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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Benham, NC
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Benham, NC
The average cost of senior living in Benham is $3,331 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sparta, NC with an average of $2,759 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Benham, NC vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Benham
Recent reviews for independent living in Benham
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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Holiday Pinecrest in Hickory, NC
5.0
clean, feels like home, moving to NC and happy to find nice community
good variety in dining room menu active life activities
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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Benham independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Benham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Benham, 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 Benham 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 Benham 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
11.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Benham 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 Benham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Benham 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 Benham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
48.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Forsyth Court, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Heritage Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Benham, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Benham, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Benham, North Carolina is Holiday Pinecrest. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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