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I have enjoy working with [name removed]. She has helped me with improving my body where I have weakness. I can see and feel improvement in my legs, arms, and back. I will continue to work with her as I...
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.
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There are not enough words to describe Carmel Hills! It is the most wonderful loving place. My Mother lived there for 14 months and was taken better care of than I could ever imagine. The people that work...
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.
Carmel Hills is a Continuing Care Retirement Community for Christians. We have specialized in the care and encouragement of the Lord’s people for over 30 years. Our long-term staff consists of trained, experienced, and friendly people who are all interested in the safety and security of our...
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It is a excellent place to stay they keep it clean and the people is real nice and they do activities and they go shopping to and they know how to cook and never late always on time never late feeding them
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.
Our senior living campus is located in the heart of the Yadkin Valley. We are only minutes from Hugh Chatham Hospital. Yadkin Valley Senior Living includes a 60 bed assisted living community, and has 8 independent living apartment units towards the back of the campus. Elkin, NC is home the Yadkin...
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My parents lived here and owned a villa. The only reason we had to leave was because they maxed out on the care that they were able to provide to them. I think that going in here, the evaluation of care...
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.
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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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...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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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.
For over a decade, Kingston Residence of Hickory has provided older, active adults with the opportunity to remain independent in the privacy of their own spacious apartments, to enjoy the benefits of retirement living to the fullest, and to get the assistance many need in those later years....
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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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My mom moved into Westchester Village several months ago and she absolutely loves it!! Her apartment is adorable with a kitchen and huge windows! She has a couple of beloved cats that she did not want to...
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.
You're going to love making your new home with us here at Westchester Village at Providence Place. We offer all the conveniences of a small village with many opportunities for you to enjoy an active, carefree, independent lifestyle with other older adults. Friendly, caring residents and staff...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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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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.
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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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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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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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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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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.

Cost of independent living in Cool Springs, NC

The average cost of senior living in Cool Springs is $3,316 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Landis, NC with an average of $2,858 per month.

Independent living costs in Cool Springs, NC, vs. nearby cities

Cool Springs, NC
$3,316/mo
$3,631/mo
$3,255/mo

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

Cool Springs, NC
$3,316/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Cool Springs, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,003/mo
Independent Living
$3,316/mo

Independent living costs in Cool Springs, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,066/mo
Studio
$4,622/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,034/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,479/mo

Senior living costs in Cool Springs 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: Cool Springs, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCool Springs, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,316/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,183/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$5,003/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Cool Springs, NC:$3,316/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Cool Springs, NC:$4,183/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Cool Springs, NC:$5,003/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Cool Springs, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cool Springs 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cool Springs, NC$3,309/mo$3,272/mo+1.1%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Cool Springs, NC
2024 average cost:$3,309/mo
2023 average cost:$3,272/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cool Springs

Recent reviews for independent living in Cool Springs

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

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Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Ridgecrest in Mount Airy, NC

5.0
I have lived in Independent Living at Ridgecrest almost 2 1/2 years. The person who has influenced my life since she moved here is [name removed] in Wellness. Her exercise class starts at 10 am Monday through Friday. Now I'm not a morning person but she has changed my life style. I don't ...
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Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes in Charlotte, NC

5.0
I have absolutely no problem living here, the sales people here are great, the management staff are great. Things are starting to open back up since everyone is getting the vaccines. It is an active and open senior community, the gym is absolutely world class, we have every workout equipment ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff at various communities, including Holiday Creekside Terrace, Holiday Forsyth Court, and Shads Landing, who frequently go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcomed and supported.
Varied dining experiences and meal options. Several communities, such as Heritage Woods, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville, and Brookdale Charlotte East, offer a range of dining experiences and meal options to cater to residents' preferences and dietary needs.
Engaging and diverse activities. Residents at facilities like Brookdale Carriage Club Providence, Holiday Crescent Heights, and Oak Park Retirement enjoy the wide range of activities offered to encourage socializing and keep them engaged, including singing, gardening, and outings.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews for communities like Holiday Pinecrest, MerryWood on Park, and Arbor Ridge at Kernersville often mention the cleanliness and well-kept interior spaces, which contribute to a sense of comfort and home.
Proactive communication between staff and families. Families value the transparent and ongoing communication provided by staff at facilities such as Holiday Forsyth Court, Holiday Willow Grove, and Arbor Ridge at Huntersville, allowing everyone to stay informed and involved in residents' care.
Access to outdoor spaces and walkways. Numerous reviews highlight the importance of outdoor spaces and walking paths, which can be found at MerryWood on Park, Holiday Creekside Terrace, and Holiday Crescent Heights, and contribute to residents' overall well-being and enjoyment of their living environment.
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Cool Springs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cool Springs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cool Springs, 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 Cool Springs 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 Cool Springs 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
11.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Cool Springs 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 Cool Springs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cool Springs 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 Cool Springs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
44.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carolina Pines Retirement, Arbor Ridge at Stanleyville and Trevi Vibrant Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cool Springs, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 62 independent living facilities near Cool Springs, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cool Springs, North Carolina are Holiday Creekside Terrace, Holiday Forsyth Court and Holiday Crescent Heights. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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