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| Brookdale South Charlotte |
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. | Charlotte (Wessex Square) | 82 | Yes | 16 | 74.4% | A+ | 101.50/200 | 20 | 80% | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | |
| Calyx Living of Fuquay-Varina |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Fuquay-Varina (East Academy Street) | 84 | No | 24 | - | - | 103.50/200 | 6 | 83.3% | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| 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 | No | 55 | - | - | 95.75/200 | 19 | 84.2% | - | |
| The Arboretum at Woodland Terrace |
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 | Yes | 55 | 39.3% | - | 95.75/200 | 19 | 84.2% | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| 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 | Yes | 12 | - | - | 101.50/200 | 24 | 79.2% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Sunrise on Providence |
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. | Charlotte (Olde Providence North) | 95 | Yes | 15 | 70.5% | - | 90.00/200 | 23 | 82.6% | Studio / Companion Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Sunrise 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.
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.
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. | Cary (West Chatham Street) | 85 | Yes | 34 | 40.0% | A- | 103.50/200 | 18 | 66.7% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| TerraBella Newton |
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. | Newton | 96 | No | 20 | - | - | 105.50/200 | 16 | 50% | - | |
| Brookdale Reidsville |
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. | Reidsville | 76 | Yes | 32 | 100.0% | - | 104.50/200 | 17 | 64.7% | Studio / Suite | |
| Brookdale Dickinson Avenue |
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. | Greenville | 76 | Yes | 38 | 67.1% | A+ | 96.50/200 | 15 | 86.7% | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | |
| Terrabella Asheboro |
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. | Asheboro (Laurel Wood Hills) | 96 | Yes | 0 | - | A+ | 97.00/200 | 23 | 87% | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Brookdale Peachtree |
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. | Statesville | 87 | Yes | 14 | - | - | 102.50/200 | 20 | 75% | Studio / 1 Bed | |
| Carolina Inn at Village Green |
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. | Fayetteville (Terry Sanford) | 100 | Yes | 60 | - | - | 103.50/200 | 18 | 61.1% | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | |
| Heartfields at 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.
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Cary | 97 | No | 60 | 79.4% | - | 92.50/200 | 30 | 80% | Studio / 2 Bed | |
| Priddy Manor |
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. | King (Priddy Road) | 79 | No | 2 | - | - | 105.50/200 | 16 | 62.5% | Studio / Suite |
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Nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, Spring Arbor of Greensboro is a supportive senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents are warmly welcomed into beautifully designed living spaces, with an array of studios and one-bedroom apartments to choose from. With a built-in emergency response system in every residence and a maintenance-free lifestyle, residents here are guaranteed to thrive and enjoy a retirement life with no worries.
Committed to elevating residents’ experience and quality of life, the community offers an array of specially designed activities to rekindle old interests, develop new hobbies, and socialize with new people. Residents are also empowered to focus on their holistic wellness with a variety of programs, classes, and events. At Spring Arbor of Greensboro, everyday is filled with plenty of new experiences and programs that are specifically designed to empower residents to live fulfilling lives.
Overview of Spring Arbor of Greensboro
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 330 / 372-392 / 475 / 510 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Sunrise of Raleigh is a leader in promoting engaging senior living for residents who crave independence and variety, situated in a prime Raleigh, North Carolina location. The community offers a personalized experience where residents can enjoy a variety of programs and hobbies, as well as fresh cuisine tailored to their tastes, with room rates starting at $5,411 per month. Sunrise of Raleigh is led by designated care managers and nurturing team members who dedicate each day to championing residents’ quality of life, partnering with them to develop individualized plans that respond to their needs and preferences and can be adjusted to meet future needs.
The community’s activities program is exceptional, led by a team member who has been with Sunrise of Raleigh since 1997, and has earned a reputation strong enough that universities place students with the community to earn internship credits. Residents at Sunrise of Raleigh are engaged and fulfilled, enjoying a variety of activities such as puzzles, scenic cruises, live entertainment, reading, and more. The in-house chef uses only fresh, top-quality ingredients to craft signature dishes and resident favorites, while the community actively introduces new programs and facilitates intergenerational relationships. Conveniently located in Raleigh, NC, just 15 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport, Sunrise of Raleigh is close to downtown Raleigh’s theaters, museums, shopping, dining, entertainment, and walking distance to Crabtree Valley Mall, with nearby NC State football and Carolina Hurricanes ice hockey games, and medical support within a 10-mile radius.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Nestled in the charming college town of Wake Forest, North Carolina, Brookdale Wake Forest, offers a vibrant senior living community tailored to meet diverse care needs. Located conveniently in one community, Brookdale Wake Forest provides both assisted living and memory care. Residents here enjoy the freedom to live life to the fullest, supported by a caring team available around the clock.
Experience a rich calendar of events and personalized care assessments designed to meet individual needs and preferences. At Brookdale Wake Forest, dining is a delight with nutritionally balanced, home-cooked meals served in a restaurant-style setting. For those in memory care, there are dementia-friendly menus and intimate dining environments with personalized assistance. The community fosters a supportive environment where residents can thrive with the help of dedicated staff committed to their well-being and safety.
