Lynn's Care Home at Sandy Forks
6809 Sandy Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
"Lynn's Home at Sandy Forks is a full service residential care home offering each resident full assistance and supervision including onsite p..."
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Garner, NC, a suburb of Raleigh, rests near the heart of the world-renowned Research Triangle Park. To care for its aging population, the town itself and the greater Raleigh area accommodate 128 assisted living facilities. Locally, assisted living charges about $6,224 per month in 2024. This rate exceeds the typical statewide monthly cost of $5,769 and the estimated national expense of $5,350.
This directory comprises 826 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Garner and nearby communities. Overall, these local options receive an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars, offering perspective about the quality of care in the region.
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6809 Sandy Forks Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615
"Lynn's Home at Sandy Forks is a full service residential care home offering each resident full assistance and supervision including onsite p..."
READ MORE502 Carolina Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27606
"Peach Tree Assisted Living Home is a locally owned assisted living care home with 7 residents. Peach Tree Assisted Living Home is located in..."
READ MORE612 Red Clover Court, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5.0
(1 reviews)
"THIS IS THE PLACE you want for your loved one. I know because I have been on this course for the last 15/20 years with my mom and she has been in many places. This is by far the best facility we have ever been to. From the moment we arrived, I so app..."
READ MORE2309 Ellington Street, Durham, NC 27704
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is now at Tower of Blessing. The value for the money is excellent. The place is lovely and very nice. It's a newer facility. My mother's room is excellent. The food is excellent too; my mother is very pleased with it. The staff is extremely..."
READ MORE1405 Falls Church Road, Raleigh, NC 27609
5.0
(8 reviews)
"Bright Horizons has been a blessing for my family. The staff is attentive and communicates well with the residents and family members. Also, the same staff are there each shift for consistency. It is extremely clean and organized. Meals are well ba..."
READ MORE1600 Wake Drive, Wake Forest, NC 27587
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I moved my mother into the Nest from a large, local memory care facility. This place is wonderful! The staff is so caring and attentive, the food is good and the place is clean and comfortable. My mother is so well taken care of here. She is happier..."
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1104 SE Maynard Road, Cary, NC 27511
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I would rate Avendelle on Maynard highly across the board except for their pricing. The rooms looked almost new, and they also had common areas. The place is clean, new, well-run, and has good staff. They have areas outdoors, and the layout is good...."
READ MORE129 Nortwick Road, Rolesville, NC 27571
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom moved into Avendelle Assisted Living at Rolesville about 3 weeks ago. There are just six people in the facility. She is getting the assistance that she needs with bathing, but she doesn't need assistance with eating. The facility has been grea..."
READ MORE2445 Deanwood Drive, Raleigh, NC 27615
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Grace Care Home is very clean and looked like an actual home, not a senior home. The food they serve to the residents is excellent, and the rooms they have are sizeable. They also take the people shopping and so on. I like the place, plus they have g..."
READ MORE984 Avondale Dr, Clayton, NC 27520
5.0
(3 reviews)
"If I could give this facility 100 stars I would! My dad moved here from a rehabilitation facility and was in bad shape. Since moving here dad is doing so much better! Bethesda has been a blessing for my dad and my family. I am so grateful we found t..."
READ MORE208 Midenhall Way, Cary, NC 27513
5.0
(2 reviews)
"LiveWell - Cary wasn't something that we would be interested in, but I'm sure it served the purpose. It's a very small home. It was a nice little group setting for somebody that would need that. It was secure and it was clean. They had shared bathroo..."
READ MORE709 Minerva Dale Drive, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in The Haven, it is a very nice place. It’s brand new, clean, and everything is fine. Her room is nice and she has an extra heater because she’s cold all the time. They doing everything they can to make it nice. Six people lived there. ..."
READ MORE7501 Lead Mine Road, Raleigh, NC 27615
4.7
(17 reviews)
"Whispering Pines Gracious Retirement Living was nice. Everything is included in one price. The food's very nice. The staff was also very nice. They gave me a proper tour and I enjoyed it. They had one bedroom, two bedrooms, and studios. They had quit..."
READ MORE6320 Saybrooke Drive, Raleigh, NC 27604
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Lynn’s Home provides excellent care for my mother in a cozy, home environment. The staff is very loving and attentive. I never have to worry about her well-being. ..."
READ MORE4000 Glenaire Circle, Cary, NC 27511
4.5
(13 reviews)
"I was at Glenaire for rehab for two weeks. I was greeted when I came in there and the people were very cordial. I stayed in a private room and I had my meals on site. It was a cafeteria type, but it was served to us at the table. The beauty of the pl..."
READ MORE5301 Creedmoor Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
4.4
(21 reviews)
"My father is in Magnolia Glen. He seems to have gotten a lot better. He was OK and then he had a stroke and they wouldn't let him stay there without the nursing care. He's in assisted living. We have hired private nurses. It's a nice place in a nice ..."
