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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Star, NC
The cost of independent living in Star is about $3,929 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 435 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 Pinehurst, Asheboro and Albemarle.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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
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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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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, 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.
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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My husband and I believe that life at Galloway Ridge (GR) has met our expectations and gone beyond. The outdoor activity options, as well as the cultural and creative arts programs are exceptional and...
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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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.
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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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.
Life at Scotia Village Scotia Village provides a lifestyle that allows you to stay engaged, to try new things and continue challenging yourself. The choices of activities are many, and what you choose to do is limited only by your imagination. Enjoy eating in our delectable restaurant style...
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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.
Cost of independent living in Star, NC
The average cost of senior living in Star is $3,929 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Denton, NC with an average of $2,371 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Star, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Star, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Star
Recent reviews for independent living in Star
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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Galloway Ridge at Fearrington in Pittsboro, NC
5.0
We have been residents at Galloway Ridge for three years and two months. For us, living here has been a mixed blessing, but all the negatives are with the inevitable process of aging, not with Galloway Ridge which has performed in an exemplary manner. We have extensive experience in attempting ...
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Southern Pines
4.1
Southern Pines Gracious Living has been a very good place for my mom, small enough that everyone knows each other and greats you when you come in. Staff is curious and helpful when needed. They don't provide nurse care or therapy but have some companies on site that do. I could not be happier ...
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Varied dining experiences. Many reviews mentioned the quality and variety of meals served in the dining halls at different communities. At Southern Pines, residents appreciate the choice of meals and the occasional chef specials. Some communities, like Oak Park Retirement, have on-site chefs who accommodate dietary re ...
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Engaging activities program. Activities were a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At Holiday Cedar Ridge, residents praised the large variety of activities offered, including daily activities, outings, and social events. The activity staff at St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC were especially c ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Staff friendliness and helpfulness were frequently mentioned in reviews. At Holiday Crescent Heights, residents and their families appreciated the staff's willingness to address concerns and provide assistance when needed. The staff at Harmony at Greensboro were praised for their patience an ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciated the cleanliness and comfort of their living spaces in various communities. At Solista High Point by Cogir, some apartments were described as spacious and well-appointed, while others, like Friends Homes West, were praised for their cozy, homelike atmosphere. The apartme ...
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Convenient location and transportation. Several reviews mentioned the importance of a convenient location and reliable transportation. At Holiday Cedar Ridge, residents appreciated the easy access to shopping, medical facilities, and social events, while the transportation at Holiday Crescent Heights was praised for its flexibilit ...
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Comprehensive care services. Residents and their families valued the availability of on-site health care and care services. At Oak Park Retirement, medical services were noted for their convenience and high quality, while Holiday Crescent Heights offered a range of care services to help residents maintain their independ ...
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Star independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Star independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Star, 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 Star 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 Star 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
8.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.8%
32.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Star 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 Star communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
27.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Star 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 Star offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
36.1%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Greens, Southern Pines and Holiday Crescent Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near Star, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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