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Aging-in-Place Services in Durham, NC

37,615 seniors in Durham deserve to stay home safely. Find certified contractors for every senior living need - from grab bars to dementia remodels.

37,615 seniors over 65 (Census ACS) Southeast region Temperate climate

Services Available in Durham

Explore all senior living services available in Durham, North Carolina.

37,615 Seniors over 65 in Durham (Census ACS)
13.0% Of population over 65
1980 Median home built year
$7,500 Monthly nursing home cost in NC
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Durham homes built before 1990 were not designed for aging in place. With a median home year of 1980, most Durham homes lack grab bars, accessible bathrooms, and safe entryways. The CDC reports 1 in 4 adults over 65 falls each year - and 3 million fall-related injuries are treated in emergency rooms annually. Don't wait for the fall.

Financial Assistance for North Carolina Seniors

  • Medicaid Waiver: North Carolina Community Alternatives Program - covers home modifications for qualifying seniors
  • State Grant Program: NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency HOME Program
  • VA Benefits: Winston-Salem VA Regional Office - eligible veterans may receive full coverage
  • Area Agency on Aging: North Carolina Division of Aging and Adult Services

Free: Fall Risk Home Audit Checklist

Walk through every room in your Durham home and identify fall hazards before they cause an $18,658 hospital stay (NCOA).

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Senior population: 65+ estimates from the US Census ACS 5-year data, 2019-2023.