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The cost of independent living in Lees Mill is about $4,369 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options. Read 1423 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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55 Floor plans available
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They were very attentive and helpful in several areas, offering flexibility which made it possible for my friend to move in quickly. They were patient and understanding and went above and beyond to work with...
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.
Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community's surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts...
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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, 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.
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.
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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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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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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.
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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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.
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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
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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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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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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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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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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Lees Mill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Lees Mill is $4,369 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dunn, NC with an average of $3,370 per month.

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

Lees Mill, NC
$4,369/mo
$4,335/mo

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

Lees Mill, NC
$4,369/mo
U.S. national average
$4,164/mo

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

$5,581/mo
Independent Living
$4,369/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,600/mo
Studio
$4,386/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,422/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,391/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,900/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Lees Mill over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Lees Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Lees Mill

Parkwood Village in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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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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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

4.6
The staff was super helpful and friendly. The facility is very clean. I think it would be helpful if the facility could have some sort of orientation for family members to attend.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff and residents. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in different communities, such as Waltonwood Lake Boone, Gardens at Wakefield, and Atria Oakridge. They make newcomers feel at home, creating a sense of community.
Variety of activities for residents. Different communities, like Waltonwood Lake Boone, Verena at Bedford Falls, and Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, offer a wide range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. These include sports, arts and crafts, educational seminars, and social events.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Numerous reviews praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at various communities, including Stoneridge, Waltonwood - Cary, and Atria Oakridge. The chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences.
Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Reviews highlight the helpfulness and accommodating nature of staff members in several communities, such as Whispering Pines, Waltonwood Lake Boone, and Preston Pointe. They go above and beyond to make residents feel comfortable and well-cared for.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Throughout the reviews, the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities are frequently mentioned as a major factor in residents' satisfaction. Communities like Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, The Cambridge at Brier Creek, and Verena at Bedford Falls take pride in their beautifully maintaine ...
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Supportive and caring environment. Several reviews express appreciation for the supportive and caring atmosphere at various communities, including Bartlett Reserve, Waltonwood Lake Boone, and Waltonwood - Cary. Staff members help residents transition smoothly and provide emotional and physical support when needed.
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Lees Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lees Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lees Mill, 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 Lees Mill 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 Lees Mill 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
16.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lees Mill 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 Lees Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
54.8%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lees Mill 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 Lees Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.9%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
52.4%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
61.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
46.5%
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Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Preston Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lees Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Lees Mill, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lees Mill, North Carolina are 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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