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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Afton, NC
The cost of independent living in Afton is about $3,804 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 1257 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Henderson, Oxford and Louisburg.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cost of independent living in Afton, NC
The average cost of senior living in Afton is $3,804 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,546 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Afton, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Afton, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Afton
Recent reviews for independent living in Afton
The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC
4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.
Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC
5.0
We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation ...
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Solista Durham by Cogir
4.3
[name removed] and the entire staff at Emerald Pond genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a community for their parents. My Mom likes it there.
Afton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Afton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Afton, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Afton independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Afton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
36.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Afton independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Afton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Afton independent living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Afton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.9%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.2%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.2%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
69.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
63.9%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.8%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Bartlett Reserve and Waltonwood Lake Boone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Afton, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 40 independent living facilities near Afton, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Afton, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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