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The cost of independent living in Spencer is about $3,594 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 69 options. Read 1337 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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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
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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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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...
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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.
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.
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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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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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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, 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: 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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We chose Waltonwood because he physiologically went downhill at his previous facility due to the isolation from covid. This facility was also very close to me since I live in the independent living section...
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.

Cost of independent living in Spencer, NC

The average cost of senior living in Spencer is $3,594 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, NC with an average of $2,367 per month.

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

Spencer, NC
$3,594/mo
$3,417/mo

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

Spencer, NC
$3,594/mo
U.S. national average
$4,095/mo

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

$5,259/mo
Independent Living
$3,594/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,662/mo
Studio
$4,791/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,310/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,112/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,300/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Spencer over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Spencer

Recent reviews for independent living in Spencer

Arbor Ridge at Kernersville

4.1
We like the size of the room/apartment. We like the amenities. Overall she is happy. I think the staff could work on communication between departments. The front office (with the exception of 2) seem annoyed when they are approached or asked a question and say it's another departments ...
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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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as Holiday Forsyth Court, where residents and families praise the staff's 'big bright smiles' and 'accommodating' nature. At Holiday Willow Grove, the managers are described as 'very hands-on' an ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Residents at Heritage Woods express their love for the meals and the chef, who won 'second place' in a local 'Chef Wars' competition. At Holiday Forsyth Court, th ...
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Variety of activities and social opportunities. Communities offer a range of activities that cater to residents' interests, such as Bingo, movies, Bridge, and even Sock Hops, as mentioned at Solista Charlotte by Cogir. At Carolina Estates, residents appreciate the social opportunities and making new friends, while at Holiday Creekside Te ...
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Professionally maintained living spaces. Residents frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, with specific mentions of the private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. At Harmony at Greensboro, the apartments have 'plenty of room for a queen bed and sitting area,' and grounds are described as 'pleasan ...
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Attentive and responsive staff. Several reviews mention the staff's quick response to residents' needs and concerns, as in the case of a resident who fell at Carolina Estates, where staff members 'responded immediately to help her up' and checked on her afterward. At MerryWood on Park, residents and families commend the st ...
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Supportive and inclusive environment. Many communities foster a sense of community and support among residents, as seen at Holiday Forsyth Court, where residents 'have made several friends' and feel a 'whole new person' since moving in. At Holiday Willow Grove, the community is described as a 'nice place' where residents feel sa ...
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Spencer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spencer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Spencer, 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 Spencer 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 Spencer 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
10.9%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
32.8%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.7%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Spencer 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 Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.1%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Spencer 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 Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.4%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.2%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
39.1%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.4%
46%
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Holiday Forsyth Court, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Spencer, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 69 independent living facilities near Spencer, North Carolina. See the full list.

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