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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

Woodland Terrace is an assisted living and memory care community in Cary, NC.

Information last verified: June 6, 2026

300 Kildaire Woods Drive, Cary, NC 27511

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 149 reviews

5 stars

111

4 stars

24

3 stars

5

2 stars

2

1 stars

7

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Overall Review of Woodland Terrace

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Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, caring, and responsive.

Many reviews emphasize friendly, attentive staff who treat residents well and show up as a consistent presence. Families also mention staff communicating proactively or helping them with requests when needed, including during transitions into new care settings. A few reviews raise serious concerns about communication and care follow-through when needs change quickly, including reports of missing updates and inadequate support during critical moments. Overall, the reviews lean strongly positive on the day-to-day interactions, with some notable exceptions.

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Activities help residents stay engaged

Residents are regularly involved in scheduled activities, outings, and on-site programs.

Reviews frequently mention that residents can stay busy through daily activities, exercise options, music, classes, and planned events. Several families describe cultural events and outings, and others mention residents joining in at their own pace without pressure. Some visitors also describe interactive moments during tours and an active campus feel. A few reviews note limitations in the number or location of activities, or that more activities could be offered in certain settings.

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Restaurant-style dining gets mixed reviews

Dining is a frequent topic, with praise for quality and complaints about accuracy and variety.

Many reviews praise food and describe an upscale dining experience, including residents enjoying meals and families highlighting the cook and dining room atmosphere. Others also mention dietary needs such as gluten-free or sugar-free plans, alongside general satisfaction when meals meet expectations. At the same time, a few reviews report problems with food quality, mistakes with dietary details, and concerns about breakfast consistency. There are also mentions of menu limitations and needing extra local supplementation when dietary needs aren’t handled consistently.

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Memory care focuses on safety

Memory care reviews frequently highlight supportive dementia care and security features.

Several families specifically discuss dementia support, describing staff as patient, encouraging, and engaged with residents. Reviews also mention safety measures like controlled access intended to reduce wandering while still allowing residents to move around inside. Some families describe comfort from updates and involvement during transitions into memory care. There are also a small number of serious negative reviews related to falls, inadequate assistance, or delayed action when residents’ conditions changed.

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Pricing and care limits create tradeoffs

Some residents and families say cost or support limits don’t match their needs.

A recurring theme is that families weigh the community’s quality against affordability and what they can realistically get once needs increase. Multiple reviews describe situations where additional help was limited or required extra payment, or where the level of support available in assisted living didn’t meet expectations for higher oversight. Others describe dissatisfaction with transitions, such as needing a higher level of care or being restricted after a rehab stay. Even in positive reviews, at least one mentions the total cost as a major factor when choosing whether to move in.

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Wooded setting with nearby conveniences

Residents and families value the quiet, scenic grounds while still being close to everyday stops.

Reviews describe a park-like, quiet setting with a lake and walking opportunities, which many families connect to feeling comfortable for daily time outside. At least one review also mentions a walkable connection to shopping and nearby medical providers. The area around the community includes common destinations such as pharmacies, restaurants, and nearby healthcare facilities. Overall, the location is presented as both peaceful and practical for day-to-day errands.

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Features

Housing

84 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Bath tubs
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fireplaces
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Ground floor units
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool / hot tub
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Raleigh-Durham International (8 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
Coordination with health care providers
Dementia waiver
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Hospice waiver
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Gluten-free
Guest meals
International cuisine
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
No Sugar
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Vegan
Vegetarian

Activities

Art classes
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Cooking classes
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Jewish services
Mormon/LDS services
Other religious services
Planned day trips
Protestant services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Visiting Rabbi
Visiting chaplain or priest

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Cary, North Carolina offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With several pharmacies nearby, including Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy, residents have easy access to their medications and healthcare needs. There are also a variety of restaurants in the area such as City Barbeque And Catering, Chick-Fil-A, and A'Verde Cocina + Tequila Bar for dining options. Nearby places of worship like Christ the King Lutheran Church provide spiritual support, while medical facilities such as Western Wake Pediatrics and WakeMed Cary Hospital ensure quality healthcare services. Additionally, the abundance of parks and cafes offer opportunities for recreation and socialization. With transportation options like RDU Airport and rental car services close by, seniors can easily travel to visit family or explore the surrounding areas. Overall, this part of Cary provides a comfortable and well-rounded community for seniors to enjoy their retirement years.

Pharmacies

Walgreens (0.3 miles)
Walgreens (2.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
Walgreens (5.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.4 miles)

Restaurants

City Barbeque And Catering (0.4 miles)
Woody’s Sports Tavern & Grill (1.8 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (2.1 miles)
Carolina Ale House (2.2 miles)
A'Verde Cocina + Tequila Bar (2.3 miles)
Big Easy (2.6 miles)
Hickory Tavern (3.6 miles)

Places of Worship

Christ the King Lutheran Church (0.9 miles)
Pleasant Grove Baptist Church (9.9 miles)

Physicians

Western Wake Pediatrics, PA (1.7 miles)
Internal Medicine and Pediatric Associates PA (1.8 miles)
Raleigh Neurology (3.6 miles)
Family Dermatology (4.9 miles)
Wake Endoscopy Center (5.3 miles)
Cary Skin Center (5.4 miles)
Rex Hematology & Oncology (5.4 miles)

Hospitals

WakeMed Cary Hospital (1.8 miles)
UNC Specialty Women's Center at Rex (5.4 miles)
Duke Raleigh Hospital (10 miles)

Cafes

Chanticleer Cafe & Bakery (1.8 miles)
Starbucks (2.2 miles)
Starbucks (2.4 miles)
Starbucks (6.8 miles)
Starbucks (7.6 miles)
Starbucks (8.2 miles)
Panera Bread (8.6 miles)

Parks

Fred G. Bond Metro Park (3 miles)
Method Road Park & Community Center (5.1 miles)
Harmony Community Pool and Playground (5.6 miles)
Carolina Pines Dog Park (6.4 miles)
Dorothea Dix Park (6.8 miles)
Brookhaven Nature Park (8 miles)
Chavis Park (8.4 miles)

Transportation

CCO Concourse (7.1 miles)
Hertz Rent A Car (7.2 miles)
National Car Rental (7.2 miles)
American Airlines (7.6 miles)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) (7.7 miles)
RDU - Terminal 2 (7.7 miles)

Theaters

AMC DINE-IN Holly Springs 9 (7.7 miles)
Cinemark Raleigh NC (8.1 miles)
Alamo Drafthouse Raleigh (9.8 miles)

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