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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Long Island, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Long Island area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Long Island. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 56 independent living facilities in Long Island, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mountain Island, Harwood Lane and Davis Lake / Eastfield.
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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.
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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.
Nestled in the North Carolina foothills lies Parkwood Place, an Independent Living Community that encourages its residents to live retirement on their terms. Parkwood Place is located in a lovely wooded space in the town of Elkin. Our grounds are perfectly manicured, and residents have access to...
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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High Point in Fort Mill’s first residents moved in the end of October of 2023. When I went to check it out in January of 2024, the friendliness of the residents was the first thing that impressed me. I...
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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[name removed] was kind, courteous, and extremely helpful in solving my problem with signing in to visit my mother. I was very unsure of how to do it and he straightened it out in seconds, I so appreciate...
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.
Designed to meet the needs of residents 55 years of age and older under a rental plan that affords a unique 'freedom and choice' approach for your service package. The Dorchester offers you the opportunity to design your own residency plan. Along with our basic rental, residents can supplement...
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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Cost of independent living in Long Island, NC
The average cost of senior living in Long Island is $3,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Conover, NC with an average of $3,067 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Long Island, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Long Island, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Long Island vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Long Island, NC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Long Island over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Long Island
Recent reviews for independent living in Long Island
The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC
4.9
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.
The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC
4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Providence Meadows in Charlotte, NC
5.0
Providence meadows has been a great place for my dad and stepmother. Comfortable, clean, beautiful grounds, 3 meals a day and easy monthly rent. Their apartments have nice patios with woodsy views and very quiet. The staff have all been exceptionally helpful and personal. They get to know the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and attentive staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff members at various communities. For instance, at Holiday Willow Grove, the residents express deep appreciation for the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff, who accommodate individual needs and make residents feel at home. ...
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Varied and delightful dining experiences. Several communities offer tasty and diverse meal options, resulting in positive reviews from residents. At Holiday Carmel Place, the chef caters to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, making mealtimes an enjoyable experience. Many residents at Holiday Creekside Terrace enjoy the ...
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Helpful and communicative staff. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is essential for ensuring loved ones receive proper care. At Brookdale Charlotte East, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. Similarly, staff at Greenw ...
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Engaging activities to foster socialization. A wide range of activities catering to various interests keeps residents engaged and active. For example, at Holiday Willow Grove, residents participate in activities such as bingo, movies, and gardening classes, which help them build connections with one another and enjoy a more fulfilling so ...
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Thoroughly maintained living spaces. Residents appreciate clean and well-maintained living environments at their communities. At MerryWood on Park, the MerryWood on Park facility ensures that both the private rooms and communal areas are kept spotless, providing a pleasant and comfortable living experience. Similarly, at Holiday ...
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Resident-focused care plans. Customized care plans tailored to individual resident needs help ensure their overall well-being. At Providence Meadows, staff members work closely with families to understand their loved ones' unique circumstances and create care plans that address their specific requirements, making for a mo ...
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Long Island independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Long Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Long Island, 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 Long Island 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 Long Island 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
12.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Long Island 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 Long Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Long Island 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 Long Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Pinecrest, Heritage Woods and Holiday Creekside Terrace are the top-rated independent living facilities near Long Island, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 56 independent living facilities near Long Island, North Carolina. See the full list.
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