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In 2019, Where to Retire magazine named Wake Forest as one of the top places to retire in the United States due to its downtown galleries, annual festivals and year-round farmer’s market. This small city is just 30 minutes from downtown Raleigh, which provides easy access to the North Carolina Heart and Vascular Hospital and WakeMed. Seniors looking for things to do can explore the historic downtown with its unique shops, independent bookstores and the brewery. For afternoon walks there’s the Falls Lake State Recreational Area and E Carroll Joyner Park.
Assisted living provides housing and nonmedical services to older adults who need help with some daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing. According to the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey, you can expect to pay about $5,388 per month for assisted living, which is high compared to state and national norms.
This guide provides more information on things to know about assisted living in Wake Forest, including local care cost comparisons, helpful resources and an overview of rules local facilities follow.
Hundreds of thousands of American seniors utilize assisted living, a figure that is only growing. For these seniors, assisted living combines residential housing,assistance in daily activities, and some healthcare. These communities also strive to provide an atmosphere that is comfortable and engaging for their residents… Read More >
COVID-19 restrictions and rules for Assisted Living Facilities are typically set by the state – to see the rules in your state, you can read our guide to Assisted Living in North Carolina. Keep in mind that there may be other policies that communities put in place to protect their residents, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more – find contact information here.
On average, seniors in Wake Forest pay $5,388 per month for assisted living.
Assisted living rates in Wake Forest average $5,388 per month. This is nearly $900 higher than the national average of $4,500 and about $1,400 higher than the North Carolina average of $4,010.
In Wake Forest, assisted living communities charge an estimated monthly rate of $5,388. This is about $100 higher than care costs in Wilmington, where seniors pay $5,254. In Asheville, average monthly care costs are $4,998, about $400 less than in Wake Forest, and in Greensboro and Hickory, seniors pay considerably lower monthly rates of $3,800 and $3,523, respectively. In Wilmington, care costs are $2,700 per month, about half of Wake Forest’s rate.
Note: Data for Wake Forest was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Raleigh, was used instead.
Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:
For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in North Carolina.
| Contact | Description | |
| Wake County Veterans Services | (919) 268-7456 | The Wake County Veterans Services office helps veterans and their families apply for available services and benefits, retrieve official documents in regarding to service records, fill out official documents and find employment. The organization can also assist with healthcare, locating national cemeteries and available educational opportunities. |
| Triangle J Area Agency on Aging | (919) 549-0551 | Area Agencies on Aging connect seniors with programs and services that are available in the area. Some of these programs include delivered meals, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, housekeeping and available day care services. The goal of the agency is to improve the quality of life for those both in long-term care and those who choose to live at home. |
| Northern Wake Senior Center | (919) 554-4111 | The Northern Wake Senior Center is a gathering point for senior adults. The center makes it easy for seniors to socialize with others of the same age. Activities include games, arts and crafts, fitness classes, parties and lectures and scheduled outings to local points of interest. The center also provides transportation to doctor visits and other necessary appointments. |
| Long Term Care Ombudsman | (919) 558-2719 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman investigates complaints against long-term care facilities in regards to medical and personal services, financial concerns, patient treatment and nursing home administration decisions. The group works with state and federal agencies to ensure all communities adhere to laws and regulations. |
| Resources for Seniors | (919) 872-7933 | Resources for Seniors is a nonprofit organization in Wake County that serves adult seniors and those with disabilities to help them remain as independent as possible. The group offers information on long-term care and financial decision making. |
Assisted Living Facilities in the Wake Forest area are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined at the state level. For an overview of those rules and regulations, see the information below. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.
