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Best Assisted Living in Durham, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 17 assisted living communities in Durham, NC using NC Dept. of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NC
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Avg Monthly Cost: $8,013The average monthly cost across facilities in Durham, NC. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 25/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Durham, NC. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 53The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Durham, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation.

Brookdale Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Northeast Durham)
119
Facility 119
NC AVG 72
Rank #49 / 390
Yes
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
62.2%
Facility 62.2%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #167 / 246
87.00/200
Facility 87.00/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #276 / 322
38
92.1%
Facility 92.1%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #311 / 335
Studio
Carolina Reserve of Durham
AL
MC
Durham (Hope Valley Green)
60
Facility 60
NC AVG 72
Rank #233 / 390
No
48
Facility 48
NC AVG 33
Rank #167 / 572
23.3%
Facility 23.3%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #240 / 246
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #73 / 322
22
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #146 / 335
Studio / 2 Bed
The Addison
AL
MC
Durham
120
Facility 120
NC AVG 72
Rank #36 / 390
Yes
22
Facility 22
NC AVG 33
Rank #360 / 572
47.5%
Facility 47.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #197 / 246
84.50/200
Facility 84.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #285 / 322
26
88.5%
Facility 88.5%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #281 / 335
Suite / 1 Bed
Eno Pointe Assisted Living
AL
NC
Durham (North Roxboro Street)
147
Facility 147
NC AVG 72
Rank #13 / 390
No
11
Facility 11
NC AVG 33
Rank #449 / 572
73.5%
Facility 73.5%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #128 / 246
99.50/200
Facility 99.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #145 / 322
25
92%
Facility 92%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #307 / 335
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Brookdale Chapel Hill
AL
MC
Chapel Hill (Falconbridge)
38
Facility 38
NC AVG 72
Rank #319 / 390
No
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 33
Rank #260 / 572
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #1 / 246
96.75/200
Facility 96.75/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #195 / 322
30
86.7%
Facility 86.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #266 / 335
Studio / Suite
Atria Southpoint Walk
AL
NH
IL
RC
Durham (Crooked Creek)
20
Facility 20
NC AVG 72
Rank #334 / 390
Yes
59
Facility 59
NC AVG 33
Rank #76 / 572
93.4%
Facility 93.4%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #40 / 246
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #31 / 322
19
78.9%
Facility 78.9%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #156 / 335
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Chapel Hill
AL
MC
Chapel Hill (Falconbridge)
70
Facility 70
NC AVG 72
Rank #186 / 390
Yes
35
Facility 35
NC AVG 33
Rank #260 / 572
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #150 / 246
87.50/200
Facility 87.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #274 / 322
24
79.2%
Facility 79.2%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #161 / 335
Private / Companion Suites
Hillcrest Convalescent Center
AL
NH
RC
Durham
86
Facility 86
NC AVG 72
Rank #131 / 390
No
81
Facility 81
NC AVG 33
Rank #5 / 572
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #78 / 246
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Croasdaile Village
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Durham
64
Facility 64
NC AVG 72
Rank #216 / 390
No
9
Facility 9
NC AVG 33
Rank #462 / 572
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #84 / 246
104.50/200
Facility 104.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #20 / 322
15
60%
Facility 60%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #48 / 335
-
Calyx Living of Durham
AL
MC
RC
Durham
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 72
Rank #138 / 390
No
0
Facility 0
NC AVG 33
Rank #548 / 572
39.3%
Facility 39.3%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #211 / 246
95.50/200
Facility 95.50/200
NC AVG 92.2
Rank #212 / 322
6
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
NC AVG 76.2%
Rank #69 / 335
-
Croasdaile Village
AL
HC
IL
MC
NH
Durham
-No
3
Facility 3
NC AVG 33
Rank #515 / 572
82.2%
Facility 82.2%
NC AVG 69.9%
Rank #84 / 246
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Overview of Brookdale Durham

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Durham, NC, Brookdale Durham is an encouraging senior living community that offers personalized senior living with assisted living and memory care services. Residents receive tailored support to maintain their independence, ensuring they can transition seamlessly between care levels as needed without relocating. The community features spacious, pet-friendly apartments and convenient amenities, including restaurant-style dining right on campus.

Memory care residents benefit from individualized attention aimed at preserving their unique identities, supported by a 24/7 on-site team ready to respond to emergencies. The community’s assisted living services assist with daily tasks such as medication management and personal care, complemented by delicious meals served in a welcoming dining environment. Through Brookdale’s Alzheimer’s and dementia program, residents follow a personalized enrichment plan designed to foster existing skills and explore new interests, ensuring a fulfilling lifestyle.

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Overview of Carolina Reserve of Durham

Carolina Reserve of Durham residents expect to continue to create a lifestyle that suits the needs of its memory care and assisted living residents. The upscale community offers many opportunities for blossoming friendships between staff and residents. Cultivating personal growth and holistic wellness is what they are known for. As a proud member of Navion Senior Solutions, residents learn to live vibrant social lives during their golden years.

Carolina Reserve of Durham offers many activities and amenities that cater to the interests of every senior– it features a recreational room, transportation services, in-house maintenance service, seasonal menus served daily, social activities, and wellness programs, ensuring that residents stay entertained and engaged throughout the day.

