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Assisted Living Communities in Durham, North Carolina

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Durham, NC and Nearby Cities

Durham assisted living services are relatively expensive compared to the national and state averages of $4,500 and $4,010. However, residents a short distance away in Raleigh pay $5,388, almost $700 more each month. With monthly costs averaging $4,400 in Charlotte, seniors could save $400. Cheaper still is Fayetteville and Greensboro where prices range from $3,000-$3,800 monthly. Burlington is one of the least expensive places in the state for assisted living, with average fees of $3,325 per month. 

Durham

$4,800

North Carolina

$4,010

United States

$4,500

Raleigh

$5,388

Charlotte

$4,400

Fayetteville

$3,000

Greensboro

$3,800

Burlington

$3,325

Paying for Assisted Living in Durham

The average cost of assisted living in Durham is $4,800, but prices may vary depending on location, amenities, and services. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Durham

Eligible seniors who live in Durham 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 Living in Durham, NC

An alternative to the $4,800 per month for assisted living in Durham is in-home care or home health care, each costing $4,767 and offering similar services but delivered in the home. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $1,636 per month while those requiring a higher level of care may need a semiprivate room in a nursing home at a monthly cost of $7,026.

Assisted Living

$4,800

In-Home Care

$4,767

Home Health Care

$4,767

Adult Day Health Care

$1,636

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$7,026

Free Assisted Living Resources in Durham

In Durham, seniors have access to numerous resources to assist them in making the transition to assisted living. They can get advice on benefits, understand the city’s tax regulations, and locate an approved assisted living facility with the help of a local ombudsman.

ResourceContactService
Social Security Administration(800) 772-1213The Social Security Administration serves three dozen cities across the state, including Durham. It provides advice and assistance in filing for retirement benefits as well as referrals to other agencies and can help with managing benefits online.
North Carolina Long-Term Care OmbudsmanVictor.orija@dhhs.nc.govNorth Carolina's Long-Term Care Ombudsman offers a variety of services and programs to seniors living in long-term care throughout the state. Seniors can get advice on selecting an assisted living facility and details about specific communities. Seniors can also seek guidance from the ombudsman about Medicaid and Medicare coverage and application procedures.
U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs(800) 698-2411Veterans and their qualifying spouses or dependents are served by a network of medical facilities and community-based centers operated by the VA. Among them are several outpatient clinics, a number of regional veteran centers, and four VA hospitals. Vets can also get help with filling out applications for Aid & Attendance and other benefits related to assisted living.
North Carolina 211(888)-892-1162United Way of North Carolina's 211 programs is a valuable resource for information and referrals in North Carolina. Nearly 309 million people throughout the country have access to 211, which is recognized as the leading source of health and human services information. Residents can access the free service any time of day or night to receive confidential information on health and human services available in their community.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Durham

Durham 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

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Michael

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Brookdale Chapel Hill Assisted Living

I am a resident of Brookdale Chapel Hill Assisted Living. Initially, I was unhappy because I was probably not used to this kind of place, but I think as I've settled in, they have listened to the...

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Lisa24

I visited this facility

Review of The Addison

The staff at The Addison was very friendly and engaging. The look of the place is done very thoughtfully with very nice decor. It was very artfully 50s and 60s photographs and things, which would...

Provider response

Your visit and kind words put a big smile on our face. We’re glad you feel the same. Thanks for all your positive comments, and we look forward to seeing you again. Please stop by or call with...

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Lisa24

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

Review of Carolina Reserve of Durham

Carolina Reserve of Durham is a very well laid out, friendly community. The assisted living studio apartments are nice size. In general, the place was well-run and very clean. My friend's mom is...

Provider response

Hello Lisa, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a 5-star review! Your positive feedback means a lot to us, and we're thrilled you had a great community experience. We genuinely...

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