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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rowan County, NC
The cost of independent living in Rowan County is about $3,338 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 1382 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Mooresville, Cornelius and Concord.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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.
Nestled in the North Carolina foothills lies Parkwood Place, an Independent Living Community that encourages its residents to live retirement on their terms. Parkwood Place is located in a lovely wooded space in the town of Elkin. Our grounds are perfectly manicured, and residents have access to...
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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, 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
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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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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Cost of independent living in Rowan County, NC
The average cost of senior living in Rowan County is $3,338 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, NC with an average of $2,371 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rowan County, NC vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rowan County, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rowan County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rowan County, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Rowan County
Recent reviews for independent living in Rowan County
The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC
4.9
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.
Heritage Greens in Greensboro, NC
5.0
I would give heritage a 5 on all counts. Lots of activities and mom said the food was delicious. One especially nice feature was the small cafe in the lower level that is open for alternative meal choices if you don't care for the dining hall choices or want to eat at a different time of day ...
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The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC
4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Rowan County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rowan County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rowan County, 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 Rowan County 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 Rowan County 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
7.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Rowan County 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 Rowan County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
34.1%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
28%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rowan County 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 Rowan County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.8%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.5%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.8%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.2%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.5%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
45.6%
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Holiday Forsyth Court, Heritage Greens and Solista Hickory by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rowan County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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