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The cost of independent living in Kings Creek is about $4,173 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 20 options. Read 204 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've have had a good experience here at Morningside of Gastonia. The staff is always friendly and nice and the place is always clean. You will be very well cared for here. And make good friends. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Morningside of Gastonia is the only Assisted Living Community with 24-hour licensed nursing staff. It provides a full complement of assisted living services combined with a comprehensive Check Point Program that enhances and protects quality of life through coordinated and integrated service...
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The facility is clean, quiet, and comfortable. The apartments are very adequate and the staff is usually helpful and friendly.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Quality Care You Can Count OnIf you’re ready to move into an exceptionally warm and welcoming assisted living community in Shelby, North Carolina where you can enjoy spacious and comfortable accommodations, wonderful company and personalized care plans that provide you with quality care you can...
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Overall experience is very good, the facility is clean, the food seems good, the medical care is very good, the activities seem fine. Most of the staff are helpful and kind.
Provides: Assisted 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.
It’s time to upgrade your senior living lifestyle.Choose us for your next home sweet home and you’ll enjoy an assisted living community in Gastonia, North Carolina. Ideally situated just 20 minutes north of Charlotte, we are one of the premier senior communities in the region. Our residents enjoy...
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The staff - very caring but do not check on patients often enough; food was above average; cleanliness - good to above average; size of room - excellent. I will say I would place another loved one there if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Summit Place of Kings Mountain Summit Place of Kings Mountain is an assisted living community located in Kings Mountain, North Carolina of Cleveland County. With its ideal location near many restaurants, shopping centers, public parks, museums and galleries, the city of Kings Mountain offers the...
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Great team, very clean, food is always great, several activities available. I would absolutely recommend this facility to others who are looking for a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Terrace Ridge Assisted Living Terrace Ridge is conveniently located on Hudson Boulevard in one of Gastonia’s vibrant, prestigious neighborhoods. The community is convenient to nearby shops that provide variety and style to satisfy your most pressing need or most capricious whim. Excellent...
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The food looks good and my brother does eat well. This is an older community, however they do keep the community very clean. They clean his room daily. Most of the caregivers are friendly and helpful. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Country Time Inn offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. Here at Country Time Inn, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance...
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The staff has kept me well informed of any medical emergencies my mother has had. They also keep us informed of activities occuring at the facility. I looked at other facilities and this one was local.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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Overall our experience has been good, and all of the staff members are wonderful. The dining room is closed due to covid so the meals are being delivered to their rooms and our loved one is really happy with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Carolina Gardens at York is an assisted living and memory care community located in York, South Carolina. York is a thriving city located near the larger metro areas of Charlotte and Rock Hill. Our historic city exudes southern charm and a rich history while also offering residents a strong sense...
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Things could be improved but they have been very good about some important things. The hall smells of urine more often. The other areas seem clean enough. Again, staff changes lately but they are super nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Situated in beautiful Shelby, known as “the City of Pleasant Living,” our warm, relaxing assisted living single-story community is known for down-home cooking, family get-togethers and lots of fellowship. Senior residents enjoy Terrabella of Shelby’s welcoming environment; engaged and friendly...
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My first time touring this facility [Removed], the director, is very friendly and hospitable. The entire staff from what I have seen is very good. They do a great job as well keeping the place clean and...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Whether for you or a loved one, Cleveland House offers a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable, secure lifestyle for our residents. At Cleveland House, each member of our community enjoys the opportunity to 'live life their way'. Our valued residents enjoy assistance when...
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Brookdale is really well manage. The facility offer a safe, clean, and comfortable living spaces with friendly staff who provides great care for the patient well being.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Explore a Redefined IndependenceSenior living shouldn’t mean a life full of the stress and isolation that often comes from living at home. It shouldn’t be filled with worry about health issues, or whether you’re going to get the help you need each day. Our residents enjoy a premier assisted...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Welcome to The Willows at York, a place to call home. Many do.The Willows at York offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff that greet you everyday. Our caring staff offers the assistance you need while respecting your independence. Living Choices: Assisted...
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I have been impressed by the individual attention shown to my aunt and by the communication from the staff. The facility is down-to-earth, clean, well-run, and the staff is competent and caring. There are...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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: Assisted 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.

Cost of independent living in Kings Creek, SC

The average cost of senior living in Kings Creek is $4,173 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlisle, SC with an average of $2,825 per month.

Independent living costs in Kings Creek, SC, vs. nearby cities

Kings Creek, SC
$4,173/mo
$4,191/mo

Independent living costs in Kings Creek, SC, vs. state and national averages

Kings Creek, SC
$4,173/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Kings Creek, SC, vs. other senior living options

$4,358/mo
Independent Living
$4,173/mo

Independent living costs in Kings Creek, SC, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in Kings Creek 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: Kings Creek, SC
Column state: South Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKings Creek, SCSouth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,173/mo$4,194/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,266/mo$4,375/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,358/mo$4,424/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Kings Creek, SC:$4,173/mo
South Carolina:$4,194/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Kings Creek, SC:$4,266/mo
South Carolina:$4,375/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Kings Creek, SC:$4,358/mo
South Carolina:$4,424/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Kings Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Kings Creek

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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TerraBella Shelby

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Shelby and overall I would say that things are good. The move in process was pretty smooth. The staff are super nice and welcoming. Communication with the family could be better, but it is okay. The value for cost is not so great as families are ...
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Viva Senior Living at Gaffney

5.0
I would say that out of all the facilities I've been to that this one out ranks them all for appearance, cleanliness and staff. It's very upscale. The room sizes in assisted living are great and they have many wonderful amenities offered for the residents. I would highly recommend The Retreat ...
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Kings Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kings Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kings Creek, 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 Kings Creek 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 Kings Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kings Creek, SCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.6%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Kings Creek 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 Kings Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kings Creek, SCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kings Creek 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 Kings Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kings Creek, SCNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.1%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.9%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.9%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
47.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Gastonia, Navion of Shelby and Brookdale Robinwood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kings Creek, South Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 20 independent living facilities near Kings Creek, South Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Kings Creek, South Carolina are Morningside of Gastonia and Chandler Place Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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