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Assisted Living Communities in Cary, North Carolina

Cary sits in the heart of North Carolina within the Raleigh-Cary Metropolitan Area, a region characterized by sloping hills and valleys. In 2024, local assisted living residences set monthly...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Cary has a standard monthly fee of around $6,224. Although North Carolina’s baseline comes in substantially lower at roughly $5,769, local costs run moderately compared to rates in nearby cities. In Burlington and Greensboro, seniors pay respective rates of approximately $8,603 and $7,250, and costs in Durham run about $1,360 below the local median.

Cary

$6,224

North Carolina

$5,769

United States

$5,350

Durham

$4,863

Burlington

$8,603

Greensboro

$7,250

Rocky Mount

$6,335

Paying for Assisted Living in Cary

Assisted living in Cary costs around $5,388 per month. The exact cost varies depending on things like the exact location within the state, the number of amenities and the types of care provided.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cary

Eligible seniors who live in Cary or in other cities in North Carolina can apply for funding to help pay for assisted living costs through one of two state-funded programs: Project C.A.R.E (Caregiver Alternatives to Running on Empty) or the State/County Special Assistance Program.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

At approximately $6,224 per month, assisted living has moderate pricing compared to other senior care types in Cary. Those who need specialized services typically pay more, with home health care agencies charging around $6,673 and nursing homes setting rates near $8,943. However, in-home care and adult day health care fees run lower at about $5,243 and $1,820, respectively.

In-Home Care

$5,243

Home Health Care

$6,673

Adult Day Health Care

$1,820

Assisted Living Facility

$6,224

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,943

Note: Since data for Cary is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Raleigh, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Cary

Seniors in Cary can achieve a higher quality of life through local resources and programs. Government agencies and private organizations offer a variety of programs and services that address varying needs of older adults in the area, including case management, meals and insurance counseling.

ResourceContactService
Resources for Seniors Inc(919) 672-7933Resources for Seniors is a nonprofit organization offering home and community-based services for older adults and disabled individuals in Wake County. The organization hosts a health fair every year and offers transportation to local senior centers for seniors in the area.
Cary Senior Center(919) 469-4081The Cary Seniors Center provides a variety of activities for seniors aged 55 and older throughout the Cary community. These services and activities include fitness classes, recreational activities, games, arts and volunteer responsibilities. The center also offers insurance counseling, transportation and regular outings into the community.
North Carolina Long-Term Care Ombudsman(800) 662-7030The North Carolina Long-Term Care Ombudsman helps seniors in long-term care facilities maintain their rights and works to resolve complaints in residential care facilities. The ombudsman can also explain the different long-term care options to seniors, provide details about specific facilities and offer guidance on Medicare and Medicaid.
Triangle J Area Agencies on Aging(919) 627-0080The Triangle J Area Agency on Aging provides programs and services for aging adults and those living with disabilities throughout the seven-county region that includes Cary. The agency provides information and referrals, options counseling and advocates for seniors in long-term care.
Wake County Veterans Services(919) 268-7456Wake County Veterans’ Services helps prior military members sign up for compensation and benefits. It also helps seniors complete applications, assists with jobs and educational opportunities and connects veterans with health care.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cary

Cary Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in North Carolina are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in North Carolina page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Jamie

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

Review of Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton

Swift Creek Health Center at The Templeton is very friendly. They have a lot of activities for the elders. The options of the meals available are very good, too. My mom was actually in there for...

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Assisted Living

Susan

I visited this facility

Review of Waltonwood Cary Parkway

I had an in-person tour of Waltonwood Cary Parkway. The facility is nice and new. They have a pool. It looks like an elegant hotel. The staff was personable, and friendly, and answered my questions.

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Assisted Living

Josh Gupta

I visited this facility

Review of Sunrise of Cary

I've had the pleasure of visiting this senior care and assisted living community, and I have to say, it's truly something special. The team here is nothing short of amazing—they genuinely care...

Provider response

Hi Josh, Thank you for the wonderful things you said about Sunrise of Cary and the dedicated care givers and team members. Our residents are part of the Sunrise family and we take enormous pride in...

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