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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Brake, NC
The cost of independent living in Brake is about $3,243 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 21 options. Read 356 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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9.9
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108 reviews
In our search for a forever home for my client, [name removed], she was very specific at what she was looking for. She wanted to be able to have access to everything she needed, to facilitate her medical...
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.
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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9.7
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66 reviews
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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9.7
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29 reviews
The maintenance is very good and all of the staff are helpful. They could improve on the food by offering a salad bar and having more variety on their menu. They could improve on activities by trying to...
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.
Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...
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9.6
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74 reviews
What we like the most about Brookdale North Raleigh are the friendships our loved one is making, not eating alone, and the activities. Also having OT and PT on-site when she needs it. Based on the experience...
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.
Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...
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9.0
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18 reviews
Really like the two meals a day plan. They are very friendly residents at meals. Asked to sit with different tables at first meals here. Made lot of friends. Very few activities of interest..Treeo is now...
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.
The Willows at Raleigh offers high-quality independent living and access to assisted living services through licensed providers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Located in the heart of the South, our community exudes southern hospitality, capturing the warmth and friendliness of our city.
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9 reviews
They are all a 5. My dad loves it. He is doing great. He couldn't be happier right now. It is very clean, he loves all the staff and they love him. He loves the food which is major. I can't think of one...
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.
Parkwood Village and The Landing is where luxury and small town charm meet. It is located in the heart of Wilson, North Carolina. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, Parkwood Village and The Landing provide you with the lifestyle you want and a place...
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32 reviews
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income....
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.
The Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...
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My father is in the Coventry House Inn in Henderson, NC. Neither he nor my family could be happier. The staff made the transition very easy for him and they're spoiling him rotten!
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.
The support you need, with the independence you want.Coventry House Inn of Henderson is beautifully appointed, perfectly located, and moderately priced. Right next to Maria Parham, the area's premier hospital, as well as doctor’s offices and shopping centers, Coventry House Inn sits at the...
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I like living at The Fountains at The Albemarle. The residents and staff are very friendly and helpful. The apartment is very nice, a good size, plenty of storage area. They provide a wide range of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to a quaint little community of friends and neighbors tucked neatly at the edge of one of the loveliest of America's historic towns. Tarboro, North Carolina, settled centuries ago, hasn't lost a bit of its original charm. Main Street, with its village shops, town square and stately homes,...
8.0
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5 reviews
Change is HARD!! It was difficult leaving our lovely home after 46 years. In short — it was the best decision we ever made and we could not be happier! Life simply does not get any easier as the years go...
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: 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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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.
Autumn Summers is a 55+ leisure living community with a mission to engage, enrich, and nurture the health and spirits of the active seniors in our care.Our essence in précis is to establish private retirement villages providing an integrated network of concierge, security and well-being services...
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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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
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Brake, NC
The average cost of senior living in Brake is $3,243 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Princeville, NC with an average of $2,007 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brake, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brake, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Brake
Recent reviews for independent living in Brake
Cypress Glen in Greenville, NC
5.0
I'd like to thank the Cypress Glen Community (staff and residents) who have made my mother's first year there so special! Relocating to her new home in Greenville (especially during a pandemic) one year ago went very well. Our family (including Mom) have been pleased with the care she's received ...
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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.
Parkwood Village in Wilson, NC
4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews for Holiday Gardens at Wakefield mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff, with some residents and family members forming lasting friendships with community caregivers.
Variety of activities and outings. Residents at Verena at Bedford Falls enjoy a wide range of activities and off-site excursions, including gardening classes, museum visits, and weekly bingo games.
Fresh, nutritious meals. Reviews for Holiday Gardens at Wakefield highlight the high quality and variety of meals provided, with many residents looking forward to mealtimes and accommodations made for dietary restrictions.
Beautifully maintained living spaces and grounds. Several residents of Atria Oakridge praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the interior and exterior spaces, including private rooms, communal areas, and walking trails.
Engaging social atmosphere. At The Willows at Raleigh, residents have opportunities to engage with one another through activities, group outings, and regular social events, creating a strong sense of community.
Caring and responsive management. Several families express appreciation for the attentiveness and care of the management teams at Holiday Gardens at Wakefield and Atria Oakridge, with frequent communication and support provided.
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Brake independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brake, 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 Brake 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 Brake 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
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Brake 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 Brake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brake 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 Brake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.6%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Verena at Bedford Falls and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brake, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 21 independent living facilities near Brake, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brake, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Verena at Bedford Falls and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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