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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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Cost of independent living in Cooktown, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cooktown is $3,537 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,804 per month.

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

Cooktown, NC
$3,537/mo

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

Cooktown, NC
$3,537/mo
U.S. national average
$4,078/mo

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

$4,277/mo
Independent Living
$3,537/mo

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

Studio
$3,898/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,997/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,303/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cooktown over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cooktown

Recent reviews for independent living in Cooktown

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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Brookdale Bristol

5.0
Our experience with Brookdale Bristol was a very positive one! The facility is clean and well kept, and the people are very friendly. I saw a few communities in the area and Brookdale really impressed me with their activities program. They're definitely worth a look if you're looking into senior ...
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Ardenwoods

4.9
We picked this community, because it had more overall of the things that my mom was looking for. I can say that I like it there. Also, I feel that working remotely, it's hard for you to get a real idea of what's available here. There are many places here that I wasn't aware of until I looked for ...
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Cooktown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cooktown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cooktown, 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 Cooktown 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 Cooktown 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
3.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cooktown 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 Cooktown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cooktown 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 Cooktown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Bristol, Julian Woods Retirement and Harmony at Reynolds Mountain are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cooktown, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 30 independent living facilities near Cooktown, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Cooktown, North Carolina is Brookdale Bristol. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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