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The cost of independent living in Vein Mountain is about $3,447 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 852 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: 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: 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.
Photo of Kenworth Hall
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, 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....
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 Good Sheperd Retirement Ctr
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.
Photo of Bayberry Retirement Inn
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 College Walk Retirement Community
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
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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 Vein Mountain, NC

The average cost of senior living in Vein Mountain is $3,447 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Casar, NC with an average of $2,725 per month.

Independent living costs in Vein Mountain, NC, vs. nearby cities

Vein Mountain, NC
$3,447/mo
$3,344/mo
$3,787/mo

Independent living costs in Vein Mountain, NC, vs. state and national averages

Vein Mountain, NC
$3,447/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Vein Mountain, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,852/mo
Independent Living
$3,447/mo

Independent living costs in Vein Mountain, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,205/mo
Studio
$4,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,130/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,112/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Senior living costs in Vein Mountain 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: Vein Mountain, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeVein Mountain, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,447/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$3,432/mo$4,433/mo$4,770/mo
Memory Care$4,852/mo$5,282/mo$5,523/mo
Independent Living
Vein Mountain, NC:$3,447/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Vein Mountain, NC:$3,432/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,770/mo
Memory Care
Vein Mountain, NC:$4,852/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,523/mo
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Independent living costs in Vein Mountain, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Vein Mountain 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
Vein Mountain, NC$3,752/mo$3,546/mo+5.8%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Vein Mountain, NC
2024 average cost:$3,752/mo
2023 average cost:$3,546/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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 Vein Mountain

Recent reviews for independent living in Vein Mountain

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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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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Heritage Hills Senior Living in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and inclusive atmosphere at the communities, with residents feeling like part of a family. For instance, at Brookdale Hendersonville East, the staff is described as 'very all-around friendly and welcoming'. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, the residents a ...
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Great variety of activities for residents. Many reviews highlight the diverse range of activities that communities offer to keep residents engaged and active. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents organize their own activities such as pizza parties, book clubs, and Bible studies. Harmony also has a weekly movie night, fitness clas ...
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Professional and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the dedicated and caring nature of the staff at the communities. For instance, at Heritage Hills Senior Living, the staff is described as 'professional and helpful'. At Solista Hickory by Cogir, the marketing and management teams are praised for their assistance durin ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. Reviews frequently comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, noting the well-maintained facilities. For instance, at Henderson Care Center, the housekeeping team is praised for their efficiency and dependability. At Brookdale Hendersonville East, the outside of the community ...
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Affordable independent living options. Several reviews mention the affordability of the independent living communities, making them an attractive option for seniors looking for an affordable living arrangement. For instance, at Solista Hickory by Cogir, the community is praised for its 'great value' and 'affordable with a sign-on d ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Some reviews mention the convenience of having on-site health care services available at the communities, such as rehabilitation facilities and therapy services. For instance, at Pacifica Senior Living Skylyn, the on-site rehab facility is described as a 'welcome addition'
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Vein Mountain independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vein Mountain independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vein Mountain, 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 Vein Mountain 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 Vein Mountain 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
11.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Vein Mountain 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 Vein Mountain communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vein Mountain 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 Vein Mountain offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.4%
46.4%
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Julian Woods Retirement, LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Solista Hickory by Cogir are the top-rated independent living facilities near Vein Mountain, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Vein Mountain, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Vein Mountain, North Carolina is LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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