Overview of Brookdale Wake Forest
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Breathe in the fresh air of Heritage Trade Drive, Wake Forest, NC, with the trusted senior living community of Cadence at Wake Forest that provides assisted living and memory care. Enjoy your golden years within the beautiful and spacious residences of Cadence at Wake Forest in variations of one-bedroom apartments, and private and shared studios. An experienced and highly skilled team lends necessary care and support for residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.
The community doubles its efforts to ensure residents experience unparalleled comfort and convenience, providing them with the utmost attention for their every need. Leisure and wellness is not a problem with a combination of enjoyable and nurturing activities conducted for seniors to maintain a happy and active lifestyle. Good dining completes the finest experience with healthy restaurant-style meals catering to seniors’ dietary needs and preferences. Cadence at Wake Forest is ideal for seniors seeking a haven to spend a peaceful yet well-engaged retirement with its bright and airy campus.
Overview of Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 292 / 300 / 527 / 530 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Parking Available
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Safety Systems
Recreational Activities
Individualized support and an empowering community await at Cadence North Raleigh. Their vibrant and inviting living spaces are designed to exceed families’ expectations and provide a fresh and bright environment for them to call home. Residents can choose from living options that suit their unique needs and preferences, including private studios, one-bedroom apartments, or companion suites. The home’s assisted living and memory care services are tailored to provide exceptional care and aid to all residents.
They have an outdoor patio and porches, perfect for soaking in the scenic views and catching fresh air. Seniors can also get lost in a good book in the home’s well-stocked library or pamper themselves in the salon and barbershop. The home also conducts regular outings and live entertainment to keep residents engaged and entertained. The home takes care of the practical details too, with housekeeping and laundry services to ensure comfort and convenience. Their emergency call system provides added safety. Plus, the home is a pet-friendly community.
What does this home offer?
Room Sizes: 292 / 527 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Live your best life at Brookdale Meadowmont, a peaceful senior living community in Chapel Hill, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. The community provides the ideal blend of support and independence, where residents can enjoy various activities such as board games, live music, fitness classes, and social outings. Memory care residents benefit from specialized programs, including chair exercises, trivia games, and arts and crafts, all designed to enhance their quality of life.
Brookdale Meadowmont empowers seniors to live purposefully and age gracefully. The community offers a continuum of care, allowing residents to transition seamlessly as their needs change. With private apartments, cozy common areas, and 24/7 on-site assistance, Brookdale Meadowmont ensures a secure and comfortable living experience. Personalized care assessments on arrival ensure residents receive the support they need, making this community a place where seniors can truly thrive.
Overview of Brookdale Meadowmont
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 300 - 400 / 525 - 575 sq. ft.
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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.
Overview of Brookdale Durham
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 254 - 377 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Morningside of Gastonia is an elegant senior living community located in a vibrant neighborhood in Gastonia, NC, offering a range of care, including assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. The community offers a wide range of living options, including studios and one-bedroom apartments with services tailored to residents’ unique needs and preferences. The community also offers Five Star’s award-winning Bridge to Rediscovery Alzheimer’s and dementia care program for residents dealing with memory loss.
The community’s ideal location provides easy access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and plenty of things to do, ensuring residents a vibrant living experience. With beautifully designed apartments and services, the community aims to enhance the quality of life of its residents. Amenities include restaurant-style dining, a spacious activity center, and engaging social events, along with a full-service barber and beauty salon, making it a perfect place to call home.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Terrabella Shelby is a quality senior living community burrowed in the quiet city of Shelby, NC, offering assisted living and memory care. The community features spacious apartments with a kitchenette, emergency call system, and natural light, ensuring a comfortable and safe living environment. With their person-centered memory care programs, residents living with Alzheimer’s and dementia are encouraged to nurture their current skills, engage in purposeful activities, and live an enriched life.
Committed to elevating its residents’ standard of living, Terrabella Shelby offers five exclusive senior lifestyle programs. From chef-prepared meals and a full schedule of activities to an all-encompassing approach to health and wellness, residents find everything they need right here. To make an even greater difference in how residents live each day, the community also offers various amenities, including a professional beauty salon and barber shop on-site, a lifetime veterans savings program, visiting physicians, local outings & excursions, and housekeeping services, making residents’ lives more at ease and carefree.
Overview of Terrabella Shelby
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55
Building Type: Single story building
The Addison of Fayetteville provides a quintessential community for assisted living. Residents are guaranteed to enjoy their stay because of the astonishing, beautifully decorated interiors of the building– adding to the charm the community holds. The assisted living home heeds a warm and welcoming environment. As a proud member of the Senior Lifestyle community, The Addison strives to fulfill the needs of its residents, including their general health and activity level.
The Addison of Fayetteville comprises all-inclusive services, including 24/7 support and assistance, dining areas, weekly physician and nurse practitioner visits, wellness programs, social outings, nutritious meal plans, fall prevention, and extensive safety features.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
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View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
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Balancing Additional FactorsThe largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
Website quality and digital trust indicators
Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
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What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
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