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The cost of independent living in Cunningham is about $3,797 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 522 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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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
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.
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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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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: 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Cunningham, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cunningham is $3,797 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,563 per month.

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

Cunningham, NC
$3,797/mo
$3,695/mo
$4,244/mo

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

Cunningham, NC
$3,797/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

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

$5,547/mo
Independent Living
$3,797/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,300/mo
Studio
$4,912/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,053/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,130/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,135/mo

Senior living costs in Cunningham vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cunningham, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCunningham, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,797/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,630/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,547/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Cunningham, NC:$3,797/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Cunningham, NC:$4,630/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Cunningham, NC:$5,547/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Cunningham, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cunningham 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cunningham, NC$3,450/mo$3,607/mo-4.3%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Cunningham, NC
2024 average cost:$3,450/mo
2023 average cost:$3,607/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
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 Cunningham

Recent reviews for independent living in Cunningham

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC

5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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Abbotswood at Stonehenge in Raleigh, NC

4.8
We visited 11 places in the Raleigh area before deciding on Abbotswood for our Mom. The staff made all the difference and our Mom felt like it was "home". The love and compassion and care from the staff helped us walk through years of Mom's health problems and Covid anxiety. The size of the ...
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Abbotswood At Irving Park in Greensboro, NC

4.9
Abbotswood at Irving Park has been amazing. The location is very close to the hospitals and grocery stores and doctors offices. All of the staff have been so friendly and you get a great feeling when you walk in. I do think they could provide some more activities for the residents. The meals are ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and kind staff and community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and kind demeanor of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday Durham Regent and Emerald Pond. Residents and their families express appreciation for the warm and welcoming environment, where residents feel like family members.
Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities are a highlight for many residents, with various options available at communities like Cambridge at Brier Creek and Bartlett Reserve. Residents enjoy participating in book clubs, card games, and other social events, making new friends and staying active.
Reasonable cost and value for the price. Reviews frequently mention the affordability of communities like Cedar Ridge and Holiday Emerald Pond compared to other options. Despite the reasonable cost, residents are pleased with the quality of the facilities, food, and services provided.
Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas, apartments, and grounds at communities such as Cambridge at Brier Creek and Bartlett Reserve. Residents enjoy living in clean, well-appointed spaces.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Reviews for facilities like Holiday Durham Regent and The Cambridge at Brier Creek mention the quality and variety of meals served, with residents looking forward to their daily dining experiences.
Independent living with on-site support. Communities like Bartlett Reserve and Whitmore offer independent living with the added benefit of on-site support services. Residents can live comfortably in their own apartments while having access to health care professionals, therapy, and other resources as needed
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Cunningham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cunningham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cunningham, 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 Cunningham 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 Cunningham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cunningham, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
6.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Cunningham 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 Cunningham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cunningham 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 Cunningham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cunningham, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
46.4%
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