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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Rutherford College, NC

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The cost of independent living in Rutherford College is about $3,623 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 301 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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Arbor Ridge at Huntersville is a beautiful facility. The staff is very helpful and attentive to the residents. They treat them with dignity and respect and make this a great place for my mother to live....
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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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...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
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I really enjoy living at Shad’s Landing. Although I’ve only been a resident for about a month, I have made numerous friends engage in many activities and try not to miss a meal because the food is very good....
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.
Shads Landing provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Built upon ten-acres of beautifully landscaped grounds with a large pond at the center, Shads Landing offers you all the convenience of Charlotte with a lovely park-like setting to call their own. Yet we're...
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My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made...
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.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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My mother lives here and it has been such a blessing to us. She is able to be more independent and now goes to the library right across the street. She has made new friends and it has made such a difference...
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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They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction. Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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Our family is so happy to have my mother at The Gardens of Statesville. She is thriving, loves her room, enjoys her friends, and feels so much genuine love from the caring staff. The facility is always so...
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.
June 2019 Annual State Survey by the Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation awarded THE GARDENS OF STATESVILLE with a DEFICIENCY FREE SURVEY!As quoted from NC DHSR ACLS website: The goal of inspections is to assess how well the adult care home complies...
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My family, and I am doing well since the move to this community. We are comfortable with our move here, it is a great. They have a wonderful staff, and they are very kind, and have been helpful when needed....
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 Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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My parents were in need of a place they could feel at home. They are doing very well in the two months they have been at Solista. It is a huge relief to see them thriving. They often refer to their...
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.
In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains — just a couple miles from Hickory Lake — is Solista Hickory by Cogir This stunning, craftsman-style community is located on a quaint wooded campus that is perfect for outdoor lovers. Take your pup for a walk, venture off to one of the nearby golf...
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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: 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.
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.
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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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I have lived at Williams Place Gracious Retirement Living for exactly a year and absolutely love it. The food is excellent; our apartments are cleaned and linens changed weekly; and there's fun things 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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Rutherford College, NC

The average cost of senior living in Rutherford College is $3,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rhodhiss, NC with an average of $3,174 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rutherford College, NC vs. nearby cities

Rutherford College, NC
$3,623/mo
$3,623/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rutherford College, NC vs. the state and national average

Rutherford College, NC
$3,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Rutherford College vs. other types of senior living

$4,964/mo
Independent Living
$3,623/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Rutherford College, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,369/mo
Studio
$4,915/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,826/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,462/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Rutherford College over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Rutherford College

Recent reviews for independent living in Rutherford College

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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Solista Hickory by Cogir

5.0
clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities

Gardens of Statesville

4.8
Most of the employees care for the residents and try to provide the best service to them. My loved one didn't care for the food as they missed seasoning of home cooked meals. Some of the activities available were bingo, readings, arts and crafts, exercises, and more for the residents to ...
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Rutherford College independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rutherford College independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rutherford College, 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 Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College 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
11.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rutherford College 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 Rutherford College offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.9%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
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Solista Hickory by Cogir, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Henderson Care Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rutherford College, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Rutherford College, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Rutherford College, North Carolina is Solista Hickory by Cogir. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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