
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.
| Glenaire | AL NH IL | Cary (Glenaire) | 71
Facility
71
NC AVG
72
Rank
#184 / 389 | No |
25
Facility
25
NC AVG
33
Rank
#347 / 573 | 94.1% | A+ | - | - | 3 | 0%
Facility
0%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#1 / 333 | - |
| Sunrise of Cary | AL HOS MC | Cary (West Chatham Street) | 85
Facility
85
NC AVG
72
Rank
#134 / 389 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
NC AVG
33
Rank
#272 / 573 | 40.0% | A- | 103.50/200
Facility
103.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#31 / 321 | 18 | 66.7%
Facility
66.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#68 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Heartfields at Cary | AL MC | Cary | 97
Facility
97
NC AVG
72
Rank
#90 / 389 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
NC AVG
33
Rank
#72 / 573 | 79.4% | - | 97.50/200
Facility
97.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#185 / 321 | 32 | 81.3%
Facility
81.3%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#190 / 333 | Studio / 2 Bed | |
| Spring Arbor of Cary | AL MC | Cary (Kildaire Farm Road) | 80
Facility
80
NC AVG
72
Rank
#152 / 389 | Yes |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#261 / 573 | - | - | 95.50/200
Facility
95.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#211 / 321 | 10 | 50%
Facility
50%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#31 / 333 | Studio / Cottage/ Alcove | |
| The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace | AL IL MC | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84
Facility
84
NC AVG
72
Rank
#137 / 389 | Yes |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
33
Rank
#111 / 573 | 39.3% | - | 95.75/200
Facility
95.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#209 / 321 | 19 | 84.2%
Facility
84.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#238 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Brookdale MacArthur Park | AL MC | Cary (Carolina House Of Cary) | 80
Facility
80
NC AVG
72
Rank
#152 / 389 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
NC AVG
33
Rank
#441 / 573 | - | - | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 321 | 24 | 79.2%
Facility
79.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#160 / 333 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Woodland Terrace | AL IL MC | Cary (Woodland Terrace) | 84
Facility
84
NC AVG
72
Rank
#137 / 389 | No |
55
Facility
55
NC AVG
33
Rank
#111 / 573 | - | - | 95.75/200
Facility
95.75/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#209 / 321 | 19 | 84.2%
Facility
84.2%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#238 / 333 | - | |
| Waltonwood – Cary | AL IL MC | Cary (Ridgepath) | 57
Facility
57
NC AVG
72
Rank
#279 / 389 | Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#361 / 573 | - | - | 101.50/200
Facility
101.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#103 / 321 | 16 | 81.3%
Facility
81.3%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#190 / 333 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Phoenix Assisted Care | AL MC RC | Cary (Parkway Retirement Center) | 120
Facility
120
NC AVG
72
Rank
#36 / 389 | No |
24
Facility
24
NC AVG
33
Rank
#350 / 573 | 52.5% | A+ | - | 0.00/200
Facility
0.00/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#305 / 321 | 42 | 85.7%
Facility
85.7%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#256 / 333 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Searstone Retirement Community | AL IL MC NH SNF | Cary (Searstone Drive) | - | Yes |
49
Facility
49
NC AVG
33
Rank
#162 / 573 | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Templeton of Cary | AL IL MC NH SNF | Cary (Ponderosa) | - | Yes |
46
Facility
46
NC AVG
33
Rank
#186 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Atria Cary | AL IL MC | Cary | - | Yes |
30
Facility
30
NC AVG
33
Rank
#309 / 573 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Glenaire, located in Cary, NC, is a continuing care retirement community by Brightspire that offers long term care to their residents. This senior living community provides their residents smoke-free accommodations that feature 24 hour emergency response systems, with weekly housekeeping and linen services. They also offer basic healthcare services in their clinic staffed by a nurse practitioner.
Additionally, they offer a rich array of amenities that provides residences with both convenience, comfort, and entertainment. From their walking trails, to their aquatic center, to the fitness studio, to their auditorium wit theater equipment.
Sunrise of Cary, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community by Sunrise Senior Living. They offer assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice care services to their residents. This senior living ensures that the residents in their assisted living program receive the specific support they need by creating individualized care programs which may include assistance with daily living activities, medication management, and concierge services.
