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The cost of independent living in Shacktown is about $3,248 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 312 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 Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville
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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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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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78 reviews
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I think the most important thing was my Dad felt comfortable there with the atmosphere and the people. He saw it as someplace he could live.
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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77 Floor plans available
9.7
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37 reviews
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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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2323 Floor plans available
9.5
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71 reviews
9.5
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71 reviews
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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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66 Floor plans available
8.3
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39 reviews
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My parents are residents in Assisted Living. There have been changes in staff but they are always helpful and friendly. Dining has improved significantly, meals are well planned and the new al a carte menu...
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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31 reviews
5.0
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31 reviews
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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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8.5
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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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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
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: 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...
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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: 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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Shacktown, NC

The average cost of senior living in Shacktown is $3,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boonville, NC with an average of $3,086 per month.

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

Shacktown, NC
$3,248/mo
$3,263/mo

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

Shacktown, NC
$3,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,216/mo

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

$5,006/mo
Independent Living
$3,248/mo

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

Studio
$3,824/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,358/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,176/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shacktown over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shacktown

Recent reviews for independent living in Shacktown

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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Creekside Terrace in Winston-Salem, NC

5.0
What we like the most about the community are the laundry services, it is very clean, the staff are freezing, it is pet friendly and so much more. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend Creekside Terrace community to other families.

Holiday Forsyth Court in Winston-Salem, NC

4.4
[name removed], our aging loved one, really liked it at Holiday Forsyth Court but she was only there for 5-6 weeks when they told us that she required more care than they were able to provide her, so we had to move her to Homestead Hills Assisted Living. They are very nice there also and it's a ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the kindness and friendliness of the staff and residents at various communities, such as Holiday Forsyth Court and Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, which make new residents feel at home.
Varied activities for socialization. Activities are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with communities like Holiday Forsyth Court, Creekside Terrace, and Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville offering numerous options like movie nights, outings, games, and more to encourage social interaction.
Cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and well-maintained conditions of the communities, such as Holiday Forsyth Court, Creekside Terrace, and Heritage Woods, where residents appreciate the pristine living quarters and common areas.
Personalized care and attention. Residents and their families value the individualized care and attention offered at communities like Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Holiday Forsyth Court, and Creekside Terrace, where staff go above and beyond to meet their unique needs and preferences.
Wide range of amenities. Communities like Holiday Forsyth Court, Creekside Terrace, and Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville offer a variety of amenities, including dining services, security, and transportation, to cater to different aspects of senior living and meet the diverse needs of their residents.
Supportive and caring staff. Numerous reviews express gratitude for the caring and supportive nature of the staff at communities like Holiday Forsyth Court, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, and Creekside Terrace, who ensure residents feel safe and comfortable.
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Shacktown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shacktown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shacktown, 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 Shacktown 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 Shacktown 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
8.3%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.7%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Shacktown 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 Shacktown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shacktown 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 Shacktown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.6%
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Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, Holiday Forsyth Court and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shacktown, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Shacktown, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shacktown, 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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