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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Niagara, NC
The cost of independent living in Niagara is about $3,914 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 345 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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The facility is so very clean, bright, nicely decorated and has a friendly feel to it that you notice immediately when you enter I have had limited interaction with them, but each one I have had has been...
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.
At Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each...
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The reason we gave it a 4 is only because I think everyone can improve somehow, however we have her in a very nice place now. They have been great and I really like it there. The staff is really nice, and...
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.
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After deciding that a senior living home would best suit my needs and desires at this time in my life (I'm 87 years old), I first started visiting senior facilities in California where I was born, raised and...
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.
Sitting near the majestic Symphony Lake and surrounded by fragrant tall pines, Atria Cary will offer a vibrant new community for older adults who value their independence.The 138 apartments in this four-story residence will feature one- and two-bedroom floor plans – all with amazing views – and...
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I like the staff. The place has a very personal feel. They all know my loved oneand care about his needs. They go above and beyond for him, especially with helping to transport him to his weekly medical...
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.
Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...
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39 reviews
That the patient gets a relationship with the staff and they feel like family would be treated Very professional, Good references all around
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.
Around here, we say that Heritage Place is Full of Life. It’s true. Keeping our Resident engaged, socially, physically and spiritually makes all the difference. It’s why the people who live and who work here seem to have a special SPARK every day. Programming and events range from lectures and...
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The main thing that would make my mother happier is more variety and healthier meals. She also feels like Cambridge is bringing in new residents that are not quite able to be fully independent. Some people...
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.
Life at Cambridge Village goes beyond retirement living! By focusing on improving every aspect of our residents’ lives, we create Optimal Living®. As an Optimal Living community we provide a total wellness approach that engages our residents physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.We...
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42 reviews
Staff was very helpful and move in went smoothly. They urgently needed to move in, but couldn't get their desired apartment at that time. Once one became available they were able to move them into that...
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...
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10 reviews
The BayBerry Retirement Inn has been a GOD sent for my mother and my family. The Director ([name removed]) is very kind, pleasant and does an amazing job ensuring each resident is well taken care of. I...
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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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7 reviews
Twin Rivers loves their residents. It only has 31 apartments, so staff are not overwhelmed. Staff are kind & helpful to the residents & their families. They keep the residents busy with many activities,...
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.
Twin Rivers is a warm and inviting, affordable living option for Independent Seniors who seek the convenience of service enhanced housing. We are located in historic, Pittsboro, NC. This is just 15 minutes from Apex and about 30 minutes from Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Our one bedroom...
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Within 10 seconds of contacting [website removed] via a google search, [name removed] at [website removed] called me to assist me. [Name removed] within 30 mins connected me to a wonderful woman name "[name...
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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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My friend loves living at this community. The staff make sure she has everything she needs and she is doing much better. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. She has started participating...
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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.
Beautiful new Village Lake Inn is located in pastoral Siler City, close to Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Asheboro, and Sanford. We offer affordable independent senior living, all for one low monthly rate. Our building is brand new, built in 2011, and our current staff has over 30 years combined...
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.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
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.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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
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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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The Carolina's get 5's across the board, we could not ask for any place that, I would move here now if I could. It is independent living but they offer three meals Monday-Friday and on Sunday's you get the...
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, 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.
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.
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
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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.
Life at Scotia Village Scotia Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to stay engaged, to try new things and continue challenging yourself. The choices of activities are many, and what you choose to do is limited only by your imagination. Enjoy eating in our delectable restaurant style...
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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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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
Cost of independent living in Niagara, NC
The average cost of senior living in Niagara is $3,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Niagara, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Niagara, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Niagara vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Niagara, NC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Niagara over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Niagara
Recent reviews for independent living in Niagara
Jordan Oaks in Cary, NC
5.0
My mother in law is very happy with the staff and amenities. She loves living there and always speaks so fondly of the staff.
Atria Cary
5.0
I have never seen a place where everyone on the staff smiles and is friendly with only an exception or two (none in key positions). The food is great -[name removed] the restaurant manager, is terrific. The facilities are top notch & maintained well. Likewise, the residents are almost ...
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Southern Pines
4.1
Southern Pines Gracious Living has been a very good place for my mom, small enough that everyone knows each other and greats you when you come in. Staff is curious and helpful when needed. They don't provide nurse care or therapy but have some companies on site that do. I could not be happier ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities, such as Atria Cary, where one resident's wife expressed her appreciation for the genuine friendliness of both the staff and residents. Residents of Cambridge Village of Apex also praised the staff's he ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Several reviews highlight the importance of quality meals and dining experiences in residents' satisfaction with their communities. For instance, at Southern Pines, residents express enjoyment in the meals and dining room atmosphere, while Waltonwood - Cary specifically mentions the excellen ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities that offer an array of activities catering to diverse interests are frequently mentioned in reviews. The residents of Cambridge Village of Apex particularly enjoy the hair cut service, massage, and exercise classes, while Southern Pines mentions the social events and trips to var ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Southern Pines, which boasts a 'nice atmosphere for meals' and a 'well-kept' facility. Residents at Heritage Place also appreciate the cleanliness and enjoy taking walks around the facility.
Supportive and caring community environment. The sense of community and companionship sometimes outweighs other factors for residents. At Atria Cary, residents and staff create a warm and welcoming environment where new friends are made and long-lasting relationships are formed.
Access to on-site health care services. Some communities offer additional health care services, which provides peace of mind for families. For example, at The Reserve at Mills Farm, residents have access to on-site doctors and physical/occupational therapy services, making health care more convenient and easily accessible.
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Niagara independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Niagara independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Niagara, 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 Niagara 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 Niagara 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
21.4%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Niagara 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 Niagara communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
35.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Niagara 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 Niagara offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Atria Cary, Southern Pines and Jordan Oaks are the top-rated independent living facilities near Niagara, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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