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The cost of independent living in Refuge Mission is about $3,279 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 46 options. Read 632 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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My mom moved into Westchester Village several months ago and she absolutely loves it!! Her apartment is adorable with a kitchen and huge windows! She has a couple of beloved cats that she did not want to...
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.
You're going to love making your new home with us here at Westchester Village at Providence Place. We offer all the conveniences of a small village with many opportunities for you to enjoy an active, carefree, independent lifestyle with other older adults. Friendly, caring residents and staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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
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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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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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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
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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, 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.
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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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My parents lived here and owned a villa. The only reason we had to leave was because they maxed out on the care that they were able to provide to them. I think that going in here, the evaluation of care...
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.

Cost of independent living in Refuge Mission, NC

The average cost of senior living in Refuge Mission is $3,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, NC with an average of $2,394 per month.

Independent living costs in Refuge Mission, NC, vs. nearby cities

Refuge Mission, NC
$3,279/mo
$3,382/mo
$3,484/mo

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

Refuge Mission, NC
$3,279/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Refuge Mission, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,114/mo
Independent Living
$3,279/mo

Independent living costs in Refuge Mission, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,060/mo
Studio
$2,873/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,507/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,321/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,575/mo

Senior living costs in Refuge Mission 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: Refuge Mission, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRefuge Mission, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,279/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,548/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,114/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Refuge Mission, NC:$3,279/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Refuge Mission, NC:$4,548/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Refuge Mission, NC:$5,114/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Refuge Mission, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Refuge Mission 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Refuge Mission, NC$3,204/mo$3,094/mo+3.6%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Refuge Mission, NC
2024 average cost:$3,204/mo
2023 average cost:$3,094/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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 Refuge Mission

Recent reviews for independent living in Refuge Mission

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Village Lake Inn in Siler City, NC

4.5
My friend loves this community. She has adjusted very well to it. This is a lovely community, everything looks great. They do a great job with the cleanliness. The staff is wonderful, she loves them. The only thing she complains about is the food, but other than that everything has worked out ...
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Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes in Charlotte, NC

5.0
I have absolutely no problem living here, the sales people here are great, the management staff are great. Things are starting to open back up since everyone is getting the vaccines. It is an active and open senior community, the gym is absolutely world class, we have every workout equipment ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities offered. Residents at various communities express appreciation for the diverse range of activities available, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and social events. At Brookdale Charlotte East, for instance, residents enjoy engaging in a multitude of activities to keep them active ...
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Friendly and attentive staff. Reviews consistently highlight the friendly and caring nature of staff members across different communities. For example, at Oak Park Retirement, the team goes above and beyond to ensure residents receive the care and attention they need, as mentioned by several families.
Quality food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food and dining experiences stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Solista High Point by Cogir, for instance, the meals are described as delicious and the dining experience is compared to that of a fine restaurant.
Well-maintained interiors and grounds. Numerous reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both interior and exterior spaces. At Southern Pines, the facility is described as nicely decorated and the grounds are kept in pristine condition, creating an inviting and pleasant living environment for residents.
Variety of floor plans and living options. Families appreciate the flexibility of different floor plans and living options at various communities, such as St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC, where accommodations are available for those who wish to maintain their independence while also having access to care as needed.
Access to on-site medical services and care. Several reviews mention the convenience of having medical services and care on-site, allowing for peace of mind and ease of access for residents. At Oak Park Retirement, for example, the on-site doctor visits are a significant factor in their overall satisfaction with the community.
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Refuge Mission independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Refuge Mission independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Refuge Mission, 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 Refuge Mission 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 Refuge Mission 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
2.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Refuge Mission 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 Refuge Mission communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Refuge Mission 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 Refuge Mission offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
39.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.8%
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Carolina Pines Retirement, Trevi Vibrant Senior Living and Heritage Greens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Refuge Mission, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 46 independent living facilities near Refuge Mission, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Refuge Mission, North Carolina is Holiday Crescent Heights. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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