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The cost of independent living in Bessie is about $3,615 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 423 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: 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: 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.
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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My loved on is in skilled nursing here and it is wonderful, this is the second time he has lived here. We moved him out the first time only because it was during covid and he was having to quarantine. The...
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, 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.
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
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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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Bessie, NC

The average cost of senior living in Bessie is $3,615 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, NC with an average of $2,688 per month.

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

Bessie, NC
$3,615/mo
$3,363/mo

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

Bessie, NC
$3,615/mo
U.S. national average
$4,151/mo

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

$5,063/mo
Independent Living
$3,615/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,439/mo
Studio
$4,528/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,646/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,571/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,588/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bessie over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bessie

Recent reviews for independent living in Bessie

Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.

Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC

4.8
I am glad I am here at Trinity View. They are able to provide the care that my loved one needs and I am close by to see them. The staff are very helpful to work with if I have questions or concerns. The meals are usually good. Some of the activities available are music, theater, church ...
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Bessie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bessie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bessie, 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 Bessie 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 Bessie 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
6.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.1%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Bessie 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 Bessie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.2%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
21.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bessie 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 Bessie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.3%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.1%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.2%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.3%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
15.2%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.3%
46.2%
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Belvedere Commons of Seneca, Julian Woods Retirement and The Willows of Easley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bessie, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Bessie, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Bessie, North Carolina is Belvedere Commons of Seneca. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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