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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Granite Falls, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls. 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 29 independent living facilities in Granite Falls, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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.
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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.
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: 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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Granite Falls, NC
The average cost of senior living in Granite Falls is $3,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hickory, NC with an average of $3,052 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Granite Falls, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Granite Falls, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Granite Falls vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Granite Falls, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Granite Falls
Recent reviews for independent living in Granite Falls
Terrabella Lake Norman in Mooresville, NC
3.8
They tend to get friendly and helpful staff. Mom enjoys the interaction.
Some food is good and some not so good. Consistency of food quality would be nice.
Shads Landing in Charlotte, NC
4.6
My Mom is bed bound & under hospice care (since she arrived) so she does not take part in the activities but I see all the activities when I visit her.
She does eat the food there - and I have eaten several meals there too.
It has been fabulous for my Mom to stay there & have the Better at ...
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Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC
5.0
My Mom loves the place including the food. The services are great and everyone is so nice. The bathroom are excellent and easy for her to use. The landscaping is always nicely groomed. The rooms are all made to be very efficient.
Granite Falls independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Granite Falls independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Granite Falls, 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 Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls 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
6.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
17.2%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.3%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
31%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.9%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
27.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
17.2%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.6%
40%
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Holiday Pinecrest, Arbor Ridge at Huntersville and Henderson Care Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Granite Falls, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 29 independent living facilities near Granite Falls, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Granite Falls, North Carolina are Holiday Pinecrest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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