Searstone has been open for six years in Cary. My husband and I have lived there for the entire…read moretime. We are very happy with the facility, amenities and the wonderful staff. The community has estate homes of various sizes and several apartment buildings surrounding a lake. The units are also of varying sizes. A major expansion is in the development stage. The best thing about living here is the resident community. We have a wonderful social life and many friends from all over the country. Their varied past educational and life experiences help make them interesting and involved people. The activities are varied and fun. To anyone considering this type of senior living, I say Don't Wait and Miss All The Fun.

From the owner: SearStone is something new: a true community so full of energy and vitality, people want to shop…read morehere, play here, and yes, retire here. Residents have brought the whole community to life. They're savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining and raising cocktail glasses in The White Horse Bar & Grille. The air is filled with splashing from the pool and delighted applause from The Grand Ballroom. We've created a close-knit community where everything is within walking distance or at most a golf-cart ride away. We've embraced the idea of New Urbanism, a blend of retail shops, public spaces and a wide array of residences for senior living with style. SearStone is open--and an unbelievable opportunity is waiting for you! Services: * Independent Living * In-Home Care * Assisted Living * Memory Support * Skilled Nursing * Physical rehabilitation * Life Care Credentials/Certifications: * Not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization

We moved here from Seattle in May 2021 and after a brief adjustment, we've been very pleased…read more Housekeeping alternates from changing our bed linens, to a thorough cleaning of floors, dusting and cleaning both bathrooms. Employees are well trained, friendly and efficient! Initially, the dining and kitchen staff had vacancies, but that has changed. Daily continental breakfasts are provided, with Wednesday offering a variable of scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage. Every other Sunday a hearty brunch is provided and is excellent! The evening dinner is also provided in the Dining Room. Depending upon personal preference, a menu is completed the day before and returns to the kitchen. Staffing can alter whether it will be a buffet style or seated dining. Soup, salad, entrèe, and a variety of sides and a dessert is included as a part of the monthly rent. Access to Doctors Making House Calls, Legacy Physical Therapy, a gym and a heated pool are also available on site. Clubs range from Book Clubs, Veteran's group, off campus events, etc. all add to create a thriving environment!

My dad was a resident in the independent living community at Waltonwood for six months, until he…read morepassed away. He loved it. The staff is exceptional, always friendly, always treating the residents with courtesy, respect and affection. The residents go out of their way to welcome newcomers and help them acclimate through an ambassador program. I often joined dad on Friday afternoons for "happy hour" in the cafe. Although he didn't drink, he enjoyed a glass of cider and socializing with other residents. I made as many friends as he did and really enjoyed visiting, especially for concerts, special events and dinner. Highly recommended.

My mom is a resident in assisted living, after leaving a different independent living facility. My…read moremom is ambulatory and can usually take care of her physical needs but has a very poor memory due to dementia. The staff have been kind and helpful. They are always receptive to requests. My mom has made friends and enjoys herself and the activities they provide. The little apartments are very nice, and I am happy that they have cleaning and laundry service. The staff in the dining room are good at accommodating individual preferences, and the residents really enjoy their meals. I have no hesitation at recommending Woodland Terrace.

Great facility and staff. I was impressed by the cleanliness and attentiveness of the staff.read more

We have had such a wonderful experience at Jordan Oaks! The management team is so attentive and go…read moreabove and beyond for the residents. The food is good and we've been really impressed with the amenities.

From the owner: Jordan Oaks features an active senior living lifestyle, with a full complement of amenities and…read moreservices so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with new friends and family. Our independent lifestyle includes an emergency call system in the event you need to alert our staff or emergency responders. Your monthly rent includes three chef-prepared meals daily, transportation, exciting events and activities, and weekly housekeeping, so you can enjoy your retirement. We invite you to come visit with us and learn more about our gracious lifestyle.

My mother-in-law just passed away in this facility. She passed from complications following a…read morebrain bleed from a fall under their "care." This was after she got kicked in the stomach by another resident, her purse was stolen, and she was neglected and ignored by many. She never received a documented care plan and all we experienced was routine shoulder shrugging. There are a lot of sad parts of this long story but few are as pathetic as the fact that the only time we feel their sense of urgency is now, on Yelp where they're suddenly interested in talking. That says everything to our family about this facility's priorities.

Families, please do your research…read more What I witnessed at this facility was a huge gap between what was promised and what was delivered in terms of care. The administration is not only poorly managed but seems indifferent to the well-being of its residents. The turnover rate for staff is alarmingly high, which speaks volumes about the toxic work environment and lack of training or support provided to employees. As a result, the level of care my mother received was inconsistent at best, and at worst, neglectful. Some of the staff were caring people, without a doubt, but staff were frequently overwhelmed, confused and unfamiliar with residents due to turnover. Communication from the administration to families was almost nonexistent. When I reached out with concerns, I was met with indifference or vague reassurances that were never followed through on. Clearly, the main concern of the administration is profits. This is not the kind of care anyone deserves, especially our senior loved ones who should be treated with dignity and respect.

