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The Retreat at Cary
Assisted Living, Palliative Care & Residential Care · Cary, NC
A peaceful outdoor space with trees and seating A cozy dining room set for a meal Bright sunroom with seating and plants A cozy resident room with a bed and armchair Cozy living room area with comfortable seating Elegant dining room with floral curtains and table setting

The Retreat at Cary

Assisted Living, Palliative Care & Residential Care · Cary, NC
309 Tweed Cir, Cary, NC 27511 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Retreat at Cary

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The Retreat at Cary, located in Cary, NC, is a close-knit senior living community offering elderly care together with its sister facility in the area, The Retreat at Cary Corner. They offer round the clock supervision with a 1:3 staff to resident ratio, ensuring that the residents are well cared for. Other services they offer include medication management, and assistance with daily living activities such as bathing and dressing, feeding, and toileting.

The residents of The Retreat at Cary are also provided meals that match their dietary needs, as well as housekeeping and laundry services. They also encourage residents to participate in their daily activities that targets their physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual well being.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 6 Rank #335 / 387Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 335th out of 387 homes we track in North Carolina for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other North Carolina facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #424 / 536Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 424th out of 536 homes we track in North Carolina for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across North Carolina facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in North Carolina that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
CountyWake
License NumberFCL-092-216

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

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Inspection History

In North Carolina, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation conducts unannounced surveys to ensure nursing and adult care homes meet safety standards.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 1 deficiency 1 inspection 0 penalties 1 inspection with deficiencies

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the North Carolina state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. North Carolina state average
Overall vs. NC average 1 Worse Metrics worse than North Carolina average:
• Inspection deficiency rate (9% above) 3 Better Metrics better than North Carolina average:
• Total deficiencies (98% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (80% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (95% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 146 This facility has 98% fewer total deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1 vs. NC avg 46).↓ 98% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.05.01 This facility has 80% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1 vs. NC avg 5.01).↓ 80% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityNC Averagevs. NC Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 121 This facility has had 95% fewer total inspections than the North Carolina average (1 vs. NC avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 95% fewer
Inspections with deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency. 119 This facility has 95% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (1 vs. NC avg 19).↓ 95% better
Inspection deficiency rate Info Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. 100%92% This facility has 8 percentage points higher inspection deficiency rate than a typical North Carolina assisted living residence (100% vs. NC avg 92%).↑ 8% worse
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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Division Of Health Service Rating
4/4

North Carolina average: 3 stars See full North Carolina ranking

Scores

DHSR Score
101.50 / 200

Quality score (0-200). Higher scores indicate better performance in inspections and compliance.

North Carolina average: 98 See full North Carolina ranking

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Address 4.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cary's city center to The Retreat at Cary's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.57 miles to nearest hospital (WakeMed Cary Hospital)

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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Share of inspections that resulted in deficiencies, expressed as a percentage of total inspections in the window.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Heartfields at Cary
AL
MC
Cary
97
Facility 97
NC AVG 72
Rank #88 / 387
Yes
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 36
Rank #72 / 536
79.4%
Facility 79.4%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #106 / 232
-
97.50/200
Facility 97.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #185 / 321
12
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Cary
AL
HOS
MC
Cary
85
Facility 85
NC AVG 72
Rank #132 / 387
Yes
34
Facility 34
NC AVG 36
Rank #272 / 536
40.0%
Facility 40.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #193 / 232
A-
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 321
6
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace
AL
IL
MC
Cary
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 72
Rank #135 / 387
Yes
55
Facility 55
NC AVG 36
Rank #111 / 536
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #196 / 232
-
95.75/200
Facility 95.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #209 / 321
9
89%
Facility 89%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #71 / 333
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Retreat at Cary
AL
PC
RESC
Cary
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 72
Rank #335 / 387
No
14
Facility 14
NC AVG 36
Rank #424 / 536
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101.50/200
Facility 101.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #103 / 321
1
100%
Facility 100%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #138 / 333
-
Cary Family Care
AL
RESC
Cary (Twin Lakes)
3
Facility 3
NC AVG 72
Rank #383 / 387
No
28
Facility 28
NC AVG 36
Rank #328 / 536
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 70.6%
Rank #1 / 232
-
100.00/200
Facility 100.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #136 / 321
5
80%
Facility 80%
NC AVG 91.8%
Rank #33 / 333
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in North Carolina

The Retreat at Cary is located in Cary, North Carolina.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in North Carolina.

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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled
General North Carolina resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
NC

High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General North Carolina resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
NC

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)

Age 55+
General NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
NC

Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+
General NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
NC

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Benefits
Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Meal prep Respite (~5 days/year) Errands

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General NC resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
NC

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General NC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
NC

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General NC resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$30,258/year 50% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; home value considered.
NC

Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.

Benefits
Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility)

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
NC

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

Frequently Asked Questions about The Retreat at Cary

Is The Retreat at Cary in a walkable area?

The Retreat at Cary has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Retreat at Cary?

According to NC state health department records, The Retreat at Cary's license number is FCL-092-216.

Are pets allowed at The Retreat at Cary?

No, The Retreat at Cary has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does The Retreat at Cary have?

The Retreat at Cary has 6 beds.

Has The Retreat at Cary had any deficiencies?

The Retreat at Cary has had 1 reported deficiency since 2023 according to records from NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS).

Are there photos of The Retreat at Cary?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Retreat at Cary in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Retreat at Cary?

The Retreat at Cary is located at 309 Tweed Cir, Cary, NC 27511.

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