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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mc Dowell County, NC

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The cost of independent living in Mc Dowell County is about $3,482 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 799 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, 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, 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.
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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Mc Dowell County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mc Dowell County is $3,482 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bostic, NC with an average of $2,560 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mc Dowell County, NC vs. nearby counties

Mc Dowell County, NC
$3,482/mo
$3,510/mo
$3,427/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mc Dowell County, NC vs. the state and national average

Mc Dowell County, NC
$3,482/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Mc Dowell County vs. other types of senior living

$4,733/mo
Independent Living
$3,482/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Mc Dowell County, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$6,385/mo
Studio
$4,343/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,036/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,972/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,152/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mc Dowell County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Dowell County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Dowell County

Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.

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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Solista Hickory by Cogir

5.0
clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities

Mc Dowell County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Dowell County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Dowell County, 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 Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County 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
12.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
15.2%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.2%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Dowell County 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 Mc Dowell County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.4%
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LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Julian Woods Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mc Dowell County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 37 independent living facilities near Mc Dowell County, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mc Dowell County, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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