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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Smyre, NC
The cost of independent living in Smyre is about $3,331 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 188 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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The people were warm and welcoming and based on the experience we would absolutely recommend Arbor Ridge at Huntersville community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones!
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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First and foremost, both of my parents are happy at MerryWood. I trust the staff who truly care about their residents and provide a high level of service from the front desk to the dining room to planned...
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.
Located in the heart of Charlotte, Myers Park and Dilworth neighborhoods.
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The Dorchester South community was great, it was perfect for what was needed for our loved one at the time and she is not at [community name removed]. Based on the experience we would recommend Dorchester...
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.
About The Dorchester Active 55+ Independent Senior Living CommunityThe Dorchester is an Active 55+ Independent Senior Living Community in Pineville, NC! The Dorchester is designed for an independent senior who values lifestyle choices, community amenities & plenty of activities to keep you...
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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...
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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Facility is great. They have options for lower budget that are nice. But the one my mom is on is absolutely beautiful. There was one lady I wasn't impressed with but she is gone now. That's why I rated the...
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.
About The Manor Active 55+ Independent Senior Living CommunityThe Manor is an Active 55+ Independent Senior Living Community in Pineville, NC! The Manor is designed for an independent senior who values lifestyle choices, community amenities & plenty of activities to keep you busy! All...
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I would tell others that it is a great safe place. There is a lot of things to do. The other residents and staff watch out for you. My loved one doesn't think a lot of the food. The breakfast is more of...
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.
Description of Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes - conveniently located in Charlotte, North CarolinaAt Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes we have a wide variety of community features. Pets such as dogs and cats are permitted in private quarters. Our community conveniently offers both...
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We moved my mother in law into Highpoint Assisted Living in July of 2024. The facilities are gorgeous, the staff is great, food is excellent, and so far they have done everything they promised. The...
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.
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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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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My father was in the healthcare side; they have a very good staff and the facilities are nice, it's just not set up for someone who's trying to leave. Their lobbies and common areas are located where the...
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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[name removed] was kind, courteous, and extremely helpful in solving my problem with signing in to visit my mother. I was very unsure of how to do it and he straightened it out in seconds, I so appreciate...
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.
Designed to meet the needs of residents 55 years of age and older under a rental plan that affords a unique 'freedom and choice' approach for your service package. The Dorchester offers you the opportunity to design your own residency plan. Along with our basic rental, residents can supplement...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Smyre, NC
The average cost of senior living in Smyre is $3,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huntersville, NC with an average of $3,181 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smyre, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Smyre, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Smyre
Recent reviews for independent living in Smyre
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.
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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Providence Meadows in Charlotte, NC
5.0
Providence meadows has been a great place for my dad and stepmother. Comfortable, clean, beautiful grounds, 3 meals a day and easy monthly rent. Their apartments have nice patios with woodsy views and very quiet. The staff have all been exceptionally helpful and personal. They get to know the ...
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Smyre independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smyre independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smyre, 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 Smyre 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 Smyre 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%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Smyre 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 Smyre 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
29.4%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smyre 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 Smyre offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
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Greenway Square Retirement Community, Brookdale Charlotte East and Providence Meadows are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smyre, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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