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The cost of independent living in Twin Lakes is about $4,467 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 57 options. Read 1403 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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Photo of Village Lake Inn
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My friend loves living at this community. The staff make sure she has everything she needs and she is doing much better. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. She has started participating...
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.
Beautiful new Village Lake Inn is located in pastoral Siler City, close to Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Asheboro, and Sanford. We offer affordable independent senior living, all for one low monthly rate. Our building is brand new, built in 2011, and our current staff has over 30 years combined...
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From the moment you walk into Abbotswood at Stonehenge you will realize what a special place it is. Spend some time and you will confirm your initial feelings. You will see smiling faces and happy residents....
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.
Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. Whatever your interests and desire for activity, you are free to enjoy the company of friends at community social events, participate in educational enrichment programs...
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They are understaffed at Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living and it takes too long to sit for a meal. But the food is good. Like anything, there are some good meals and some not so great, but I like...
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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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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Staff is great. Food and the dining area are nice, although if you arrive 15 minutes before the meal times end. Plates, silverware, and cups are always clean. The food will be cold and usually in a to go...
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.
Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community's surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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The Carolina's get 5's across the board, we could not ask for any place that, I would move here now if I could. It is independent living but they offer three meals Monday-Friday and on Sunday's you get the...
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.
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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.
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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, 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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
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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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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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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 Rolling Ridge
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.
Photo of The Templeton of Cary
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.
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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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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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.
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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 Wesley Pines
1212 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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.
Wesley Pines is managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company. Life Care Services ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2019 Senior Living Study and achieved the highest score in all seven study factors: resident services and activities; community staff; food and beverage;...
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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.
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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Twin Lakes, NC

The average cost of senior living in Twin Lakes is $4,467 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunn, NC with an average of $3,495 per month.

Independent living costs in Twin Lakes, NC, vs. nearby cities

Twin Lakes, NC
$4,467/mo

Independent living costs in Twin Lakes, NC, vs. state and national averages

Twin Lakes, NC
$4,467/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Twin Lakes, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,647/mo
Independent Living
$4,467/mo

Independent living costs in Twin Lakes, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,320/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,896/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,723/mo

Senior living costs in Twin Lakes 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: Twin Lakes, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTwin Lakes, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,467/mo$3,700/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,003/mo$4,435/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,647/mo$5,287/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Twin Lakes, NC:$4,467/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Twin Lakes, NC:$4,003/mo
North Carolina:$4,435/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Twin Lakes, NC:$5,647/mo
North Carolina:$5,287/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Twin Lakes, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Twin Lakes 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Twin Lakes, NC$3,877/mo$3,564/mo+8.8%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Twin Lakes, NC
2024 average cost:$3,877/mo
2023 average cost:$3,564/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Twin Lakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Twin Lakes

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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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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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

4.6
The staff was super helpful and friendly. The facility is very clean. I think it would be helpful if the facility could have some sort of orientation for family members to attend.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and Supportive Community Environment. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming atmosphere at various communities, where residents feel at home and build connections with staff and peers. For example, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, my loved one has made friends and enjoys participating in social events, while at Waltonwo ...
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Variety of Activities Tailored to Residents' Interests. Communities offer a range of activities that cater to residents' diverse interests and abilities. At Stoneridge, there are movie nights, bingo, craft time, and social events, while at Jordan Oaks, residents can participate in life enrichment programs, educational opportunities, and physical ...
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Accommodating and Caring Staff Members. Numerous reviews highlight the dedication and compassion of the staff members at different communities. They are praised for their patience, attentiveness, and willingness to accommodate individual needs. For instance, at Preston Pointe, the staff go above and beyond to ensure residents are co ...
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High-Quality Meals and Dining Experiences. Quality meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in residents' satisfaction with their living arrangements. Communities like Waltonwood Lake Boone and Waltonwood - Cary offer varied and tasty menus, accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences. At Brookdale North Raleigh ...
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Well-Maintained Interior Spaces and Grounds. Residents and their families appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, whether it's the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. For example, at Stoneridge, the facility is described as 'very clean and well kept', and at Atria Cary, the grounds are regularly maintained t ...
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Open Communication Between Families and Staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for ensuring residents' needs are met and for maintaining peace of mind. Communities like Waltonwood Lake Boone and Whispering Pines have been commended for their ongoing dialogue with families, providing updates on the ...
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Twin Lakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Twin Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Twin Lakes, 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 Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes 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
16.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.9%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
49%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Twin Lakes, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
49%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
59.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Atria Cary and Stoneridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Twin Lakes, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 57 independent living facilities near Twin Lakes, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Twin Lakes, North Carolina are Waltonwood Lake Boone and Independence Village of Olde Raleigh Sky Active Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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