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Compare Assisted Living around Cary (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.
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| Woodland Terrace |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Cary (Woodland Terrace) |
84
Facility
84
NC AVG
116
Rank
#154 / 397
| No |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
33
Rank
#110 / 572
| - | 95.75/200 | 19 | 84.2% | - | |
| Brookdale MacArthur Park |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Cary (Carolina House Of Cary) |
80
Facility
80
NC AVG
116
Rank
#168 / 397
| Yes |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#441 / 572
| - | 101.50/200 | 24 | 79.2% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Spring Arbor of Cary |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary (Kildaire Farm Road) |
80
Facility
80
NC AVG
116
Rank
#168 / 397
| Yes |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 572
| - | 95.50/200 | 10 | 50% | Studio / Cottage/ Alcove | |
| Avendelle on Kildaire Farm |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary (The Bluffs Of Kildaire) |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
116
Rank
#350 / 397
| Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#361 / 572
| - | 103.50/200 | 4 | 50% | - | |
| Avendelle on Tyrion |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary (Summerwinds) |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
116
Rank
#350 / 397
| Yes |
41
Facility
41
NC AVG
33
Rank
#220 / 572
| - | 105.50/200 | 6 | 50% | - | |
| Avendelle on Maynard |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Cary (Oxford Square Apartments) |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
116
Rank
#350 / 397
| Yes |
49
Facility
49
NC AVG
33
Rank
#161 / 572
| A+ | 105.50/200 | 6 | 50% | - | |
| Avendelle at MacArthur |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary (Trafalgar) |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
116
Rank
#350 / 397
| No |
15
Facility
15
NC AVG
33
Rank
#415 / 572
| - | 107.50/200 | 1 | - | Private Rooms | |
| Rose Care Home – Cary |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary (Churchill Downs) |
6
Facility
6
NC AVG
116
Rank
#350 / 397
| No |
62
Facility
62
NC AVG
33
Rank
#58 / 572
| - | 98.50/200 | 11 | 90.9% | - |
Overview of Brookdale Macarthur Park
Situated in Cary, NC, Brookdale Macarthur Park is a thriving senior living community, offering a warm and welcoming senior living community with both assisted living and memory care options. Residents can enjoy personalized care tailored to their needs, whether it’s assistance with daily tasks or engaging in purposeful memory care programs. The community features a selection of pet-friendly apartments with ample natural lighting and includes basic utilities and maintenance. Seniors will appreciate the vibrant social calendar and delicious meals in the elegant dining room, all while knowing that help is available 24/7 for any emergencies.
Brookdale Macarthur Park’s mission is to provide a nurturing environment where seniors can thrive. The community offers a range of amenities to enhance residents’ quality of life, including an emergency alert system, transportation, and a concierge service. Residents can relax in the fireside living room, enjoy the courtyard and garden, or socialize in the game room. The café/bistro and private dining room ensure every meal is a delightful experience, supporting both nutrition and social connections.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 350 - 480 / 350 / 355 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Spring Arbor of Cary
Discover a high-quality living experience with the Spring Arbor Senior Living located in Cary, NC providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Residents can choose from a variety of spacious and inviting accommodations including a studio, cottage-large studio, one-bedroom, and alcove suites designed to ensure each resident’s comfort and well-being. Beautifully appointed indoor and outdoor spaces are also provided for residents to relax. With an expert and compassionate team, many services are created to meet the needs of the residents, including personalized care, medication management, fitness and wellness programs, and much more.
The community boasts a host of exceptional amenities that residents can enjoy such as appetizing and nourishing meals, a full-service beauty and barber salon, laundry facilities, and convenient transportation services. At Spring Arbor, seniors are guaranteed a welcoming environment where they can thrive and enjoy a blissful life.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 334 / 396 / 477-540 / 513 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Cottage/ Alcove
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Woodland Terrace
A proud member of the Kisco Community, Woodland Terrace offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Known as vibrant and sophisticated, the resort-style community puts convenience and comfort at the heart of its service. Woodland Terrace provides endless opportunities that are in harmony with the individual goals of each resident in a beautiful and nurturing environment.
