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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hillsborough, NC

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If your loved one needs memory care in Hillsborough, A Place for Mom can help. With 11 memory care facilities in Hillsborough, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Hillsborough incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Hillsborough memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Hillsborough, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Lake Anne, Umstead Townhomes and Long Lake.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Durham, Pittsboro and Mebane.

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Photo of TerraBella Hillsborough
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I think the staff generally cares for the well-being of the residents. They do call them by their names and do tend to know the specifics of each resident and their needs. I am pleased when they address them...
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.
With two senior living options, including Assisted Living and our personalized Memory Care, our community is perfect for area residents who can benefit from available 24-hour care and service and a lifestyle free of worries that discards the heavy-duty of maintaining a home.Here at TerraBella...
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9.7
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They have been wonderful to work with and I would highly recommend using their facilities. [name removed] went above and beyond during the move from [community removed]to Meadowmont. I couldn’t have done it...
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 our senior living community in Chapel Hill, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving  assistance for bathing, dressing and medications....
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Photo of Carolina Reserve of Durham
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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44 reviews
9.4
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44 reviews
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When the time comes to place a Loved Parent into a new to them home, the task can be daunting. From our first visit I was impressed by the inviting and warm atmosphere and how kind and professional every...
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.
A new home but in old fashioned comfort. Carolina Reserve of Durham is an assisted living community that nurtures independence through the provision of 24 hour assistance to our residents including medication administration, 3 meals per day and snacks daily, personal laundry, exercise program,...
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22 Floor plans available
8.9
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68 reviews
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68 reviews
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As a local Asian American family here in Durham and after looking at several places for our mom, we chose Brookdale Durham—and honestly, we’re glad we did. From the start, the staff made her feel welcome....
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 our exclusive senior living community in Durham, N.C., which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, you can be your best possible self in an environment of luxury, beauty and sophistication. As an assisted living resident, you can stay independent and active while receiving...
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Photo of The Addison
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22 Floor plans available
8.8
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28 reviews
8.8
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28 reviews
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Case in point: when we moved [name removed] into the facility, he had an entirely new wardrobe. His wardrobe does not include multi-pocket or zippered pants, button-down shirts, or lace-up shoes. [name...
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.
We're here to encourage an engaged senior lifestyle in a caring, supportive environment. You'll find dedicated services and comfortable amenities all with an at-home feel. OUR RESIDENTS LIVE worry-free surrounded by good friends and exceptional service. EVERYTHING ABOUT THE ADDISON OF DURHAM SAYS...
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7.7
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22 reviews
7.7
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22 reviews
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We thought Mebane Ridge was a great place for mom to be. We picked this community because it was close to home, warm home like feeling inside, and they had a memory care unit.
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.
Mebane Ridge Assisted Living is located in the city of Mebane, North Carolina, a part of Orange and Alamance Counties. This community offers seniors a caring place to live, giving them the support that they need on a regular basis. Mebane provides residents and guests with attractions and things...
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My mother is very happy and has settled in at the Stratford Memory Care Unit. She is flourishing in the smaller environment. In fact, she actually thanked me for moving her to The Stratford. I feel 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.
The Stratford is located in the heart of Tarheel Country, yet it is nestled away on three acres of quiet surroundings. The Stratford is a gem that is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the University and Hospital life, but close enough to be a part of it within minutes. There is a free...
Photo of Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care
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My father is a new resident at Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care. The staff seem very friendly and attentive and seem to work well together. The housekeeping seems good. The meals are not good, but I don't...
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.
Our community, a dedicated memory care community located in a quiet residential Chapel Hill, N.C., neighborhood, offers premium care services to seniors with Alzheimer's and related forms of dementia. Our innovative care program includes a gentle structure to each day that includes mental and...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Calyx Living of Durham and his experience at this facility was very good. The facility was clean. The food was not great, but good. The staff was very friendly and...
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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My loved one was previously a resident at Calyx Living of Durham and his experience at this facility was very good. The facility was clean. The food was not great, but good. The staff was very friendly and...
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 Rose Manor Healthcare Center
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
Photo of Brookdale Meadowmont
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.

Cost of memory care in Hillsborough, NC

The average cost of senior living in Hillsborough is $6,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roxboro, NC with an average of $4,726 per month.

Memory care costs in Hillsborough, NC, vs. nearby cities

Hillsborough, NC
$6,236/mo
$6,440/mo
$6,260/mo

Memory care costs in Hillsborough, NC, vs. state and national averages

Hillsborough, NC
$6,236/mo
U.S. national average
$5,339/mo

Memory care costs in Hillsborough, NC, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,236/mo

Memory care costs in Hillsborough, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,901/mo
Studio
$7,761/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,631/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,495/mo

Senior living costs in Hillsborough vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Hillsborough, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHillsborough, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Memory Care$6,236/mo$4,996/mo$5,339/mo
Assisted Living$5,074/mo$4,150/mo$4,587/mo
Independent Living$3,785/mo$3,526/mo$4,064/mo
Memory Care
Hillsborough, NC:$6,236/mo
North Carolina:$4,996/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
Assisted Living
Hillsborough, NC:$5,074/mo
North Carolina:$4,150/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Independent Living
Hillsborough, NC:$3,785/mo
North Carolina:$3,526/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Hillsborough

Recent reviews for memory care in Hillsborough

Home Place of Burlington

4.5
We chose Home Place of Burlington because of the informative tour as well as the fact that my mother knew several residents there. These residents provided a great recommendation. I really like Eventus, the medical staff. They are very informative.

Carolina Reserve of Durham

4.8
My mom has been here for 6 months. Memory care. She's 91. The staff has been kind and caring. The facility isn't too big. About 50 residents I think. It's been a good experience all the way around. Memory care is difficult and they have done a really good job with my Mom.

Brookdale Chapel Hill Memory Care

4.6
The activities director is wonderful in memory care. My loved one in memory care receives very good care and attention from the staff. The only downfall I see, is that they need more staff. There are three meals a day served to the residents, and they have some choices to choose from. Some ...
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Hillsborough review score based on 78 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 78 reviews of 11 Hillsborough memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hillsborough 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

Hillsborough review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Hillsborough, NC11 facilities
8.3
Carrboro, NC9 facilities
7.7
Mebane, NC7 facilities

Review subcategories for Hillsborough 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 78 reviews of 11 Hillsborough memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hillsborough 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.
Hillsborough, NC averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Hillsborough memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hillsborough memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hillsborough, NCNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
91.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.7%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hillsborough, NCNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hillsborough, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hillsborough, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hillsborough 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 Hillsborough offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hillsborough, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Meadowmont, Carolina Reserve of Durham and Brookdale Durham are the top-rated memory care facilities near Hillsborough, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 memory care facilities near Hillsborough, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Hillsborough, North Carolina are Brookdale Meadowmont and Carolina Reserve of Durham. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough, 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 Hillsborough, North Carolina ranges from $1118 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Hillsborough, North Carolina is $6,236. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Hillsborough, 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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