Carolina Reserve of Durham is a care facility located in Durham, North Carolina, specializing primarily in memory care with additional assisted living services. The community is designed for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, providing a secure and supportive environment focused on residents’ safety and comfort. Carolina Reserve of Durham offers a home-like setting with a cozy size, attractive outdoor grounds, and a welcoming front porch, fostering a sense of community and familiarity for residents. The facility emphasizes a personalized approach, adapting its support to each resident’s needs and encouraging family involvement in care plans.

Care and medical support at Carolina Reserve of Durham encompass a broad range of services to address the varied health concerns of its residents. Diabetes care is available and includes assistance with blood glucose monitoring and dietary management, while medication management ensures safe and accurate delivery of prescribed therapies. The staff provides incontinence care, ambulatory assistance, and tailored support for residents who require help with activities of daily living. As a secured, memory-care-only community, the environment is specifically structured for residents with memory impairments, featuring enhanced supervision and safety measures to support those who may be at risk of wandering. Indoor and outdoor walking paths are available, allowing residents to engage in safe physical activity regardless of mobility level or weather conditions. The community includes amenities such as a barber and beauty salon and organizes wellness activities, including yoga and chair yoga, aimed at supporting both physical and mental well-being. Carolina Reserve also maintains social clubs and organized community gatherings to promote engagement and social interaction among residents.

Carolina Reserve of Durham provides complimentary transportation services for residents. These services support residents in attending off-site medical appointments as well as non-medical excursions, such as shopping trips or recreational outings, thereby enhancing accessibility and opportunities for community participation.

Reviews from residents and families highlight frequent positive feedback regarding the professionalism and compassion of the staff, as well as their efforts to foster a family-like atmosphere and maintain strong communication with families. While some concerns have been noted about staff turnover and occasional medication management lapses, the facility is generally described as clean, well-maintained, and responsive to feedback. The community offers a range of daily activities, social opportunities, and tailored enrichment programs that help residents stay engaged and active. Management has been commended for transparency in care planning and billing practices. As of June 2024, Carolina Reserve of Durham continues to operate with stable service offerings, maintaining its focus on providing supportive care and individualized attention within a secured and structured environment.

Costs at this community start at $3,640 and range up to $6,500. The average price in the community is $5,150, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,346. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.