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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dora, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Dora 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 Dora. 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 74 independent living facilities in Dora, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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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: 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: 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.
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 Dora, NC
The average cost of senior living in Dora is $3,240 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hickory, NC with an average of $3,052 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dora, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dora, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dora vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dora, NC by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Dora over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Dora
Recent reviews for independent living in Dora
The Blake at Baxter Village in Fort Mill, SC
4.9
I love The Blake!! It's an excellent facility and my parents are adjusting nicely to living in their independent care cottage which is simply beautiful. Yes I would tell a friend.
The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC
4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Providence Meadows in Charlotte, NC
5.0
Providence meadows has been a great place for my dad and stepmother. Comfortable, clean, beautiful grounds, 3 meals a day and easy monthly rent. Their apartments have nice patios with woodsy views and very quiet. The staff have all been exceptionally helpful and personal. They get to know the ...
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Dora independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dora independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dora, 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 Dora 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 Dora 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
16.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dora 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 Dora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dora 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 Dora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
52.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.6%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods, Holiday Pinecrest and Holiday Crescent Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dora, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 74 independent living facilities near Dora, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dora, North Carolina are LaurelHurst and LaurelWoods and Holiday Pinecrest. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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