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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Carrboro, NC

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in Carrboro, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Bartlett Reserve
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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102 reviews
9.8
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102 reviews
5 star
88%
4 star
9%
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My mother has been thoroughly enjoying her time at Bartlett Reserve senior living. The warm and welcoming community, combined with attentive staff, has made her feel right at home. She loves the engaging...
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.
Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...
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Photo of Holiday Durham Regent
1414 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.4
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75 reviews
9.4
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75 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
36%
3 star
8%
2 star
4%
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They are very helpful and quick to make accommodations. We had my dad in after only 2 days. We chose this place over others because of Price affordability, they made it possible for us with short notice....
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.
Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...
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Photo of Atria Southpoint Walk
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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46 reviews
8.9
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46 reviews
5 star
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20%
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Atria seems like a 5 in all categories so far. At Atria everyone is super friendly and helpful. The facilities are top notch and the food is good with lots of choices. It is very clean, there are a wide...
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
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1010 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.7
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82 reviews
8.7
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82 reviews
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33%
3 star
12%
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6%
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This facility has the most amazing caring and sincere staff. Exceptionally clean, very professional without loosing the personal appeal. The facility provides transportation and age appropriate activities...
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.
Emerald Pond provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a peaceful 100-acre nature preserve that features ponds, walking trails and abundant wildlife, Emerald Pond is the home you're looking for in Durham. Our community was ranked the #1 Foodiest Small...
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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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My husband and I believe that life at Galloway Ridge (GR) has met our expectations and gone beyond. The outdoor activity options, as well as the cultural and creative arts programs are exceptional and...
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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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
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.
Photo of Rockwood Cottage Apartments
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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Cost of independent living in Carrboro, NC

The average cost of senior living in Carrboro is $3,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Siler City, NC with an average of $3,371 per month.

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

Carrboro, NC
$3,995/mo

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

Carrboro, NC
$3,995/mo
U.S. national average
$4,078/mo

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

$6,440/mo
Independent Living
$3,995/mo

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

Studio
$3,908/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,020/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,194/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Carrboro over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Carrboro

Recent reviews for independent living in Carrboro

Galloway Ridge at Fearrington in Pittsboro, NC

5.0
We have been residents at Galloway Ridge for three years and two months. For us, living here has been a mixed blessing, but all the negatives are with the inevitable process of aging, not with Galloway Ridge which has performed in an exemplary manner. We have extensive experience in attempting ...
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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.

Carrboro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carrboro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carrboro, 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 Carrboro 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 Carrboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Carrboro 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 Carrboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carrboro 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 Carrboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Waltonwood Lake Boone, Preston Pointe and Bartlett Reserve are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carrboro, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Carrboro, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Carrboro, North Carolina are Waltonwood Lake Boone, Independence Village of Olde Raleigh and Home Place of Burlington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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