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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Murchison, NC
The cost of independent living in Murchison is about $3,392 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 440 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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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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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...
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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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.
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.
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After having lived in a home for 50 years the thought of moving to a retirement community was uncomfortable. After 6 months it has become a most enjoyable New Life. Food is excellent, any problems of which...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Murchison, NC
The average cost of senior living in Murchison is $3,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grandfather, NC with an average of $2,993 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Murchison, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Murchison
Recent reviews for independent living in Murchison
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills 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.
College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC
4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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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
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and engaging residents and staff at their communities, creating a sense of belonging and family like atmosphere. At LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, the welcoming nature of both residents and staff made for a positive transition for new residents and their familie ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with many mentioning the modern and updated features of their facilities. At Bella Vista, the gracious and plentiful activities and the well-maintained grounds were noted as highlights. At Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills, th ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Several reviews mention the personalized care and accommodations offered at their communities, ensuring residents' unique needs are met. At Abundant Christian Living Community, residents appreciate the friendly and eager-to-help staff, and at Henderson Care Center, accommodations were made p ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Communities offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents run their own groups and activities, while at Bella Vista, the gracious variety of activities provided have been a major plus. Harmony's sharp focus on residents' nee ...
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Helpful and supportive staff. Reviews consistently mention the helpful and supportive nature of community staff, with many expressing appreciation for their attentiveness and friendliness. At Brookdale Hendersonville East, the staff is all very friendly and social with the residents, and at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Meals are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents have expressed satisfaction with the food, while at Bella Vista, some meals are not to everyone's liking but staff are working to improve. At Brookdale Hendersonvil ...
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Murchison independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Murchison independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Murchison, 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 Murchison 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 Murchison 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
5.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Murchison 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 Murchison communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
25.7%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Murchison 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 Murchison offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.3%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.3%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
31.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.9%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.4%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and Bella Vista are the top-rated independent living facilities near Murchison, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 40 independent living facilities near Murchison, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Murchison, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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