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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Butner, NC
The cost of independent living in Butner is about $3,772 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 25 options. Read 834 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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9.9
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114 reviews
In transitioning my parents to the Wake Forest area, we have been so impressed with the expertise of the staff at The Gardens at Wakefield. Everyone has been so kind and caring and willing to help. We...
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.
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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9.9
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101 reviews
My mother has been thoroughly enjoying her time at Bartlett Reserve senior living. The warm and welcoming community, combined with attentive staff, has made her feel right at home. She loves the engaging...
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.
Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...
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9.8
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71 reviews
My Mom recently moved to Atria at Oakridge facility and we could not be more pleased! We have seen a positive change in her attitude and general outlook on life. Everyone is very friendly, kind and...
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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9.6
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32 reviews
There are so many great residents to be friends with. The food us really good! The staff here really cares too. The crowd here feels young lively. The apartments are modern and well laid out. I love it here!
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.
Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...
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9.6
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10 reviews
The Cambridge is a great place. Tons of amenities and the staff is wonderful. WakeMed has a presence in the building and across the street for very convenient access to your healthcare needs. I would...
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.
We believe every day is an opportunity for Optimal Living® – from your community, to your health, to your overall well being. Perfectly situated between Raleigh and Durham, our Brier Creek location provides the best of both worlds – from cultural events to outdoor adventures, and everything in...
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9.5
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75 reviews
It is like living in a hotel! I cannot imagine another senior facility being more accommodating than Brookdale! I loved living there!
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.
Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...
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9.5
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49 reviews
Friendly staff, food is high institutional, residents are mostly welcoming, could be cleaner. Activities have been very good. The outings are either Educational or entertaining or both. I am treated as an...
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 Whispering Pines, 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 and pour coffee at mealtime while taking the time to get to know each of our...
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9.2
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46 reviews
Atria seems like a 5 in all categories so far. At Atria everyone is super friendly and helpful. The facilities are top notch and the food is good with lots of choices. It is very clean, there are a wide...
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
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8.9
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81 reviews
This facility has the most amazing caring and sincere staff. Exceptionally clean, very professional without loosing the personal appeal. The facility provides transportation and age appropriate 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.
Escape the bustle of the city, and retreat to the tranquility of Solista Durham by Cogir.This craftsman-style community is located on a 150-acre nature preserve, which is filled with quiet ponds and weaving hiking trails. So whether you like to stay active and explore or simply prefer to soak in...
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8.2
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42 reviews
Not at all the fault of the facility- wonderful people and wonderful residents Mom didn’t get the level of care needed when she first arrived - she was not independent and we didn’t realize that until she...
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.
Capital Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.0
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33 reviews
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income....
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.
The Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...
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8.0
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23 reviews
From the moment you walk into Abbotswood at Stonehenge you will realize what a special place it is. Spend some time and you will confirm your initial feelings. You will see smiling faces and happy residents....
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.
Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. Whatever your interests and desire for activity, you are free to enjoy the company of friends at community social events, participate in educational enrichment programs...
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7.7
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72 reviews
Excellent choice ... my loved one is not the easiest to deal with and they are very patient with her. We picked this community because my loved one, has extremely low vision. The lighting was good and they...
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.
Magnolia Glen is one of Raleigh’s most reputable senior living rental communities. Our wellness mission is centered on providing safety and security, health and well-being, and five-star services to foster the most vibrant and fulfilling senior living community in Raleigh. We are conveniently...
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I think they need to try and bring some more activities into the property. A lot of people are dissatisfied that they are missing something that they thought they would be getting. A lot of residents tend 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.
Life just keeps getting better, doesn't it? And Overture Crabtree is the perfect place to live it. A welcoming active adult community filled with intriguing people and countless ways to get to spend your time. A gorgeous apartment home, with resort-inspired amenities and services focused on you....
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9.3
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73 reviews
This is a great place for my Mom! Staff are friendly and caring! I think she is adjusting well. She still has her get up and go! I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a reputable place for your...
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.
Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...
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, 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.
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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.
The support you need, with the independence you want.Brand new Coventry House Inn of Oxford takes advantage of what the nearby community has to offer and provides a beautiful, safe, and enjoyable place for all residents to get the most out of each day. Quality retirement living has never been so...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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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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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Butner, NC
The average cost of senior living in Butner is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oxford, NC with an average of $2,546 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Butner, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Butner, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Butner, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Butner
Recent reviews for independent living in Butner
Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC
5.0
We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation ...
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Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC
5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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The Cambridge at Brier Creek in Raleigh, NC
5.0
I am currently a resident at The Cambridge at Brier Creek and everything about my experience here has been great so far. The housekeeping and cleanliness is great. The meals and activities are great. The staff and friendliness are great, also. I would recommend The Cambridge at Brier Creek to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and supportive staff. Several reviews for communities such as Whispering Pines, Verena at Bedford Falls, and Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, highlight the kindness and dedication of the staff. They go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and well-catered for. In particular, at Atria Oakridge, staff m ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Many residents and families express their satisfaction with the quality and range of meals offered at various communities. For example, at Verena at Bedford Falls, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, while at Whispering Pines, the food is praised for being ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Several reviews mention the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of communities like Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge, and The Cambridge at Brier Creek. Residents and families alike comment on the friendliness and willingness of staff and other residents to welcome newcomers and ...
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Thoughtful and flexible accommodations. Several reviews highlight the thoughtful and flexible accommodations provided by communities such as Bartlett Reserve and Verena at Bedford Falls. Residents appreciate the ability to customize their living spaces to suit their needs and preferences, and the staff are responsive to requests f ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents and families consistently praise the wide range of activities offered at various communities, from Whispering Pines to Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, that cater to diverse interests and abilities. Activities are described as enjoyable, stimulating, and social, providing opportunitie ...
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Accessible and convenient location. Several reviews mention the convenient and accessible locations of communities, such as Bartlett Reserve and Verena at Bedford Falls, which make it easy for residents to access essential services and amenities. The proximity of these communities to shopping, health care facilities, and publi ...
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Butner independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Butner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Butner, 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 Butner 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 Butner 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
8.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.5%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.8%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Butner 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 Butner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
56.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.9%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Butner 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 Butner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.9%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.6%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.1%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
65.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
43.5%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
65.2%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.2%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Bartlett Reserve and Waltonwood Lake Boone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Butner, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 25 independent living facilities near Butner, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Butner, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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