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The cost of independent living in Windy Gap is about $3,326 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 34 options. Read 684 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 have lived at Williams Place Gracious Retirement Living for exactly a year and absolutely love it. The food is excellent; our apartments are cleaned and linens changed weekly; and there's fun things to...
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
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
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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.
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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 Windy Gap, NC

The average cost of senior living in Windy Gap is $3,326 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sparta, NC with an average of $2,828 per month.

Independent living costs in Windy Gap, NC, vs. nearby cities

Windy Gap, NC
$3,341/mo
$3,114/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Gap, NC, vs. state and national averages

Windy Gap, NC
$3,341/mo
U.S. national average
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Gap, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,140/mo
Independent Living
$3,341/mo

Independent living costs in Windy Gap, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,889/mo
Studio
$4,602/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,372/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,635/mo

Senior living costs in Windy Gap 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: Windy Gap, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWindy Gap, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,341/mo$3,699/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living$4,000/mo$4,436/mo$4,780/mo
Memory Care$5,140/mo$5,311/mo$5,536/mo
Independent Living
Windy Gap, NC:$3,341/mo
North Carolina:$3,699/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Windy Gap, NC:$4,000/mo
North Carolina:$4,436/mo
U.S.:$4,780/mo
Memory Care
Windy Gap, NC:$5,140/mo
North Carolina:$5,311/mo
U.S.:$5,536/mo
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Independent living costs in Windy Gap, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Windy Gap 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
Windy Gap, NC$2,984/mo$3,037/mo-1.7%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Windy Gap, NC
2024 average cost:$2,984/mo
2023 average cost:$3,037/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Windy Gap

Recent reviews for independent living in Windy Gap

Ridgecrest in Mount Airy, NC

5.0
I have lived in Independent Living at Ridgecrest almost 2 1/2 years. The person who has influenced my life since she moved here is [name removed] in Wellness. Her exercise class starts at 10 am Monday through Friday. Now I'm not a morning person but she has changed my life style. I don't ...
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Trinity Oaks, a CCRC in Salisbury, NC

5.0
My life was rather chaotic when I first visited Trinity Oaks apartments. My husband had Alzheimer's disease, and I was needing help. Through a series of circumstances, he was admitted to the memory unit, a part of Trinity Oaks continuing care sections. I wanted to be near him to visit, so I ...
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Arbor Ridge at Kernersville

5.0
After my mother-in-law passed away, my father-in-law was lonely and mobility issues made it difficult for him to maintain their home, so he chose to move to Arbor Ridge just before Christmas 2023. He has never looked back or regretted the decision! His studio apartment provides privacy and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at various communities. At Solista Hickory by Cogir, new residents feel at home and make new friends easily. At Holiday Forsyth Court, staff members go above and beyond to make loved ones feel welcome and appreciated.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Numerous reviews express satisfaction with the quality of meals and dining experiences at different communities. At Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, residents enjoy a wide variety of meals and appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions. At Oak Park Retirement, the food is one of the ...
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Access to on-site medical care. Reviews for Arbor Ridge at Kernersville and Holiday Forsyth Court highlight the convenience of having medical care on-site. Residents and their families feel reassured knowing help is available when needed.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Communities like Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville offer numerous activities for residents to engage in, creating a sense of community and fostering new friendships. Residents appreciate the opportunities to socialize and stay active.
Cleanliness and maintenance of facilities. According to reviews at Heritage Woods and Creekside Terrace, the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities are priorities for these communities. Both residents and their families praise the efforts to maintain a clean and well-kept environment.
Friendly and helpful staff members. Several communities, such as Arbor Ridge at Kernersville and Holiday Forsyth Court, have staff members who are friendly, helpful, and genuinely care for their residents. Families and residents express appreciation for the personal connections they've made with the staff.
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Windy Gap independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Windy Gap independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Windy Gap, 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 Windy Gap 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 Windy Gap 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
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Windy Gap 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 Windy Gap communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Windy Gap, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Windy Gap 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 Windy Gap offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Windy Gap, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.3%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.5%
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