Expert Senior Care Guidance You Can Trust
Welcome to CarePatrol of Wake County — your local expert in senior care solutions. We help families in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary, and Apex find the right independent living, assisted living, memory care, in-home care, and family care home options.
With personalized guidance and a deep understanding of the senior care landscape in Wake County, NC, we're here to ensure your loved one receives the quality care they deserve.
Always free for families • Secure & Confidential
We Know How Hard This Can Be
When a loved one needs care, every decision feels enormous. You're not alone — and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.
Lost in Options
Assisted living, memory care, in-home care — the choices are overwhelming. We narrow them down to what truly fits.
Worried About Costs
Senior care costs are rising fast. We help you understand pricing and explore options that work within your budget.
Running Out of Time
Whether it's a sudden health event or a gradual decline, we move quickly to find the right care before it's too late.
We Are Your Trusted Guide
Services vary by community. With CarePatrol on your side, you'll know your needs will be met.
Assisted Living
Assisted living is a residential care community that offers assistance with daily activities for people who are able to get around independently. Every community offers different levels of support, so it's important to understand the level of care your loved one needs now as well as what health conditions may need further assistance in the future.
Memory Care
An Alzheimer's & dementia memory care community is for people with middle to late stage memory conditions. Often located within larger assisted living facilities or in smaller residential settings, memory care facilities offer special needs and dementia care with additional safety features and clearly designated walking paths.
Independent Living
An independent living community for seniors is there for those who need more socialization than living alone at home. They don't require regular medical services, but they may need a little help around the house — a maintenance-free lifestyle with access to amenities.
Nursing Homes
A nursing home is a care setting for individuals who need ongoing, 24/7 medical care and full assistance, typically due to chronic illness or high-level physical dependence. These facilities provide skilled nursing services from physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists, and are often covered by Medicare and Medicaid.
In-Home Care
There are two types of home services: in-home care includes non-clinical services with professional caregivers, and home health care provides clinical or skilled care by licensed nurses and therapists. Discovering the difference gives a clear path to understanding which services best meet your needs.
Respite Care
Respite care offers short-term stays in a senior living community, giving family caregivers a temporary break while loved ones receive professional support. Stays can range from a few days to several weeks and typically include help with daily activities, medication management, meals, and social engagement.
Your Journey to the Right Senior Living
The CarePatrol 7-Step Hand-Held Process
We don't just point you in a direction — we walk with you every step of the way. Here's how our proven process works.
Comparing Senior Care Costs
What's the difference? Don't worry — CarePatrol senior care advisory services are available at no cost to you.
Did you know that 7 out of 10 people will require long-term care during their lifetime? When a loved one is in need of senior care services, or if this becomes a decision you need to consider for yourself, it's a major choice to make.
Senior care costs have risen considerably in recent years and continue to climb. See our detailed North Carolina long-term care costs breakdown to compare assisted living, memory care, and nursing home pricing. Many people don't consider the different ways to pay for care — including long-term care insurance, VA Aid & Attendance, and NC Medicaid Community Alternatives. CarePatrol makes the adjustment easier by helping you explore solutions that fit your needs and price range.
For more guidance tailored specifically to you, please reach out to your local senior care advisors at (919) 200-4421.
Better Together
Local expertise from CarePatrol combined with personalized care planning from LTCareNav — so nothing falls through the cracks.
Local Senior Care Advisory
CarePatrol's Certified Senior Care Advisors personally guide you through every care option in your area — at no cost to you.
Personalized Care Cost Projections
LTCareNav delivers free, personalized long-term care plans with detailed cost projections and financial planning tools — so you understand the true picture before making decisions.
A Plan That Protects Your Family
CarePatrol helps you find the right care for your loved one. LTCareNav helps you understand the true costs and create a plan that protects everyone involved — together, nothing falls through the cracks.
Meet the Team
Your local senior care team, dedicated to helping families across Wake County find the right care.
Brad Roland
Owner, CarePatrol of Wake County
"Brad established CarePatrol of Wake County in 2017 and has helped more than 800 families find the right care."
Cas Edmunds
Director of Community and Family Relations
"CarePatrol's first employee since 2018, Cas brings problem-solving expertise from a corporate HR background."
Sara Kathryn Edmunds
Director of Operations
"A UNC Chapel Hill grad whose background in family support translates beautifully to guiding seniors and their loved ones."
Allison Bailey
Touring and Marketing Specialist
"A former Activities Director, Allison accompanies clients on community tours and helps families feel at ease."
Certified Senior Advisors on StaffTestimonials from Our Verified Customers
Real stories from families CarePatrol of Wake County has helped through their senior care journey.
"Brad and his staff were a tremendous help to me. They were very knowledgeable of the care facilities in this area. Without them, I would not have known about the place that my wife is now living in. Care Patrol provides a great service and I thank them for their assistance."
— G.J.
"He knew exactly what my mom needed, got me appointments to see the two assisted living facilities quickly, and was able to secure me a room at both places that same day. This was such a lifesaver during a very difficult time where I already had so much on my plate and I cannot recommend it enough!"
— J.S.
"Brad Roland was very knowledgeable, helpful, understanding, and supportive. He was an excellent resource at a very difficult time. His expertise and connections made the process much easier than I anticipated. He is a very caring person."
— A.M.
Your path to care planning and financial security.
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Let CarePatrol of Wake County and LTCareNav Guide Your Family
In a moment, life changes. Speak with our Local Senior Care Advisors to get started, or take our free 60-second care snapshot to see where you stand.
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Senior Care Advisor Serving Wake County, NC
Brad Roland is the owner of CarePatrol of Wake County, serving families in Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary, Apex, and throughout Wake County, NC. CarePatrol of Wake County provides free senior care advisory services for assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing homes, in-home care, and respite care.
CarePatrol of Wake County has helped over 800 families since 2017. Brad and his team of Senior Care Consultants work with each family to provide personalized service and care. They partner with LTCareNav to provide personalized care cost projections and long-term care planning tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does CarePatrol cost? CarePatrol services are completely free for families. CarePatrol is compensated by the communities in our network.
What areas does CarePatrol of Wake County serve? Raleigh, Wake Forest, Cary, Apex, and throughout Wake County, NC.
Who is Brad Roland? Brad Roland is the owner of CarePatrol of Wake County, helping families since 2017 with over 800 families served.
What types of senior care does CarePatrol help with? Assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing homes, in-home care, and respite care.
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