Retirement
Chapel Hill and Carrboro have many benefits and opportunities for retirees. From the cultural, educational, recreational and medical facilities, to the mild climate and atmosphere, the area is becoming one of the most sought after locations for retirement. Just recently, Carrboro was ranked one of the top 5 places to retire by U.S. News and World Reports.
Chapel Hill-Carrboro offers a variety of retirement communities, from full assisted care, to in home care, to independent living, so that you can make yourself at home here in this beautiful and thriving town.
Older adults get involved in the local Senior Centers, or spend their time volunteering. Volunteer activities are abundant for those who desire to share their time and talents with others. The YMCA, Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), NC Botanical Gardens, UNC Hospitals, and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) are only a few ways for people to become involved. For those interested in recreational or social activities, there are three public golf courses, one private country club, and two lakes in close proximity.
The area also offers top-rated medical centers at UNC Hospitals and at nearby Duke Medical Center in Durham. Finally, for getting around town, the Chapel Hill Transit offers safe, clean buses, with frequent and convenient stops at many apartment buildings, shopping malls, the UNC campus, and even areas in Durham. Chapel Hill and Carrboro have many benefits and opportunities for retirees.
- Home Health Agency
- Assisted Living Nursing Centers
- Nursing Centers
- Adult Day Services
- Hospitals
- Education
- Schools & Colleges
The Chamber also offers a number of publications useful for people relocating to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area. Consult the Chamber Store for a list of available publications.
Phone Numbers
| Chapel Hill Senior Center | 968-2070 |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program | 968-2054 |
| Orange County Senior Games | 968-2784 |
| UNC Hospitals | 966-4131 |