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The cost of independent living in Barium Springs is about $3,480 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 72 options. Read 1254 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.
Nestled in the North Carolina foothills lies Parkwood Place, an Independent Living Community that encourages its residents to live retirement on their terms. Parkwood Place is located in a lovely wooded space in the town of Elkin. Our grounds are perfectly manicured, and residents have access to...
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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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My father was in the healthcare side; they have a very good staff and the facilities are nice, it's just not set up for someone who's trying to leave. Their lobbies and common areas are located where the...
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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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: 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
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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.
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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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[name removed] was kind, courteous, and extremely helpful in solving my problem with signing in to visit my mother. I was very unsure of how to do it and he straightened it out in seconds, I so appreciate...
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.
Designed to meet the needs of residents 55 years of age and older under a rental plan that affords a unique 'freedom and choice' approach for your service package. The Dorchester offers you the opportunity to design your own residency plan. Along with our basic rental, residents can supplement...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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.
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, 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.
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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Barium Springs, NC

The average cost of senior living in Barium Springs is $3,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Landis, NC with an average of $3,254 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barium Springs, NC vs. nearby cities

Barium Springs, NC
$3,480/mo
$3,480/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barium Springs, NC vs. the state and national average

Barium Springs, NC
$3,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,373/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barium Springs vs. other types of senior living

$5,031/mo
Independent Living
$3,480/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Barium Springs, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,933/mo
Studio
$4,612/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,339/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,948/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,417/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Barium Springs over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Barium Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Barium Springs

The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC

4.9
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.

The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC

4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Providence Meadows in Charlotte, NC

5.0
Providence meadows has been a great place for my dad and stepmother. Comfortable, clean, beautiful grounds, 3 meals a day and easy monthly rent. Their apartments have nice patios with woodsy views and very quiet. The staff have all been exceptionally helpful and personal. They get to know the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities, including Solista Charlotte by Cogir, Shads Landing, and Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville. Many residents and their families express appreciation for the personal connections made with caregivers.
Well-prepared and varied meals. Residents often praise the quality and variety of meals offered in communities such as Shads Landing, Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, and Holiday Creekside Terrace. Meals are a highlight for many, with menus that cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Secure and attentive environment. Several reviews highlight the sense of safety and care provided in communities like Holiday Forsyth Court, Greenway Square Retirement Community, and Holiday Willow Grove. Staff members are attentive to residents' needs, ensuring peace of mind for families.
Wide range of social activities. Reviews frequently mention the abundance of activities and social opportunities in communities like Holiday Forsyth Court, Holiday Crescent Heights, and Oak Park Retirement. Activities cater to various interests, encouraging engagement and interaction among residents.
Beautifully maintained living spaces. Numerous reviews emphasize the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, such as Solista Charlotte by Cogir, MerryWood on Park, and Holiday Creekside Terrace. Residents appreciate the well-maintained interiors and exterior spaces, adding to the overall appeal of their living environment.
Supportive and accessible management. Several reviews mention the helpfulness and accessibility of community managers like those at Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Providence Meadows, and Oak Park Retirement. Families appreciate the open communication and responsiveness of management teams, ensuring residents' needs are met and c ...
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Barium Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barium Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barium Springs, 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 Barium Springs 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 Barium Springs 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
9.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Barium Springs 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 Barium Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barium Springs 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 Barium Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.9%
45.8%
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Holiday Forsyth Court, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barium Springs, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 72 independent living facilities near Barium Springs, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Barium Springs, North Carolina is Solista Hickory by Cogir. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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