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The cost of independent living in Dockery is about $3,191 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 25 options. Read 467 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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9.8
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45 reviews
We recently moved mom into a one bedroom apartment. We had toured four assisted living facilities and then Arbor Ridge. The room sizes, really nice staff, friendly residence's, the size of the facility, 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.
The Benefits of Moving toARBOR RIDGE AT STANLEYVILLEArbor Ridge isn’t your typical Independent or Assisted Living community. We are only one of two communities in Forsyth County registered with the state of North Carolina as a “multi-unit assisted housing community with services” (MUAHS). Our...
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9.7
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76 reviews
The staff is full of hardworking dedicated professionals who really care about their residents. The facility is okay- it's old and needs some work but my apartment is lovely. There is no one physically on...
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.
Welcome to Forsyth Court, an independent senior living community with compassionate staff and friendly neighbors. Boasting amenities and services, it's easy to picture what your life will be like here with us. As a resident, you'll enjoy a spacious studio, one-, or two-bedroom apartment suite...
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9.7
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37 reviews
The friendliness and the administrative staff gets a 10! Heritage Woods is welcoming, with caring neighbors and faculty ensure that a new resident settles in and all needs are met, while facilitating 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.
Rest assured Heritage Woods has a long standing reputation in the Winston Salem area. Established 30 years ago, we have served second and third generation family members. Multiple team members have been here over two decades and that is what makes us stand out! Our team is passionate about our...
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9.5
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71 reviews
It was recently updated with a modern feel and smelled good, plus the food is really, really good. heir office staff, specifically [name removed], are amazing! Such a wonderful, compassionate, positive...
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.
Creekside Terrace has been in the business of caring for Seniors. We love all Seniors and are passionate about helping YOU live a better life. Senior Care is our passion.
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8.2
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37 reviews
There has been some staff turnover but generally they are friendly and helpful. I would recommend the place. Dad has been there now for a year
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Brookberry FarmIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingComfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at Harmony at...
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8.0
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15 reviews
Our family is so happy to have my mother at The Gardens of Statesville. She is thriving, loves her room, enjoys her friends, and feels so much genuine love from the caring staff. The facility is always so...
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.
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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7.5
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4 reviews
Carrington Place was a great place for my mother while she was there. She unfortunately passed only a few weeks after being there. They did a great job taking care of her and keeping her in good spirits, and...
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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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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I have enjoy working with [name removed]. She has helped me with improving my body where I have weakness. I can see and feel improvement in my legs, arms, and back. I will continue to work with her as I...
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.
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31 reviews
My mother fell 3 times!! Had met with staff and executive director after the first fall. The first fall should not have happened. Not enough staff to care about the patients. Meet with caretakers on why...
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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9.6
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128 reviews
The atmosphere or environment is great and very inviting. The staff is great also. Nothing comes to mind for improvements at this time.
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.
In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains — just a couple miles from Hickory Lake — is Solista Hickory by Cogir This stunning, craftsman-style community is located on a quaint wooded campus that is perfect for outdoor lovers. Take your pup for a walk, venture off to one of the nearby golf...
8.5
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6 reviews
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
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.
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...
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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: 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....
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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My parents lived here and owned a villa. The only reason we had to leave was because they maxed out on the care that they were able to provide to them. I think that going in here, the evaluation of care...
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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Dockery, NC
The average cost of senior living in Dockery is $3,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boone, NC with an average of $2,679 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dockery, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dockery, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Dockery
Recent reviews for independent living in Dockery
Gardens of Statesville
4.8
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 available were bingo, readings, arts and crafts, exercises, and more for the residents to ...
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Ridgecrest in Mount Airy, NC
5.0
I have lived in Independent Living at Ridgecrest almost 2 1/2 years. The person who has influenced my life since she moved here is [name removed] in Wellness. Her exercise class starts at 10 am Monday through Friday. Now I'm not a morning person but she has changed my life style. I don't ...
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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville in Winston-Salem, NC
5.0
There was nothing easy about making the decision for my mom to move to NC to be closer to me, her daughter. There was nithing easy about visiting all the places to make a decision...until Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville. The best way to describe it is every other place was in black and white and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Comfortable and secure living environment. Many reviews mention the sense of security and comfort in their communities. For example, at Holiday Forsyth Court, residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having nurses on duty and floor managers, as well as a shuttle service for shopping and appointments. The clean and safe apartme ...
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Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews share positive experiences with the staff at their communities. At Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, residents and their families praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, and at Creekside Terrace, the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff is noted. The helpfulness ...
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Customized activities for residents' interests. Communities offer a variety of activities to cater to residents' interests. For instance, at Holiday Forsyth Court, residents enjoy movie nights, Bible studies, and discussion groups, while at Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, veterans appreciate opportunities to socialize with other veterans and ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, the quality of the dining experiences stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, for example, residents enjoy the dinners of various countries, and at Creekside Terrace, some residents mention that the food is bett ...
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Properly maintained facilities and apartments. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and apartments in the communities. For instance, at Holiday Forsyth Court, residents appreciate the well-maintained facilities, organized and equipped living quarters, and clean, comfortable apartments. At Creekside Ter ...
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Open communication between families and staff. Several reviews mention the importance of clear communication between families and staff to ensure everyone is informed and care needs are met. At Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, for example, the staff is praised for their efficient, responsive, and compassionate approach when working with famili ...
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Dockery independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dockery independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dockery, 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 Dockery 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 Dockery 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
13.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dockery 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 Dockery communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dockery 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 Dockery offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40.9%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Holiday Forsyth Court and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dockery, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 25 independent living facilities near Dockery, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dockery, North Carolina are Holiday Forsyth Court and Creekside Terrace. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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