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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dellwood, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Dellwood 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 Dellwood. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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We chose Signature Lifestyles because of the location as well as the value for the money. The room sizes here are really good, she just moved up a size from the studio. They have been good with communication...
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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My Dad was 87 years old when he moved into the Darby House after my Mom passed away. He loved living there. He found the staff very friendly and helpful and enjoyed having some independence, although he...
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.
Darby House is located in Jefferson City, Tennessee - a lovely community centered around the scenic campus of Carson-Newman College. Situated near the center of town with its shopping malls, supermarkets, churches and its access to Carson-Newman Campus; Darby House is especially convenient for...
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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Cost of independent living in Dellwood, NC
The average cost of senior living in Dellwood is $3,376 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bryson City, NC with an average of $3,003 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dellwood, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dellwood, NC vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dellwood, NC by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Dellwood
Recent reviews for independent living in Dellwood
Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC
5.0
Heritage Hills is an extremely warm and inviting community with friendly and engaging residents. Many opportunities to find your individual nitch and feel embraced. A chef prepared daily meal is an additional bonus.
College Walk Retirement Ctr in Brevard, NC
4.0
This community does offer a lot of activities and amenities. This feels like an upscale community. They have a formal dining room where the wait staff take your order and then bring the meal to you. They offer computers for the residents to use. The staff were friendly and helpful. This ...
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Marjorie McCune Memorial Center in Black Mountain, NC
4.0
My brother did not have a good experience in his stay at this community. They had him in one room when he moved in and then they changed his room the next day. When I inquired as to why they said they try to have them with a roommate they are compatible with. When they moved him into the new ...
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Dellwood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dellwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dellwood, 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 Dellwood 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 Dellwood 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
10.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dellwood 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 Dellwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dellwood 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 Dellwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
39.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills and Bella Vista are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dellwood, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Dellwood, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dellwood, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Brookdale Hendersonville East. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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