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The cost of independent living in Medfield is about $4,574 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 28 options. Read 1127 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
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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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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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Cost of independent living in Medfield, NC

The average cost of senior living in Medfield is $4,574 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Creedmoor, NC with an average of $4,055 per month.

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

Medfield, NC
$4,574/mo
$4,511/mo

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

Medfield, NC
$4,574/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

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

$6,279/mo
Independent Living
$4,574/mo

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

Studio
$4,271/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,819/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,052/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,900/mo

Senior living costs in Medfield 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: Medfield, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMedfield, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,574/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$5,602/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$6,279/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Medfield, NC:$4,574/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Medfield, NC:$5,602/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Medfield, NC:$6,279/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Medfield, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Medfield 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
Medfield, NC$3,927/mo$3,616/mo+8.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Medfield, NC
2024 average cost:$3,927/mo
2023 average cost:$3,616/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
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 Medfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Medfield

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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Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews praise the friendly and welcoming nature of both the staff and residents at various communities, such as Preston Pointe, Capital Oaks Retirement Resort, and Waltonwood Lake Boone. Residents enjoy the sense of community and the personal connections they make with both staff and ...
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Variety of activities for socializing and engagement. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more. Examples of communities with diverse activity offerings include Stoneridge, Cambridge Village of Apex, and Gardens at Wakefield.
Thoughtful and responsive communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff, ensuring everyone is kept informed and care needs are being met. Communities like Preston Pointe, The Willows at Raleigh, and Brier Pointe Retirement Community are praised for their thorough and consistent com ...
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Individually tailored care for unique resident needs. Communities prioritize individualized attention to accommodate the specific needs and preferences of their residents. For example, The Willows at Raleigh, Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living, and Stoneridge offer tailored care plans, ensuring residents receive the suppor ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and facilities. Residents and their families often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for private rooms, common areas, or outdoor spaces. Examples of communities with well-maintained living spaces include Preston Pointe, Jordan Oaks, and Waltonwood Lake Boone.
Delicious and accommodating meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Waltonwood - Cary, Whispering Pines, and Atria Cary offer meals that accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtime an enjo ...
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Medfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Medfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Medfield, 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 Medfield 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 Medfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Medfield, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Medfield 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 Medfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Medfield, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
76%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
72%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Medfield 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 Medfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Medfield, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
84%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
72%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
76%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
84%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
88%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
64%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
88%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
88%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Waltonwood Lake Boone, Brier Pointe Retirement Community and Atria Cary are the top-rated independent living facilities near Medfield, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Medfield, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Medfield, North Carolina are Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Waltonwood Lake Boone. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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