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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Carolina is $3,534, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Double Shoals area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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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 mom and I needed in home help after she fell and broke her shoulder. This was our first time with using an in home facility and we could not have been more pleased. We had an awesome caretaker and never...
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.
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
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, 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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Double Shoals, NC

The average cost of senior living in North Carolina is $3,534 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in North Carolina vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNorth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,520/mo0.4% above national median
Assisted Living$6,196/mo$5,830/mo6.3% above national median
Memory Care$7,410/mo$6,999/mo5.9% above national median
Independent Living
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:0.4% above national median
Assisted Living
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.3% above national median
Memory Care
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Double Shoals

Recent reviews for independent living in Double Shoals

The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC

4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff across various communities, such as Solista Hickory by Cogir, Highpoint at Fort Mill, and Greenway Square Retirement Community. Families appreciate the personalized care and attention that staff members provide to residen ...
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Varied activities for socializing. Activities are a popular feature among residents, with communities like Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, MerryWood on Park, and Holiday Willow Grove offering a range of social opportunities. Some examples include movie nights, gardening classes, and outings to local attractions, providi ...
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Homey and comfortable living spaces. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and comfort of community living spaces, such as apartments and common areas, at places like Brookdale Hendersonville East, The Dorchester South, and Chandler Place Independent Living. Residents appreciate the sense of familiarity and homeliness ...
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Healthy and delicious dining options. Meal quality is a top concern for many residents and families, with communities like Solista Charlotte by Cogir, Shads Landing, and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville receiving praise for their nutritious and delicious dining experiences. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences, en ...
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Thoughtful care and support. Numerous reviews underscore the importance of considerate care and support for residents, with examples from communities like Brookdale Hendersonville East, Providence Meadows, and Somerby Baxter Village. Families appreciate the attention and compassion shown to their loved ones, allowing ...
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Engaging and attentive management. Effective management is crucial for a positive resident experience, with communities like Holiday Willow Grove, Carolina Care Retirement Community, and Shads Landing receiving positive feedback for their responsive and dedicated management teams. Clear communication and quick problem-solvi ...
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Double Shoals independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Double Shoals independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Double Shoals, 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 Double Shoals 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 Double Shoals partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Double Shoals, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.5%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
11.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Double Shoals 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 Double Shoals communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Double Shoals, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.2%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
32.2%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Double Shoals 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 Double Shoals offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Double Shoals, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.3%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.5%
39.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.3%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Chandler Place Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Double Shoals, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 69 independent living facilities near Double Shoals, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Double Shoals, North Carolina are Trevi Vibrant Senior Living, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Chandler Place Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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