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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
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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
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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.
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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9.8
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Living here has been very positive. Attentive staff, attractive facility, good food service as well as other amenities. Good location in the triangle area, convenient to excellent medical facilities ,...
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.
Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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Photo of Holiday Durham Regent
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2525 Floor plans available
9.4
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75 reviews
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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
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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.
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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1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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47 reviews
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Virtually no activities for someone who is virtually blind. Price is on the high side. However, they are very friendly and helpful staff. Friendly residents as well. Food good. Many special fun events....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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2020 Floor plans available
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Transitioning my dad to independent living was hard but not because of the location. The staff here goes above and beyond to help make the experience as easy as it can be. Dad’s apartment is great. Spacious...
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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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.
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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Cost of independent living in Dogwood Acres, NC

The average cost of senior living in Dogwood Acres is $3,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Siler City, NC with an average of $3,371 per month.

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

Dogwood Acres, NC
$3,941/mo
$3,995/mo

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

Dogwood Acres, NC
$3,941/mo
U.S. national average
$4,078/mo

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

$6,457/mo
Independent Living
$3,941/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dogwood Acres, 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 Dogwood Acres over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dogwood Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Dogwood Acres

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.

Dogwood Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dogwood Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dogwood Acres, 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 Dogwood Acres 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 Dogwood Acres 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
20%
33.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dogwood Acres 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 Dogwood Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dogwood Acres 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 Dogwood Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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Waltonwood Lake Boone, Preston Pointe and Atria Cary are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dogwood Acres, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Dogwood Acres, North Carolina. See the full list.

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

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