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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Sunnyvale, NC

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The cost of independent living in Sunnyvale is about $3,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 35 options. Read 569 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: 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.
Photo of Appalachian Brian Estates
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.
Photo of Asbury Place of Johnson City
Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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, 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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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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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Cost of independent living in Sunnyvale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Sunnyvale is $3,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Grandfather, NC with an average of $2,938 per month.

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

Sunnyvale, NC
$3,412/mo
$3,444/mo
$3,485/mo

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

Sunnyvale, NC
$3,412/mo
U.S. national average
$4,095/mo

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

$4,951/mo
Independent Living
$3,412/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,385/mo
Studio
$4,326/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,978/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,915/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,152/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Sunnyvale over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Sunnyvale

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunnyvale

Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.

Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC

4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Solista Hickory by Cogir

5.0
clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several residents and families express appreciation for the friendly and inclusive environment at various senior living communities. For example, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, reviews praise the sense of camaraderie among residents, with one reviewer mentioning, 'everyone is SO warm, friendl ...
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Quality meal offerings and accommodations. Meals and dining experiences are consistently mentioned as key factors influencing residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. For instance, at Solista Hickory by Cogir, a reviewer shares, 'Food so much better than what I expected. I enjoy my freedom - going outside to walk o ...
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Engaging and diverse activity programs. Communities with diverse and engaging activity programs are mentioned frequently in positive reviews. For example, at Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, the activity program is sharply focused on residents' needs and interests, with a resident sharing, 'Harmony's activity program is sharply focused ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the importance of friendly and helpful staff in creating a positive living experience for seniors and their families. For instance, at Heritage Hills Senior Living, a resident shares, 'I would say they do an excellent job at encouraging independence while giving the res ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews often highlight the importance of modern and well-maintained facilities in creating a positive living experience. For example, at Carolina Care Retirement Community, the community is praised for being 'very clean and maintained. A great value for the price.' At Harmony at Reynolds Mou ...
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Access to convenient amenities and services. Convenient amenities and services are mentioned as important factors in residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. For instance, at LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, the location is praised for its convenience, with reviews mentioning 'the location is very convenient to downtown ...
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Sunnyvale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunnyvale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunnyvale, 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 Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale 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
6.5%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
9.7%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.1%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.9%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.4%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.3%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
29%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.2%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.1%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.9%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.7%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.3%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.5%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Serene Haven are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunnyvale, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 35 independent living facilities near Sunnyvale, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Sunnyvale, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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