This pet friendly community also welcomes the residents pets, valuing the comfort and support they provide their senior owners. The accommodation options are also purposely designed, from their emergency call systems, to the facilities that promote mobility, and spaces to either rest or socialize in. Furthermore, they offer menu options featuring seasonal ingredients and regional dishes prepared by talented chefs.
Heartfields at Cary envisions memory care that goes beyond mere accommodation – it’s about fostering love, connection, and meaningful engagement. The community is situated in Cary, NC, and boasts elegant living and communal spaces with just the right touch of warmth. The vision is to create an environment where residents love their surroundings, the people they’re with, and the activities they engage in. Heartfields at Cary aims to be a place where families reconnect, fostering a sense of community and shared experiences.
In addition to its vibrant living spaces, Heartfields at Cary is committed to providing top-notch Memory Care through Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program. The community prioritizes familiarity, safety, and comfort, offering individualized attention with recreational and occupational therapy. Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity center, various social and recreational events, and even access a full-service barber and beauty salon. The Memory Care apartments at Heartfields at Cary are designed to be safe, secure, and comfortable, with a range of options, including studio and companion apartments.
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.
Located near UNC REX Hospital in Cary, North Carolina, this assisted living and memory care community serves up to six residents in a single-story home. Its small size supports a highly personalized environment, and all available beds are currently occupied. Care ranges from assistance with daily living to end-of-life support, with staff trained in wander-management procedures for residents who may be at risk of leaving the home unsupervised.
Older adults receive help with medication administration, incontinence care, and transportation to medical appointments. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants are available around the clock, maintaining a staff-to-resident ratio of one caregiver for every three residents. The organization also provides in-home care services for individuals who wish to remain in a private residence.
Meals are prepared to accommodate individual dietary needs, including vegetarian, diabetic, and gluten-free preferences. Residents also have access to housekeeping, laundry, transportation, religious services, a chapel, a spa, and a live-in care program.
Inspection reports from North Carolina’s Division of Health Service Regulation have cited findings related to resident supervision practices and the timing of meal service during one review. No additional concerns involving food preparation or nutrition were identified.
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.
Cary Family Care provides assisted living services for older adults with dementia in a residential setting on Front Ridge Drive in Cary, North Carolina. Limited to three residents, the single-story home emphasizes individualized attention and a close caregiver-to-resident relationship. The community is currently fully occupied, reflecting consistent demand for its specialized approach to memory support.
Care is tailored to individuals at varying stages of dementia and includes continuous supervision, routine assessments by a registered nurse, and coordination of transportation for medical appointments. With one staff member for every three residents, support remains highly hands-on and responsive to changing needs.
Residents receive assistance with bathing, grooming, personal hygiene, and skin care, along with meals designed to meet individual dietary preferences and requirements. Daily life also includes wellness programming, recreational opportunities, fitness activities, and transportation services.
Inspection records from North Carolina’s Division of Health Service Regulation indicate that previously identified issues involving building maintenance, documentation, and safety equipment were corrected through required action plans. No civil penalties have been reported. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 28, making most errands and outings dependent on vehicle transportation rather than walking.
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace, Cary, North Carolina, is a nurturing and person-centered memory care community for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. The mission is to provide a warm, caring environment prioritizing residents’ independence, dignity, and individuality. The community values a compassionate approach to care, ensuring the well-being of each resident. The dedicated professional staff enjoys spending quality time with residents, fostering an atmosphere of comfort and happiness, and providing residents and their families peace of mind for future planning.
The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace offers a range of memory care amenities designed to enhance the overall well-being of residents. Personal care services, three daily meals plus snacks, laundry services, and weekly housekeeping contribute to a comfortable lifestyle. The community provides medication management, standard cable, utilities, and telephone services. Scheduled transportation, the Art of Living Well® programs, and 24-hour nurse availability enrich residents’ experiences. Planned social and educational events, day trips, gardening programs, and the Music & Memory program create a vibrant and engaging living environment, fostering community and fulfillment. Aquatics programs are also available to support residents leading active and enjoyable lives.
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
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.
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
01
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
02
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
03
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
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
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 21 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.













