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The cost of independent living in Wood is about $3,693 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 991 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 Mecklenburg House Retirement
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 Community Living at Its Best
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.
Photo of Hampton Woods Apartment Office
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, 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 The Cypress of Raleigh
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 Eno Pointe Assisted Living
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.
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.
Photo of Glenaire
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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Cost of independent living in Wood, NC

The average cost of senior living in Wood is $3,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Whitakers, NC with an average of $2,855 per month.

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

Wood, NC
$3,693/mo
$4,009/mo
$3,558/mo

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

Wood, NC
$3,693/mo
U.S. national average
$4,096/mo

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

$5,387/mo
Independent Living
$3,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,750/mo
Studio
$4,000/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,238/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,049/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,900/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wood over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wood

Recent reviews for independent living in Wood

The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC

4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.

Parkwood Village in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at different communities. For instance, at Waltonwood Lake Boone, the residents and their families appreciate the staff's attentiveness and willingness to help make the transition smoother. At Atria Oakridge, the staff's ded ...
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Variety of activities. Residents express their enjoyment of the wide range of activities offered at various communities. For example, at Verena at Bedford Falls, the residents enjoy activities like music, games, exercise classes, and performances. At Atria Oakridge, residents are encouraged to try new things and r ...
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High-quality food. Throughout numerous reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Atria Oakridge, the food is described as delicious and varied, with options to cater to individual preferences.
Thoughtful transition process. Several reviews mention the importance of a smooth transition when moving into a senior living community. At Atria Oakridge, the staff go above and beyond to help residents and their families make the move as stress-free as possible. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, the transition is described as a ...
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Spacious and well-maintained apartments. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the private apartments and common areas at various communities. For example, at Preston Pointe, the renovated apartments are described as looking brand new.
Approachable management. Some reviews mention positive interactions with community managers, who are responsive and open to resident input. At Preston Pointe, the manager is described as being very resident-focused, and at The Willows at Raleigh, the manager was praised for her dedication to making sure residents an ...
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Wood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wood, 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 Wood 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 Wood 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
15.2%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
33.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wood 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 Wood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.5%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.6%
43%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wood 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 Wood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.4%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.6%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.5%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.5%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
48.5%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.6%
46.1%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wood, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 36 independent living facilities near Wood, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wood, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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