READ MORE1995 NW Cary Parkway, Morrisville, NC 27560
4.3
(16 reviews)
"My parents have moved into Preston Pointe in Morrisville. It's been about 2 weeks now. They're in independent living. It has a nice appearance. I like the apartments, and they were able to get a patio there on the first floor. Preston doesn't have th..."
READ MORE1810 New Hope Road, Raleigh, NC 27604
4.2
(13 reviews)
"I am so thankful for Spring Arbor of Raleigh. My mom moved in approximately three months ago and is absolutely thriving. The facility is quaint and extremely clean. They have fun, novel activities, a wide variety of high quality food options, and the..."
READ MORE750 SE Cary Parkway, Cary, NC 27511
4.2
(19 reviews)
"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...."
READ MORE1050 Crescent Green Drive, Cary, NC 27511
4.1
(27 reviews)
"HeartFields at Cary was an excellent facility. I was very impressed, and they would have been one of my first choices if they weren't in Cary. They had a better staff to resident ratio and a low turnover rate for the employees. They have employees wh..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Garner charge an estimated $6,224 per month, according to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Several cities across North Carolina offer more affordable care, including Charlotte, with a monthly median of $4,283. Fayetteville has the state's lowest rates, at $2,750. However, Garner maintains affordability compared to Greensboro and Burlington, which see costs of $7,250 and $8,603, respectively.
Garner
$6,224
North Carolina
$5,769
The United States
$5,350
Charlotte
$4,283
Greensboro
$7,250
Burlington
$8,603
Fayetteville
$2,750
Seniors who require assistance paying for an assisted living facility in Garner and the state of North Carolina may be eligible through the state’s Medicaid plan. Eligibility is based on the Federal Supplemental Security Income Payment and any additional sources of income. While the program doesn’t pay for private rooms, family or individual supplementation is permitted when a private room is preferred.
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.
Adult day health care provides daytime support for seniors with minimal care needs for $1,820. Options for individuals looking to age in place include in-home care and home health care. In-home care involves routine daily assistance and costs $5,243. Home health care incurs higher rates as it involves light medical support, costing $6,673. Nursing homes, offering more comprehensive support than assisted living, have a higher expense of $8,943 per month.
In-Home Care
$5,243
Home Health Care
$6,673
Adult Day Health Care
$1,820
Assisted Living Facility
$6,224
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,943
Note: Since data for Garner is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Raleigh, instead.
Those researching assisted living in the Garner region have access to a range of free resources to help them make educated decisions about the level of care they need and options for paying for services. The following table features resources providing health insurance options counseling, social and recreational programs, advocacy services and referrals.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Triangle J Area Agency on Aging | (800) 310-9777 | The local Area Agency on Aging oversees and administers a broad range of programs and services for Garner residents aged 60 and over, including free legal assistance, congregate meal programs, multipurpose senior centers, volunteer opportunities and health promotion classes. It also operates the region’s long-term care ombudsman program to advocate on behalf of assisted living residents, help seniors and families identify financial assistance options and resolve issues related to the quality of care. |
Garner Senior Center | (919) 779-0122 | Garner Senior Center is operated by the city and is open to residents aged 55 and over. This 16,000-square-foot center hosts programs such as art and painting classes, games, day trips, health and wellness programs and fitness classes. It has over 300 attendees per day and about 6,500 per month, providing a dynamic social environment. |
Wake County Senior and Adult Services | (919) 856-6160 | Wake County’s Senior and Adult Services promotes the quality of life of older adults in Garner through placement screenings and information on senior care options, guardianship services and adult protective services. |
Resources for Seniors, Inc. | (919) 872-7933 | Resources for Seniors, Inc., is a comprehensive database that provides information on home- and community-based services in the Garner region. Through this resource, seniors obtain information and referrals, find local senior centers and arrange transportation services. |
Veterans Services | (919) 268-7456 | The county’s Veterans Services office supports Garner veterans and their families by helping them obtain the benefits they’re entitled to. Through this office, veterans can apply for pension programs and the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, which can be used toward assisted living expenses. |
Garner-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Ernestine
5.0
Review of Cadence Garner
We had a good tour at Cadence Garner. We couldn't see apartments because all of them were occupied. They had memory care, too. The staff we met was very good. They have a lot of activities, too....
Assisted Living
Arlene
5.0
Review of Cadence Garner
We fell in love with Cadence Garner. It was a beautiful facility. We loved the music. The staff was very nice and I would have chosen that, but they have a waiting list. The rooms were fine. The...
Provider response
Hello Arlene! Thank you so much for visiting and we're so glad you love our community! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! If we can do anything more to help you, please let us know! -...
Assisted Living
Zina
4.0
Review of Cadence Garner
Cadence Garner was a good place. The staff was very helpful. They offer everything, the same thing as the other place does. They have a game room, a dining room, a meeting room, and a theater. I...
Provider response
Hello Zina! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're glad we were able to help you. Please let us know if we can do anything more! - Cadence Garner