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What we like the most about the community is the staff and yes we would recommend Belvedere Commons of Seneca to others based on the experience so far.
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.
At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the convenience of restaurant-style dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Beautiful Lake Keowee, the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, beaches and great weather set...
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Every one is so nice from staff to residents. When we saw the place we were in love and knew it was the right place for us. They don't have meals or a lot of activities but that's fine with us. Grounds 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.
Mountain Brook Village is a charming independent senior living community settled on 14 acres along the Little Pigeon River in Sevierville, Tennessee. We are a family-owned business of 20 years with helpful, friendly staff who live on site. We aim to offer an affordable and comfortable retirement...
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The only complaint she had was sharing a bathroom and it didn't get cleaned very often. Also, they would only help bathe twice a week and my mom has always bathed daily. Staff was great, food good most of...
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.
The Willows of Easley is more than a place to call home—it's a way of life. Find fulfillment and enjoyment in a vibrant, welcoming community with exceptional care and support. Enjoy a book in the lounge, relax on the patio or visit local attractions. Everything you need is right here.If you’re...
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The community is very friendly. My mom enjoys all of the social activities. The food is really good and nicely presented. The only drawback might be that there aren't extensive outdoor walking/ exercise...
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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We had a great experience with the Everlan, we found the entire experience to be very pleasant. The staff were very attentive to the residents, and the facility was always in excellent shape. They put a lot...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located on twenty three acres of natural beauty, Chestnut Hill of Highlands offers a truly unique retirement community.  Surrounded by beautiful mountain vistas, Chestnut Hill offers independent cottage living, independent lodge apartments, and beautiful assisted living suites expressly...
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I have visited this community over the past 4 years and I have not felt more welcome than I do now! The community smells clean and the residents are always smiling. Just go to their Facebook page and you...
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.
If you are looking for the perfect place to retire for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment.Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent...
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.
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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.
If you are looking for a retirement home for yourself or a family member, you’ve come to the right place. Our mission is to provide affordable housing for seniors, age 50 and up, in a Christian environment. Baptist Retirement Communities of Georgia provides below market independent living at our...
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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.
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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.
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Exceptional care. Staff go above and beyond, they are caring, hard working and compassionate.
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.
Silver Bluff Village is an assisted living community nestled in the mountains of North Carolina, on the bank of the Pigeon River in Canton. This is a place where southern climate mixes with high altitude to create pleasant weather throughout the year. Our residents take advantage of this weather...
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After having lived in a home for 50 years the thought of moving to a retirement community was uncomfortable. After 6 months it has become a most enjoyable New Life. Food is excellent, any problems of which...
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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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.
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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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Franklin, NC

The average cost of senior living in Franklin is $3,045 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Hill, NC with an average of $2,937 per month.

Independent living costs in Franklin, NC, vs. nearby cities

Franklin, NC
$3,045/mo
$3,228/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, NC, vs. state and national averages

Franklin, NC
$3,045/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,460/mo
Independent Living
$3,045/mo

Independent living costs in Franklin, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,866/mo
Studio
$3,014/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,701/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,394/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,675/mo

Senior living costs in Franklin vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Franklin, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFranklin, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,045/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,571/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,460/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Franklin, NC:$3,045/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Franklin, NC:$3,571/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Franklin, NC:$4,460/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Franklin

Recent reviews for independent living in Franklin

College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC

4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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The Willows of Easley

5.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Willows of Easley and everything has been great for him at this facility so far. The staff, cleanliness and friendliness are great. The food, activities and value for cost are also great. My loved one and our whole family are very happy with our choice ...
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Franklin independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin, 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 Franklin 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 Franklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklin, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin 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 Franklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
13.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin 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 Franklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklin, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
4.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
22.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Belvedere Commons of Seneca, Mountain Brook Village Senior Living and The Willows of Easley are the top-rated independent living facilities near Franklin, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 24 independent living facilities near Franklin, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Franklin, North Carolina is Belvedere Commons of Seneca. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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