Compare Memory Care around Durham (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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| Brookdale Durham |
MC
AL
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Durham (Northeast Durham) |
119
Facility
119
NC AVG
72
Rank
#49 / 390
| Yes |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#462 / 572
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62.2%
Facility
62.2%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#167 / 246
| A+ |
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 | |
| The Addison |
MC
AL
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Durham |
120
Facility
120
NC AVG
72
Rank
#36 / 390
| Yes |
22
Facility
22
NC AVG
33
Rank
#360 / 572
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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 | |
| Seasons at Southpoint |
MC
RC
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Durham |
51
Facility
51
NC AVG
72
Rank
#294 / 390
| No |
34
Facility
34
NC AVG
33
Rank
#271 / 572
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58.8%
Facility
58.8%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#176 / 246
| A+ | - |
0.00/200
Facility
0.00/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#306 / 322
| 28 |
89.3%
Facility
89.3%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#294 / 335
| Studio |
| Brookdale Chapel Hill |
MC
AL
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Chapel Hill (Falconbridge) |
38
Facility
38
NC AVG
72
Rank
#319 / 390
| No |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#260 / 572
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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 | |
| Durham Ridge Assisted Living |
MC
AL
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Durham |
142
Facility
142
NC AVG
72
Rank
#15 / 390
| No |
38
Facility
38
NC AVG
33
Rank
#235 / 572
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83.1%
Facility
83.1%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#78 / 246
| A+ |
86.50/200
Facility
86.50/200
NC AVG
92.2
Rank
#278 / 322
| 43 |
81.4%
Facility
81.4%
NC AVG
76.2%
Rank
#194 / 335
| Studio / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| Brookdale Chapel Hill |
MC
AL
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Chapel Hill (Falconbridge) |
70
Facility
70
NC AVG
72
Rank
#186 / 390
| Yes |
35
Facility
35
NC AVG
33
Rank
#260 / 572
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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 | |
| Croasdaile Village |
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
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Durham |
64
Facility
64
NC AVG
72
Rank
#216 / 390
| No |
9
Facility
9
NC AVG
33
Rank
#462 / 572
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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 |
MC
AL
RC
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Durham |
84
Facility
84
NC AVG
72
Rank
#138 / 390
| No |
0
Facility
0
NC AVG
33
Rank
#548 / 572
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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 |
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
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Durham | - | No |
3
Facility
3
NC AVG
33
Rank
#515 / 572
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82.2%
Facility
82.2%
NC AVG
69.9%
Rank
#84 / 246
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| Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center |
MC
NH
RC
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Durham | - | No |
31
Facility
31
NC AVG
33
Rank
#294 / 572
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Overview of Croasdaile Village
Croasdaile Village operates a skilled nursing unit within its community in Durham, North Carolina, coordinating care across multiple payment tracks, including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. For visitors, the surrounding suburban area carries a walkability score of 3 out of 100, meaning the location is car-dependent and family members will need a personal vehicle to reach the property.
Clinical operations lean on a high volume of hands-on assistance, supplying an average of 5 hours and 45 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day. The daily schedule structures this time to prioritize direct personal care, allocating 4 hours and 52 minutes of that total to nurse aides who assist with daily living activities, alongside clinical monitoring from licensed nursing staff.
State records track the facility’s compliance history through recurring public health evaluations. Documentation verifies that the administration maintains its clinical routines and building operations in line with statutory rules, managing tracking protocols effectively to keep the facility’s cumulative citations-per-inspection rate at zero.
Interested individuals have access to general rehabilitation services, temporary respite stays, a dedicated memory care track called Heartfelt Connections, and a health navigation program to help coordinate care plans. The campus features five distinct dining venues that offer a range of casual and fine dining atmospheres. The daily routine balances these food service choices with structured wellness programs, housekeeping assistance, laundry services, and open visiting hours for families.
Overview of Forest at Duke
Nestled within Durham, North Carolina, Forest at Duke emerges as an esteemed independent living community guided by an unwavering mission. Forest at Duke is dedicated to fostering a compassionate and responsible community that champions the autonomy of retirement-age residents. Every abode within the premises, whether independent living or private suites and rooms within the cutting-edge Health & Wellness Center, is meticulously designed to envelop residents in spacious, comfortable, and elegant living. Their commitment thrives by enhancing their capacity to lead lives imbued with purpose, vitality, wellness, and security.
Forest at Duke presents an array of choices, offering five distinctive floor plans for apartment living and six additional options for cottages and individual homes. Encompassing a lush expanse of 47 acres, the campus is thoughtfully adorned with evergreen trees, imbuing the grounds with year-round hues of natural beauty. Experience Forest at Duke—a harmonious fusion of independence, elegance, and wellness set amidst the serenity of Durham’s landscape.
Overview of Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center
Set in the heart of Durham, North Carolina, Carver Rehabilitation & Living Center is a 232-bed skilled nursing care facility. Within its embrace, an environment thrives that delivers quality care and champions autonomy, dignity, freedom of choice, and residents’ rights. Alongside its reputation for short-term rehabilitation, this assisted living community extends a spectrum of care services encompassing long-term care, outpatient therapy, respite care, and secure memory care.
Experience a haven where holistic care, vibrant activities, and personalized attention converge seamlessly. Committed to the well-being and satisfaction of residents, Carver is dedicated to providing services that uniquely cater to each individual’s distinct care needs. Here, an enriching lifestyle unfolds through a well-rounded activity program. Through engaging in activities, residents find their days enriched and diverse.
Overview of Croasdaile Village
Croasdaile Village is the ideal backdrop for a fulfilling and delightful retirement in Durham’s vibrant embrace. Set against the former dairy farm spanning over 100 acres, this assisted living community blends the serenity of rural surroundings seamlessly with the convenience of urban living. Croasdaile Village’s expansive campus caters to a diverse community. The allure lies not only in the sprawling open spaces but also in the sought-after location of Durham itself.
For senior residents at Croasdaile, the vista of native hardwoods, meadows, and the tranquil private lake unfolds from maintained walking paths—a serene panorama capturing North Carolina’s splendor. Here, a newfound sense of liberation blossoms, where the avenues for camaraderie and personal fulfillment are limitless. At Croasdaile Village, the power to shape days around passions and happiness becomes a reality, ushering in an era of boundless opportunity and cherished companionship with farm-to-table dining experiences, world-renowned museums, and captivating sporting events, the community revels in the best Durham offers. Yet, above all, it’s the strong sense of belonging that genuinely transforms Croasdaile Village into a cherished home.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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
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
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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
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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 Memory Care 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.
Does North Carolina Medicaid cover memory care?
North Carolina Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 14 memory care communities in Durham, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.
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