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The Reserve At Mills Farm

2030 Laura Duncan Rd, Apex, NC 27523

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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(800) 780-8101

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Pricing Details

In our commitment to transparency, we gathered up-to-date pricing information directly through a comprehensive interview with this community on Oct. 5, 2023. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Pricing and Cost

In independent living, our prices start at 4,400 for studios and go up to 6,450 for two-bedrooms.

In assisted living, our studios start at 6,950 up to 7,875.

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Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,960
  • Average State Price: $4,436
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Exclusive Interview Insights

    Our team personally reached out and conducted an insightful interview with this community on Oct. 5, 2023. Here's what we learned:

    Overview of The Reserve at Mills Farm

    The Reserve at Mills Farm is a senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community is relatively new, being three years old, and provides a luxurious and accommodating environment for its residents. The community includes 99 independent living apartments, 30 assisted living apartments, and 24 memory care studios within four villas, creating a unique family-style living experience for memory care residents.

    Staffing and Training

    The staff-to-resident ratio is one caregiver for every six residents in assisted living and one caregiver for every three residents in memory care. The staff undergoes rigorous training to ensure they are equipped to provide high-quality care and support to the residents.

    Safety and Security

    The Reserve at Mills Farm follows all CDC guidelines for health and safety, including during epidemics and pandemics. Regular drills for fire, weather, and other safety measures are conducted. Assisted living residents are provided with pendants to easily reach out to staff when needed.

    Resident Resources and Support

    Residents moving into the community receive support from department heads to help them acclimate. A lifestyle interest form is filled out by new residents to inform the community of their interests and preferences, which is used to tailor programs and activities.

    Transportation Services

    The community offers transportation services with wheelchair-accessible buses and vans for doctor's appointments, shopping trips, and other outings. A concierge is available to schedule transportation needs, and the staff is accommodating to residents' schedules and destinations within a reasonable radius.

    Dining Experience

    The dining room offers a full-service experience with a hostess, menu ordering, and the option for wine with dinner. A bistro is available for breakfast and lunch, offering a range of options from oatmeal to made-to-order eggs and bacon. In assisted living, meals are included in the rent, and dietary plans are overseen by a chef and dietician.

    Handling Resident Complaints

    Residents are provided with information on how to report grievances upon signing their contract. The community prefers to handle issues directly and promptly, with the concierge communicating any concerns to the relevant department head and the executive director. There are also monthly meetings with the executive director for residents to voice any concerns.

    Communication with Residents' Families

    Emergency contact information for residents' families is collected and stored in a database. The community communicates with families via email and letters for updates and important information. The executive director also holds monthly meetings with residents to maintain open lines of communication.

    Pet Policy

    The Reserve at Mills Farm is pet-friendly, allowing residents to bring their beloved pets with them to the community.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.6
    The Reserve At Mills Farm
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 90 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 3 out of 6 communities in Apex
  • Ranking in State: 265 out of 1035 communities in NC
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.5
    Navion Senior Solutions
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 48 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in North Carolina

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Many reviewers find the facility beautiful and well-decorated, especially noting festive decorations during visits.
    • The staff is frequently described as friendly, helpful, and excellent, with specific praise for remembering residents' names and making new residents feel at home quickly.
    • The food quality is consistently praised as amazing and fantastic.
    • Facilities are described as beautiful, with in-house amenities like a pharmacy and salon highlighted as convenient.
    • Visitors and family members appreciate the welcoming and professional atmosphere, and the care and warmth with which staff respond to resident requests.
    • The location and grounds are described as peaceful and beautiful, contributing to a positive overall atmosphere.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One review expresses dissatisfaction with the management, describing them as unhelpful and rude, particularly in response to safety concerns.
    • There are complaints about the professionalism within the workplace, including gossip and issues with receiving payment for work done.
    • A reviewer had a negative experience with the executive management, describing them as phony and obnoxious, and strongly advising against the facility.

