Gardens at Wakefield
12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614
Featured Resident Review
5
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June 17, 2024
My Apartment is GREAT The food is very good with lots of choices at each meal. The social life is full and available with great people to share life experiences with
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About Gardens at Wakefield in Raleigh, North Carolina
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield offers all-inclusive independent living for older adults seeking a convenient, active retirement lifestyle in Raleigh, North Carolina. This multi-story retirement community located in a quiet residential neighborhood near Falls Lake features spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments with kitchen or kitchenette options, walk-in showers or tubs, in-unit washers and dryers and self-controlled heating and air conditioning. Many apartments also include a private patio or balcony. Monthly rent covers three freshly prepared meals served daily in the community dining room, along with housekeeping, linen services and scheduled transportation around Raleigh. Holiday Gardens at Wakefield amenities and services include a theater, fitness equipment, a garden, a community fireplace, a library, a game room, a lounge, walking paths and a barber shop and beauty salon. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming residents' animal companions. The community's Engage Life® program offers a rotating monthly calendar filled with recreational, educational and social activities, as well as group day trips to local attractions. Each resident receives a Lively® Mobile Plus device for 24/7 access to emergency support insideand outside the community. Residents who need extra help have access to third-party care providers offering home care and health services for an added fee, including medication management, diabetic care and personal assistance. Legacy Healthcare Services also provides on-site physical and occupational therapy for an added fee. Nearby, residents can enjoy Wakefield Tavern, Sweet Adventures Bakery, Town Hall Burgers, Marquee Cinemas and Forest Ridge Park. Renovations at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield were completed in 2024 To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation Licensed Facilities
Reviews of Gardens at Wakefield in Raleigh, North Carolina
Vicki
5
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April 7, 2025
Everything about it was a five. The only problem was they were too expensive for me. The staff was a five, the atmosphere was a five, and the location was a five. Tina, their manager, was a five. If you had money, it was a good place to be. Their food was a 5. They had meat, a vegetable, a potato, and a dessert. They had a very nice and very well-presented dining room. Everything was excellent and clean. The studio is small, the bedroom is a little bit bigger, and the two bedrooms are much better. Everybody was happy there. It's a very nice atmosphere.
Gary19
5
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November 8, 2024
I liked the large one-bedroom, bath, and a half apartment that they had. I love the layout. I like their kitchens. Tina, the lady that showed me around, was nice. We talked a lot. She told me a little bit about her background and her husband, and I told her about mine. She took me around and showed me the different apartments and she seemed excited to have me there. That's one thing I like about it. She is also knowledgeable. She knows her apartments and things. She knows exactly what's going on. Plus, they have tankless water heaters there. The food was good. It just didn't seem quite as tasty.
Henry
5
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June 17, 2024
My Apartment is GREAT The food is very good with lots of choices at each meal. The social life is full and available with great people to share life experiences with
Kelly
5
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April 30, 2024
I toured. I felt the community was extremely nice. It was very clean. The people were very helpful and friendly. I had a lot of information. They had no problem when I asked questions. I was able to get the answers. The apartment looked very nice. If my grandmother comes down and she's able to still stay independent, I would definitely want her to go there. The staff is extremely friendly. I was introduced to folks that live there and they look as if they were extremely happy being there. What I really liked was the garden outside with the flowers that were there, and how the community plants. They have projects to plant their own gardens and things of that nature. I was extremely impressed. When I walked in, it kind of felt very warm and inviting because of how the building was decorated. The layout was nice and the size of the room is big enough for one individual.
Beth Madsen
5
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March 25, 2024
My mom has felt very welcomed. She had a great ambassador to show her around. She loves the food, especially breakfast. She has been involved with many of the activities that have been offered like Bible study, cards, and exercise.
Susan Shields
5
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March 19, 2024
The apartments are very nice with a nice balcony, kitchen and washer and dryer in each apartment. The staff is helpful, respectful and friendly.
Jennifer
5
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March 19, 2024
We had the pleasure of touring this community a couple of times. Everyone, from the residents to the staff and especially David and Tina were amazing!! Very friendly and genuine people. Everything you could want is offered. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. A nice, clean dining area to enjoy your meals. I highly recommend.
Sarah W
5
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February 15, 2024
Great apartments, great staff, super friendly atmosphere! Very pleased after moving in my mother in law
Ronnie P
5
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August 26, 2023
My mom has lived there for 12 years +. She loved her apartment and all the activities. She enjoyed meeting for her meals and friendly faces. She spent many afternoons in the beautiful gardens and gazebo. Loved Bingo and cards.
C. Ogden
5
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May 15, 2022
The staff has been extraordinarily caring and helpful throughout the entire process of choosing a facility and moving in our family member. Their ambassador program for new residents is a real plus.
Evelyn Taylor
5
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April 21, 2022
The apartments are very spacious. Its nice that there is a washer and dryer in the apartments. The staff is very friendly, caring and helpful. There are many activities that are offered to the residents to participate in. The community offers trips to doctors, shopping, etc.
JimG_Son_in_Law
5
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March 1, 2022
Nice safe location for your loved ones. Staff is super and they go the extra mile to make the residents feel appreciated and respected. Any issues within the apartments are quickly addressed and fixed. Two Bedroom unit is huge and the floor-plan is very nice.
