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The Addison in Durham, NC

The Addison is an assisted living and memory care community in Durham, NC.

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The Addison in Durham, NC

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4713 Garrett Road, Durham, NC 27707

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

3.6 from 45 reviews
5 stars
19
4 stars
9
3 stars
6
2 stars
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1 stars
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The Addison Costs & Pricing

The Addison presents competitive pricing for its various living arrangements, particularly when compared to the broader market in Orange County and North Carolina. For instance, residents opting for a semi-private room at The Addison will find the monthly cost set at $4,850, which is slightly above Orange County's average of $4,326 but well above North Carolina's more affordable rate of $3,584. In terms of one-bedroom accommodations, The Addison's price of $6,350 stands out distinctly against both Orange County's $4,100 and North Carolina's $4,055 - indicating a premium offering alongside enhanced amenities. Meanwhile, studio units at The Addison are priced at $6,400, surpassing the lower rates of $3,956 in Orange County and $4,020 in North Carolina. Overall, while The Addison's costs reflect a higher tier of service and quality in comparison to its regional counterparts, they also highlight the investment made towards an enriched lifestyle experience for its residents.

Floor plansThe AddisonOrange CountyNorth Carolina
Semi-Private$4,850$4,326$3,584
1 Bedroom$6,350$4,100$4,055
Studio$6,400$3,956$4,020

Overall Review of The Addison

common 8 reviews mention this

Staff responsiveness stands out

Residents and families frequently describe staff as friendly, attentive, and responsive.

Across multiple reviews, people say the staff is warm, available for questions, and quick to respond when needs come up. Several families also mention the facility being clean and well kept alongside positive day-to-day interactions with caregivers and leadership. A few reviews temper this by describing communication gaps or inconsistent attentiveness, but the overall theme in the testimonials is that staff engagement matters to residents and families.

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Clean, recently updated setting

The facility’s cleanliness and upkeep are repeatedly mentioned.

Many reviewers describe the building as very clean and well maintained, with comments about it feeling newly renovated or beautifully kept. Residents and families also note private-room features such as private bathrooms and showers, plus indoor and outdoor spaces that make the environment feel more livable. A small number of reviews raise hygiene or attention concerns like old food being left in a room, which is the main counterpoint to the otherwise consistent cleanliness feedback.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Dining gets mixed feedback

Dining is a frequent point of both praise and complaints.

Several reviews say meals are good, served in a nice dining area, and that there is plenty of food. At the same time, other residents or families complain about food preferences not being a match, with one reviewer saying they didn’t like the food and another describing food problems in a resident’s room. The community offers restaurant-style dining and room service, as well as options intended for special diets, which helps explain why the experience can vary by resident needs and preferences.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Care attention and staffing vary

Some reviewers express concerns about staffing and hands-on attention.

A recurring concern in the reviews is that staffing levels can limit how much one-on-one attention residents receive, particularly in memory care. Multiple families describe falls or situations where residents didn’t get the care they expected, including help with bathing and showering. Other reviews balance this by describing residents as well taken care of and memory care staff as particularly engaged and knowledgeable, along with appreciation for safety and supervision. The community also offers nursing support and assistance with activities of daily living, but the testimonials suggest the on-the-ground experience is not uniform for every family.

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Communication can fall behind

Some families report slower communication and follow-through.

Several reviewers mention communication being a challenge, including delayed feedback, difficulty reaching clinical leadership, and insufficient updates to family members. There are also complaints about follow-through on commitments, especially when families are trying to coordinate care or move a loved one. On the other hand, other families describe clear explanations around costs and services during difficult periods, along with strong communication about keeping residents safe—so the difference appears to depend on the situation and staff interactions.

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Pricing feels high for some

Pricing is a concern for some families, even when value is praised by others.

Reviews include both cost-sensitive feedback and value-driven praise. One family compares affordability to the ability to pay at a high monthly level and another mentions a daily rate, while another says the community helped lower a base rate. Others describe strong value for the money and good outcomes, including that they felt the facility delivered what was promised. Overall, pricing is a meaningful factor in how families assess the experience.

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Features

Housing

  • 96 resident community capacity 96 resident community capacity
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • Raleigh-Durham International (12 miles away) Raleigh-Durham International (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Durham, North Carolina offers a variety of amenities and services that could be beneficial for senior living. With several physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals in close proximity, there is easy access to medical care. Additionally, there are several cafes, restaurants, and parks nearby for leisure activities and socializing. Places of worship are also available for spiritual needs. The area is well-connected with public transport options and shopping centers within a reasonable distance. Overall, this neighborhood provides a convenient and supportive environment for seniors looking to settle in Durham.

Physicians

  • North Carolina Orthopaedic Clinic (0.8 miles)
  • Chapel Hill Pediatrics & Adolescents Pa (2.5 miles)
  • Duke Primary Care Sage Road Pediatrics (2.5 miles)
  • Central Dermatology Center (3.1 miles)
  • EmergeOrtho-Southpoint (3.7 miles)
  • Duke Health Center (3.7 miles)
  • Chapel Hill Ophthalmology (3.7 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.9 miles)
  • Cocoa Cinnamon (5.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)
  • Guglhupf Bakery & Patisserie (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.9 miles)
  • Mr Tokyo Japanese Restaurant (3.1 miles)
  • Cava (3.5 miles)
  • City Barbeque And Catering (3.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Judea Reform Congregation (1.9 miles)
  • Yates Baptist Church (2.3 miles)
  • Church of Reconciliation PC USA (3.6 miles)
  • Duke University Chapel (3.7 miles)
  • New Hope Church (4.8 miles)
  • Mt Carmel Baptist Church (7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.2 miles)
  • Harris Teeter Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)

Parks

  • Cedar Falls Park (3.5 miles)
  • Piney Wood Park (3.7 miles)
  • Homestead Skate Park (5.2 miles)
  • Grandale Park (6.1 miles)
  • Northgate Park (6.2 miles)
  • Whippoorwill Park (6.9 miles)
  • Bethesda Park (7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Southpoint 17 (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Duke Hospital of Dentistry & Facial Pain (3.9 miles)
  • North Carolina Cancer Hospital (5.6 miles)
  • UNC Transplant Clinic (5.7 miles)
  • UNC Hospitals Ambulatory Care Center (6.1 miles)
  • Durham Regional Hospital (6.9 miles)

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