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The cost of independent living in Lilly is about $4,135 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 1037 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
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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.
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.
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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The marketing staff does a good job explaining about the facility with regards to how a resident will live and transition as their needs change. The facility is well maintained. They offer lots of activities...
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.
The Village at Woods Edge tucked amid picturesque Franklin, Virginia was created for active, independent seniors who want to get the most from their retirement.  The Village combines personal freedom and security, comfort and convenience.  We understand the emotional, mental, and...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
The Chesapeake retirement community boasts a spacious 35-acre campus in the heart of Newport News, Virginia.  Residents enjoy a multitude of opportunities to live active, healthy, fulfilling lives while simultaenously planning for their future health care needs.  Choosing from spacious...
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My mother has lived at Mennowood assisted living for 4 months. The staff did a very good job transitioning her into her new home. We are very happy that we found such a nice place for her to live. Every...
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.
At Mennowood Retirement Community, we pride ourselves on the comfortable and inviting atmosphere that seniors can come to expect here. Even if your elderly relative is suffering from different stages of dementia, we can help make sure that they receive the treatment they need. Our staff will be...
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Cost of independent living in Lilly, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lilly is $4,135 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Creswell, NC with an average of $481 per month.

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

Lilly, NC
$4,135/mo
$3,742/mo

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

Lilly, NC
$4,135/mo
U.S. national average
$4,259/mo

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

$4,762/mo
Independent Living
$4,135/mo

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

Studio
$2,935/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,362/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,441/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,464/mo

Senior living costs in Lilly 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: Lilly, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLilly, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,135/mo$3,699/mo$4,259/mo
Assisted Living$4,144/mo$4,454/mo$4,837/mo
Memory Care$4,762/mo$5,319/mo$5,607/mo
Independent Living
Lilly, NC:$4,135/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,259/mo
Assisted Living
Lilly, NC:$4,144/mo
North Carolina:$4,454/mo
U.S.:$4,837/mo
Memory Care
Lilly, NC:$4,762/mo
North Carolina:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$5,607/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Lilly

Recent reviews for independent living in Lilly

Mennowood Retirement Community in Newport News, VA

5.0
I am very happy with this community. The staff is great and very caring. The food is appealing with a nice variety. They offer alot of activities. I would be happy to recommend this community to other families. We are happy with the cleanliness here.

The Chamberlin in Hampton, VA

5.0
I would let other families know, that they are making an excellent choice when choosing the Chamberlain for the love one because it was the best place for me to find for my friend [name removed] They have helped him with everything he has needed from medical to getting him to the store for ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire in Hampton, VA

5.0
The staff and residents all welcomed me with open arms. We are all one giant family. Always go above and beyond for our residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Informed and helpful staff. Several reviews highlight the knowledgeable and responsive nature of staff members at various communities, such as at The Reserve at Greenbrier, where they were praised for their assistance in addressing concerns and providing accurate information to families. At Colonial Harbor, a sales rep ...
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Thoughtfully designed activities. Residents and families often mention the enjoyable and diverse activities offered at communities. For instance, at Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living, residents appreciate the variety of activities, from games to shopping trips and movie theater visits. At The Talbot on Granby, residen ...
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Warm and welcoming atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and inclusive environment at communities, like at Harmony at Independence, where residents and staff create a sense of family. At Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire, newcomers are welcomed with open arms and residents go above and beyond to mak ...
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Well-maintained facilities and living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of community facilities and living spaces. For example, at Harmony at Oakbrooke, recent improvements have been made to the facility, and residents of The Hidenwood Community appreciate the bright and updated living spaces.
Delicious and customized meals. Many residents and families comment on the quality of the food and accommodations made for individual dietary preferences and restrictions. At Colonial Harbor, the chef caters to residents' needs, allowing them to look forward to mealtimes. At Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living, the me ...
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Professional and supportive leadership. Effective leadership is a common theme in positive reviews. For instance, at Commonwealth Senior Living at the Devonshire, the director's dedication to the community is evident in her efforts to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. At Harmony at Independence, a sales representative's comp ...
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Lilly independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lilly independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lilly, 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 Lilly 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 Lilly partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lilly, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.4%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lilly 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 Lilly communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lilly, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lilly 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 Lilly offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lilly, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.4%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.6%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.5%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
42.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.6%
46.8%
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The Reserve at Greenbrier, Lighthouse Pointe by Barclay House and Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lilly, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 34 independent living facilities near Lilly, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lilly, North Carolina are The Reserve at Greenbrier and Acclaim at East Beach Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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