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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Ashford, NC

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The cost of independent living in Ashford is about $3,273 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 645 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.

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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.
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: 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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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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.
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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Ashford, NC

The average cost of senior living in Ashford is $3,273 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,475 per month.

Independent living costs in Ashford, NC, vs. nearby cities

Ashford, NC
$3,273/mo
$2,917/mo

Independent living costs in Ashford, NC, vs. state and national averages

Ashford, NC
$3,273/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Ashford, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,174/mo
Independent Living
$3,273/mo

Independent living costs in Ashford, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,205/mo
Studio
$4,389/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,991/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,864/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,978/mo

Senior living costs in Ashford vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ashford, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshford, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,273/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$3,412/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,174/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Ashford, NC:$3,273/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Ashford, NC:$3,412/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Ashford, NC:$5,174/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Ashford, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ashford and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Ashford, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ashford have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ashford, NC$3,752/mo$3,546/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ashford, NC
2024 average cost:$3,752/mo
2023 average cost:$3,546/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ashford

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashford

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the staff in several communities, such as LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, where residents and their families express appreciation for the welcoming atmosphere. The staff at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain are described as being confident a ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at their communities, with Harmony at Reynolds Mountain being a standout for its focus on residents' interests and needs. Activities include Sunday night pizza parties, book club discussions, meditation sessions, Bible studies, and more.
Affordable housing options. Some communities, like Heritage Hills Senior Living, offer affordable housing with the option for residents to have their own houses instead of apartment-style living. These options provide a 'hotel' feel and are appreciated by families looking for a more cost-effective solution for their love ...
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Accessible health care services. Communities such as Solista Hickory by Cogir and Solista Hickory by Cogir have excellent health care services, which is a major factor for families choosing these facilities for their loved ones. Having health care available on-site or nearby provides peace of mind and ensures that residents ...
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Lovely and well-maintained grounds. The grounds at communities like Heritage Hills Senior Living are described as beautifully maintained, with lovely staff and gardens that contribute to a peaceful and enjoyable living experience for residents. The outdoor areas are a source of pride for the communities and are appreciated by re ...
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Dedicated and professional staff. Communities like Bella Vista boast dedicated and professional staff who are confident and easy to work with. Families mention the importance of having competent and caring staff members who can help their loved ones navigate the transition to senior living and provide ongoing support.
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Ashford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashford, 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 Ashford 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 Ashford 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
5.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
8.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashford 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 Ashford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashford 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 Ashford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Julian Woods Retirement, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Solista Hickory by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashford, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Ashford, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Ashford, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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