Download Resource Lists
The following lists of Wake County Resources are available in either Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format and may be downloaded by clicking on the link and then saving the document on your home computer.
If you don't already have it on your computer, you can download Adobe Acrobat Reader, which will enable you to access many useful documents available on the web.
- Home Care Agencies
Describes different levels of home care, and lists agencies that accept Medicare, Medicaid, and that provide private duty services.- PDF version
- Word version
- Guide to Choosing a Home Care Agency: Questions to ask when selecting a home care agency. (PDF)
- Companion Plus Registry
Provides names and contact information for companions who have been through Resources for Seniors' companion training. Also gives tips for hiring a companion, questions to ask, etc.- Adult Day Care
Lists Adult Day programs in Wake County. These day-time care programs may be an alternative to having one-on-one care in the home, and may be much less costly.- Facility-based Respite Options
Lists nursing homes and assisted living/rest homes which may be open to short-term stays (e.g. 2 days to 2 weeks) for clients whose caregivers need a break or have to go out of town.- Long Term Care Facilities
Describes different types of long term care, discusses who pays for long term care, and lists nursing homes, assisted living/rest homes, and family care homes in Wake County. Also provides information and contacts for evaluating the quality of a facility.- PDF version
- Word version
- Guide to Choosing a Long Term Care Facility: A detailed checklist of things to look for when evaluating a long term care facility such as a nursing home or assisted living. (PDF)
- Wake County Adult Care Home (Assisted Living) information, including complaints and corrective actions.
- North Carolina Star Rating System for Adult Care Homes
- Wake County Nursing Home information, including Community Advisory Committee reports.
- Subsidized and Affordable Senior Housing
Lists apartment complexes which are limited to seniors and disabled adults, and which provide affordable rent or rent based on income.- Retirement communities
Lists independent living retirement communities, and continuing care retirement communities. Strictly private pay, no public assistance available.- Caregiver Support Groups
Lists support groups for caregivers, Alzheimer's, etc.- Other Helpful Documents
- Assessing the Needs of an Older Adult: Things to look for if you are becoming concerned about an older adult's ability to function independently. (PDF)
- Moving a Parent to North Carolina: Questions to ask when considering a parent's move to NC from out of state. (PDF)