Best Memory Care in Wake County, NC

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 memory care providers in Wake County, NC using NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in NC
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We analyzed These are the providers in Wake County, NC our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Wake County, NC. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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Info below is compiled from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services (NCDHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
NC DHSR Star Rating (0–4 stars). Issued by North Carolina's Division of Health Service Regulation based on annual facility inspections. Stars reflect overall compliance with state health and safety rules - 4 stars requires scores of 100+ on two consecutive annual inspections. Ratings can change between inspections if new violations or licensure actions occur.
DHSR Quality Score (/200). Each annual inspection starts at a base of 100 points. Facilities earn demerit points for violations and citations, and merit points for correcting issues, maintaining resident/family councils, sprinkler systems, and other quality programs. The "/200" display reflects the two most recent annual inspections combined - giving a longer-term view of compliance trends rather than a single snapshot.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Calyx Living of Fuquay-Varina
MC
AL
Fuquay-Varina
84
Facility 84
NC AVG 75
Rank #96 / 258
B+No
24
Facility 24
NC AVG 35
Rank #193 / 299
103.50/200
Facility 103.50/200
NC AVG 94
Rank #14 / 225
2Studio / 1 Bed
Holly Springs Senior Living
MC
AL
HOS
RC
Holly Springs (Holly Heights)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 75
Rank #235 / 258
?No
51
Facility 51
NC AVG 35
Rank #73 / 299
102.50/200
Facility 102.50/200
NC AVG 94
Rank #41 / 225
1Private Rooms
Senior Fluent
MC
AL
RESC
Zebulon (Shepards Point)
6
Facility 6
NC AVG 75
Rank #235 / 258
A+No
7
Facility 7
NC AVG 35
Rank #265 / 299
105.50/200
Facility 105.50/200
NC AVG 94
Rank #2 / 225
3Private / Semi-Private Suites
Golden Harmony Home Care
MC
HC
RC
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
--No
67
Facility 67
NC AVG 35
Rank #17 / 299
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Griswold Home Care for Raleigh
MC
HC
HOS
PC
RC
Raleigh (North Raleigh)
--No
63
Facility 63
NC AVG 35
Rank #24 / 299
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A Better Solution In Home Care, Raleigh
MC
HC
HOS
Raleigh (Southwest Raleigh)
--No
41
Facility 41
NC AVG 35
Rank #120 / 299
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Guardian Community Care
MC
HC
RC
Knightdale
--No
58
Facility 58
NC AVG 35
Rank #49 / 299
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other NC memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 7 analyzed for Wake County. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Calyx Living of Fuquay-Varina

Calyx Living of Fuquay-Varina provides assisted living and memory care in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while residents continue living in their own apartments. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

With both care levels available, the community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and who would prefer to remain in the same community. The home has 84 beds and offers studio and one bedroom apartments.

Respite care provides a short term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. A salon and spa, landscaped courtyards with fountains and fireplaces, and outdoor patios with fireplaces give residents places for personal care and time outdoors.

Dining includes full service with locally sourced, chef planned meals. A demonstration kitchen supports cooking classes and resident use, while an expansive art studio offers space for creative activities. Scheduled transportation adds options for community outings.

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Overview of Holly Springs Senior Living

Holly Springs Senior Living operates a residential care home in the Holly Heights neighborhood of Holly Springs, North Carolina. Housing just six private rooms, the setting allows around-the-clock staff to focus closely on each resident’s individual routines. Services include assisted living for help with daily routines and medication management. A secured memory care is available for individuals prone to wandering.

Meals are prepared with special dietary preferences in mind. Community gatherings include music, arts and crafts, gardening, birthday parties, and group outings. Holding a walk score of 51, the immediate area is fairly walkable, allowing residents to complete a few basic errands on foot.

Families seeking a residential senior care setting can connect with Holly Springs Senior Living to check private room availability and set up a walkthrough of the area.

Contact Holly Springs Senior Living

Senior Fluent

3004 Bunnfield Dr, Zebulon, NC 27597
Overview of Senior Fluent

Senior Fluent offers assisted living, memory care, and residential care in Zebulon, NC. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks, while memory care offers supervision in a secured setting for someone living with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or cognitive decline. Residential care is also available, and the range of care types may suit a resident whose support needs change over time.

