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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wake Forest, NC

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Wake Forest, NC area.

In Wake Forest, North Carolina, seniors make up around 30.5% of the population, necessitating a diverse range of senior living accommodations. The city itself offers three senior living facilities, with another 101 available in the surrounding area, providing a range of options from independent and assisted living to memory care and nursing home services. Assisted living in Wake Forest averages $5,124 per month, slightly above both state and national levels. To aid in your decision-making process, this article highlights the top assisted living options available in Wake Forest, showcasing communities known for their excellent care, services, and amenities, to help you find the ideal environment for your loved one.

28 Communities were found near Wake Forest, NC
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  • Smithfield, NC
  • Rolesville, NC
  • Franklinton, NC
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The Lodge at Wake Forest
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Lodge at Wake Forest

1151 South Main St, Wake Forest, NC 27587 (0.2 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Brookdale Wake Forest
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Brookdale Wake Forest

611 Brooks Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587 (0.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Stay At Home Senior Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Stay At Home Senior Care

2014 S. Main Street, Suite 610, Wake Forest, NC 27587 (1.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

Holiday Gardens at Wakefield

12800 Spruce Tree Way, Raleigh, NC 27614 (3 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9
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Avendelle at Heritage
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Avendelle at Heritage

5112 Granitic Dr, Rolesville, NC 27571 (3.1 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Avendelle Assisted Living Rolesville
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Avendelle Assisted Living Rolesville

129 Nortwick Rd, Rolesville, NC 27571 (4.1 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Franklin Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Franklin Manor

100 Sunset Drive, Youngsville, NC 27596 (4.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Avendelle Assisted Living Carlton Pointe
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Avendelle Assisted Living Carlton Pointe

451 Bendemeer Ln, Rolesville, NC 27571 (4.7 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Verena at Bedford Falls
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

Verena at Bedford Falls

1580 Dunn Rd., Raleigh, NC 27614 (4.7 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
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Divine at Hillsboro Street
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Divine at Hillsboro Street

502 N Hillsboro St, Youngsville, NC 27596 (4.9 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
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Falls River Court
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Falls River Court

1130 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC 27614 (5.6 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8
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Falls River Villages
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Falls River Villages

1110 Falls River Ave, Raleigh, NC 27614 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Atria Oakridge
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Atria Oakridge

10810 Sandy Oak Lane, Raleigh, NC 27614 (5.9 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
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Good Health Services, Inc.
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Good Health Services, Inc.

7901 Strickland Rd #112, Raleigh, NC 27615 (8.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
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Mercy Manor at Saybrooke
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Mercy Manor at Saybrooke

6320 Saybrooke Dr, Raleigh, NC 27604 (8.4 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
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Treeo Senior Living Raleigh
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Treeo Senior Living Raleigh

2722 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27616 (8.5 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Heart to Homes Health Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Heart to Homes Health Care

2801 Spring Forest Road Suite 103, Raleigh, NC 27616 (8.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Classic Home Healthcare & Counseling Services
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6

Classic Home Healthcare & Counseling Services

8601 Six Forks Road, Suite 400, Raleigh, NC 27615 (9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.6
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Brookdale North Raleigh
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Brookdale North Raleigh

1200 Carlos Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609 (9.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
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TerraBella Northridge
Our Rating:
of 5
8.3

TerraBella Northridge

421 Van Thomas Dr, Raleigh, NC 27615 (9.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.3
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Sunrise of North Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
8.3

Sunrise of North Hills

615 Spring Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609 (9.2 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
of 5
8.3
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Cadence at North Raleigh
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8

Cadence at North Raleigh

5219 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609 (9.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.8
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Be Well Family Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Be Well Family Care Home

4114 James Road, Raleigh, NC 27604 (9.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Renaissance Care Home at Neuse River Estates
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Renaissance Care Home at Neuse River Estates

3604 Neuse Estates Dr., Raleigh, NC 27604 (9.2 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Accessible Home Health Care of Mid Carolina
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Accessible Home Health Care of Mid Carolina

182 Wind Chime Court Ste 101, Raleigh, NC 27615 (9.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.5
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Map of Assisted Living in Wake Forest

