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The cost of independent living in Gentry Store is about $4,167 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 57 options. Read 1674 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: 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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Cost of independent living in Gentry Store, NC

The average cost of senior living in Gentry Store is $4,167 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,563 per month.

Independent living costs in Gentry Store, NC, vs. nearby cities

Gentry Store, NC
$4,167/mo
$4,244/mo
$3,695/mo

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

Gentry Store, NC
$4,167/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Gentry Store, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,162/mo
Independent Living
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Gentry Store, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,300/mo
Studio
$4,539/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,864/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,688/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,576/mo

Senior living costs in Gentry Store 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: Gentry Store, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGentry Store, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,167/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$5,254/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,162/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Gentry Store, NC:$4,167/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Gentry Store, NC:$5,254/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Gentry Store, NC:$4,162/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Gentry Store, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gentry Store 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
Gentry Store, NC$3,857/mo$3,636/mo+6.1%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Gentry Store, NC
2024 average cost:$3,857/mo
2023 average cost:$3,636/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
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 Gentry Store

Recent reviews for independent living in Gentry Store

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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The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming residents and staff. Many reviews highlight the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their community, with both residents and staff going above and beyond to make newcomers feel at home. In reviews for Atria Cary, residents express appreciation for the caring nature of the staff, while Atria Oakridge mentions the fr ...
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Wide range of activities and events. Various activities and events cater to residents' interests and encourage socializing. Communities like Waltonwood Lake Boone and Verena at Bedford Falls offer activities such as singing, games, movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Residents consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. Reviews for Stoneridge mention the helpfulness of the maintenance staff, while Preston Pointe highlights the beautifully kept grounds.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Staff members go the extra mile to help residents, making their daily lives easier and more enjoyable. In reviews for Waltonwood - Cary, residents express gratitude for the staff's support during a difficult transition period, while Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living ment ...
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Quality meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, high-quality food and dining experiences are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Willows at Raleigh, residents look forward to meals every day, while Gardens at Wakefield mentions the accommodating nature of the chef to dietary r ...
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Convenient and accessible locations. Communities are often chosen for their convenient locations, providing easy access to shopping, medical facilities, and public transport. In reviews for Holiday Cedar Ridge, residents appreciate the proximity to nearby stores and services, while Holiday Durham Regent mentions the ease of get ...
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Gentry Store independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gentry Store independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gentry Store, 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 Gentry Store 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 Gentry Store partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gentry Store, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gentry Store 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 Gentry Store communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gentry Store, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gentry Store 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 Gentry Store offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gentry Store, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
64.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
52.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
46.4%
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