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The cost of independent living in Stanley is about $3,082 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 144 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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Photo of MerryWood on Park
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55 Floor plans available
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9.2
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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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Photo of Arbor Ridge at Huntersville
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Mom is doing well enough. Arbor ridge is a nice place to live. Based on the experience our family has had, we would recommend them to other families as long as there isn't too much of a memory issue.
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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8.5
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46 reviews
8.5
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46 reviews
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My experience has been favorable overall. I really would like an upgrade in food and dining services. I would recommend it to others.
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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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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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.
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: 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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How great to have a home that has a full kitchen and that is truly independent living. There are so many things to do and participate in with peers. My friend loves the Glens! She loves cooking and enjoying...
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.
A distinctive living experience awaits you in a private wooded neighborhood conveniently located just minutes from shopping, golf, restaurants, medical facilites, and beautiful Lake Norman. Choose from floor plans ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms all including screened patio, Maytag appliances,...
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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.
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Stanley, NC

The average cost of senior living in Stanley is $3,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mooresville, NC with an average of $2,870 per month.

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

Stanley, NC
$3,082/mo
$3,210/mo

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

Stanley, NC
$3,082/mo
U.S. national average
$4,348/mo

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

$4,919/mo
Independent Living
$3,082/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,260/mo
Studio
$5,060/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,846/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,203/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Stanley over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Stanley

Recent reviews for independent living in Stanley

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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MerryWood on Park in Charlotte, NC

4.1
I am currently a resident at MerryWood on Park and most everything has been very good for me here, so far. The food is great! The cleanliness and friendliness are good. The staff is also good. The value for cost is great, also. Based on my experience so far, I would recommend MerryWood on Park ...
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The Manor in Pineville, NC

5.0
We just moved the end of July and have found all the staff to be very friendly and very helpful. It’s been nice to be able to walk outdoors into the courtyard. We feel it is a safe environment.

Stanley independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stanley independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stanley, 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 Stanley 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 Stanley 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
16.7%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Stanley 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 Stanley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stanley 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 Stanley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.6%
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Brookdale Charlotte East, MerryWood on Park and The Dorchester South are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stanley, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 15 independent living facilities near Stanley, North Carolina. See the full list.

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