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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Auburn, NC

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Memory care in Auburn offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Auburn is about $6,750 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 129 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Gabriel Manor
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9.2
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45 reviews
9.2
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45 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
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7%
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We were about a month out from him being there one year and he passed away. Gabriel Manor was great. 5 the staff was so caring and keep us up to date on how his day was. It was clean, good meals, dad could...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Gabriel Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care community opened in 2013 as Clayton, NC's premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Saber Health Care Group is our parent company located in Ohio. Gabriel Manor is located between the "Cleveland" community and the town of Clayton off Highway...
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Photo of Cadence at Garner by Cogir
66 Photos available
8.5
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21 reviews
8.5
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21 reviews
5 star
47%
4 star
29%
3 star
5%
2 star
19%
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0%
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We chose Cadence at Garner mainly due to the value for the money as well as availability at the time when we needed it. It has been a positive experience overall.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Surrounded by mature longleaf pine trees, the subtle Queen Anne-style details and pristine landscaping give Cadence at Garner an undeniable charm. We are a senior living community located in southern Garner, North Carolina, that offers assisted living and memory care services. Just a short drive...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Raleigh
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8.4
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24 reviews
8.4
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24 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
21%
3 star
25%
2 star
4%
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My loved one was a resident at Spring Arbor of Raleigh until they had a fire recently, which unfortunately displaced most of the residents. The staff at this facility was great. My loved one really liked the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Wake Assisted Living Memory Care
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7.9
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18 reviews
7.9
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18 reviews
5 star
11%
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44%
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39%
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All of the categories I would rate 5 stars. I have had great experiences here. Nothing is perfect, but their cheerfulness and willingness to help at every turn is just so wonderful. We would absolutely...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Wake Assisted Living Memory Care is a memory care community located in Raleigh, NC in Wake County. Raleigh is the capital of North Carolina and is known as the City of Oaks. It's a vibrant but charming town in the heart of the south. To the southwest of Raleigh is the Uwharrie National Forest,...
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Photo of The Addison of Knightdale
44 Floor plans available
7.3
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19 reviews
7.3
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19 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
37%
3 star
11%
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5%
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21%
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My loved one at times complains of the food and she hears staff are unhappy with the chef. Some staff have quit bc of him, she was told. She was pleased with the activity director who may be away. I think...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Auburn, NC

The average cost of senior living in Auburn is $6,750 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Micro, NC with an average of $4,620 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Auburn, NC vs. nearby cities

Auburn, NC
$6,750/mo
$6,614/mo
$6,079/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Auburn, NC vs. the state and national average

Auburn, NC
$6,750/mo
U.S. national average
$5,438/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Auburn vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,750/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Auburn, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,692/mo
Studio
$5,801/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,045/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Auburn over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Auburn

Recent reviews for memory care in Auburn

The Reserve at Mills Farm in Apex, NC

4.0
It's quite expensive, especially for memory care. (One parent in independent living and one in memory care). Quality of care in memory care is hit or miss as well - some great staff and some not very good. I think the independent living is really good - great food - the dining room is like a ...
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Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC

4.0
My mother is doing very well at the Phoenix Assisted Care. The place is clean and well maintained. When we first moved in, she was in a shared room but has now moved into a private room. The meals they provide are very good.

TerraBella Northridge in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Dementia in 2012. I quit my job to become his full-tme caregiver. By 2020, I knew I needed assistance and began to look for memory care facilities. Due to the pandemic, I was not able to physically visit facilities, so all tours were done virtually. ...
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Auburn review score based on 36 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 5 Auburn memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Auburn review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Auburn review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Auburn, NC5 facilities
8.6
Garner, NC11 facilities
8.4
Clayton, NC72 facilities

Review subcategories for Auburn memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 36 reviews of 5 Auburn memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Auburn resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Auburn, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Auburn memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Auburn memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Auburn, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Auburn memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Auburn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Auburn memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Auburn Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
100%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
80%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Auburn memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Auburn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
80%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Auburn memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Auburn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Auburn, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Auburn memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Auburn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Auburn, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
80%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cadence at Wake Forest by Cogir, Spring Arbor of Apex and Sunrise of Cary are the top-rated memory care facilities near Auburn, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near Auburn, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Auburn, North Carolina are Sunrise of Cary and Sunrise of Raleigh. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Auburn, North Carolina typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Auburn, North Carolina, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Auburn, North Carolina, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Auburn, North Carolina ranges from $1 to $74495. The average Memory Care cost in Auburn, North Carolina is $6,750. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Auburn, North Carolina typically starts at $1. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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