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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Three Mile, NC
The cost of independent living in Three Mile is about $3,405 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 301 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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I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for...
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.
We believe that Bella Vista Independent Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Bella Vista Independent Living, our management teams...
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I cannot say enough good things about Townview. Everyone was so nice and welcoming right from the beginning. My mom has made so many friends and really enjoys all the activities. I wish we would have known...
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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.
TownView Senior Living is an independent living community located in downtown Johnson City, at the foothills of the Appalachia Mountains. We are conveniently located within walking distance to parks, shops, restaurants, churches, farmers markets and festivals. We offer spacious apartments in a...
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I just moved my parents into the Villas which is independent living. Before the move, the admin were great about adding accommodations my parents requested, so they were in place when they arrived. We had a...
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.
Henderson Care Center-Forest City, North CarolinaWho are we? Henderson Care Center has been serving Rutherford County since 1992.We provide quality care to all our residents. Our goal is to meet each resident’s needs while maintaining the highest level of choice, dignity, respect and...
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4 reviews
Good things here are: new, good quality apartments and excellent food. Three healthy meals a day plus 24-hour snack options, special events, and ample menu choices. Good gym equipment and in-house...
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.
Julian Woods Retirement CommunityJulian Woods Retirement Community is South Asheville’s beautiful brand new senior living community! Opened in May 2024 in Arden NC, Julian Woods has 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments with a variety of...
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56 reviews
I liked the place and would have kept her there but she said she didn't like it. There were always activities and she did a lot of walking to stay active. I only worried about her getting enough to drink...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Reynolds MountainIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Asheville, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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6 reviews
5 on all except the meals which are still very good but prob at a 4. There is a beautiful view of the mountains are a bonus as is its location, which is close to a number of restaurants and easy shopping...
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.
Created for adults 55+ who seek to get the most out of life, Everlan fuses luxury with thoughtful design.Enjoy beautiful aesthetics and premium amenities without the upkeep. From five-star cuisine to concierge and housekeeping services, we take care of the details, so you are free to do your...
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13 reviews
I would highly recommend Trinity View Retirement Community to others. They have great staff who are accommodating with everything. The food has not been what my loved one likes. Otherwise, the experience has...
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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My family, and I am doing well since the move to this community. We are comfortable with our move here, it is a great. They have a wonderful staff, and they are very kind, and have been helpful when needed....
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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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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The decorations, especially what the activity director gal is able to do around the holidays is just wonderful. The porch and the surrounding grounds with all the place is super nice. Based on what our loved...
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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Well so far it is going well. We are trying to get settled in, and are feeling a bit under the weather, but we don't have any complaints so far.
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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.
Fletcher Park Inn (FPI), offers seniors a 500 acre retirement haven nestled in the tranquil and pristine splendor of the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. This primely located Christian Retirement Community offers affordable, spacious apartments (700-1,000 sq. ft.), villa...
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clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities
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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.
In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains — just a couple miles from Hickory Lake — is Solista Hickory by Cogir This stunning, craftsman-style community is located on a quaint wooded campus that is perfect for outdoor lovers. Take your pup for a walk, venture off to one of the nearby golf...
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We lived at one time at a different independent living place which we did like move to abundant the apartments are large we have 1200sq feet bath and half washier and dryer full kitchen excellent place to...
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.
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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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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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My mother is loving her stay at the McCune Center! The staff is doing a great job at catering to my mother's needs. The facility is well maintained. There are many opportunities for my mother to participate...
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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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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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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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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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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 Three Mile, NC
The average cost of senior living in Three Mile is $3,405 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,753 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Three Mile, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Three Mile, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Three Mile
Recent reviews for independent living in Three Mile
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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Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC
4.8
I am glad I am here at Trinity View. They are able to provide the care that my loved one needs and I am close by to see them. The staff are very helpful to work with if I have questions or concerns.
The meals are usually good. Some of the activities available are music, theater, church ...
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Abundant Christian Living Community in Johnson City, TN
3.9
The residents & staff are great.
Food is okay
I believe they may be a little under staffed.
Disappointed to see rate increase 2 months after moving in, my rate was locked in for a year.
Independent living space is adequate for what I stepped down into. Good way to start your downsizing.
Three Mile independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Three Mile independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Three Mile, 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 Three Mile 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 Three Mile 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
3.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
6.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Three Mile 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 Three Mile communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Three Mile 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 Three Mile offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
23.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Solista Hickory by Cogir, Bella Vista and Townview Johnson City are the top-rated independent living facilities near Three Mile, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 33 independent living facilities near Three Mile, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Three Mile, North Carolina is Solista Hickory by Cogir. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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