8 Assisted Living Facilities near Angier, NC

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Angier

• The climate in Angier is relatively comfortable — some seasons can be wet, as the area receives an average of 46 inches of rain a year, above the U.S. average of 39 inches. Summers tend to be warm with pleasant weather, as Angier has about 214 sunny days a year and average temperatures of 89 degrees in July.
• The cost of living in Angier is quite affordable, about on par with the state average. On Sperling's cost of living index, which takes into account factors such as housing, utilities and food costs, Angier scores a 97, slightly below the national average of 100 and about on par with the state average of 96.
• Taxes in North Carolina are relatively moderate. Property taxes are low and the sales tax of 4.75 percent is near the national average. For retirees collecting income from retirement accounts, they can expect to pay the state's income tax rate of 5.499 percent on withdrawals from pension funds, IRAs and 401k accounts. Social Security income is tax exempt in North Carolina.
• Harnett County provides transportation services through HARTS (Harnett  Area Rural Transit System). Seniors can schedule trips up to 48 hours in advance through their Dial-a-Ride program. They're also able to accommodate passengers with physical disabilities.
• The Angier area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Central Harnett Hospital in Lillington, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• Angier has an array of community resources for seniors, including Angier Senior Citizens, a nonprofit organization that provides companionship and services for seniors, including monthly luncheons with informative and entertaining guests, card games and evening events.