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Photo of Truewood by Merrill, New Bern
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88 Floor plans available
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It's a wonderful place but we will run out of money soon and need to find a place that takes her Medicaid. Originally we thought it was a cheaper option but they were misleading about cost up front. Top...
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.
Living at Truewood by Merrill, New Bern means being a part of an active, vibrant community. Enjoy delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of social activities and the freedom to explore your interests. There are countless opportunities to connect, grow and live up to your full potential.If...
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I must say that all aspects of McCarthy court exceeded expectations. Everything you mentioned above and the personal care and attention provided by the staff were comforting. Also, the dining options 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.
When you are ready to relax, come home to McCarthy Court, your retreat from it all. McCarthy Court apartment homes make life easy. From maintenance-free living to a full activities calendar, every day feels like a vacation at McCarthy Court. Our friendly, caring staff brings more than 50 years of...
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Overall our experience with Riverstone Assisted Living has been a good one! The staff here is friendly and professional, and they do a good job taking care of the residents. They're attentive, and very...
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.
Riverstone Health Management Riverstone Health Management is an assisted living community located in New Bern, NC. New Bern, which is situated in Craven County, is a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The city boasts a rich history, much of which is showcased at...
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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.
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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Change is HARD!! It was difficult leaving our lovely home after 46 years. In short — it was the best decision we ever made and we could not be happier! Life simply does not get any easier as the years go...
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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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.
Autumn Summers is a 55+ leisure living community with a mission to engage, enrich, and nurture the health and spirits of the active seniors in our care.Our essence in précis is to establish private retirement villages providing an integrated network of concierge, security and well-being services...
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Cost of independent living in Rhems, NC

The average cost of senior living in Rhems is $2,753 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Aurora, NC with an average of $2,299 per month.

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

Rhems, NC
$2,753/mo

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

Rhems, NC
$2,753/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,476/mo
Independent Living
$2,753/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,150/mo
Studio
$3,307/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,748/mo

Senior living costs in Rhems 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: Rhems, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRhems, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$2,753/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,567/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,476/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Rhems, NC:$2,753/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Rhems, NC:$3,567/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Rhems, NC:$4,476/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Rhems, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rhems and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Rhems, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rhems have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rhems, NC$3,141/mo$3,112/mo+0.9%
North Carolina$3,570/mo$3,402/mo+4.9%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Rhems, NC
2024 average cost:$3,141/mo
2023 average cost:$3,112/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,570/mo
2023 average cost:$3,402/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Rhems

Recent reviews for independent living in Rhems

Cypress Glen in Greenville, NC

5.0
I'd like to thank the Cypress Glen Community (staff and residents) who have made my mother's first year there so special! Relocating to her new home in Greenville (especially during a pandemic) one year ago went very well. Our family (including Mom) have been pleased with the care she's received ...
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McCarthy Court in New Bern, NC

4.6
Caring compassionate staff who are very helpful, happy residents and staff who are eager to please, nice facilities, and grounds, transportation to doctors, shopping , and worship, service, planned community activities and events, nice amenities, very positive experience for my family. Would ...
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Truewood by Merrill, New Bern

4.9
My dad fought me on moving out of his home into a facility of care. [name removed]sent us a video of an independent living apartment at Truewood. That hooked Dad. He loves the food, especially breakfast, as he is usually the first one at the dining hall. They take him to his doctor’s ...
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Rhems independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rhems independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rhems, 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 Rhems 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 Rhems 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
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Rhems 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 Rhems communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rhems, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rhems 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 Rhems offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rhems, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
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