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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Penland, NC
The cost of independent living in Penland is about $3,436 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 560 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Black Mountain, Marion and Burnsville.
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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, 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.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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: 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.
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, 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: 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, 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: 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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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.
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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 Penland, NC
The average cost of senior living in Penland is $3,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,731 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penland, NC vs. nearby cities
Penland, NC
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penland, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Penland vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Penland, NC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Penland over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Penland
Recent reviews for independent living in Penland
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.
Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Trinity View Retirement Community in Arden, NC
4.8
I am glad I am here at Trinity View. They are able to provide the care that my loved one needs and I am close by to see them. The staff are very helpful to work with if I have questions or concerns.
The meals are usually good. Some of the activities available are music, theater, church ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Numerous reviews mention the friendly and engaging nature of the staff at various communities, such as Solista Hickory by Cogir, Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, who make new residents and their families feel at home.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents at communities like Henderson Care Center, Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, and Bella Vista enjoy the wide range of activities offered, including entertainment, excursions, and classes, that cater to their diverse interests.
Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and proper maintenance of communities, such as Brookdale Hendersonville East, Townview Johnson City, and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, ensuring a pleasant living experience for residents.
Prompt and effective communication. Communities, like Brookdale Hendersonville East, Solista Hickory by Cogir, and Bella Vista, are commended for their clear and responsive communication with residents and their families, ensuring everyone is well-informed and concerns are addressed.
Affordable and inclusive pricing. Many residents express satisfaction with the value they receive at communities, such as Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills, Trinity View Retirement Community, and Solista Hickory by Cogir, which offer a range of services and amenities at reasonable prices.
Friendly and social atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere at communities, like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, Solista Hickory by Cogir, and LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, where residents make new friends and feel part of a community.
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Penland independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Penland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Penland, 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 Penland 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 Penland 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
5.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Penland 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 Penland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.6%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.8%
16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Penland 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 Penland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.9%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.1%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Penland, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 41 independent living facilities near Penland, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Penland, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Solista Hickory by Cogir and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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