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Allison Schneider-Gulledge Assisted Living Locators of the Triangle

Allison Schneider-Gulledge

Allison Schneider-Gulledge

Serving Western Wake, Durham, Orange, and Chatham Counties in North Carolina

Budget and price range

The average cost of assisted living in the Triangle area of North Carolina is $5,500 per month. Please contact me anytime to discuss the exact pricing for the care options you need.

Unfortunately, the Triangle is the most expensive area in the state for senior living. Independent Living costs start at around $3500 for a small studio and can go up to $8,000 or $9,000 for a large 2-bedroom in a newer community. The average cost is approximately $4,500. Assisted Living can range from $5,500 for a small studio with minimal care to $8,500 – $9,000 for someone requiring significant care, with an average cost of about $6,800. Sharing a room can reduce this cost by a little over a third. Memory Care is typically shared and can range from $6,500 to $12,000,

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Budget and price range

The average cost of assisted living in the Triangle area of North Carolina is $5,500 per month. Please contact me anytime to discuss the exact pricing for the care options you need.

Unfortunately, the Triangle is the most expensive area in the state for senior living. Independent Living costs start at around $3500 for a small studio and can go up to $8,000 or $9,000 for a large 2-bedroom in a newer community. The average cost is approximately $4,500. Assisted Living can range from $5,500 for a small studio with minimal care to $8,500 – $9,000 for someone requiring significant care, with an average cost of about $6,800. Sharing a room can reduce this cost by a little over a third. Memory Care is typically shared and can range from $6,500 to $12,000,

About Allison Schneider-Gulledge

As a Senior Living Advisor, I provide a no-cost service to seniors and their families facing the challenges of finding the right senior living options. With more than 40 years’ experience in the healthcare industry and having taken this same journey with my own parents, I have a unique understanding of the challenges seniors and their families face in finding the care that meets their individual needs. As a Triangle resident for more than 35 years, my knowledge of this diverse and growing area makes me a valuable asset. What I do, helping seniors, is not just a profession: it's a passion deeply rooted at the core of who I am.

Finding the right senior living options

I’m your local, face-to-face alternative to an Internet search! As your advocate, I will help identify appropriate independent living, assisted living, memory care or home care options, based on your unique needs. Together, we will tour properties, evaluate options, and get your questions answered.

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Why choose local experts?

I’m a firm believer in “trusting the journey” and feel that my background and knowledge will help seniors and their families make an informed decision. I will guide them and work as their advocate through this often challenging process.

Specialties & Qualifications

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Feedback From The Families

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Rocio Winger
Allison was a fantastic resource for me during my complex search for assisted living for both my parents, who are at different stages of different types of dementia. She listened to all the details about our situation, made insightful recommendations, visited many communities with me and was a knowledgeable partner and advocate throughout the entire process. She went above and beyond at every turn, even helpfully finding answers to other questions related to my parents' affairs but unrelated to my search for residential care. Even beyond her invaluable assistance, though, I had the sense from the beginning that she was motivated by a genuine desire to help me find the right solution for my family. I wholeheartedly recommend Allison to anyone who needs help navigating the difficult process of finding senior care. You can't do better!
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Kelly Kleinbrahm
Excellent resource! Well informed of options in the community and personalized support with your journey from a caring individual - Allison.
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Jillian Davis
I can’t recommend Allison highly enough! Her expertise and assistance in placing my father with advanced dementia into memory care was such an enormous help and weight lifted of my shoulders to ensure we were making the best decisions for my dad’s overall well-being and care. She took time out of her busy schedule to set up and attend multiple tours with us and helped in facilitating placement for my dad along every step of the way. She has often been a resource for me to call and get her opinion on things or just be a shoulder to cry on when I needed it. Allison is the most thoughtful, warm, and caring human being and will go above and beyond to make sure you are well-educated and comfortable in making such tough decisions for your loved ones. Thank you again for all your help and support, Allison!!
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About the Triangle

The Triangle area, encompassing Western Wake, Durham, Orange, and Chatham Counties in North Carolina, is a region known for its exceptional quality of life, diverse cultural offerings, and educational opportunities. It is an ideal destination for seniors seeking an active and engaging retirement.

Senior Living Communities

The Triangle area has a wide range of senior living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and continuing care retirement communities. These communities are designed to provide comfortable and age-appropriate living with various services and amenities.

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Healthcare in the Triangle area of North Carolina

Healthcare for seniors in the Triangle area of North Carolina, which includes Western Wake, Durham, Orange, and Chatham Counties, is characterized by its exceptional medical facilities, specialized care services, and a commitment to promoting overall well-being.

World-Class Medical Facilities

The Triangle area is renowned for its top-tier healthcare institutions, including Duke University Hospital, UNC Health Care, and WakeMed Health & Hospitals. These facilities offer a wide range of medical services, cutting-edge technology, and specialized departments dedicated to geriatric care.

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In the Triangle area, which includes Western Wake, Durham, Orange, and Chatham counties, there are over 150 Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care communities where I primarily work.

Unfortunately, the Triangle is the most expensive area in the state for senior living. Independent Living costs start at around $3000 for a small studio and can go up to $8,000 or $9,000 for a large 2-bedroom in a newer community. The average cost is approximately $4,000. Assisted Living can range from $5,000 for a small studio with minimal care to $8,500 – $9,000 for someone requiring significant care, with an average cost of about $6,800. Sharing a room can reduce this cost by a little over a third. Memory Care is typically shared and can range from $6,500 to $12,000, depending on the community and the level of care needed. Moving just outside the Triangle by as little as 30 minutes can reduce costs by over a third.

Yes, there are a limited number of communities in the Triangle area that accept Medicaid as payment for assisted living and memory care. In North Carolina, this type of Medicaid is called Special Assistance, and you must be living in or getting ready to move into a community before you can apply. In 2024, the maximum income limit for assisted living eligibility is $1,326, and for memory care, it is $1,700.

Most assisted living communities have a minimal wait of 4-6 weeks, if that. Memory care communities may take a bit longer, sometimes up to 90 days, depending on the community. If you are looking for a specific room size or view, you may have to wait several months, depending on the community. Independent living typically has little to no wait unless you are seeking a very specific type of apartment. Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), which require a significant upfront buy-in and provide various levels of care, may have significant wait periods of 5-10 years.

Yes, independent living communities have home care agencies available that residents can hire to provide additional care and services. Some home care agencies are onsite 24 hours a day, while others are available for a limited number of hours per day. They offer services such as medication reminders, assistance with showering and dressing, apartment cleaning, laundry, and companionship.

In North Carolina, there are several differences between independent living and assisted living. Independent living is not regulated by the state and does not have to meet specific care standards. Assisted living is regulated by the state and is required to meet various care requirements. For example, in assisted living, they must provide three meals and three snacks per day, while independent living is not required to provide any meals or snacks, although most offer one or two meals a day. Assisted living automatically provides care with activities of daily living (ADLs) like showering, dressing, toileting, medication management, and feeding if needed. Independent living does not and requires individuals to hire a home care company for those services. In summary, assisted living offers 24/7 care on demand for one price, while independent living provides scheduled care, typically from 7 am to 7 pm either 5 or 7 days a week, at an additional cost to the individual.

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