funded programs: Project C.A.R.E (Caregiver Alternatives to Running on Empty) or the State/County Special Assistance Program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.
At approximately $6,224 per month, assisted living has moderate pricing compared to other senior care types in Cary. Those who need specialized services typically pay more, with home health care agencies charging around $6,673 and nursing homes setting rates near $8,943. However, in-home care and adult day health care fees run lower at about $5,243 and $1,820, respectively.
In-Home Care
$5,243
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,820
Assisted Living Facility
$6,224
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,943
Note: Since data for Cary is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Raleigh, instead.
Seniors in Cary can achieve a higher quality of life through local resources and programs. Government agencies and private organizations offer a variety of programs and services that address varying needs of older adults in the area, including case management, meals and insurance counseling.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Resources for Seniors Inc | (919) 672-7933 | Resources for Seniors is a nonprofit organization offering home and community-based services for older adults and disabled individuals in Wake County. The organization hosts a health fair every year and offers transportation to local senior centers for seniors in the area. |
| Cary Senior Center | (919) 469-4081 | The Cary Seniors Center provides a variety of activities for seniors aged 55 and older throughout the Cary community. These services and activities include fitness classes, recreational activities, games, arts and volunteer responsibilities. The center also offers insurance counseling, transportation and regular outings into the community. |
| North Carolina Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 662-7030 | The North Carolina Long-Term Care Ombudsman helps seniors in long-term care facilities maintain their rights and works to resolve complaints in residential care facilities. The ombudsman can also explain the different long-term care options to seniors, provide details about specific facilities and offer guidance on Medicare and Medicaid. |
| Triangle J Area Agencies on Aging | (919) 627-0080 | The Triangle J Area Agency on Aging provides programs and services for aging adults and those living with disabilities throughout the seven-county region that includes Cary. The agency provides information and referrals, options counseling and advocates for seniors in long-term care. |
| Wake County Veterans Services | (919) 268-7456 | Wake County Veterans’ Services helps prior military members sign up for compensation and benefits. It also helps seniors complete applications, assists with jobs and educational opportunities and connects veterans with health care. |
Cary Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Jamie
4.0
Review of Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton
Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton is very friendly. They have a lot of activities for the elders. The options of the meals available are very good, too. My mom was actually in there for...
Assisted Living
Susan
5.0
Review of Waltonwood Cary Parkway
I had an in-person tour of Waltonwood Cary Parkway. The facility is nice and new. They have a pool. It looks like an elegant hotel. The staff was personable, and friendly, and answered my questions.
Assisted Living
Josh Gupta
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Cary
I've had the pleasure of visiting this senior care and assisted living community, and I have to say, it's truly something special. The team here is nothing short of amazing—they genuinely care...
Provider response
Hi Josh, Thank you for the wonderful things you said about Sunrise of Cary and the dedicated care givers and team members. Our residents are part of the Sunrise family and we take enormous pride in...
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