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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Durham, NC

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 12 independent living facilities in Durham, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Holiday Durham Regent
1414 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.3
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72 reviews
9.3
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72 reviews
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Our family member has been living here for several months and truly thriving. There are great artistic and social programs for residents, physical therapy available on-site, excellent meals with monthly...
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.
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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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Facility is nice. Staff are very friendly. I really like that their restaurant hours are 7am-7pm and menu has a good selection. They have so many activities for the residents. Great place! The only critique...
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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1010 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
8.8
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[name removed] and the entire staff at Emerald Pond genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a community for their parents. My Mom likes it there.
Provides: Independent Living
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.
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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1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.6
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The staff is very attentive to both residents and families. From my moms perspective, the food is a 3, but I do know they try!
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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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.
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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Durham, NC

The average cost of senior living in Durham is $3,919 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stem, NC with an average of $3,629 per month.

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

Durham, NC
$3,919/mo

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

Durham, NC
$3,919/mo
U.S. national average
$4,077/mo

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

$6,383/mo
Independent Living
$3,919/mo

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

Studio
$3,908/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,836/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,056/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Durham over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Durham

Recent reviews for independent living in Durham

Atria Oakridge in Raleigh, NC

5.0
Atria Oakridge has brought me wonderful fellowship and wellbeing. The activities keep me busy all day- such as pottery, painting, the games and more. The staff treats you like a real person and as a member of their family. I don't have to cook or clean and I enjoy the variety of food! I can get ...
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Independence Village of Olde Raleigh

4.0
My mom is currently a resident at Independence Village at Olde Raleigh. The move in process was great. The facility/staff are very friendly and helpful. Housekeeping is very clean. Communication with the family is excellent. My mom said that the food is good some days and others it is not so ...
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Galloway Ridge at Fearrington in Pittsboro, NC

5.0
We have been residents at Galloway Ridge for three years and two months. For us, living here has been a mixed blessing, but all the negatives are with the inevitable process of aging, not with Galloway Ridge which has performed in an exemplary manner. We have extensive experience in attempting ...
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Durham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Durham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Durham, 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 Durham 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 Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Durham 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 Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Durham 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 Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.1%
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Related senior services in Durham, North Carolina

In Durham, North Carolina, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Durham, North Carolina, is car dependent. Seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Durham include GoDurham, which provides a variety of services. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Durham has somewhat limited biking infrastructure and is somewhat walkable.

Durham offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including North Carolina Specialty Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital.

Durham, North Carolina, is known for its bustling and creative culinary scene. Enjoy local food and drinks, explore the Nasher Museum of Art, watch a performance at the Durham Performing Arts Center, and immerse yourself in the American Tobacco Campus, which provides a mix of restaurants, recreational sports, nature, and entertainment. Nature-loving seniors can stay active by strolling through Sarah P. Duke Gardens or Hollow Rock Nature Park.

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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Waltonwood Lake Boone and Brookdale North Raleigh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Durham, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near Durham, North Carolina. See the full list.

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