Donna McG
5
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January 18, 2022
The staff are caring, attentive & friendly. The activities are numerous & fun. I enjoyed the musical entertainment when I attended an event at the community. There are many planned outings for the residents including shopping trips & lunches out at restaurants.
Lisa
5
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September 24, 2021
The independent living was very beautiful. It was very clean, welcoming, it smelled good, and everything about it was very nice. The staff that assisted me was knowledgeable and very friendly. During our visit, some women were playing a game of cards in a room. I think there was a place where somebody was playing the piano too. There was another crowd of people just sitting outside talking and singing.
Alison A
5
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July 23, 2021
From our first visit, we knew we had found a special place. During the transition process, the staff have been patient, kind, compassionate and attentive. We are thrilled that Mom has chosen to be a part of this warm and welcoming community!
douglassla
5
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May 29, 2021
We moved my Grandma in March and she is so happy. She loves all of the activities to do and the staff treat her amazing.
CH
5
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May 6, 2019
It was very good. The atmosphere was very nice and the courtyard was wonderful. They have a lot of nice amenities. The staff was excellent and very friendly. The dining area was clean and they had a lot of different choices for food which is nice. You can get hamburgers any day and snacks any time. They have all kinds of activities like Bingo, entertainers coming in, piano, and they go on outings.
Mary
4
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October 6, 2017
Our daughter is here because she suffers from bipolar depression. She is 59. She was very lonely and living by herself, and she said that she would like to go where there are other people. The activities are there if she wants to do them. She just called and told us the activities she did for the day, which were good. They appear to encourage friendliness among the residents. It was a very difficult adjustment for my daughter as she is the youngest person there, but she is fully adjusting. The facilities are nice. They just recently cleaned all the carpets and furniture. The people are very kind. The woman who interviewed us before we started was very friendly and very caring. The community is in a nice area, and they have a lovely garden for people to walk through. I'm just very thankful.
TW1
5
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June 22, 2015
I was very impressed with this facility. The staff and residents were knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. Staff followed up with me to answer any questions and to invite me back. The facility and grounds made you feel as if you were in a very nice apartment complex. This facility was in my top 2 pick for my mother.
Caring83832450
5
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May 29, 2014
I've been visiting for 4 or 5 years. I was very familiar with it. The food is very good; they have 3 meals a day. They have a washer and dryer in the room. They have a good staff. They have trips in town and meetings for various subjects. They have a regular schedule of buses to the grocery stores and doctors. The rooms looked all right to me. I don’t think they're terribly small.
Caring78083350
5
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February 14, 2014
The size of the apartments is what I liked best, and the friendliness. The food, the staff. Everything about it is good. My mother feels very much at home. She describes it as a nice homey atmosphere.
Karen82060650
5
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December 31, 2013
It was very pretty, and the staff was very nice. The rooms were also very nice and adequately-sized. I would recommend this place.
Amelia1
5
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June 19, 2013
I visited and it was a lovely place, but it's too far for my family. They got some nice staff and they have some nice rooms. The apartments have balcony. They are comfortable. They have transportation and exercise classes.
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Services and Amenities of Gardens at Wakefield in Raleigh, North Carolina
Companionship & Escort Assistance
- Companionship Services
- Escort Assistance
Financing & Payment Options
- Accepts Credit Card Payments
Guests
- Guest Parking
- Overnight Guests
Inside Amenities
- Computer Room
- Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
Outside Amenities
- Garden
- Walking and Hiking Areas
Therapies
- Occupational Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Speech Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Stroke Therapy/Rehabilitation
- Therapy/Rehabilitation
Kitchen Types
- Kitchen
Diet & Nutrition
- Diabetic
- Low Fat
- Low Salt
- Vegetarian Diet Available
- Chef on staff
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
- Tai Chi
- Salon Services
- Fitness Opportunities
Health Services
- Companion Care
- In Home Health Care
- Medication Reminders
Languages
- English spoken
Personal Care
- Bathing Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Grooming Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Personal Care Reminders
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
- Medical Transportation Services
- Transportation Services for General Shopping
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Guest Meals
- Beverages provided
- Casual dining
- Meal delivery and/or takeout option
- Meals provided
- Snacks provided
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
- Golf
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Housekeeping Services
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
- Groundskeeping Services
- Maintenance & Repair Services
- Maintenance Staff On-Site
- Pest Control Services
On-Site Services
- Religious Services
- Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid Assistance
Room Amenities
- Wifi/Internet In Unit
- Cable/Satellite In Unit
- Kitchen Appliances In Unit
Staff Training & Qualifications
- Staff trained in diversity/inclusion/sensitivity
Pets
- Pets
Additional Amenity Information
- Fee Structure: Included in Rent: Basic Cable, Electric, Gas, Sewer, Water
- Housing: Handicap Barrier Free Units Available, Individual Climate Control, Safety Rails In Bathroom, Telephone Hookup, Walk In Tub, Washer Dryer Hookup
- Dining: Private dining room
- Features: Chapel, Library, Locked Mailboxes, Elevator, Storage Space
- Technology: Business Center, WiFi in Common Areas
- Activities: Billiard Lounge, Game Room, Activity Room
- Payment Options: Automatic Online Payments
Costs for Gardens at Wakefield in Raleigh, North Carolina

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