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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Brunswick, NC
The cost of independent living in Brunswick is about $4,137 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 663 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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36 reviews
Everyone on the staff from the administrators to the cleaning crew were friendly, helpful, caring and informative. Our friends room is clean, and kept that way and beautiful. Just perfect for a single man. I...
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 independent living neighborhood offers seniors the perfect balance between independence and support, security and freedom, privacy and socialization.All-inclusive services include:•Private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with convenient kitchenettes, gracious tiled bathrooms,...
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9.7
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31 reviews
The food is pretty good as well. Fair amount of activities, trips. It's a real nice place. We picked this community from the pictures. Some places had outdated rooms, looked dreary. This place was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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9.7
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16 reviews
The staff knows all residents and all relatives that are visiting. You are always given a warm hello. The facility is a couple of years old, but actually looks brand new. There are many activities and...
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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9.7
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93 reviews
It's the best place that we know of in Myrtle Beach. The location...being in the center of Myrtle Beach is an asset. Some places for seniors are in much higher traffic areas. It's more affordable than...
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.
Terra Bella Myrtle Beach provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.One of the nation's most popular tourist draws, now you'll be able to call Myrtle Beach home all year round. Conveniently located in the town's center, you're in luck if you like mild weather, miles...
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9.6
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44 reviews
Overall, we are very happy with the facility and thankful to have the peace of mind that our mother is in a safe and caring place. My mother's primary complaint is the food quality-and I would agree with...
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.
Person Centered. Service Focused. Passion Driven. Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle is an exceptional new option for Senior Living in southeastern North Carolina. Arbor Landing offers residents Retirement Living with Assisted Services. A unique alternative for seniors, the community combines just the...
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9.2
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16 reviews
It's sooo expensive, but maybe up to par either way others. Mom loves where she lives. She's made so many friends there. We also feel that she's safe and that's more important than anything.
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.
Located on the coast of South Carolina in the heart of the North Grand Strand, River Park Senior Living is a newly-built, non-profit, conveniently located continuing care community, close to dining, shopping, entertainment and medical facilities. River Park is situated on more than 20 acres of...
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9.0
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207 reviews
We would give a 5 on all of these. My parents love the community, the staff, and the other residents. The dining staff and chef are friendly and accommodating. The chef seems to hold a "ask and you shall...
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 Woods at Holly Tree provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of the bustling town of Wilmington, you'll love coming home to a calm and friendly environment in the heart of it all. We're close to excellent shopping and first-class...
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8.8
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37 reviews
Portside was best overall place for mom in Myrtle Beach, SC. From the start the staff at Portside Grande Dunes was excellent. No complaints at all with staff or facilities at Portside I recommend Portside...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At Portside at Grande Dunes, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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8.7
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77 reviews
She is enjoying her new home, activities are always available. Transportation had been well. Food is great, her space is bigger than her last spot! Much more affordable. Thank you! It’s great and I think...
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 unique exteriors are almost as stunning as the exquisite and tasteful interiors of Solista Wilmington by Cogir. Solista Wilmington by Cogir is a community that provides residents with a low-stress environment, daily entertainment, and supportive independent living services. This pet-friendly...
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8.6
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38 reviews
Facility is clean, staff helpful and friendly, and the meals are good. My family member is very happy there. The residents are also welcoming and friendly and my family member has met many new and varied...
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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8.0
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68 reviews
Brightwater provided exceptional care for my mother while in both assisted living and nursing care. Sharon went above and beyond to help ensure my mother was in good care. The staff including [names removed]...
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
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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
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.
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.
Welcome To An Exceptional Retirement Destination!When selecting a retirement destination, one of the most important considerations is location. Brightmore of Wilmington is especially appealing to residents who appreciate the beauty,tradition and charm of one of America's oldest cities, as well as...
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 Brunswick, NC
The average cost of senior living in Brunswick is $4,137 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairmont, NC with an average of $3,433 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunswick, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunswick, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brunswick vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Brunswick
Recent reviews for independent living in Brunswick
Brightwater Assisted Living in Myrtle Beach, SC
5.0
All prominent senior living communities have well-appointed housing options with a variety of health, wellness and entertainment programs. What makes Brightwater standout are its Move Coordinator and Mentoring Program.
The Brightwater Move Coordinator works with you, your movers and ...
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Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe in Leland, NC
5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Arbor Landing at Compass Point! My parents were in crisis because my 85 y/o father broke his ankle and my mom was taking care of him. This place was a godsend, so well run, the Director, [name removed], made it so seamless to get my parents in quickly, the ...
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Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle in Shallotte, NC
5.0
Moving mom to an independent living apartment was of course very stressful. Chosing the right facility and getting buy-in from mom, who had a 3 bedroom 2 bath house by herself was sometimes tenuous. A place for mom helped to make the right facility choice. The fact that momcould take her ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Beautiful and well-maintained grounds. Reviews consistently mention the attractive outdoor spaces at various communities, such as gardens, walking trails, and ponds. At Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, for example, families appreciate the cleanliness and peaceful surroundings, while at The Woods at Holly Tree, residents enjoy the sce ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the compassionate and dedicated nature of staff members. At Arbor Landing at Surfside, residents express their liking for the entire staff, and at Solista Wilmington by Cogir, the friendly demeanor of staff helped make the transition to the community ea ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate different interests. Activities are another key feature mentioned in many reviews, with families praising the diverse offerings at communities like Indigo at Carolina Forest, where residents participate in activities ranging from yoga to writing classes, and at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, where regular outings to m ...
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Personalized care for residents. Residents and their families often report feeling cared for and attended to, such as at New Haven at Little River, where staff worked with families to address concerns and ensure their loved ones' needs were being met. At The Woods at Holly Tree, on-site physical therapy services were also a ...
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Welcoming and warm atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and inviting atmosphere at communities, with families describing the community as a 'home away from home' for their loved ones. At Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, the staff made an effort to make new residents feel welcome, while at Arbor Landing at Compass P ...
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Accommodating staff and flexible options. Families often mention the accommodating nature of staff at various communities, such as at The Woods at Holly Tree, where the community did not require a long-term contract and allowed pets, and at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, where they could choose to opt out of dining services to save money. ...
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Brunswick independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brunswick independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brunswick, 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 Brunswick 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 Brunswick 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
5.9%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Brunswick 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 Brunswick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brunswick 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 Brunswick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.6%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arbor Landing at Surfside, Indigo at Carolina Forest and Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brunswick, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 17 independent living facilities near Brunswick, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brunswick, North Carolina are Arbor Landing at Surfside and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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