Avendelle at Lazy River sits in a quiet, upscale neighborhood on Lazy River Drive in Raleigh, close to New Hope Road and New Bern Avenue, with wide sidewalks, shopping, and restaurants nearby, so families and visitors don't have a hard time finding it or getting there. The home is easy to reach from I-440 and I-540, and the setting stays peaceful and home-like, full of sunlight in its spacious rooms and large showers, and there's a fenced-in back patio where residents can relax in the evening or enjoy a coffee on the balcony. The facility focuses on assisted living, memory care, independent living, and even home care services, with a "We make a Difference in your lives" care program and staff who provide daily attention and support for comfort and security.
Residents receive 24-hour personalized care, including help with bathing, dressing, medication management, and meal preparation, all by caregivers who seem to know how to give that extra bit of one-on-one attention in a small, single-family-style home. There are visiting physicians from Doctors Making Housecalls, and visits from a hairdresser as well, so medical and grooming needs aren't a worry. The home offers private and semiprivate bedrooms, cable TV and telephones in every room, Wi-Fi, and an emergency alert system for quick help if needed. The exit doors have alarm systems for safety, and the building is equipped with fire sprinklers, an emergency backup generator, and fire alarms for extra peace of mind.
Meals are made with the help of chefs and planners, served three times a day, and snacks are always available; special diets and food preferences get attention without fuss, so everyone can eat well. Housekeeping covers laundry and regular bedroom cleaning, and there's always help around daily chores to keep things easy. Residents can join social, recreational, and educational activities that happen often, and the staff encourages family visits, staying in touch, and being part of residents' lives. There's even concierge service, plus assistance with things like pharmacy delivery, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and hospice care when needed.
The home is handicap accessible, making it easier for anyone with mobility concerns, and the setting is meant for comfort, with sunlit, roomy spaces, and wide sidewalks outside for stretching your legs. Pricing stays all-inclusive with no surprise fees, so costs are clear from the start. Avendelle at Lazy River is state-licensed under FCL-092-295, and it's got a 5.0 rating based on two reviews; they offer tours if you'd like to get a sense of the place, meet the staff, and see how things work day-to-day. The people there focus on strong care, safety, and giving every resident a sense of belonging and dignity in a quiet, welcoming environment.