Do not, do not leave your loved ones in the memory care. I found my mother covered in feces be…read moretime. The next time in her own urine. The sales staff was rude. She had sewing shears which could have hurt someone or herself. If you have had experience with this facility with the same experience please reach out. Her room was always filthy and her room bathroom was the same. She had filthy bottles of water with baby oil. The op manager said they made improvements but I don't know.

Do not use this poor excuse for an assisted living business. They are mismanaged, understaffed, and…read moreresidents get infected/die/don't get their meds. Do not use this this place!

This place is very nice and the people show so much respect was a thankful experienceread more

Just know that if you are sending a loved one here to live you're ultimately sending them to their…read moredeath. Don't let the pretty flowers out front fool you because the inside this place is anything but pretty. The majority of the staff clearly don't want to be there and so the quality of care your loved one will be getting will be poor. I'm very disappointed with this place and for the amount of cost it is you would be better off going with a different option.

With only one-star reviews of this place over 3 years of time, why hasn't anyone at this facility…read morehad anyone reply to the reviews of this place ? Has anything been done to improve the terrible care these reviews show ? With the high cost, one would think the care would be superb. With no answers from the staff of these reviews, I tend to absolutely believe these are true. Since the staff is either afraid of addressing these or never look at them, it makes me think scary of Cary.

My parents moved in when this place opened, and I recently visited them for 10 days. The residents…read moreare a younger demographic and quite dynamic. The dining room food is restaurant quality, with daily specials and a decent fixed menu if you don't want the specials. The fixed menu changes every couple months. The exercise classes are both mentally and physically engaging. There is a lovely movie theater room, art room, outdoor seating area and garden. At the entrance there is a grand piano, bar, and bistro. A resident recently taught a Zentangle class in the art room. She started with "The difference between Zentangle and doodling is mindfulness vs. mindlessness" and without missing a beat another woman said "and you think that's going to help us?!" while a third snorked. The location is unusual, literally minutes away from a hospital, doctors, rehab and temporary assisted living, restaurants (Wasabi has outstanding sushi and sashimi), Costco, hotels, grocery, shopping, plus a lake and outdoor amphitheater walking distance. There is a pool and water aerobic classes, PT. There is a physician's assistant who visits and makes rounds every Friday, simply email or call. The place allows dogs and there are quite a few from small to large. While it is independent living, some have personal assistants and they allow hospice for those couples who don't want to split up (eye opening, hadn't considered that prior to seeing this place). I had a long conversation with many of the residents who moved from other facilities and said there was no comparison. One resident moved the same time as my parents from another Atria facility in Durham (he's quiet until he wants to talk, and then you get a wealth of information). He loves the fact that management has the freedom to manage. Initially the lighting in the theater room was bad, and it took six months but they changed it and now the theater is lovely. He said they will entertain any reasonable request. While I personally didn't do the level of research into senior communities that my parents and sister did since I don't live in NC, the consensus and my experience show this is an outstanding residence and community.

From the owner: "Independent senior living that doesn't ask you to compromise--Modena Cary is an outstanding choice…read morein one of North Carolina's most desirable places to live, just minutes from Raleigh. With no daily chores holding you back, you can craft a lifestyle that reflects your vision for this exciting chapter, knowing our exceptional staff is a step ahead in ensuring your days are rich in possibilities. Enhanced luxury and convenience are yours, with a backdrop of natural splendor--connected by a walking trail to the greenway system in Regency Park, and not far from the beautiful Hemlock Bluffs Natural Preserve, Modena Cary offers residents breathtaking views and easy access to moments of tranquility and relaxation. At Modena Cary, we understand what living your best life really means: surrounding yourself with vibrancy, wellness, and elegance; knowing that this is how it was meant to be. With details like a beautiful indoor saltwater pool. An irresistible outdoor pavilion for sitting by the firepit or hearing a concert on the performance stage. A postcard-worthy setting artfully blending natural beauty with fine dining, shopping, and attractions close by. Top-shelf services, gorgeous apartments, expansive views almost everywhere you look--this is independent senior living at Modena Cary."

What a lovely place this is !!! I am speaking from the experience of my moms placement into their…read moreassisted living facility. First of all the facility itself couldn't be more beautiful. The grounds are spotless and the outdoor space for the residents is inviting an accessible. There are always activities and at least a weekly outing. The aides and nursing staff are friendly and helpful. My mom has not been here long but everyone on staff has been more than accommodating to her needs. The food is delicious. We live close by and are excited to take this new journey with the staff of the Reserve. If you have any questions, please reach out to me.

I moved here because of the friendliness of the people -- residents and staff. That continues to be…read morethe norm. Covid was handled beautifully with masking required and meal delivery to apartments. Unfortunately, things haven't bounced back as much as hoped, impacted by short staffing and staff turnover. During the time of lowest staffing, menus and meal preparation went downhill; however, things are improving significantly. Staffing situations have also caused maintenance and housekeeping to be below par, but the light at this particular tunnel is beginning to be visible. Parking remains abysmal for residents. Improvements have been promised for months but nothing has changed. There are many opportunities for activities, movies, special dining events, vaccinations, and others. I will remain a happy member of the Reserve community.