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2600 Croasdaile Farm Pkwy, Durham, NC, 27705
3.6
(30 reviews)
"My Papa was in the Health Center here, The Pavilion, for rehab. He had a wonderful experience. He was well cared for, enjoyed the food, and my family was happy with his care. The staff responded to questions and were patient and caring...."
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1417 W Pettigrew Street, Durham, NC, 27705
3.8
(18 reviews)
"Hillcrest Convalescent Center is wonderful. I went there twice. They're very good and they have good physical therapy. They have a gorgeous dining room and the food is delicious. Every afternoon they have ice cream and you can make your own sundae. I..."
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6000 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC, 27713
3.1
(22 reviews)
"I was a patient at Brian Center Southpoint for 6 1/2 weeks following jaw surgery. I would like to commend and thank the entire staff for taking such good care of me. They all made my rehab as pleasant as could be expected. Bravo !! Highly recommende..."
READ MORE4230 North Roxboro Road, Durham, NC, 27704
3.2
(8 reviews)
"I I was very pleased with the services my father received at Rose Manor. I did not have any concerns about leaving him at the facility because I knew he would be well taken care of . If I had any concerns they were addressed and addressed with expe..."
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303 East Carver Street, Durham, NC, 27704
2.6
(12 reviews)
"I am a family member of a patient who stayed at this facility. Every time I had interactions with anyone at this facility, they were always respectful and timely in getting back to me. The facility needs a little updating but other than that this is ..."
READ MORE5935 Mount Sinai Road, Durham, NC, 27705
2.5
(6 reviews)
"My family member is not the easiest person to deal with on a daily basis. All of the staff have been great - very understanding and helpful. They keep me informed...."
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2059 Torredge Road, Durham, NC, 27712
1.5
(6 reviews)
"I went to look at Treyburn Rehabilitation Center. Everyone just seemed to not know what was going on. I don't know if they were short-staffed or just stretched. The food was very bland and the chicken pieces still had some feathers in them. It was no..."
READ MORE750 WEAVER DAIRY RD, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
4.3
(8 reviews)
"Refund Plan: Declining Refund at 2%/mo. for 50 mos. Assisted Living and Nursing Care on discounted Fee-For-Service basis."
READ MORE1602 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
4.3
(8 reviews)
" I fell out of my wheelchair in the courtyard this evening. First I want to that the resident’s that saw my fall and alerted the staff. The staff responded quickly and I was back in my chair in a few minutes. I was escorted to my room where I was ass..."
READ MORE300 Meadowlands Dr, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My partner is still at Peak Resources Brookshire. It's one of the better facilities for skilled nursing in the area. I did a lot of research before I put him here. The people here at this facility are very, very attentive. As with any other facility ..."
READ MORE300 Meadowland Dr, Hillsborough, NC, 27278
3.8
(9 reviews)
"Wonderful facility wonderful staff!!! ..."
READ MORE1716 Legion Road, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My father has been in Parkview Health & Rehabilitation Center for a little over a month now. The best thing about them is the care that he has been getting. He's very happy there compared to where he was before. Everybody I came in contact with and d..."
READ MOREIn the Durham area, nursing homes charge approximately $7,270 per month for shared rooms. Private rooms are several hundred dollars more expensive at $8,502.
Based on the rate for semiprivate rooms, Durham is among the more economically priced cities in the state and nation for nursing home care. On average, local care costs are $30 lower than the state median of $7,300 and nearly $500 lower than the national rate of $7,756.
Several North Carolina cities have relatively affordable nursing home costs. In New Bern, rates are among the lowest in the state at $6,996. In Wilmington, rates are higher but still budget-friendly at $7,178. In the Greensboro area, facilities charge approximately $7,695 for services, and in Goldsboro, rates are among the highest in the state at $8,752.
Durham
$7,270
North Carolina
$7,300
United States
$7,756
New Bern
$6,996
Goldsboro
$8,752
Greensboro Area
$7,695
Wilmington
$7,178
Nursing home care is the most expensive senior care option in Durham, with seniors paying $7,270 for semiprivate rooms and $8,502 for private accommodations. For seniors who require limited skilled nursing services, assisted living is a more affordable option at $4,050 per month. Those who prefer to obtain skilled nursing services in their own homes may opt for home health care, which is also relatively affordable at $4,767. Home care, which includes personal care without skilled nursing, is a little cheaper at $4,385. Adult day health care features personal care and some skilled nursing services in a daytime community setting for $1,333.
Home care
$4,385
Home health care
$4,767
Adult day health care
$1,333
Assisted living
$4,050
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$7,270
Nursing home (private room)
$8,502
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.
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.
Seniors in Durham have access to a wide range of resources to help them obtain the care they need at home or in a residential care setting. The following resources help older adults make educated decisions regarding their care and in some cases, obtain necessary services at home. Some resources can also help seniors identify their best options for paying for nursing home care.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle J Area Agency on Aging | (919) 549-0551 | The Triangle J Area Agency on Aging provides a broad range of services to help older adults maintain their safety and independence. It provides options counseling to help individuals understand the long-term services and supports available to them, and it provides health insurance options counseling to help older adults determine their insurance coverage for nursing home care. The agency also has a long-term care ombudsman that advocates on behalf of those in nursing homes. |
| Meals on Wheels of Durham | (919) 667-9424 | Meals on Wheels of Durham provides home-delivered meals for older adults unable to shop for and prepare meals themselves due to age, injury or illness. This volunteer-driven service delivers hot, nutritious meals daily or five frozen meals once weekly for those who aren’t home each day. |
| Durham County Veterans Services | (919) 560-8387 | The county’s Veterans Services Office helps veterans in Durham obtain benefits that can help cover nursing home care, including Aid and Attendance and pension programs. The office can also help veterans determine whether they qualify for VA health care or veterans’ home placement, which can help save money on care expenses. |
| Central Piedmont Community Action, Inc. | (919) 797-0888 | Central Piedmont Community Action is a local nonprofit organization that provides services to income-qualifying individuals in Durham. This agency administers a weatherization program, which may help older adults continue to live safely and comfortably in their own homes. |
| Senior Law Project | (877) 579-7562 | Senior Law Project provides free civil legal services to seniors in Durham. Through this program, seniors get help with resolving nursing home-related issues, such as unnecessary or inadequate care and problems with intake and discharge procedures. |
Nursing Homes
Shorty
3.0
Review of Croasdaile Village
The independent living facilities are great! People are friendly, the activities are varied and accessible, and the staff are kind. I spent three weeks in The Pavilion SNF and advised my children...
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SafariOfTheMind
1.0
Review of Treyburn Rehabilitation Center
Hard to believe Duke uses this. Facility is decrepit. Short staffed and they ignore residents. Poor response times of an hour to pushing "need help" button. Borders on abuse by some nurses with...
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Jojopina
1.0
Review of Southpoint Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
My mother received the absolute worst care. When I think about her stay I still feel sick. The staff could care less, are lazy, rude, and mean. The food is garbage. My mother lost 10 lbs during her...
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