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Photo of Julian Woods Retirement
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9.8
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21 reviews
9.8
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21 reviews
5 star
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I moved in her with my wife after reviewing several other facilities. Very happy with the support provided, when needed. My wife died recently, and I made the decision that staying here was preferable to...
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.
Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...
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9.2
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35 reviews
9.2
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35 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
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3 star
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Every one is so nice from staff to residents. When we saw the place we were in love and knew it was the right place for us. They don't have meals or a lot of activities but that's fine with us. Grounds and...
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.
Mountain Brook Village is a charming independent senior living community settled on 14 acres along the Little Pigeon River in Sevierville, Tennessee. We are a family-owned business of 20 years with helpful, friendly staff who live on site. We aim to offer an affordable and comfortable retirement...
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55 Floor plans available
9.1
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23 reviews
9.1
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23 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Trinity View was excellent for my mom. They gave her community and helped back to such a stable state that we were able to bring her home with us. The staff is incredible and so friendly. I would definitely...
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.
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2121 Floor plans available
9.0
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63 reviews
9.0
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63 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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Harmony at Reynolds Mountain is very friendly. You feel at home the minute you walk in. Everything looked clean and well-kept. It looked like they had plenty of activities. You find anything you would like...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Reynolds MountainIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Asheville, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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8.9
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128 reviews
8.9
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128 reviews
5 star
38%
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3 star
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2 star
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Management and nurses are great. Other Staff are good. Food is actually being revamped. Plenty of activities. Room size is decent. One stand out. [name removed] was great.
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.
Deane Hill Place is a pet friendly Senior Living community just minutes from downtown Knoxville off of I-40, where maintaining your independence is easy with shopping, dining and entertainment at your doorstep. We offer a range of living options from Supervised Independent Living, to Assisted...
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8.8
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7 reviews
8.8
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
43%
3 star
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2 star
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Close to where I live and work and the price was within my mother's budget. The facility is clean and well kept. The staff is friendly and accommodating. My mom is happy there!
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.
This newly renovated senior living community offers Independent and Assisted Living options within 6 spaciously designed Villas for apartment-style living. At South Knoxville Senior Living, we redefine senior living. Our apartment-style Villas liberate residents from the burdens and expenses of...
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2121 Floor plans available
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8.3
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112 reviews
8.3
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112 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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I guess the main complaint from my mother in law (and rumor amongst the residents) would be the quality of the food. I can only say "rumor" since I never personally ate there. Staff was always pleasant and...
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.
Echo Ridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the scenic beauty of Knoxville's countryside, Echo Ridge offers quality, beauty and convenience in the heart of it all. We're very close to two major shopping destinations dining and first-class...
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7.5
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48 reviews
7.5
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48 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
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3 star
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The staff is fantastic, what there is of it. There seems to be a shortage. The management team is wonderful and everyone there is always doing a great job, but there are not enough people to do the work...
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.
We believe that Bella Vista Independent Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Bella Vista Independent Living, our management teams...
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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.
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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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on twenty three acres of natural beauty, Chestnut Hill of Highlands offers a truly unique retirement community.  Surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas, Chestnut Hill offers independent cottage living, independent lodge apartments, and beautiful assisted living suites expressly...
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5 star
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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...
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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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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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
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.
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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.
If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...
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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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.
If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...
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.
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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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.
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What I like about Renaissance Terrace is it's relatively small, so the residents get a lot of individualized attention. It's also a non-profit, so they're driven by their mission statement as opposed to a...
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Ela, NC

The average cost of senior living in Ela is $3,204 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, NC with an average of $2,688 per month.

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

Ela, NC
$3,204/mo
$3,294/mo

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

Ela, NC
$3,204/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

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

$5,095/mo
Independent Living
$3,204/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,525/mo
Studio
$4,295/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,944/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,517/mo

Senior living costs in Ela 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: Ela, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEla, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,204/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,285/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,095/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Ela, NC:$3,204/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Ela, NC:$3,285/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Ela, NC:$5,095/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Ela, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ela 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
Ela, NC$4,580/mo$4,426/mo+3.5%
North Carolina$3,570/mo$3,402/mo+4.9%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Ela, NC
2024 average cost:$4,580/mo
2023 average cost:$4,426/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,570/mo
2023 average cost:$3,402/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ela

Recent reviews for independent living in Ela

Knoxville High Independent Living

4.7
The place is very clean, and very very beautiful. Everybody here is very nice. Once person after another takes care of each other. The people are very caring and make newcomers feel welcome. It's a great place to live. They have security guards, which makes me feel very safe. We have ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Bella Vista in Asheville, NC

4.3
I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for the residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Supportive and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday Echo Ridge, where they go above and beyond to take care of residents and keep families informed. One resident's family was pleased with the staff's efforts to make their loved one's tran ...
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A variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain praise the array of activities offered, which include classes, discussions, and outings, allowing seniors to engage with one another and stay active. Harmony's active and vibrant social scene helps residents feel connected and involved.
Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews at Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and Holiday Echo Ridge mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, making the living environment more enjoyable for residents. Regular maintenance and renovations ensure that facilities remain in top condition.
Individually catered meals and dining experiences. At Holiday Echo Ridge, residents express satisfaction with the quality of the meals and the accommodations made for dietary restrictions. Customized meal plans and excellent dining experiences contribute to residents' overall well-being.
Friendly and nice community atmosphere. The welcoming atmosphere at Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and Bella Vista makes residents and their families feel at ease. Residents enjoy interacting with each other and the friendly staff, creating a warm and inclusive environment.
Caring and compassionate care for health concerns. Families at Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and Holiday Echo Ridge appreciate the sensitive and determined care provided by the staff, ensuring their loved ones receive the care they need to manage health concerns. The community's focus on residents' well-being is evident in their dedic ...
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Ela independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ela independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ela, 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 Ela 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 Ela 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
18.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ela 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 Ela communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ela 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 Ela offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
46.4%
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Julian Woods Retirement, Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and Trinity View Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ela, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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