On this page
Reviewed by Victoria Collier, VA-Accredited Attorney Patriot Angels has helped 10 families in Burlington access the VA benefits they've earned.
Burlington Memory Care at a Glance
Burlington Memory Care Communities We Work With
All 3 communities below are a Patriot Angels memory care partner in Burlington.
What Memory Care Costs in Burlington
Memory care in North Carolina costs about $7,113 a month (based on 2025 move-in prices); no Burlington-only figure is published. In Burlington, ask whether the memory care rate is all-inclusive or tiered by care needs. VA also checks income and assets; our guide to VA’s income and asset rules shows how memory care costs lower countable income.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina memory care | $7,113 | $3,268 |
| U.S. memory care | $6,690 | $2,845 |
| North Carolina assisted living | $6,496 | $2,651 |
Check Memory Care Aid & Attendance Eligibility in Burlington
Memory care is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Burlington veteran or surviving spouse living with dementia may qualify for up to $3,845 a month. Our Aid & Attendance application tips cover what VA looks for in a memory care claim.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
Veterans in Burlington and the Need for Memory Care
Burlington is home to about 3,312 veterans, 1,863 of them 65 or older. Across Alamance County the count is 9,482, with 4,715 age 65 or older (American Community Survey 2020–2024).
What Burlington Families Should Ask
Assisted living on the same campus
2 of the 3 Burlington partners also run assisted living, handy for a couple where only one spouse has dementia.
Secure but not confining
Ask how a Burlington community keeps residents safe without locking them in their rooms, and look for an enclosed garden or walking path.
Night-time
Sundowning makes evenings hard. Ask Burlington staff how many caregivers are on the memory care floor overnight.
Visiting
A Burlington community close to the family member who visits most usually matters more than a nicer one farther away.
Memory Care in Cities Near Burlington
Other North Carolina memory care pages within driving distance of Burlington.
Veteran Families We’ve Helped
Families looking at memory care in Burlington and across the country rate Patriot Angels 4.9 on Google (465 reviews). BBB A+ accredited. See all reviews
Burlington Memory Care Questions
Can a Burlington veteran use Aid & Attendance for memory care?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Burlington who needs supervision because of dementia can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the bill.
What does memory care cost in Burlington?
About $7,113 a month is typical across North Carolina. Ask each Burlington community for its rate sheet.
How many memory care partners are in Burlington?
3 in Burlington, plus 120 across North Carolina.
Can we apply after a move to memory care in Burlington?
Yes. Many Burlington families file after move-in, and the monthly cost can help show financial need.
Other Care Options in Burlington Besides Memory Care
Assisted living in Burlington
When a Burlington veteran needs a hand each day but not a locked unit.
In-home care in Burlington
Help at home in Burlington for a veteran who wants to stay put a while longer.
Related Patriot Angels guides
Looking for memory care beyond Burlington? See Memory Care in North Carolina or the national guide.
