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The cost of independent living in Castalia is about $3,974 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options. Read 1311 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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.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
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.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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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
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.
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,...
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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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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.
The support you need, with the independence you want.Brand new Coventry House Inn of Oxford takes advantage of what the nearby community has to offer and provides a beautiful, safe, and enjoyable place for all residents to get the most out of each day. Quality retirement living has never been so...
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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.
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...
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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: 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: 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.
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: 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: 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.
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...
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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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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: 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 Castalia, NC

The average cost of senior living in Castalia is $3,974 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitakers, NC with an average of $2,855 per month.

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

Castalia, NC
$3,974/mo
$3,980/mo
$3,612/mo

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

Castalia, NC
$3,974/mo
U.S. national average
$4,094/mo

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

$4,663/mo
Independent Living
$3,974/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,750/mo
Studio
$4,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,711/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,510/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,098/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Castalia over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Castalia

Recent reviews for independent living in Castalia

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.

Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC

5.0
We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation ...
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Jordan Oaks in Cary, NC

5.0
My mother in law is very happy with the staff and amenities. She loves living there and always speaks so fondly of the staff.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the communities, with residents and staff forming close bonds. For example, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents regularly engage in social events and activities, creating a sense of camaraderie. At Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, the st ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, residents consistently praise the quality of the meals and dining experiences at their communities. At Atria Oakridge, they comment on the diverse menu and accommodating chefs, while at Verena at Bedford Falls, they appreciate the communal dining rooms and opportunity ...
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Engaging and varied activity offerings. Residents express delight in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At The Cambridge at Brier Creek, residents enjoy access to a gym, while at Whispering Pines, they participate in travel plans and day trips. The activities cater to various interests, ensuring there is so ...
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Thoughtful and responsive staff. The caring and attentive staff members are a common theme across the reviews. At Verena at Bedford Falls, the staff accommodate individual needs and preferences, and at Waltonwood Lake Boone, they maintain open lines of communication and provide support as needed.
Safety and peace of mind. Several reviews highlight the peace of mind that comes with living in a senior community. At Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, residents appreciate the security measures in place, while at Atria Cary, they find comfort knowing that onsite medical care and assistance are available when ne ...
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Accommodating and flexible living spaces. Residents enjoy the flexibility and accommodations offered by their communities. At Verena at Bedford Falls, they can choose from various apartment sizes and layouts, while at Atria Oakridge, they can opt for a screened-in balcony or sunroom. These options cater to individual needs and prefe ...
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Castalia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Castalia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Castalia, 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 Castalia 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 Castalia 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
18.2%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.3%
33.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Castalia 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 Castalia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
56.8%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
43%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Castalia 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 Castalia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.4%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.7%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.4%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.2%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.4%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.5%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.1%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
68.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
61.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.9%
46%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Bartlett Reserve and Waltonwood Lake Boone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Castalia, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Castalia, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Castalia, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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