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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cooleemee, NC

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The cost of independent living in Cooleemee is about $3,565 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 1371 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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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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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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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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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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 Village on Morehead has ushered in sophisticated retirement living in the Queen City. Surrounded by the heritage neighborhoods of Eastover, Myers Park and Dilworth – its impeccable finishes, Aspenwood service detail, dining and resort-style amenities make it the premier address. Impressive,...
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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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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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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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My father was in the healthcare side; they have a very good staff and the facilities are nice, it's just not set up for someone who's trying to leave. Their lobbies and common areas are located where the...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Cooleemee, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cooleemee is $3,565 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Landis, NC with an average of $3,235 per month.

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

Cooleemee, NC
$3,565/mo
$3,474/mo

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

Cooleemee, NC
$3,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,151/mo

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

$5,132/mo
Independent Living
$3,565/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,662/mo
Studio
$4,828/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,304/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,149/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,300/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cooleemee over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cooleemee

Recent reviews for independent living in Cooleemee

Heritage Greens in Greensboro, NC

5.0
I would give heritage a 5 on all counts. Lots of activities and mom said the food was delicious. One especially nice feature was the small cafe in the lower level that is open for alternative meal choices if you don't care for the dining hall choices or want to eat at a different time of day ...
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MerryWood on Park in Charlotte, NC

4.5
The residents and staff are generally very friendly. The food is good. The housekeeping staff is poorly trained and managed. The dining room staff are good and very helpful to residents. The chef won 2nd place for his entrée in the "Chef Wars" against 5 other facilities. The smaller size means ...
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Gardens of Statesville

4.8
Most of the employees care for the residents and try to provide the best service to them. My loved one didn't care for the food as they missed seasoning of home cooked meals. Some of the activities available were bingo, readings, arts and crafts, exercises, and more for the residents to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across different communities. For example, at Holiday Forsyth Court, the staff is described as 'friendly and caring', and at Carolina Estates, residents and families appreciate the 'kind and understanding' approach of th ...
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Variety of activities offered. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities provided by their communities. At Holiday Crescent Heights, residents participate in 'daily activities' and 'craft ideas', and at Holiday Forsyth Court, the facilities offer regular 'movie nights' and 'outings'. The community at Carolina ...
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Clean and well-maintained spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Holiday Forsyth Court, the apartments are described as 'nicely kept', and at Holiday Willow Grove, the 'cleanliness and design' of the community are highlighted. The facilities at Holi ...
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Affordable pricing. Price is a significant consideration for many residents and their families when choosing a senior living community. At Brookdale Charlotte East, the 'price was the main reason' for selecting the facility, and at Holiday Willow Grove, the community is considered a 'good value for the money'. ...
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Properly maintained health care facilities. Health care needs are a priority for seniors, and many reviews mention the importance of having access to well-maintained health care facilities within their communities. At Harmony at Brookberry Farm, a resident fell and waited for help despite pressing the life alert button, highlighting the ...
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Individually catered meals. Personal preferences and dietary needs are important considerations when it comes to meals in senior living communities. At Arbor Ridge at Huntersville, the food is 'great' and 'better than expected', and at Holiday Crescent Heights, the staff 'accommodates individual preferences'. The resid ...
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Cooleemee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cooleemee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cooleemee, 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 Cooleemee 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 Cooleemee 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
9.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
30.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.1%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
9.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Cooleemee 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 Cooleemee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cooleemee 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 Cooleemee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.1%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.6%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.1%
37.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
41.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.5%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.5%
46.2%
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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Holiday Forsyth Court and Arbor Ridge at Kernersville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cooleemee, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 66 independent living facilities near Cooleemee, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Cooleemee, North Carolina are Holiday Forsyth Court, Holiday Creekside Terrace and Holiday Crescent Heights. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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