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Memory care in Orange 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 Orange is about $5,478 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 50 communities, read 909 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Lillington, Benson and Clinton.

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This facility needs more help. The ladies in dad's area are great but just so busy. They could have better choices. Cold hotdog in cold bun with chips in a bag is disgusting! They need some activities. Dad...
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.
At Sanford Senior Living and Sanford Manor we recognize that having a resource for comfortable living coupled with care is important. We have 24/7 care staff on site and prepare and serve homestyle meals 3 times daily in the community. Activities, laundry, housekeeping and maintenance also...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Magnolia is an assisted living and memory care community located in Clinton, NC. Clinton is a beautiful city with a newly renovated downtown, tree-lined streets, and historic homes. It is known as a friendly and welcoming community where neighbors come together to support one another. The...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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.
Poplar Heights Center is a senior community in quaint Elizabethtown, NC. An hour from the North Carolina beaches, our small town is personable and welcoming with unlimited services and amenities. Residents enjoy the newly renovated downtown area with plenty of shopping and dining opportunities. ...
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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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Provides: Memory Care
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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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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.
Greystone Manor is an 81 bed facility with both private and semi-private rooms located on nine acres. It is secluded yet a small town (Red Springs) is located less than a mile away. It is a beautiful brick building with spacious porches. The rooms are large with a bathroom in each. We have...
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Staff has been great. They seemed very patient and encouraging with mom adjusting. Facility always seems clean. Best we could ask for. I've told my family I would like to stay at he same facility if the time...
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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Photo of West Bladen Assisted Living
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.
West Bladen Assisted Living is a located in stunning Bladenboro, NC. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, serene and peaceful living quarters and an abundance of beautiful wildlife, this residential community is one that seniors love to call their home. Family members coming to visit a loved one...
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My mother passed at Lenore assisted-living in July . It has taken me a while to write this review but I want to let anyone who is looking for a place for their loved to know that I couldn’t have asked...
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.
Victorian Senior Care provides services for senior adults at Lenior Assisted Living located at 2773 Pinewood Home Drive in Pink Hill. Lenoir Assisted Living offers quality assisted living and memory care in attractive surroundings close to home. Our assisted living care provides services to fit...
Photo of The Templeton of Cary
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We moved my father into Phoenix Assisted Care after having him in another facility that was awful. While Phoenix a little outdated, and it’s not very large or fancy, it is so clean and nicely decorated. 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.
    Our management team, a family business, has over 20 years in Long Term Care.  Our family values carry over to our staff and residents, providing a comfortable and encouraging environment.     Our interdisciplinary care team is made up of a nurse, activity...

Cost of memory care in Orange, NC

The average cost of senior living in Orange is $5,478 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Turkey, NC with an average of $4,370 per month.

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

Orange, NC
$5,478/mo
$5,055/mo
$5,197/mo

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

Orange, NC
$5,478/mo
U.S. national average
$5,506/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,478/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,437/mo
Studio
$6,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,448/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Orange over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Orange

Recent reviews for memory care in Orange

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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St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC in Southern Pines, NC

4.0
We cannot comment on the activities because our loved one did not participate in them. Of course more CNA and care givers is an area of improvement. Of course, I no that at this time it is difficult to hire staff, but at that price staffing should be adequate . We have had to hire additional ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaged and caring memory care staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and dedication of staff members towards memory care residents, who form bonds with them and provide personalized attention. At TerraBella Fuquay-Varina, the memory care director and her team are praised for their responsiveness and ability to make residen ...
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Proactive and responsive communication with families. Families appreciate open communication from staff about their loved ones' care, with some mentioning frequent check-ins and updates. At Harmony at Hope Mills, the staff's attentiveness and willingness to address concerns promptly is noted as a key feature.
Variety of on-site and off-site activities. Offering a mix of on-site and off-site activities is important for keeping residents engaged and active. At Spring Arbor of Sandhills, the community offers a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. Some residents enjoy outings to nearby museums and parks.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents value well-maintained, clean, and comfortable living spaces. At Brighton Gardens of Raleigh, the facility's bright and cheerful atmosphere, along with the availability of private rooms, contribute to a sense of home for many.
Consistent high-quality meals and dining experiences. Meals are an essential part of daily life and can significantly impact residents' overall satisfaction. At Wake Assisted Living Memory Care, the staff is commended for providing delicious and nutritious meals, while catering to individual dietary needs.
Secure and safe environment. The safety and security of residents is a top priority at many senior living communities. At Brookdale Cary, families appreciate the facility's focus on safety, ensuring that loved ones are well looked-after and protected.
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Orange review score based on 234 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 234 reviews of 40 Orange memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Orange 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

Orange review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Orange, NC40 facilities
6.0
Salemburg, NC6 facilities
7.5
Falcon, NC9 facilities

Review subcategories for Orange 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 234 reviews of 40 Orange memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Orange 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.6
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Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Orange memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orange memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orange, 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 Orange 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 Orange that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
63%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65%
46.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.5%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
98%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
69.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.5%
27.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
89%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Orange 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 Orange Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
71.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.5%
44.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
67.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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25.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orange 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 Orange partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
43.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.5%
40.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
48.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Orange 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 Orange communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.5%
31.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39%
Room service
Room service
55%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orange 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 Orange offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
32.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.5%
52.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
58.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55%
38.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.5%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.5%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55%
45.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Arbor of Apex, Sunrise of Cary and Morningside of Raleigh are the top-rated memory care facilities near Orange, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 50 memory care facilities near Orange, North Carolina. See the full list.

The 50 memory care facilities near you in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, North Carolina ranges from $1118 to $13750. The average Memory Care cost in Orange, North Carolina is $5,478. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Orange, North Carolina typically starts at $1118. 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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