    Mixed Feedback:

    • While many reviews are overwhelmingly positive about the staff and facilities, a few highlight serious concerns regarding management and safety measures.
    • The majority of feedback is positive, focusing on the quality of care, the environment, and the staff's attentiveness, but the negative aspects mentioned are significant and relate to management behavior and safety protocols.


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    Health

    Medication assistance

    Access to licensed nurses & care services as needed

    Occupational therapy

    On-site pharmacy

    Clinical services

    Dementia care


    Services

    Housekeeping

    Laundry services

    In-house maintenance services

    Utilities included

    Respite services

    Personal care services


    Activities

    Music therapy

    Art therapy

    Exercise classes

    Social activities

    Wellness programs

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Beautifully-maintained community

    Bocce ball court

    Bar

    Salon and spa

    Dog park

    Private dining room


    Room Amenities

    Spacious apartment options

    Wireless emergency response system

    Spacious baths with double vanities

    Granite countertops

    Private patio or balcony

    Washer and dryer


    Dining

    Restaurant-style dining

    Seasonal menus

    Dietary options

    Snacks available throughout day

    Continental breakfast

    Special events and theme dinners


    Transportation

    Convenient transportation services

    Transportation to professional services

    Transportation services


    Pet

    Pet-friendly environment



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Apex which is 1.7 miles away and has a population of 45,585 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $130,638, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 84
      • Low Temperature: 43
      • Average Temperature: 64.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 164 days of rain, 4 days of snow and 195 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 2.97 per 100 people which is average compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.52 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 1.31 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.42 incidents per 100 people

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    Supermarkets

    Costco
    0.3 miles away
    Harris Teeter
    0.6 miles away
    Food Lion
    1.0 miles away
    Capital Area Accessories
    1.6 miles away
    The Pantry, Inc.
    1.9 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Pine Plaza Dr at Shepherds Vineyard Dr
    0.5 miles away
    Lake Pine Plaza Park-and-Ride
    0.5 miles away
    Pine Plaza Dr at Lake Pine Dr
    0.7 miles away
    Old Raleigh Rd at Shepherds Vineyard Dr
    0.7 miles away
    Old Raleigh Rd at Sterling Silver Dr
    0.8 miles away

    Banks

    Wells Fargo
    0.6 miles away
    Fidelity Bank
    1.0 miles away
    First Bank
    2.1 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.1 miles away
    TrustAtlantic Bank
    2.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    UNC REX Healthcare
    1.1 miles away
    WakeMed Cary Hospital
    2.8 miles away
    Keystone Chiropractic
    7.4 miles away
    Duke Health Center at Southpoint
    12.2 miles away
    Duke Raleigh Hospital
    12.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    2.0 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.1 miles away
    Carolina Compounding
    2.2 miles away
    Target Pharmacy
    2.7 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.9 miles away

    Dentists

    Apex General Dentistry
    0.6 miles away
    Central Carolina Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
    0.6 miles away
    Crescent Dental
    1.0 miles away
    Better Dental
    1.4 miles away
    Alliance Dentistry
    2.0 miles away

    Parks

    Apex Community Park
    0.2 miles away
    Childrens Ninja Park
    0.4 miles away
    Fishing Access
    0.4 miles away
    Playground
    0.5 miles away
    Shepherd's Vineyard Recreation and Greenway
    0.5 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Cary Towne Center
    4.1 miles away
    Holly Springs Towne Center
    5.7 miles away
    The Royal
    8.5 miles away
    Crabtree Valley Mall
    10.4 miles away
    The Streets at Southpoint
    12.1 miles away

    Culture

    Sertoma Amphitheatre
    2.2 miles away
    Cary Arts Center
    3.5 miles away
    Amphitheater
    3.6 miles away
    The Cary Theater
    3.8 miles away
    Open Air Theater
    7.4 miles away

    Restaurants

    Ruckus Pizza, Pasta, & Spirits
    0.2 miles away
    Pei Wei Asian Eatery
    0.3 miles away
    McAlister's Deli
    0.3 miles away
    Ciudad Mexico Restaurant
    0.6 miles away
    China Chef
    0.6 miles away

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