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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Waycross, NC
The cost of independent living in Waycross is about $3,890 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 418 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Clinton, Mount Olive and Kerr.
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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
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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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It was a nice place for my dad to live once he relocated to Hampstead. I would recommend to others looking that they take a tour. I do not know what it is like now but if I was looking for an independent...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Arbor Landing at Hampstead is offering a unique experiences for seniors and their families. The community is able to offer some traditional assisted living services with their on-site home care services, ask for details!In addition to independent living with assisted living services, the...
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9.0
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207 reviews
We would give a 5 on all of these. My parents love the community, the staff, and the other residents. The dining staff and chef are friendly and accommodating. The chef seems to hold a "ask and you shall...
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.
The Woods at Holly Tree provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of the bustling town of Wilmington, you'll love coming home to a calm and friendly environment in the heart of it all. We're close to excellent shopping and first-class...
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47 reviews
The Cambridge community is really a great place to live, I give it all 5 stars because it is the best I have ever had. The food that is prepared here is wonderful as well as the staff members. I think I'll...
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.
Cambridge Village of Wilmington Optimal Living® for active adults 55+Every day at Cambridge Village brings a new experience in Optimal Living® – our all-encompassing philosophy that combines professional support, concierge healthcare and social enrichment programs to maximize every resident’s...
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8.9
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39 reviews
That the patient gets a relationship with the staff and they feel like family would be treated Very professional, Good references all around
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.
Around here, we say that Heritage Place is Full of Life. It’s true. Keeping our Resident engaged, socially, physically and spiritually makes all the difference. It’s why the people who live and who work here seem to have a special SPARK every day. Programming and events range from lectures and...
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77 reviews
She is enjoying her new home, activities are always available. Transportation had been well. Food is great, her space is bigger than her last spot! Much more affordable. Thank you! It’s great and I think...
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.
The unique exteriors are almost as stunning as the exquisite and tasteful interiors of Solista Wilmington by Cogir. Solista Wilmington by Cogir is a community that provides residents with a low-stress environment, daily entertainment, and supportive independent living services. This pet-friendly...
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: 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.
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
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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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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
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.
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.
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: 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.
Welcome To An Exceptional Retirement Destination!When selecting a retirement destination, one of the most important considerations is location. Brightmore of Wilmington is especially appealing to residents who appreciate the beauty,tradition and charm of one of America's oldest cities, as well as...
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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.
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;...
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 Waycross, NC
The average cost of senior living in Waycross is $3,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kenansville, NC with an average of $3,536 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Waycross, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Waycross, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Waycross, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Waycross
Recent reviews for independent living in Waycross
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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Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC
4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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The Woods at Holly Tree in Wilmington, NC
5.0
That the client can get as involved in the activities as they want . The dining room was wonderful, staff were great to work with!
My mom was in the efficiency apartment and that was plenty big for her.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Beautifully maintained outdoor spaces. Reviews praise the peaceful and picturesque outdoor areas at various communities, such as Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe and Heritage Place, where residents enjoy walking paths, gardens, and lakeside views.
Dedicated and professional staff. Several reviews mention the exceptional care and attentiveness of staff members at communities like The Woods at Holly Tree, Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, and Cambridge Village of Wilmington, ensuring residents feel well cared for and valued.
Variety of activity offerings. Communities like The Woods at Holly Tree, Solista Wilmington by Cogir, and Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe offer a wide range of activities, including concerts, crafts, and social events, to keep residents engaged and active.
Well-appointed and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the importance of cleanliness and updated facilities at communities, such as Solista Wilmington by Cogir, Cambridge Village of Wilmington, and The Woods at Holly Tree, where residents appreciate the attention to detail in their living spaces.
Close proximity to familiar surroundings. Families appreciate the convenience of communities like The Woods at Holly Tree, Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, and Heritage Place, which are located near their loved ones' old homes and familiar surroundings.
Improving food quality and options. Communities like Arbor Landing at Hampstead, The Woods at Holly Tree, and Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe are making efforts to enhance their dining experiences, with residents expressing satisfaction and improvements in food quality.
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Waycross independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waycross independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waycross, 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 Waycross 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 Waycross 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
5.9%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.9%
33.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Waycross 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 Waycross communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waycross 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 Waycross offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
45.7%
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Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe, Arbor Landing at Hampstead and The Woods at Holly Tree are the top-rated independent living facilities near Waycross, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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