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Situated just south of Raleigh, Garner has a population of 31,407 residents, with about 14.6% being seniors age 65 or older. Seniors can find many ways to enjoy their retirement in the area, which offers 44 golf courses, 281 churches and several malls. Raleigh also has dozens of museums that celebrate their culture and exhibits of local art, including Gregg Museum of Art and Design and the North Carolina Museum of History.
Residents can choose from the 21 assisted living facilities located in Garner or the 68 assisted facilities in Raleigh. According to the Genworth Cost of Care 2020 Survey, assisted living facilities in the area have an average cost of $4,800 per month. This is about $500 higher than the national average of $4,300 and $1,000 more than North Carolina’s average of $3,800.
Garner, a small suburban area on the southern outskirts of the state capital, has a SeniorScore of 72, the same as North Carolina and the national average. The area has 55 assisted living facilities in the area, in addition to the 85 assisted living facilities in Raleigh, located less than 7 miles away. Garner scored highest in two categories: Finances and General Quality of Life.
The township has a rating of 66 in Finances, due to residents paying less property taxes in regards to their total income and property value. In Garner, only about 2.12% of income goes to paying property taxes, while the national average is 2.79%. Garner taxes are about 0.81% of the property’s value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%
In the General Quality of Life category, Garner also has a score of 66. While the area is known to have mild winters and warm summers, Garner receives high levels of rain each year. According to the U.S. News and World Report, the Raleigh-Durham area was ranked #11 in Best Places to Live and #28 in Best Places to Retire.
Garner scored lowest in Recreation & Leisure, with a score of 61. Raleigh has a score of 65 in the same category and, due to their proximity, Garner residents have easy access to many amenities and services in Raleigh.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
Garner is a suburban city on the outskirts of Raleigh, and because of this we used Raleigh as the city for comparing assisted living fees to national and state averages, as well as the average costs across the top cities in North Carolina. According to the Genworth Cost of Care 2020 Survey, we found that assisted living fees in Raleigh are much higher than both the state and national averages. Assisted Living in Raleigh is $1,000 more than the North Carolina average of $3,800, and $500 more than the national average of $4,300.
When comparing the cost of assisted living in the top cities across North Carolina, Raleigh was among the most expensive, although Wilmington, situated along the southern coast, is the highest in the state, with an average of $5,877. Charlotte has an average of $4,649 in assisted living fees, which is about $150 cheaper than the average cost in Raleigh. Greensboro is also about $300 cheaper than Raleigh when it comes to assisted living costs, with an average of $4,509. The least expensive is Asheville, with an average of $2,750, which is well below the state and national averages and is about $2,050 cheaper than Raleigh. Additionally, New Bern and Fayetteville also have more affordable assisted living options than Raleigh, with the cost averaging at $3,400 and $3,500, respectively.
181 Kaspurr Dr
Garner, NC 27529
The Haven At Garner is a senior care community located at 181 Kaspurr Dr in Garner, North Carolina. The encompassing area has a dense population, with about 43,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 27529. With an ...
105 Avery St
Garner, NC 27529
Ann's Family Care 5 is a senior housing community situated nearby the South Raleigh area of Garner, North Carolina. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with about 43,000 people residing in the 27529 zip code. It is a ...
601 Lakeside Dr
Garner, NC 27529
Lawndale Manor ALC is a 62 room senior care facility. It is located at 601 Lakeside Dr in Garner, North Carolina. The community is in a predominantly middle income area, with an average household income of $60,685. ...
1437 Aversboro Rd
Garner, NC 27529
Located at 1437 Aversboro Rd, Victorian Senior Care - North Pointe of Garner is a senior care community in Garner, North Carolina. With roughly 43,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 27529, the surrounding area is heavily populated. ...
1925 Atkins
Raleigh, NC 27610
Situated within the South Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina, Ann's Place of Hope is a 6 room senior housing facility. The community is in a largely middle class area, with a median family income of $39,323. With ...
4 miles away from Garner, NC
816 Peyton St
Raleigh, NC 27610
Located within the South Central neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina, Linda's Family Care Home is a 5 room residential care facility. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with an average per-household income of $39,323. It ...
5 miles away from Garner, NC
7029 San Juan Hill Ct
Raleigh, NC 27610
Situated near by the Southeast Raleigh area of the city, Wrenette's Place is a senior community serving Raleigh, North Carolina. With around 67,000 poeple living in the 27610 zip code, the neighboring area is densely populated. It is ...
6 miles away from Garner, NC
2800 Kidd Rd
Raleigh, NC 27610
Wake Assisted Living is a senior care facility located in the East Raleigh area of Raleigh, North Carolina. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average household income of $39,323. It is densely populated, ...
6 miles away from Garner, NC
4013 Tryon Rd
Raleigh, NC 27606
A Good Life Family Care Home is a 6 unit family care home. It is situated nearby the West Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina. The community is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-household ...
6 miles away from Garner, NC
The Cardinal at North Hills is a senior housing community situated in the Hillsborough area of Raleigh, North Carolina. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with roughly 34,000 individuals residing in the zip code of 27609. With an ...
7 miles away from Garner, NC
2305 Glascock
Raleigh, NC 27610
Situated in the East Raleigh area of Raleigh, North Carolina, Ann's Place of Hope II is a 6 room senior housing facility. The facility is in a primarily middle class area, with a median per-household income of $39,323. ...
7 miles away from Garner, NC
401 Oberlin Rd
Raleigh, NC 27605
Located within the Hillsborough neighborhood, NC Statewide Independent Living Council is a senior housing facility in Raleigh, North Carolina. The neighboring area is sparsely populated, with roughly 5,000 people residing in the zip code of 27605. With an ...
