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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Carolina is $3,534, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Patten area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Lake Pointe Landing Retirement
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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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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, 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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They provided excellent care to my grandmother for over 5 years. Grateful to all the staff. They accommodated food requests and even care suggestions to bring her recliner out to the hallway so we could be...
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: 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.
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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.
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 Patten, NC

The average cost of senior living in North Carolina is $3,534 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in North Carolina vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNorth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,520/mo0.4% above national median
Assisted Living$6,196/mo$5,830/mo6.3% above national median
Memory Care$7,410/mo$6,999/mo5.9% above national median
Independent Living
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:0.4% above national median
Assisted Living
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.3% above national median
Memory Care
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Patten

Recent reviews for independent living in Patten

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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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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Henderson Care Center in Forest City, NC

4.5
I just moved my parents into the Villas which is independent living. Before the move, the admin were great about adding accommodations my parents requested, so they were in place when they arrived. We had a lot of donations as we unpacked and decided what to keep and they helped us take care of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at various communities, with residents and staff creating a sense of family. For example, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, residents appreciate the closeness and support they have found, while at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, friendlin ...
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Variety of activities for active senior living. Engaging activities are a highlight for many senior living communities, with offerings tailored to residents' interests. Reviews for Harmony at Reynolds Mountain discuss a wide range of activities, including book groups, poetry readings, and meditation sessions. Residents at Heritage Hills Se ...
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Affordable and flexible living arrangements. Some reviews mention the affordability and flexible living options available at communities, such as Aventine at Skylyn, which offers a range of apartment sizes and sign-on discounts. Others, like Heritage Hills Senior Living, provide a more cost-effective alternative with single homes. It's i ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents value the cleanliness and spaciousness of their living quarters at various communities, such as Solista Hickory by Cogir, with large apartments and private rooms. Many communities, like Brookdale Hendersonville East, also focus on accessibility and ease-of-use for their residents. ...
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Supportive staff and care services. Several reviews mention the kindness and competence of staff members at communities, like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, who make residents and their families feel valued. Some communities, like Brookdale Hendersonville East, even offer on-site therapy services to ensure residents receive prop ...
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Access to nearby amenities and conveniences. Being close to essential services and amenities is a priority for many seniors and their families. Communities like LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain are conveniently located near grocery stores and downtown areas, making errands and outings easier. Some communitie ...
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Patten independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Patten independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Patten, 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 Patten 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 Patten partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Patten, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.4%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
9.4%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Patten 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 Patten communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Patten, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
28.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Patten 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 Patten offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Patten, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.4%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.3%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.4%
47.5%
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Julian Woods Retirement, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Serene Haven are the top-rated independent living facilities near Patten, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Patten, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Patten, North Carolina are Julian Woods Retirement and Solista Hickory by Cogir. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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