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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bethesda, NC

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Bethesda 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 Bethesda. 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 15 independent living facilities in Bethesda, 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 Pearl Ridge, Camelot Village and Abbington Ridge.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Raleigh, Durham and Cary.

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My husband and I have lived here for almost three years. We had lived at two other local senior living places and feel that this is the best. Having live in managers makes a big difference. The staff 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.
Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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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
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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.
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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66 Floor plans available
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My Dad and I toured Atria twice, along with other communities, before selecting it for a short term respite stay. [names removed] and the entire staff made us feel welcome each time and that didn’t change...
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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The folks have are fascinating and fantastic.Our schedule keeps our minds healthy active. We thrive on eating the right foods. The happy atmosphere keeps is going! Our children like is being at The Willows.
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.
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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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
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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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I would give them 5 for all questions. Great place. The staff, restaurant and activities. We would absolutely recommend the community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Preston Pointe is the perfect mix of upscale senior living and Southern charm. Our philosophy of always making you feel welcomed, valued and at home in a friendly and luxurious space sets us apart from other retirement communities in the research triangle. We offer the best characteristics of...
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The admin staff are fantastic. The overall experience was great. Super clean and roomy facility. Great location and close to stores. Even though my mom did not take advantage of many of the "activities"...
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.
We believe every day is an opportunity for Optimal Living® – from your community, to your health, to your overall well being. Perfectly situated between Raleigh and Durham, our Brier Creek location provides the best of both worlds – from cultural events to outdoor adventures, and everything in...
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Front desk staff were kind and helpful. [name removed] of Legacy at Bartlett Reserve therapy services was very supportive. Overall the staff were empathetic and patient.
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.
Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...
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The people here are very friendly and helpful in brining in a new resident with my cat. Maintenance team very responsive. Large daily menu options in a lovely dining room. Many daily activities. You can be...
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
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Capital Oaks is a wonderful community. My mom has been here for several years. The staff is always friendly and helpful. There are activities for everyone and it's a great environment. I'm so happy we...
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.
Capital Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...
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They were a little busy with new residents near the first of the month but my sister is very happy there. I was unfamiliar with Senior all inclusive living facilities. What a great idea. If there was one...
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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.
Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...
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1) They need a better selection of meals. 2) They should consider increasing their drive radius to 15 miles. Everything around here is very spread out.
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.
Emerald Pond provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a peaceful 100-acre nature preserve that features ponds, walking trails and abundant wildlife, Emerald Pond is the home you're looking for in Durham. Our community was ranked the #1 Foodiest Small...
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From the moment you walk into Abbotswood at Stonehenge you will realize what a special place it is. Spend some time and you will confirm your initial feelings. You will see smiling faces and happy residents....
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.
Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. Whatever your interests and desire for activity, you are free to enjoy the company of friends at community social events, participate in educational enrichment programs...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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 Bethesda, NC

The average cost of senior living in Bethesda is $3,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kittrell, NC with an average of $3,071 per month.

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

Bethesda, NC
$3,939/mo
$3,939/mo

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

Bethesda, NC
$3,939/mo
U.S. national average
$4,073/mo

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

$6,361/mo
Independent Living
$3,939/mo

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

Studio
$3,845/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,463/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,272/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Senior living costs in Bethesda 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: Bethesda, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBethesda, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,939/mo$3,609/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living$5,541/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$6,361/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Bethesda, NC:$3,939/mo
North Carolina:$3,609/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Bethesda, NC:$5,541/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Bethesda, NC:$6,361/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Bethesda, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bethesda 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
Bethesda, NC$4,022/mo$3,971/mo+1.3%
North Carolina$3,601/mo$3,417/mo+5.4%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Bethesda, NC
2024 average cost:$4,022/mo
2023 average cost:$3,971/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,601/mo
2023 average cost:$3,417/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bethesda

Recent reviews for independent living in Bethesda

The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

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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Overture Crabtree 55+ Apartment Homes in Raleigh, NC

3.9
I think they need to try and bring some more activities into the property. A lot of people are dissatisfied that they are missing something that they thought they would be getting. A lot of residents tend to get into their own groups which can be good for some people, and not so good for others. ...
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Bethesda independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bethesda independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bethesda, 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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda 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
9.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bethesda 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 Bethesda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bethesda, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
72.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
81.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bethesda 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 Bethesda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
81.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
81.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
81.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.8%
47%
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Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Atria Cary and Atria Oakridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bethesda, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Bethesda, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bethesda, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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