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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Darby, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Darby area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Darby. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 18 independent living facilities in Darby, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Boone, Blowing Rock and Blowing Rock.
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clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community good variety in dining room menu active life activities
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.
Pinecrest provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. You'll be instantly charmed by our peaceful, rural setting that's just a short drive from Charlotte, Asheville, Blowing Rock and Boone. Residents enjoy the convenience of being close to all the entertainment,...
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I cannot say enough good things about Townview. Everyone was so nice and welcoming right from the beginning. My mom has made so many friends and really enjoys all the activities. I wish we would have known...
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.
TownView Senior Living is an independent living community located in downtown Johnson City, at the foothills of the Appalachia Mountains. We are conveniently located within walking distance to parks, shops, restaurants, churches, farmers markets and festivals. We offer spacious apartments in a...
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My family, and I am doing well since the move to this community. We are comfortable with our move here, it is a great. They have a wonderful staff, and they are very kind, and have been helpful when needed....
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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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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My family, and I am doing well since the move to this community. We are comfortable with our move here, it is a great. They have a wonderful staff, and they are very kind, and have been helpful when needed....
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.
At Rose Glen Village, we emulate the Meridian Senior Living mission: 'We enrich the lives of our residents, families and employees through extraordinary experiences... because everyone deserves a great life!' We are located in beautiful Wilkesboro, NC in a desirable location. We take care of the...
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Most of the employees care for the residents and try to provide the best service to them. My loved one didn't care for the food as they missed seasoning of home cooked meals. Some of the activities...
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.
June 2019 Annual State Survey by the Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Health Service Regulation awarded THE GARDENS OF STATESVILLE with a DEFICIENCY FREE SURVEY!As quoted from NC DHSR ACLS website: The goal of inspections is to assess how well the adult care home complies...
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It is a excellent place to stay they keep it clean and the people is real nice and they do activities and they go shopping to and they know how to cook and never late always on time never late feeding them
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 senior living campus is located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley. We are only minutes from Hugh Chatham Hospital. Yadkin Valley Senior Living includes a 60 bed assisted living community, and has 8 independent living apartment units towards the back of the campus. Elkin, NC is home the Yadkin...
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
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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
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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: 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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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
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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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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.
Nestled in the North Carolina foothills lies Parkwood Place, an Independent Living Community that encourages its residents to live retirement on their terms. Parkwood Place is located in a lovely wooded space in the town of Elkin. Our grounds are perfectly manicured, and residents have access 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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Darby, NC
The average cost of senior living in Darby is $2,883 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,804 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Darby, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Darby, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Darby, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Darby
Recent reviews for independent living in Darby
Gardens of Statesville
5.0
Our loved one has only been here a short time, but things are going well so far. The staff members are very receptive and caring. Anytime there is a question or concern they call right away and are great with communication. The meals that they serve are nutritious and she is enjoying them. The ...
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Townview Johnson City
4.9
I am currently a resident at Townview Johnson City and most everything has been great for me here at this facility. I like Townview. I would recommend this facility to others, in fact, I already have.
Yadkin Valley Senior Living in Elkin, NC
5.0
I would say that it is a nice place if you are independent. The apartments are nice and the neighbors are really nice! I would definitely recommend.
Darby independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darby independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darby, 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 Darby 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 Darby 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%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.9%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Darby 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 Darby communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darby 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 Darby offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Pinecrest, Townview Johnson City and Yadkin Valley Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Darby, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Darby, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Darby, North Carolina are Holiday Pinecrest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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