Located in the Shepards Point neighborhood, the home has 6 beds, making it a small community where residents and staff can become familiar with one another. Private and semi-private suites are available: a private suite gives one resident a personal living space, while a semi-private suite accommodates shared living.

The listed starting price is $7,500 per month, which families can use as an initial figure when budgeting for care. The home provides an outdoor garden, sitting area, large front yard, and screened-in patio, giving residents several on-site outdoor spaces. A salon is available for hair-care appointments, and transportation options cover shopping and doctor visits.

Dining includes fresh, home-cooked meals tailored to resident preferences, with special diets available for residents who have specific dietary needs. Social, leisure, recreational, and educational activities give residents structured ways to spend time and participate in interests. Senior Fluent may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs memory-focused care in a small residential setting.

Starting Price $7,500/Month Info Pricing updated on March 6th, 2026

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Golden Harmony Home Care

811 Spring Forest Rd #100, Raleigh, NC 27609
Overview of Golden Harmony Home Care

Established in 2018, Golden Harmony Home Care delivers in-home personal assistance, memory support, and temporary respite care throughout North Raleigh, North Carolina. Tailored plans accommodate clients living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or Parkinson’s, alongside specific options for couples wishing to receive assistance together.

Support arrangements range from daytime companionship to overnight and continuous 24-hour staffing. Caregivers assist with everyday routines, coordinate local transit, and guide short-term rehabilitation exercises designed to help clients regain daily functional independence. The surrounding service base holds a walk score of 67, placing common neighborhood amenities within reasonable reach.

Prospective representatives exploring home-based care options in the Raleigh area can arrange an initial consultation to review hourly scheduling and discuss customized care plans.

Contact Golden Harmony Home Care

Griswold Home Care for Raleigh

10940 Raven Ridge Rd Unit 100, Raleigh, NC 27614
Overview of Griswold Home Care for Raleigh

Griswold Home Care for Raleigh is a leading home care provider in Raleigh, NC, delivering comprehensive in-home care services to residents’ doorsteps. Their excellent team of care professionals is dedicated to helping residents remain in their homes through compassionate care and assistance with their daily living activities and other needs. Household responsibilities, such as housekeeping, laundry, grocery shopping, and meal prep are also handled by their attentive team to give residents more time for their hobbies.

To keep residents active and socially connected, they encourage them to engage in various activities, support their hobbies, and engage them in meaningful conversations. For those facing a challenging illness or recovering from an injury, additional clinical services are available for them. With Griswold Home Care for Raleigh, residents can enjoy the retirement they want without leaving the comfort of their residence.

Contact Griswold Home Care for Raleigh

Overview of A Better Solution in Home Care, Raleigh

Spend your golden years in the comforting setting of your home with A Better Solution in Home Care, Raleigh, a dedicated home care provider in Raleigh, NC, offering comprehensive in-home care. Their caregiving team ensures residents are given the right amount of care and support to maintain their independence through tailored care. Dedicated to helping them age in their homes comfortably, they provide residents with various assistance with their personal care, medication management, and daily living activities.

By offering them compassionate companionship, residents find the motivation to stay active, engage in meaningful conversations, and socially connect with others. They also assist with meal preparation to make sure residents only eat healthy meals. A Better Solution in Home Care, Raleigh goes above and beyond in delivering the care and support residents need to spend their golden years in a familiar environment surrounded by the warmth of their family.

Contact A Better Solution In Home Care, Raleigh

Guardian Community Care

2005 Village Park Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545

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Overview of Guardian Community Care

Guardian Community Care provides home care, memory care, and respite care in Knightdale, NC. Home care includes nursing aide and companion services delivered in a person’s own residence, so help with daily needs and companionship can remain part of home life. Memory care and dementia care support people who need help with dementia related needs. Respite care provides a short term arrangement when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Guardian Community Care also offers Guardian Bridge™, a hospital to home program that supports a person’s transition back home after a hospital stay. Veterans Care Coordination provides care coordination for veterans. The agency may be a good fit for someone who needs care delivered at home, including support during a transition from the hospital. Knightdale has a Walk Score of 58 out of 100 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to handle some nearby errands independently.

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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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Memory Care in Wake County at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Wake County, 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: 32The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Wake County, NC. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Wake County, 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 7 memory care communities in Wake County, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Wake County, 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 Wake County, 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 Wake County, 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.