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The 5 Best Nursing Homes in Clayton, NC for 2024

Located 15 miles southwest of Raleigh, Clayton is an unincorporated township that exudes small-town charm with a vibrant downtown and metro amenities nearby. The town’s population of 28,306 includes over 3,000 senior residents. Clayton has low crime rates, with most offenses categorized as property crimes, and a 4% lower cost of living than national averages. Seniors living in Clayton benefit from a full range of health services at UNC Health Johnston in Clayton. They can find specialty and advanced medical care at regionally ranked UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh.

Nursing home care is best suited for older adults requiring 24-hour skilled medical care in a secure community environment. The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reports a semiprivate room in a nursing home costs $6,996 monthly. In comparison, assisted living and home care costs are lower for similar services without 24-hour skilled nursing, which may be a better fit for some seniors.

The guide explores the costs for nursing homes and other types of senior care in Clayton. It provides cost comparisons for different types of services throughout North Carolina and a list of free resources for programs and services that can help offset these costs.

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Nursing Home Costs in Clayton, NC

A semiprivate room in a nursing home in Clayton is $6,996, and a private room is $7,604 monthly.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Seniors pay $6,996 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home in Clayton, less than both state and national averages. This saves $487 compared with costs across North Carolina and $912 nationally. Living in Wilmington, where the rate is $6,844, or Fayetteville, at $6,722 monthly, provides similar savings. In Greenville, residents pay the lowest price of $6,083, but in Goldsboro, they pay the highest at $8,456 monthly.

Clayton

$6,996

North Carolina

$7,483

United States

$7,908

Wilmington

$6,844

Fayetteville

$6,722

Greenville

$6,083

Goldsboro

$8,456

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Compared to nursing homes, other types of senior care have lower costs. While nursing homes provide around-the-clock skilled medical care, charging $6,996 for a semiprivate room or $7,604 for a private room, seniors without advanced medical needs can save at an assisted living community, which charges an average of $5,388 for personal assistance with activities of daily living. Seniors at home pay the lowest costs, with adult day home care supervision charging $1,300, and agencies providing in-home care and home health care with medical services charge $4,957.

In-Home Care

$4,957

Home Health Care

$4,957

Adult Day Health Care

$1,300

Assisted Living Facility

$5,388

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$6,996

Nursing Home (private room)

$7,604

Note: Data for Clayton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Raleigh, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Clayton, NC

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Clayton, NC

Seniors in Clayton can explore offsetting their health care costs, locate community programs and receive free counseling on benefits and legal aid by contacting the nonprofit county and state agencies listed in the table below.

ResourceContactService
Community and Senior Services of Johnston County(919) 934-6066A private, nonprofit agency, Community and Senior Services of Johnston County operates the Clayton Senior Center. The agency supports the senior populace by providing congregate and home-delivered meals, educational programs, social activities and health initiatives. Partner programs offer tax filing assistance and help with minor home repairs.
North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services(919) 855-3400The Division of Aging and Adult Services provides a network of community-based senior programs and benefit opportunities across the state. Seniors can access information about health insurance, housing, senior rights protections, the ombudsman program and other support services.
Triangle J Council of Governments(800) 310-9777As the regional agency on aging, TJCOG provides information and referrals to programs and services promoting an "Age Well" philosophy towards senior living. Information regarding senior centers, senior-friendly communities, dining programs, transportation and mobility programs and health presentations are available on its website and by phone.
North Carolina Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program(855) 408-1212North Carolina's SHIIP office assists older adults and their caregivers regarding Medicare and long-term care insurance options. Confidential counselors can help individuals and beneficiaries by phone or in person by appointment, Monday through Friday.
Legal Aid of North Carolina(877) 579-7562This statewide nonprofit law firm provides free legal services to older adults and low-income individuals. Its Senior Law Project offers counseling on various civil matters, including public benefits, housing, abuse and neglect, wills and powers of attorney.
Long-term Care Ombudsman(800) 310-9777Available through the local agency on aging, the ombudsman program offers confidential counseling and advocacy services for seniors in long-term care facilities. It works on behalf of residents to secure adequate health care, resolve conflicts and educate the public on senior rights.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Disgusted

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Clayton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

The persons representing this place make huge promises that are never kept. In our case special foods were required. They said they could and would deliver. The second day there the "kitchen...

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Wendy

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Springbrook Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

My mom stayed at Springbrook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center for rehab. She was there for a month. They helped her get on a medication schedule. They helped her with physical therapy and...

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fivebrem

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Clayton Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

My mother was at the Brian Center for 3 weeks. I assume that the negatives were due to Lack Of Good Working Staff Members. *The rooms were drab, not bright and friendly, but pretty clean...

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