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The cost of independent living in Guilford County is about $4,416 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 194 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 Heritage Greens
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1414 Floor plans available
9.6
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46 reviews
9.6
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The food could be better. One of the reasons we chose this community over others is the entry fee was reasonable versus [community removed]
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.
Three decades of experience means senior living that you can depend on. Heritage Greens offers a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich campus that includes a full continuum of senior lifestyle options from Independent Living apartment homes to Assisted Living and Memory Care. Pathways meander...
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Photo of Carolina Estates
1010 Photos available
9.4
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63 reviews
9.4
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63 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
13%
3 star
6%
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Overall it is a good value for the money. The facility is clean and they provide 3 meals a day for a reasonable rate. The apartment sizes there are a very nice size and have good patio views!
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.
We believe that Carolina Estates is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Carolina Estates, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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Photo of Harmony at Greensboro
1010 Photos available
2323 Floor plans available
9.3
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50 reviews
9.3
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50 reviews
5 star
56%
4 star
28%
3 star
14%
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2%
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Meals need much better variety, much better taste of food: vegetables are over cooked and never roasted, never any condiments, most food is very plain and tasteless, overall food needs less starch and salt....
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 GreensboroIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Greensboro, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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Photo of Abbotswood At Irving Park
1818 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
8.6
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31 reviews
8.6
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31 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
13%
3 star
6%
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3%
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I rate all seven categories a 5 for Abbotswood At Irving Park community. They have genuinely caring staff, quality activities. It is costly but worth it to me. Based on the experience we have had so far,...
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.
The peaceful atmosphere with exquisite gardens and mature landscaping is ideal to enjoy your favorite pastime, such as reading a book under a shade tree, relaxing in the courtyard or enjoying an outdoor lunch with friends in the picnic area. There are perennial and annual gardens, and a community...
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8.0
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1 review
8.0
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So far things have been wonderful! Getting maintenance requests has been a little slow, but everyone is new and has lots of things to be done. Food is exceptional especially the vegetable. My apartment feel...
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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A Place for Mom helped us find this wonderful place for our Mother. This is a very difficult thing to do under the best of circumstances but Carillon is a perfect fit. She is happier than she has been in...
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 Carillon is not just a senior apartment building; it is a community of friends and neighbors who come together to celebrate their life accomplishments and make the most of their senior years through a fun and active lifestyle of freedom and independence. Whether relaxing in their spacious...
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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Cost of independent living in Guilford County, NC

The average cost of senior living in Guilford County is $4,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kernersville, NC with an average of $3,680 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Guilford County, NC vs. nearby counties

Guilford County, NC
$4,416/mo

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

Guilford County, NC
$4,416/mo
U.S. national average
$4,067/mo

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

$5,632/mo
Independent Living
$4,416/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,200/mo
Studio
$4,508/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,166/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,249/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Guilford County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Guilford County

Recent reviews for independent living in Guilford County

Arbor Ridge at Kernersville

4.1
We like the size of the room/apartment. We like the amenities. Overall she is happy. I think the staff could work on communication between departments. The front office (with the exception of 2) seem annoyed when they are approached or asked a question and say it's another departments ...
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Heritage Greens in Greensboro, NC

5.0
I would give heritage a 5 on all counts. Lots of activities and mom said the food was delicious. One especially nice feature was the small cafe in the lower level that is open for alternative meal choices if you don't care for the dining hall choices or want to eat at a different time of day ...
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Abbotswood At Irving Park in Greensboro, NC

4.9
Abbotswood at Irving Park has been amazing. The location is very close to the hospitals and grocery stores and doctors offices. All of the staff have been so friendly and you get a great feeling when you walk in. I do think they could provide some more activities for the residents. The meals are ...
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Guilford County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Guilford County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Guilford County, 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 Guilford County 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 Guilford County 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
12.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Guilford County 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 Guilford County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Guilford County 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 Guilford County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.7%
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Heritage Greens, Carolina Estates and Home Place of Burlington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Guilford County, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

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

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