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The cost of independent living in Barbecue is about $3,800 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 91 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 Southern Pines
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9.5
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32 reviews
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32 reviews
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The facility is so very clean, bright, nicely decorated and has a friendly feel to it that you notice immediately when you enter I have had limited interaction with them, but each one I have had has been...
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 Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each...
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Photo of Heritage Place
88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.9
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39 reviews
8.9
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39 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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That the patient gets a relationship with the staff and they feel like family would be treated Very professional, Good references all around
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.
Around here, we say that Heritage Place is Full of Life. It’s true. Keeping our Resident engaged, socially, physically and spiritually makes all the difference. It’s why the people who live and who work here seem to have a special SPARK every day. Programming and events range from lectures and...
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Photo of St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC
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2929 Floor plans available
8.2
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6 reviews
8.2
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6 reviews
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3 star
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The reason we gave it a 4 is only because I think everyone can improve somehow, however we have her in a very nice place now. They have been great and I really like it there. The staff is really nice, and...
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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Photo of Bayberry Retirement Inn
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8.0
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10 reviews
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The BayBerry Retirement Inn has been a GOD sent for my mother and my family. The Director ([name removed]) is very kind, pleasant and does an amazing job ensuring each resident is well taken care of. I...
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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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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.
Photo of Edwards Place
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.
Photo of Primrose Villa
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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The Carolina's get 5's across the board, we could not ask for any place that, I would move here now if I could. It is independent living but they offer three meals Monday-Friday and on Sunday's you get the...
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, 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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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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Cost of independent living in Barbecue, NC

The average cost of senior living in Barbecue is $3,800 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.

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

Barbecue, NC
$3,800/mo
$4,066/mo

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

Barbecue, NC
$3,800/mo
U.S. national average
$4,068/mo

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

$5,565/mo
Independent Living
$3,800/mo

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

Studio
$4,215/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,935/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,562/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Barbecue over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Barbecue

Recent reviews for independent living in Barbecue

Southern Pines

4.1
Southern Pines Gracious Living has been a very good place for my mom, small enough that everyone knows each other and greats you when you come in. Staff is curious and helpful when needed. They don't provide nurse care or therapy but have some companies on site that do. I could not be happier ...
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Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Heritage Place in Fayetteville, NC

5.0
I am happy and it could not be any better unless it was a little less costly for the residents !! Everything else is super great!! The staff is super nice and friendly and accommodating !! One thing that would make it better is more bingo !! Otherwise it’s super !! Never been happier since I’ve ...
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Barbecue independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barbecue independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barbecue, 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 Barbecue 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 Barbecue 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
10%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Barbecue 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 Barbecue communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barbecue 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 Barbecue offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.7%
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Southern Pines, Heritage Place and St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barbecue, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Barbecue, North Carolina. See the full list.

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