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The cost of independent living in Stem is about $3,773 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 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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My dad moved in to the Gardens in 2019 and really enjoys living there. The apartments are lovely and spacious, but the thing that sets the place apart is the staff. [name removed] is such a warm and...
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.
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income....
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.
The Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...
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My father is in the Coventry House Inn in Henderson, NC. Neither he nor my family could be happier. The staff made the transition very easy for him and they're spoiling him rotten!
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.
The support you need, with the independence you want.Coventry House Inn of Henderson is beautifully appointed, perfectly located, and moderately priced. Right next to Maria Parham, the area's premier hospital, as well as doctor’s offices and shopping centers, Coventry House Inn sits at 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.
The support you need, with the independence you want.Brand new Coventry House Inn of Oxford takes advantage of what the nearby community has to offer and provides a beautiful, safe, and enjoyable place for all residents to get the most out of each day. Quality retirement living has never been so...
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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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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: 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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Cost of independent living in Stem, NC

The average cost of senior living in Stem is $3,773 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,546 per month.

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

Stem, NC
$3,773/mo
$3,759/mo
$3,759/mo

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

Stem, NC
$3,773/mo
U.S. national average
$4,065/mo

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

$5,988/mo
Independent Living
$3,773/mo

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

Studio
$3,565/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,037/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,417/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Stem over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Stem

Recent reviews for independent living in Stem

Solista Durham by Cogir

4.3
[name removed] and the entire staff at Emerald Pond genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a community for their parents. My Mom likes it there.

Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Abbotswood at Stonehenge in Raleigh, NC

4.8
We visited 11 places in the Raleigh area before deciding on Abbotswood for our Mom. The staff made all the difference and our Mom felt like it was "home". The love and compassion and care from the staff helped us walk through years of Mom's health problems and Covid anxiety. The size of the ...
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Stem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stem, 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 Stem 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 Stem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Stem 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 Stem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stem 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 Stem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.7%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stem, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Stem, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Stem, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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