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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Suttontown, NC

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Photo of Atria Cary
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2222 Floor plans available
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Atria is a caring place, where people actually get to know each other. The staff is helpful, food is good and plentiful (three full meals a day), and they offer fun events for residents and their families...
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.
Sitting near the majestic Symphony Lake and surrounded by fragrant tall pines, Atria Cary will offer a vibrant new community for older adults who value their independence.The 138 apartments in this four-story residence will feature one- and two-bedroom floor plans – all with amazing views – and...
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9.8
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52 reviews
9.8
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52 reviews
5 star
75%
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19%
3 star
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The staff gets a 10!!! What we like the most about the community is that The resident managers living onsite! It is absolutely vital to their resident family! That's how they consider them. Recognizing when...
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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Photo of The Willows at Raleigh
1111 Photos available
9.8
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28 reviews
9.8
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28 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
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3 star
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They have friendly people and staff. They are caring - I was in the hospital twice and I was told I was missed. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
The Willows at Raleigh offers high-quality independent living and access to assisted living services through licensed providers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Located in the heart of the South, our community exudes southern hospitality, capturing the warmth and friendliness of our city.
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9.7
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37 reviews
9.7
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37 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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My 97-year-old widowed mother has found such a wonderful home at Waltonwood. We looked at several independent living communities; none can compare to the warmth, care, and sense of community here. From the...
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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9.4
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93 reviews
9.4
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5 star
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The staff are awesome! My mom has not participated in very many activities yet so I cannot rate those but I have spent a bit of time looking at what is available and it does seem sufficient, diverse 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.
Life at Cambridge Village goes beyond retirement living! By focusing on improving every aspect of our residents’ lives, we create Optimal Living®. As an Optimal Living community we provide a total wellness approach that engages our residents physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.We...
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9.2
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71 reviews
9.2
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71 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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Friendly staff and committed. It is a clean facility and we would recommend Jordan Oaks to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...
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88 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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46 reviews
8.9
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46 reviews
5 star
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3 star
9%
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Heritage place is a great place for Mom. The rooms are clean, the hallways are roomy and wide, the staff are friendly and accommodating. The food needs to have more variety, but it is nutritious.
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.
Around here, we say that Heritage Place is Full of Life. It’s true. Keeping our Resident engaged, socially, physically and spiritually makes all the difference. It’s why the people who live and who work here seem to have a special SPARK every day. Programming and events range from lectures and...
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8.1
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45 reviews
8.1
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45 reviews
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3 star
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2 star
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What we like the most about the community is that there are always things going on. Yes we would recommend Waltonwood - Cary to other families 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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...
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7.9
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11 reviews
7.9
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11 reviews
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3 star
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[name removed], my MIL, did NOT want to leave her home, but after a short adjustment period she really felt loved and cared for there. It felt like extended family. They brought other residents in to meet...
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.
Parkwood Village and The Landing is where luxury and small town charm meet. It is located in the heart of Wilson, North Carolina. From a caring, dedicated support team to a broad range of services and amenities, Parkwood Village and The Landing provide you with the lifestyle you want and a place...
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1616 Floor plans available
7.7
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45 reviews
7.7
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45 reviews
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3 star
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The staff was awesome! My mom was in the hospital a couple times, and it would have been nice if somebody had called me to ask me how she was doing. Maybe they don't do that? She had to go to rehab 3 weeks...
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.
Woodland Terrace is a trusted community with 20 years of experience. Our tenured staff and resident longevity speaks to the confidence you can expect at Woodland Terrace.Arranged on 22 acres of lushly landscaped grounds, Woodland Terrace has the charm of a small southern town. Our community...
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Photo of Overture Centennial
1919 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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15 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
20%
3 star
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2 star
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We were promised a daily breakfast when we signed the lease, but it soon evolved into a weekly affair. The activities is perhaps the most attractive part of the experience. We had quality entertainment on a...
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.
Under construction, opening Early 2020- Welcome to Overture Centennial, a place to rediscover yourself (and your retirement), in the comfort of a community designed with you in mind. We give you the means to live an active and fulfilled life; you create the experience. With access to an abundance...
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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, 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.
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.
Photo of Primrose Villa
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.
Photo of Herritage Elite Estate
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.
Photo of Edwards Place
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.
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, 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.
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.
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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
Photo of The Templeton of Cary
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.

Cost of independent living in Suttontown, NC

The average cost of senior living in Suttontown is $4,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walnut Creek, NC with an average of $3,147 per month.

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

Suttontown, NC
$4,206/mo
$3,538/mo

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

Suttontown, NC
$4,206/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

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

$4,866/mo
Independent Living
$4,206/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,865/mo
Studio
$4,432/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,841/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,288/mo

Senior living costs in Suttontown 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: Suttontown, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSuttontown, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$4,206/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,957/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,866/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Suttontown, NC:$4,206/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Suttontown, NC:$3,957/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Suttontown, NC:$4,866/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Suttontown, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Suttontown 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 Suttontown, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Suttontown 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
Suttontown, NC$4,167/mo$3,580/mo+16.4%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,265/mo$3,169/mo+3.0%
Suttontown, NC
2024 average cost:$4,167/mo
2023 average cost:$3,580/mo
Percent change:+16.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,265/mo
2023 average cost:$3,169/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Suttontown

Recent reviews for independent living in Suttontown

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Parkwood Village in Wilson, NC

4.4
From the initial visit to move in, everyone has been genuinely nice and friendly. Everyone is and was very welcoming. The landing is a great place to live. The location is a plus. The only downside in my opinion is that every year the rent goes up, which i don’t like because most people who live ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Delicious meals and accommodating chefs. Reviews consistently praise the quality of meals and the accommodating nature of chefs at various communities. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, the Dining Room boasts white tablecloths and linen napkins, and residents enjoy outstanding food and the flexibility to eat in private dining rooms on specia ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the kind and caring nature of staff members. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, friendly and caring residents have developed long-term friendships with the community's caregivers. At Woodland Terrace, staff are described as approachable and supportive, making ...
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Engaging activities and social opportunities. Reviews often highlight the wide range of activities offered, with residents enjoying card games, Ladies Tea on Saturdays, movie nights, and numerous other social events. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents engage in arts and crafts classes, gardening, and attend meetings for men. At Cambridg ...
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Thoughtfully maintained communities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, with pristine bathrooms, high-end furnishings, and well-maintained grounds. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, private rooms and common areas are kept spick-and-span, and the gym teacher is loved by all residents. At Cambridge Vil ...
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Supportive and dedicated staff. Reviews often mention staff members' dedication to supporting residents and their families. At Stoneridge, staff accommodate residents' needs and ensure they are involved in various activities. At Woodland Terrace, staff work with families to keep them informed about their loved ones' care a ...
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Welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the welcoming and inclusive nature of communities, with residents making friends and feeling at home. At Waltonwood Lake Boone, residents describe a warm and friendly community where everyone interacts on a daily basis. At Cambridge Village of Apex, newcomers find ...
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Suttontown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Suttontown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Suttontown, 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 Suttontown 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 Suttontown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Suttontown, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Suttontown 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 Suttontown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Suttontown, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Suttontown 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 Suttontown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Suttontown, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Cary, Stoneridge and The Willows at Raleigh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Suttontown, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 26 independent living facilities near Suttontown, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Suttontown, North Carolina is Waltonwood Lake Boone. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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