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The cost of independent living in Stokes County is about $3,466 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 88 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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Yes I would recommend Forsyth Court to others. My mom had her home taken aware from her by someone that scammed her out of her place that she resided for over 27 years. She was devastated and my sister and I...
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.
Welcome to Forsyth Court, an independent senior living community with compassionate staff and friendly neighbors. Boasting amenities and services, it's easy to picture what your life will be like here with us. As a resident, you'll enjoy a spacious studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartment suite...
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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.
COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE...YOUR PATH TO A RICH RETIREMENT LIFE Surrounded by natural beauty, Countryside Village is situated on 62 wooded acres in NW Guilford County, North Carolina, only minutes from the cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. Founded in 1981 and family owned and...
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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, 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, 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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Stokes County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Stokes County is $3,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boonville, NC with an average of $3,062 per month.

Independent living costs in Stokes County, NC, vs. nearby counties

Stokes County, NC
$3,466/mo
$3,526/mo

Independent living costs in Stokes County, NC, vs. state and national averages

Stokes County, NC
$3,466/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Stokes County, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,271/mo
Independent Living
$3,466/mo

Independent living costs in Stokes County, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,139/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,120/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,295/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Stokes County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Stokes County, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStokes County, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,466/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,353/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$5,271/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Stokes County, NC:$3,466/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Stokes County, NC:$4,353/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Stokes County, NC:$5,271/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Stokes County, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Stokes County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Stokes County, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stokes County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Stokes County, NC$2,332/mo$2,528/mo-7.7%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Stokes County, NC
2024 average cost:$2,332/mo
2023 average cost:$2,528/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Stokes County

Recent reviews for independent living in Stokes County

Ridgecrest in Mount Airy, NC

5.0
I have lived in Independent Living at Ridgecrest almost 2 1/2 years. The person who has influenced my life since she moved here is [name removed] in Wellness. Her exercise class starts at 10 am Monday through Friday. Now I'm not a morning person but she has changed my life style. I don't ...
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Harmony at Brookberry Farm in Winston-Salem, NC

4.9
All around wonderful facility with so much to offer. Our Aunt loves this place. She is so happy. When we come to visit we always enjoy it. Food is always very good.we love the dinners of the countries.

Arbor Ridge at Kernersville

5.0
After my mother-in-law passed away, my father-in-law was lonely and mobility issues made it difficult for him to maintain their home, so he chose to move to Arbor Ridge just before Christmas 2023. He has never looked back or regretted the decision! His studio apartment provides privacy and ...
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Stokes County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stokes County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stokes County, 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 Stokes County 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 Stokes County 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
16.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Stokes County 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 Stokes County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stokes County 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 Stokes County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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