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Overview of The Addison

Situated at 4713 Garrett Rd in Durham, North Carolina, The Addison is a two-story assisted living residence with 120 one-bedroom suites. The community has an occupancy rate of 48%. Its neighborhood has a Walk Score of 22, so residents and visiting family members will need a car for most errands and appointments.

State inspections over the past decade have focused on medication administration, staffing levels in specialized care units, and building maintenance. Families touring the community should ask how these areas are managed and what steps are in place to manage these operational areas daily.

Families who want a better understanding of everyday life at The Addison should contact the community directly or schedule a tour to learn more about the available care, services, and lifestyle options.

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Overview of Eno Pointe Assisted Living

Surrounded by verdant trees in Durham, NC, Eno Pointe Assisted Living provides a relaxing setting for those seeking compassionate assisted living services. Their excellent team is always available to support residents who need assistance with their daily living activities, medication management, and personal care, without affecting their independence. For added care, doctors are available on-site to monitor residents’ medical needs and help coordinate their care with several healthcare providers.

Residents are also given plenty of opportunities to have fun and stay active with their brimming calendar of social activities and events. For proper nourishment, dietician-approved meals and snacks are served three times a day. Residents also have optional access to various therapy services allowing them to conveniently recover or maintain their mobility and abilities. At Eno Pointe Assisted Living, they make sure residents are given the care, support, and opportunities they need to live fully.

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Overview of Brookdale Chapel Hill

Burrowed in the peaceful neighborhood of Chapel Hill, North Carolina neighborhood, Brookdale Chapel Hill is a supportive senior living community offering memory care. The community provides a secure and comfortable environment where residents receive personalized assistance with daily activities. With trained dementia care staff available 24/7, we ensure a supportive atmosphere tailored to individual needs. Our tailored approach includes the Clare Bridge program for mid to late stages of dementia and the Solace program for advanced stages, offering compassionate care and consistent support.

Residents at Brookdale Chapel Hill enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with a full calendar of engaging activities designed to enhance cognitive function and overall well-being. From therapeutic pet visits and courtyard strolls to games in the cozy living room, our activities aim to support each resident’s abilities and encourage meaningful experiences. Located near downtown Chapel Hill and the Research Triangle, our community offers convenient access to local attractions, allowing residents and their families to explore cultural and recreational opportunities in the area.

Contact Brookdale Chapel Hill

Overview of Atria Southpoint Walk

Atria Southpoint Walk is a retirement community catering to independent and assisted living needs. It is Just a short distance from Old West Durham and just minutes away from the Duke University Golf Club. Atria Southpoint Walk places a strong focus on residents’ well-being and connections.

Experience a fulfilling and satisfying lifestyle within the community and its inviting surroundings. This assisted living community prides itself on amenities that enhance residents’ lives. Residents can shape their days according to their preferences with chef-prepared meals, a modern fitness center, a cinematic theater, and an enjoyable game room.

Contact Atria Southpoint Walk

Overview of Renaissance Care Home at Brier Creek

In Durham, North Carolina, Renaissance Care Home at Brier Creek emerges as a dedicated assisted living community, emphasizing enhancing seniors’ well-being through a commitment to offering unparalleled personalized care within assisted living facilities. A central tenet of their mission revolves around providing exemplary client care across their family care homes.

The team at Renaissance Care Home stands fueled by motivation and unwavering determination, unified in their pursuit of establishing it as the epitome of exceptional assisted living facilities. They pledge a persistent presence, tending to residents’ needs while fulfilling their desires. Discover a haven where personalized care flourishes at Renaissance Care Home at Brier Creek.

Contact Renaissance Care Home at Brier Creek

Overview of Livewell @ Hope Valley (durham)

LiveWell at Hope Valley is a prominent senior living provider in Durham, North Carolina, dedicated to fostering happiness throughout aging. This establishment extends Assisted Living and Memory Care services to its esteemed senior residents.

Notably, LiveWell Cares is the sole elder care service provider in North Carolina to offer a comprehensive range of solutions, encompassing both Home Care and Care Home options.

Contact Livewell @ Hope Valley (Durham)

Overview of Springdaile Assisted Living

Overlooking the neighborhood of Durham, NC, Springdaile Assisted Living is a compassionate senior living community, offering premiere assisted living services. Residents here receive excellent, all-inclusive care in a safe and comfortable environment that fosters independence and autonomy. A team of compassionate, qualified caregivers are always available to provide residents with various services and assistance with their daily living activities or anything they may need help with.

The community recognizes that residents’ needs and preferences are as unique as them. Hence, they offer personalized care services curated to their individual needs and care goals. Here, residents are provided with a family-like environment of like-minded individuals who share the same enthusiasm for living vibrantly and actively. With skilled professionals, a nurturing environment, and all-encompassing care, residents here are guaranteed to flourish and thrive.

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Overview of Rockbridge Senior Home Living

Spend your golden years at Rockbridge Senior Home Living, an outstanding community in Durham, NC, offering assisted living. A kind and highly trained team provides the highest quality of care tailored to residents’ unique needs 24/7, ensuring their comfort and safety. With housekeeping, laundry, and linen services, residents can rest assured of living a hassle-free lifestyle.

A thoughtfully planned calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also taken care of for convenience. The community is a great option for those needing assistance to enjoy a blissful retirement.

Contact Rockbridge Senior Home Living

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 Durham, 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 17 assisted living facilities in Durham, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Durham, 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 Durham, 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 Durham, 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.