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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rich Mountain, NC
The cost of independent living in Rich Mountain is about $3,450 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 37 options. Read 515 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 mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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.
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
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, 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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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.
If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...
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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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.
If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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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Cost of independent living in Rich Mountain, NC
The average cost of senior living in Rich Mountain is $3,450 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bryson City, NC with an average of $3,010 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rich Mountain, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rich Mountain, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rich Mountain vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rich Mountain, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Rich Mountain
Recent reviews for independent living in Rich Mountain
Heritage Hills Senior Living 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.
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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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA
5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Rich Mountain independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rich Mountain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rich Mountain, 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 Rich Mountain 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 Rich Mountain 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
9.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rich Mountain 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 Rich Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
24.2%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rich Mountain 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 Rich Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
21.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and Julian Woods Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rich Mountain, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 37 independent living facilities near Rich Mountain, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Rich Mountain, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Belvedere Commons of Seneca and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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