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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Elkin, NC
The cost of independent living in Elkin is about $3,527 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 545 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, 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.
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.
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
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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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Cost of independent living in Elkin, NC
The average cost of senior living in Elkin is $3,527 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sparta, NC with an average of $2,768 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elkin, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Elkin, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Elkin
Recent reviews for independent living in Elkin
Oak Park Retirement in Salisbury, NC
4.8
The Oak Park Retirement community is a tremendous facility! The staff members that work there as well as the therapists are absolutely incredible. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families!
Ridgecrest in Mount Airy, NC
5.0
I have lived in Independent Living at Ridgecrest almost 2 1/2 years. The person who has influenced my life since she moved here is [name removed] in Wellness. Her exercise class starts at 10 am Monday through Friday. Now I'm not a morning person but she has changed my life style. I don't ...
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Arbor Ridge at Kernersville
4.9
The staff is very personable, polite, and helpful. The main areas are always kept very clean and tidy. The staff will communicate with family when needed and has always called to notify me of emergencies with our loved one. I would most definitely recommend this facility to family and friends ...
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Elkin independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elkin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elkin, 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 Elkin 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 Elkin 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
6.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.5%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Elkin 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 Elkin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elkin 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 Elkin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
51.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Forsyth Court, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Elkin, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 33 independent living facilities near Elkin, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Elkin, North Carolina is Solista Hickory by Cogir. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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