Woodland Terrace pride itself on delivering a valuable service for its senior residents. Comprehensive world-class services include an on-call nurse, an exquisite dining area, casual dining at the café, engaging health and fitness classes to strengthen wellness, and recreational activities at acres of outdoor space.
Overview of Avendelle on Kildaire Farm
Avendelle on Kildaire Farm, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community by Avendelle that offers assisted living services and amenities to its residents. As part of their assisted living services, they provide their residents with 24 hour personalized care and supervision, medication administration and management, as well as regular physician visits for health checks and assessments.
Additionally, the residents are also provided nutritional meals and snacks throughout the day where special diets are also accommodated. This senior living community also offers housekeeping and laundry services, as well as grooming services, providing convenience and comfort during the residents’ stay in the community
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Avendelle on Tyrion
Avendelle on Tyrion, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community by Avendelle offering assisted living services and amenities to its residents. This senior living community provides its residents 24 hour personalized care and supervision, weekly checks and monthly assessment, as well as assistance with medication management and administration. Additionally, all accommodation units come with a cable tv, and the community is equipped with alarm systems.
Avendelle on Tyrion also offers a number of amenities and services designed to provide convenience and comfort. This includes visiting physicians and hairdressers, meal provisions, and housekeeping and laundry services. They also have an activity room where residents can engage, and socialize with staff as well as other residents.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Avendelle on Maynard
Avendelle on Maynard, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community by Avendelle, offering assisted living services to its residents. This assisted living community provides personalized care plans where residents receive varying levels of care and assistance as their needs change. This includes assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and 24/7 staff availability for supervision.
Additionally, residents are also provided freshly cooked meals throughout the day, as well as regular health and wellness assessments to ensure that they are receiving proper care according to their current needs. Grooming assistance and salon services are also offered regularly, and residents are also encouraged to participate in physical and social activities the staff prepared, to make sure that they maintain their mobility and keep their overall health and well being at its best.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Staff to Resident Ratio: 1:3 ( 1 Staff - 3 Resident )
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Rose Care Home is a vibrant assisted living community in Cary, NC, that offers personal care plans. The community strives to accommodate older adults with its home-like environment. Recreational activities and household services are also offered, ensuring residents have a maintenance-free lifestyle. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, the community crafts care plans tailored to their unique needs.
Fun recreational activities, light exercises, and plenty of interest groups accompany older adults, promoting an active lifestyle. With spacious outdoors, naturally-lit hallways, and cozy gathering spaces, residents have more places to spend their free time. Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Cary, the community promises a stress-free retirement. This assisted living community is ideal for older adults in North Carolina, especially with its friendly setting.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Personal Care Assistance
Social and Recreational Activities
Avendelle at Macarthur is a supportive assisted living community in Cary, NC, that offers 24-hour personalized care. The community has six private rooms, designed for older adults’ comfort and safety. Educational activities, an emergency alert system, and concierge services are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, the community strives to create care plans tailored to their unique needs.
For residents’ holistic wellness, social activities, recreational programs, and light exercises are conducted. A nurse on the team also provides weekly health checks and monthly assessments to ensure up-to-date information about residents’ health. Overlooking the scenic Bond Lake and Oxford Hunt Greenway, the community ensures a laid-back retirement. This assisted living community is a top choice for older adults in North Carolina, especially with its nurturing environment and cozy living spaces.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Cary, NC
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in North Carolina?
Assisted living in North Carolina supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in North Carolina?
Assisted living in North Carolina is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does North Carolina Medicaid cover assisted living?
North Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including North Carolina) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 8 assisted living facilities in Cary, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Cary, NC?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cary, NC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Cary, NC?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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