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88 Floor plans available
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It's a wonderful place and the staff caretakers are amazing. There is just one bad apple that doesn't do her job on the reception desk. She does not call you every morning to check up on you.
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.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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9.1
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Overall this is very good facility. Staff at lower level and mid level are very good. Top level (nurse) was not responsive to issue regarding my medication as a result I was without medication I needed for...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Arbor Landing at Hampstead is offering a unique experiences for seniors and their families. The community is able to offer some traditional assisted living services with their on-site home care services, ask for details!In addition to independent living with assisted living services, the...
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Caring compassionate staff who are very helpful, happy residents and staff who are eager to please, nice facilities, and grounds, transportation to doctors, shopping , and worship, service, planned community...
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.
When you are ready to relax, come home to McCarthy Court, your retreat from it all. McCarthy Court apartment homes make life easy. From maintenance-free living to a full activities calendar, every day feels like a vacation at McCarthy Court. Our friendly, caring staff brings more than 50 years of...
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The Cambridge community is really a great place to live, I give it all 5 stars because it is the best I have ever had. The food that is prepared here is wonderful as well as the staff members. I think I'll...
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.
Cambridge Village of Wilmington Optimal Living® for active adults 55+Every day at Cambridge Village brings a new experience in Optimal Living® – our all-encompassing philosophy that combines professional support, concierge healthcare and social enrichment programs to maximize every resident’s...
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Overall our experience with Riverstone Assisted Living has been a good one! The staff here is friendly and professional, and they do a good job taking care of the residents. They're attentive, and very...
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.
Riverstone Health Management Riverstone Health Management is an assisted living community located in New Bern, NC. New Bern, which is situated in Craven County, is a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The city boasts a rich history, much of which is showcased at...
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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.
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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We have lived here for 5+ years and believe they are some of the best years in our our 60 years of marriage. Our food service brought to our apt. door each day is varied and delicious. During this pandemic...
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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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
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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Cost of independent living in Kellum, NC

The average cost of senior living in Kellum is $3,785 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pollocksville, NC with an average of $2,753 per month.

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

Kellum, NC
$3,785/mo
$3,755/mo

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

Kellum, NC
$3,785/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

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

$4,920/mo
Independent Living
$3,785/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,273/mo
Studio
$4,771/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,996/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,258/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Kellum over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Kellum

Recent reviews for independent living in Kellum

Porters Neck Village in Wilmington, NC

4.7
We are thrilled with how well we are being taken care of during these difficult times! We are fed door to door, brought groceries we have ordered and prescriptions door to door, given daily fun tasks and exercises on our closed circuit TV and shown daily happy faces by our attending associates. ...
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Arbor Landing at Hampstead

4.1
I think they are as good as any. Nothing outstanding. My brother is local so that was deciding factor. I would recommend. The only negative is their food- mom says they use powered eggs! And I was there a Saturday night dinner was salad with chicken over it. Other than that the other standard ...
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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

4.6
My parents have mentioned that breakfast is always cold but that for the most part food is satisfactory. They could use a few more activities for more mobile residents,. The cost is much lower than up north. Overall a good, safe community with a wonderful staff. They know all the residents by ...
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Kellum independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kellum independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kellum, 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 Kellum 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 Kellum partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kellum 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 Kellum communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
30%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kellum 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 Kellum offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
40%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Truewood by Merrill, New Bern, Arbor Landing at Hampstead and McCarthy Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Kellum, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Kellum, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Kellum, North Carolina are Truewood by Merrill, New Bern. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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