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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lattimore, NC

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The cost of independent living in Lattimore is about $3,539 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 63 options. Read 1438 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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[name removed] was kind, courteous, and extremely helpful in solving my problem with signing in to visit my mother. I was very unsure of how to do it and he straightened it out in seconds, I so appreciate...
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.
Designed to meet the needs of residents 55 years of age and older under a rental plan that affords a unique 'freedom and choice' approach for your service package. The Dorchester offers you the opportunity to design your own residency plan. Along with our basic rental, residents can supplement...
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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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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.
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 Lattimore, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lattimore is $3,539 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Casar, NC with an average of $2,725 per month.

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

Lattimore, NC
$3,539/mo
$3,425/mo

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

Lattimore, NC
$3,539/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

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

$4,838/mo
Independent Living
$3,539/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,576/mo
Studio
$4,665/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,179/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,059/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Senior living costs in Lattimore 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: Lattimore, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLattimore, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,539/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,167/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$4,838/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Lattimore, NC:$3,539/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Lattimore, NC:$4,167/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Lattimore, NC:$4,838/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Lattimore, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lattimore 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
Lattimore, NC$3,332/mo$3,244/mo+2.7%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lattimore, NC
2024 average cost:$3,332/mo
2023 average cost:$3,244/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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 Lattimore

Recent reviews for independent living in Lattimore

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

Friendly and helpful staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members, creating a welcoming and supportive environment. At Solista Charlotte by Cogir, the staff went above and beyond to help residents and their families during the move-in process. At Heritage Hills Senior Living, the prof ...
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Chef-prepared meals and dining experiences. Quality meals are a highlight for many residents, with chef-prepared dishes and a variety of options to accommodate different dietary needs. At Chandler Place Independent Living, the food is a major factor in the overall satisfaction, with families praising the taste and presentation of meals. ...
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Engaging activities and events. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities and social events, keeping them active and engaged. At Haywood Estates by Barclay House, activities include games, arts and crafts, social hours, and pool use. At Harmony at Five Forks, residents appreciate the opportunity to participate in events t ...
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Renovated living spaces. Many communities offer newly renovated living spaces, enhancing the overall appeal and comfort for residents. At Solista Hickory by Cogir, the apartments are described as beautiful and well-appointed, while Chandler Place Independent Living residents appreciate the renovated apartments and c ...
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Close proximity to amenities and services. Living in a community close to essential services and amenities is a desirable feature for many residents. At Solista Charlotte by Cogir, the location is praised for its convenience, with easy access to nearby groceries, restaurants, and shops. At Shads Landing, the proximity to family is hi ...
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Supportive and communicative management. Clear and effective communication between management and residents and their families is essential for peace of mind. At Haywood Estates by Barclay House, the manager is praised for their responsiveness and willingness to listen to concerns. At Arbor Ridge at Huntersville, the staff are desc ...
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Lattimore independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lattimore independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lattimore, 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 Lattimore 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 Lattimore 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
11.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lattimore 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 Lattimore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
31.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lattimore 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 Lattimore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Chandler Place Independent Living, Greenway Square Retirement Community and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lattimore, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 63 independent living facilities near Lattimore, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lattimore, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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