7 miles away from Garner, NC
Gabriel Manor is a senior community located at 84 Johnson Estate Rd in Clayton, North Carolina. The surrounding area is heavily populated, with about 37,000 individuals residing in the 27520 zip code. With an average per-family income of ...
8 miles away from Garner, NC
1008 Flower Round Ct
Raleigh, NC 27610
Located close to the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood, Haven at Waterford Landing is a senior housing community serving Raleigh, North Carolina. The community is in a mostly middle income area, with a median per-family income of $39,323. With approximately ...
8 miles away from Garner, NC
1008 Flower Round Court
Raleigh, NC 27610
The Haven at Waterford Landing is a senior care community located near the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina. The surrounding area is densely populated, with about 67,000 people residing in the zip code of 27610. It ...
8 miles away from Garner, NC
1038 Stormy Ln
Raleigh, NC 27610
The Manor at Edgewater is a 6 unit senior care community. It is situated near by the Southeast Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina. The neighboring area is densely populated, with approximately 67,000 poeple living in the zip ...
8 miles away from Garner, NC
105 Walnut Creek Dr
Clayton, NC 27520
Passionate Care Group Home is a senior care community located at 105 Walnut Creek Dr in Clayton, North Carolina. The encompassing area is densely populated, with approximately 37,000 individuals residing in the 27520 zip code. With a median ...
8 miles away from Garner, NC
Spring Arbor of Raleigh is a senior care facility located near the East Raleigh neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina. The encompassing area is densely populated, with roughly 43,000 poeple living in the zip code of 27604. With a ...
9 miles away from Garner, NC
2268 Lazy River Dr
Raleigh, NC 27610
Maggie's Care Home is a residential care facility located near the East Raleigh area of Raleigh, North Carolina. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average per-family income of $39,323. With roughly 67,000 individuals ...
9 miles away from Garner, NC
4520 Dilford Dr
Raleigh, NC 27604
The Haven at Wyckford is a senior care facility situated close to the East Raleigh area of Raleigh, North Carolina. With around 43,000 people residing in the 27604 zip code, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is ...
9 miles away from Garner, NC
Located at 6590 Tryon Rd in Cary, North Carolina, Cary Health and Rehabilitation is a 120 bed skilled nursing facility. With an average family income of $113,559, the facility is in a primarily upscale area. It has an ...
9 miles away from Garner, NC
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Serving the residents of Wake County, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services provides a wide range of services for seniors, including long-term ombudsman, care management services and counseling. The agency works with local organizations and providers to help residents get the care they need to improve their quality of life, whether they are aging in place in a long-term care facility or in their home. 2001 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-2000 (800) 662-7030 |
Resources for Seniors, Inc. Resources for Seniors, Inc. is another nonprofit group that works with local care providers and organizations that can help seniors obtain financial assistance and social services. The staff can connect seniors with assisted living and other local long-term facilities that can provide levels of personal and medical care that cannot be met in the home. 1110 Navaho Drive, Fourth Floor Raleigh, NC 27609 (919) 872-7933 |
Wake County VA Clinic The Wake County VA Clinic offers intensive outpatient services for veterans in Wake County and can provide referrals to the Durham VA Medical Center for more comprehensive care services. Behavioral health services are also available. 3040 Hammond Business Place Suite 105 Raleigh, NC 27603-3666 (919) 899-6259 |
Raleigh Vet Center The Raleigh Vet Center has individual and group counseling services for active military members, veterans and their families. Readjustment counseling encompasses a full range of social services. Therapists can assist individuals with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, suicide prevention and addiction intervention. All services are free and confidential. 8851 Ellstree Ln., Ste. 122, Raleigh, 27617 (919) 361-6419 |
Carolina Dispute Settlement Services In addition to providing mediation and arbitration services, Carolina Dispute Settlement Services is a non-profit legal agency that offers a statewide program designed to help seniors who have filed appeals with the Office of Administrative Hearings when their benefits have been denied or reduced. Fees are based on a sliding scale for qualifying individuals. 4600 Marriott Dr., Suite 200, Raleigh, 27612 (919) 755-4646 |
North Carolina Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) Provided by the North Carolina Department of Insurance, The Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program helps seniors better understand their long-term health care options whether they are covered by Medicare and Medicaid. The counselors can also provide services regarding filing complaints against Medicare or Medicaid, as well as how to spot scams that are targeted toward seniors. 325 N. Salisbury Street, Albemarle Building Raleigh, NC 27603-5926 (855) 408-1212 https://www.ncdoi.gov/consumers/medicare-and-seniors-health-insurance-information-program-shiip |
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How much do assisted living communities cost in North Carolina?
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Assisted living in North Carolina averages approximately $98 per day (ranging from $37 to $263), $2,940 monthly (ranging from $1,100 to $7,895), and $35,280 per year (ranging from $13,200 to $94,740). By comparison, the national averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 per year.
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What does assisted living cost in Garner?
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The minimum per-month cost of assisted living in Garner, North Carolina is around $1,500 and can be as much as $7,143. The mean is approximately $4,200 per-month, with a yearly cost of around $50,400.
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What does assisted living include?
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Services typically included with assisted living are meal preparation, assistance with medication, 24-hour supervision, help with dressing, and regular health care. Shared and private rooms are usually available depending on the budget of the individual.
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Are there any assisted living facilities in Garner that take Medicaid?
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Universal Health Care-Fuquay-Varina, Hillside Nursing Center and Rehab, Cary Health and Rehabilitation, Litchford Falls Healthcare, and Glenaire accept Medicaid for assisted living in Garner.
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Are there a lot of seniors in Garner?
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Though the encompassing statistical area contains 1,112,065 residents, there are 42,128 residing in the city itself. Residents 55 and over comprise 21% of the total community.
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