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The cost of independent living in Wards is about $4,146 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 16 options. Read 425 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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My Grandma loves it there. She is very happy with her place. She raves about the wonderful friendly staff and helpful service. She has made many friends with other residents.Grandma is very happy...
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.
Our independent living neighborhood offers seniors the perfect balance between independence and support, security and freedom, privacy and socialization.All-inclusive services include:•Private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with convenient kitchenettes, gracious tiled bathrooms,...
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77 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
9.9
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31 reviews
9.9
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31 reviews
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The food is pretty good as well. Fair amount of activities, trips. It's a real nice place. We picked this community from the pictures. Some places had outdated rooms, looked dreary. This place was...
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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9.7
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94 reviews
9.7
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94 reviews
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We loved TerraBella. When my father-in-law was there, he passed away in July, but he was there from [date removed] and we absolutely loved it and he thrived. it was a great fit for him. they worked with his...
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.
Terra Bella Myrtle Beach provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.One of the nation's most popular tourist draws, now you'll be able to call Myrtle Beach home all year round. Conveniently located in the town's center, you're in luck if you like mild weather, miles...
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9.7
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16 reviews
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The staff knows all residents and all relatives that are visiting. You are always given a warm hello. The facility is a couple of years old, but actually looks brand new. There are many activities and...
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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Photo of Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle
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9.7
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Our 90 year old Mom resides in the Memory Care unit at Arbor Landing Ocean Isle. The entire staff is extremely dedicated, very nice and compassionate, and provide exceptional care to our Mom. [name removed],...
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.
Person Centered. Service Focused. Passion Driven. Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle is an exceptional new option for Senior Living in southeastern North Carolina. Arbor Landing offers residents Retirement Living with Assisted Services. A unique alternative for seniors, the community combines just the...
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1717 Photos available
1818 Floor plans available
9.4
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18 reviews
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Staff is awesome, for sure!! Need more staff on the weekends. Care points were tough to follow though. Billing very tough to follow! I believe if you were basically renting or leasing the unit you should run...
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.
Magnolia Bridge at Murrells InletMagnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet is the newest senior living community in the Murrells Inlet area that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. We began construction in 2022 and welcomed our first resident in the spring of 2023. Many of our...
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88 Floor plans available
9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
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It's sooo expensive, but maybe up to par either way others. Mom loves where she lives. She's made so many friends there. We also feel that she's safe and that's more important than anything.
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.
Located on the coast of South Carolina in the heart of the North Grand Strand, River Park Senior Living is a newly-built, non-profit, conveniently located continuing care community, close to dining, shopping, entertainment and medical facilities. River Park is situated on more than 20 acres of...
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37 reviews
8.8
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37 reviews
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Portside was best overall place for mom in Myrtle Beach, SC. From the start the staff at Portside Grande Dunes was excellent. No complaints at all with staff or facilities at Portside I recommend Portside...
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.
At Portside at Grande Dunes, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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8.6
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22 reviews
8.6
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22 reviews
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It is an independent living facility. They only offer lunch but it is a large meal with soup and salad and dessert. My father ate half of it and always brought half back to his place. The meal however is 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.
Cost of residency includes: - Unfurnished apartment. - One well prepared meal per day. - Weekly housekeeping. - All utilities excluding phone and cable. - Scheduled activity program.
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2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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38 reviews
8.6
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Facility is clean, staff helpful and friendly, and the meals are good. My family member is very happy there. The residents are also welcoming and friendly and my family member has met many new and varied...
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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8.0
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68 reviews
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Brightwater provided exceptional care for my mother while in both assisted living and nursing care. Sharon went above and beyond to help ensure my mother was in good care. The staff including [names removed]...
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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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.
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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.
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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...

Cost of independent living in Wards, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wards is $4,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairmont, NC with an average of $3,485 per month.

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

Wards, NC
$4,146/mo
$4,279/mo

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

Wards, NC
$4,146/mo
U.S. national average
$4,095/mo

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

$4,407/mo
Independent Living
$4,146/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,090/mo
Studio
$4,715/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,703/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,185/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,299/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wards over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wards

Recent reviews for independent living in Wards

Brightwater Assisted Living in Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0
All prominent senior living communities have well-appointed housing options with a variety of health, wellness and entertainment programs. What makes Brightwater standout are its Move Coordinator and Mentoring Program. The Brightwater Move Coordinator works with you, your movers and ...
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Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe in Leland, NC

5.0
I cannot say enough good things about Arbor Landing at Compass Point! My parents were in crisis because my 85 y/o father broke his ankle and my mom was taking care of him. This place was a godsend, so well run, the Director, [name removed], made it so seamless to get my parents in quickly, the ...
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Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle in Shallotte, NC

5.0
Moving mom to an independent living apartment was of course very stressful. Chosing the right facility and getting buy-in from mom, who had a 3 bedroom 2 bath house by herself was sometimes tenuous. A place for mom helped to make the right facility choice. The fact that momcould take her ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, the Director and entire staff are described as caring, helpful, and always ready to assist. At TerraBella Myrtle Beach, TerraBella's staff members ...
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Variety of activities for independent living. Residents in independent living communities appreciate the wide range of activities offered, providing opportunities for socializing and staying active. At River Park Senior Living, the staff plans activities tailored to residents' interests, including writing classes, art classes, and water a ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with some commenting specifically on the maintenance and repairs. For instance, at Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle, the facility itself is described as beautiful, and the staff are praised for their quick and efficient main ...
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Caring and compassionate staff. Families and residents often express appreciation for the caring and compassionate nature of the staff at their communities. For example, at Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, the staff are described as warm and caring, always looking out for the well-being of their residents. At Garden Manor V ...
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Communication with families and residents. Clear and effective communication is a key factor in ensuring families and residents are informed and their concerns are addressed. For instance, at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, the administration is praised for their friendliness and caring approach, making it a point to keep families updated. At ...
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Convenient transportation. Transportation is an essential aspect of senior living, and communities that offer convenient options are highly regarded. For example, at TerraBella Myrtle Beach, transportation is available for shopping trips and doctors' appointments. At Portside at Grande Dunes, the community is located ...
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Wards independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wards independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wards, 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 Wards 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 Wards 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
12.5%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
33.7%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.8%
33%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Wards 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 Wards communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wards 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 Wards offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
68.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.8%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46%
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Arbor Landing at Surfside, Indigo at Carolina Forest and TerraBella Myrtle Beach are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wards, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 16 independent living facilities near Wards, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wards, North Carolina are Arbor Landing at Surfside and Indigo at Carolina Forest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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