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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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Alert, NC

The average cost of senior living in Alert is $3,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Spring Hope, NC with an average of $2,975 per month.

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

Alert, NC
$3,780/mo
$3,740/mo
$3,445/mo

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

Alert, NC
$3,780/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

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

$5,156/mo
Independent Living
$3,780/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alert, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$4,865/mo
Studio
$4,261/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,665/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,339/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,098/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Alert over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Alert

Recent reviews for independent living in Alert

The Fountains at The Albemarle in Tarboro, NC

4.6
Very happy living at The Fountains at the Albemarle. All residents are very friendly at The Albemarle. Food could improve sometimes. The staff at The Fountains at The Albemarle are very friendly and courteous.

Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC

5.0
We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation ...
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Jordan Oaks in Cary, NC

5.0
My mother in law is very happy with the staff and amenities. She loves living there and always speaks so fondly of the staff.

Alert independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alert independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alert, 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 Alert 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 Alert 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
15.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Alert 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 Alert communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
49.1%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alert 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 Alert offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.2%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
62.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
45.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.4%
46.1%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Bartlett Reserve and Waltonwood Lake Boone are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alert, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 59 independent living facilities near Alert, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Alert, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Atria Oakridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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