Find the right senior living community by location
  • The Lodge at Wake Forest
  • Brookdale Wake Forest
  • Stay At Home Senior Care
  • Holiday Gardens at Wakefield
  • Avendelle at Heritage
  • Avendelle Assisted Living Rolesville
  • Franklin Manor
  • Avendelle Assisted Living Carlton Pointe
  • Verena at Bedford Falls
  • Divine at Hillsboro Street
  • Falls River Court
  • Falls River Villages
  • Atria Oakridge
  • Good Health Services, Inc.
  • Mercy Manor at Saybrooke
  • Treeo Senior Living Raleigh
  • Heart to Homes Health Care
  • Classic Home Healthcare & Counseling Services
  • Brookdale North Raleigh
  • TerraBella Northridge
  • Sunrise of North Hills
  • Cadence at North Raleigh
  • Be Well Family Care Home
  • Renaissance Care Home at Neuse River Estates
  • Accessible Home Health Care of Mid Carolina

Senior Living Statistics for Wake Forest, North Carolina

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Wake Forest, North Carolina, provides a variety of senior living options at different price points. The least expensive option, independent living, costs an average of $4,023 per month. Assisted living follows at $5,124 per month, while memory care costs slightly more at $5,837. On the higher end, nursing home accommodations range from private rooms averaging $6,357 to semi-private rooms at $7,179. If you're considering more spacious options, a nursing home studio costs $7,689, and a one-bedroom unit averages $7,803 per month, tailoring choices to fit various care needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $5,124
Memory Care $5,837
Independent Living $4,023
Nursing Home: Private Room $6,357
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,179
Nursing Home: Studio $7,689
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $7,803

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Wake Forest


In Wake Forest, assisted living costs a monthly average of $5,124, which is higher than the United States average of $4,546 per month. Wake Forest is more expensive than some other cities in the area, including Spring Hope ($4,191 per month) and Bailey ($3,826 per month).
City Average Monthly Cost
Wake Forest $5,124

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Wake Forest compares to North Carolina and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Wake Forest $5,124
North Carolina $4,289
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Wake Forest


Wake Forest is home to 3 of the 524 senior living communities in North Carolina. If you expand your search to cities that surround Wake Forest, there are 101 facilities to choose from.
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Wake Forest

101

Surrounding Area

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Wake Forest Senior Demographics


As of 2023, seniors in Wake Forest, North Carolina, represent a significant 30.5% of the 48,047 residents, with women slightly outnumbering men at 51.7% to 48.3%. In terms of age distribution, 13.6% of seniors are in their 50s, 7.4% are in their 60s, 6.5% are in their 70s, and 3% are 80 and over. Concerning marital status, 58.2% are married, 12.4% are divorced, 25.6% have never married, and 3.9% are widowed. When considering diversity, 69.5% of the senior population are White, while 18% are Black, followed by 7.3% of mixed race and 2.3% Asian. Additionally, 7.9% identify as Hispanic, 2.9% as other, and a small 0.1% are Native American, reflecting a diverse mix within the community.

Population

Wake Forest has a population of 48,047.
  • 48.3% Male
  • 51.7% Female

Marital Status

  • 58.2% Married
  • 12.4% Divorced
  • 25.6% Never Married
  • 3.9% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 30.5% of the population.
  • 13.6% in their 50s
  • 7.4% in their 60s
  • 6.5% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 69.5% White
  • 18% Black
  • 2.3% Asian
  • 0.1% Native
  • 2.9% Identifying as Other
  • 7.3% Mixed Race
  • 7.9% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Wake Forest

Those looking to explore senior living options near Wake Forest, North Carolina, have several choices at different price points. Prices begin at an average of $4,535 per month in Smithfield and can reach up to $5,673 per month in Franklinton. Some other nearby options include Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Fuquay-Varina, and Rolesville, each offering distinct benefits for seniors.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Raleigh $5,372
Cary $5,424
Apex $5,297
Fuquay-varina $5,048
City Average Monthly Cost
Garner $5,020
Smithfield $4,535
Rolesville $5,324
Franklinton $5,673

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.