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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Carthage, NC

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The cost of independent living in Carthage is about $4,255 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 737 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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The Carolina's get 5's across the board, we could not ask for any place that, I would move here now if I could. It is independent living but they offer three meals Monday-Friday and on Sunday's you get the...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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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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.
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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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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
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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.
Life at Scotia Village Scotia Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to stay engaged, to try new things and continue challenging yourself. The choices of activities are many, and what you choose to do is limited only by your imagination. Enjoy eating in our delectable restaurant style...
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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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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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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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, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Carthage, NC

The average cost of senior living in Carthage is $4,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,437 per month.

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

Carthage, NC
$4,255/mo
$4,080/mo

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

Carthage, NC
$4,255/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,761/mo
Independent Living
$4,255/mo

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

Studio
$4,666/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,049/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,859/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,635/mo

Senior living costs in Carthage vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carthage, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarthage, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,255/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,592/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,761/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Carthage, NC:$4,255/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Carthage, NC:$4,592/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Carthage, NC:$5,761/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Carthage, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carthage 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 Carthage, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carthage 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
Carthage, NC$4,246/mo$3,905/mo+8.7%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Carthage, NC
2024 average cost:$4,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,905/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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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 Carthage

Recent reviews for independent living in Carthage

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

4.6
The staff was super helpful and friendly. The facility is very clean. I think it would be helpful if the facility could have some sort of orientation for family members to attend.

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Affluent and friendly resident community. Numerous reviews mention the welcoming and socially active nature of residents across various communities, including Cambridge Village of Apex, Stoneridge, and Southern Pines. Residents engage in various activities, social events, and outings, fostering a light-hearted and inclusive atmosp ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Several reviews from communities like Preston Pointe, Stoneridge, and Brier Pointe Retirement Community praise the quality and variety of meals served, with some communities offering customized options for dietary restrictions and preferences.
Warm and accommodating staff. Reviews for communities like Atria Cary, Preston Pointe, and Jordan Oaks commend the kindness, approachability, and attentiveness of staff members, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and concerns are addressed.
Personalized and engaging activities. Communities like Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Stoneridge, and Bartlett Reserve offer various activities, both on-site and off-site, tailored to individual interests, fostering a sense of community and promoting socialization among residents.
Convenient and accessible locations. Several reviews highlight the ease of access to communities, such as Heritage Place, Cambridge Village of Apex, and Atria Southpoint Walk, due to their proximity to shopping centers, hospitals, and public transportation, ensuring the convenience and comfort of residents and their families. ...
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Secure and safe living spaces. Reviews across various communities, including Stoneridge, Woodland Terrace, and Jordan Oaks, emphasize the importance of safety and security within each facility, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.
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Carthage independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carthage independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carthage, 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 Carthage 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 Carthage 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
13.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.5%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Carthage 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 Carthage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carthage 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 Carthage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
43.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.6%
46.4%
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Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Atria Cary and Stoneridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carthage, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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