Searstone Retirement Community

Q: What neighborhood is Searstone Retirement Community in?

Searstone Retirement Community is in the Searstone Drive neighborhood of Cary.

Q: Is Searstone Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Searstone Retirement Community has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: Are there photos of Searstone Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Searstone Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the phone number of Searstone Retirement Community?

(919) 234-0339 will put you in contact with the team at Searstone Retirement Community.

Q: Is Searstone Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Searstone Retirement Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Searstone Retirement Community

Searstone Retirement Community, located in Cary, NC, is a senior living community offering a range of services from assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing services. Their professional caring staff works closely with the residents as well as their families, in creating individualized care plans, in order to determine and meet the residents’ specific care needs.

Their First class skilled nursing services provides residents with 24/7 staff availability for supervision and assistance, round the clock personalized care, medication administration and management, and access to medical care on site as well as other professional services. Additionally their amenities like concierge and transportation services, meal provision and housekeeping and linen service, as well as 24/hr security and emergency call response, enhances the residents experiences during their stay at Searstone.

(919) 234-0339

20 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 49 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. William Winston Sears, Member Manager

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Dining Options

Fitness Classes

Wellness Opportunities

Social Club Meetings

Outings

Specific ProgramsLife at Searstone, Services and Amenities, Resident Programs, Resident Stories, Explore Cary, Residences, Community Map, Understanding the Cost, Affordability Calculator, Financial FAQ, Newsroom

Types of Care at Searstone Retirement Community

Assisted Living Nursing Home Memory Care

Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults

NC Medicaid CAP/DA

Age 65+ or disabled

General North Carolina resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

High demand; waitlists common in urban areas.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

North Carolina Senior Care Options

NC SCO (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General North Carolina resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited slots; rural/urban balance.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$60/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

North Carolina PACE (e.g., PACE of the Triad)

Age 55+

General NC resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 10+ counties (e.g., Guilford, Wake); multiple providers (e.g., PACE of the Southern Piedmont).

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

In-Home Aide Services

North Carolina In-Home Aide Services

Age 60+

General NC resident, unable to perform 1+ ADL, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

Family can be aides; varies by county funding.

Benefits

Personal care (5-20 hours/week) Meal prep Respite (~5 days/year) Errands

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

North Carolina Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General NC resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

North Carolina VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General NC resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Urgent Repair Program (URP)

North Carolina Urgent Repair Program

Age 60+ prioritized

General NC resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$30,258/year 50% AMI, varies by county

Asset Limits Not strictly assessed; home value considered.

Forgivable at $2,000/year; statewide via local partners.

Benefits

Repairs (~$8,000-$12,000 avg.) for safety (e.g., roofs, heating, accessibility)

State/County Special Assistance (SA)

North Carolina Special Assistance

Age 65+ (or disabled)

General NC resident, in licensed adult care home, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (individual, 100% FPL); varies by facility rate.

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Covers assisted living; counties supplement state funds.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,200-$1,500/month) for room/board; Medicaid covers care services

4.9 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Cary's city center to Searstone Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.83 miles to nearest hospital (WakeMed Cary Hospital)

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

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What neighborhood is Searstone Retirement Community in?

Searstone Retirement Community is in the Searstone Drive neighborhood of Cary.

Is Searstone Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Searstone Retirement Community has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of Searstone Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Searstone Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Searstone Retirement Community?

(919) 234-0339 will put you in contact with the team at Searstone Retirement Community.

Is Searstone Retirement Community Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Searstone Retirement Community is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.