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The Oaks of Alamance Costs & Pricing
The Oaks of Alamance offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Guilford County and the broader North Carolina area. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $2,900 per month, significantly lower than the local average of $3,673 and the state average of $3,584. Studio apartments at The Oaks are priced at $3,500, which is also more affordable than the county's average of $3,941 and below the state's typical cost of $4,020. Similarly, for one-bedroom apartments, The Oaks charges $4,000 per month - slightly above Guilford County's average of $3,554 but notably less than North Carolina's statewide figure of $4,055. Overall, The Oaks of Alamance presents a value-driven option for those seeking quality care in a welcoming environment.
Floor plans
The Oaks of Alamance
Guilford County
North Carolina
Semi-Private
$2,900
$3,673
$3,584
Studio
$3,500
$3,941
$4,020
1 Bedroom
$4,000
$3,554
$4,055
Overall Review of The Oaks of Alamance
caveat8 reviews mention this
Cleanliness problems come up often
Several residents and families describe rooms, carpets, and odors that did not feel clean.
Cleanliness is a recurring concern, with multiple families describing dirty carpet, filthy bathrooms, and unpleasant odors in hallways or rooms. Bed bugs are also mentioned, alongside complaints about meals being served cold and looking reheated. While one family describes the facility as clean during a visit, the overall feedback includes enough negative cleanliness reports to warrant a close look during a tour and follow-up questions.
caveat6 reviews mention this
Staffing and care coverage fall short
Many reviewers say care support is inconsistent when residents need more help.
Beyond general kindness, several reviews describe staffing gaps and difficulty getting the level of help a loved one required. Residents or families mention weekends being understaffed, lacking enough nursing coverage (described as med techs rather than nurses), and concerns about doctors’ orders not being followed. A few reviews also raise safety and response concerns around getting residents out of bed and medication handling, which ties to the larger theme of care coverage feeling unreliable.
common4 reviews mention this
Communication can be responsive
Some families report staff communicates well and follows up with concerns.
Alongside the complaints, there are reviews that describe good communication with family members and responsiveness to questions or issues. One reviewer says concerns were taken care of by a specific contact after calls, and another describes friendly, welcoming staff during the transition. A separate set of reviews also criticize administration and follow-through, so the theme here is that communication quality seems uneven across experiences.
common4 reviews mention this
Food gets mixed reviews
Dining is described as both OK and sometimes served cold or inconvenient.
Food quality and meal service come up repeatedly but in different ways. Some reviews say the dining area looks nice or that food is OK, while others describe cold meals, reheated-looking food, and needing to eat in a room instead of dining together. When meal service is a concern, it often appears alongside larger concerns about support and staffing.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Cost feels questionable for some
Some reviews raise concerns about billing accuracy and value for the money.
Pricing shows up as a mixed theme: at least one reviewer says cost is on par with other places, but multiple others question value or complain about the way charges and refunds were handled. One review mentions being charged about $500 more than expected and waiting for a refund, and another says the facility was “too much money.” A separate review calls the price fair while still stating that a lack of quality care leads to a high cost.
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Features
Housing
69 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Piedmont Triad International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Activities on-site
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Devotional activities offsite
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
This area of Burlington, North Carolina offers convenient access to pharmacies such as Walgreens, CVS Pharmacy, and Walmart Pharmacy within a short distance. There are a variety of dining options nearby including Sonic Drive-In, Wings To Go, Chili's Grill & Bar, and more. For medical needs, there are reputable physicians like Alamance Eye Center and Piedmont Oral Facial and Dental Implant Surgery Center in close proximity. Residents can also enjoy coffee at cafes like Biggby Coffee and Starbucks. The Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center is conveniently located for any emergency medical care that may be needed. Additionally, Springwood Park provides a nice outdoor space for leisure activities. Overall, this area offers a mix of essential services and amenities that would be beneficial for seniors looking to live comfortably in Burlington.
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
Walgreens (1.9 miles)
Total Care Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
Edgewood Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In (0.3 miles)
Wings To Go (0.3 miles)
Chili's Grill & Bar (1 miles)
McDonald's (1.1 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1.1 miles)
San Marcos Mexican Restaurant (1.1 miles)
Hooters (1.3 miles)
Physicians
Alamance Eye Center (0.5 miles)
Fresenius Kidney Care (1 miles)
Piedmont Oral Facial and Dental Implant Surgery Center (1.2 miles)
Burlington Imaging (1.5 miles)
MyEyeDr (1.6 miles)
Alliance Medical Associates (1.7 miles)
Carolina Anesthesia And Pain Care (1.8 miles)
Cafes
Biggby Coffee (0.9 miles)
Starbucks (1 miles)
Starbucks (1.6 miles)
Starbucks (13.7 miles)
Panera Bread (17 miles)
Caribou Coffee (17.6 miles)
Starbucks (18 miles)
Hospitals
Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center (1.7 miles)
The Oaks of Alamance offers competitive pricing for its accommodations when compared to both Guilford County and the broader North Carolina area. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $2,900 per month, significantly lower than the local average of $3,673 and the state average of $3,584. Studio apartments at The Oaks are priced at $3,500, which is also more affordable than the county's average of $3,941 and below the state's typical cost of $4,020. Similarly, for one-bedroom apartments, The Oaks charges $4,000 per month - slightly above Guilford County's average of $3,554 but notably less than North Carolina's statewide figure of $4,055. Overall, The Oaks of Alamance presents a value-driven option for those seeking quality care in a welcoming environment.
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69 resident community capacity
Studio apartments
Assisted Living
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Piedmont Triad International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Friendly, professional staff in a clean, well-maintained environment with engaging activities.
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