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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Greens Creek, NC

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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Shannondale of Maryville opened in March of 2002. We are a Membership Based Community offering Continuing Care to our residents. Our 34-acre campus offers 66 Independent Living Homes & Villas and 89 Retirement Center Apartments -Though each of our facilities is unique in character they are...
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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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Cost of independent living in Greens Creek, NC

The average cost of senior living in Greens Creek is $3,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Andrews, NC with an average of $2,937 per month.

Independent living costs in Greens Creek, NC, vs. nearby cities

Greens Creek, NC
$3,248/mo
$3,248/mo
$3,183/mo

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

Greens Creek, NC
$3,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Greens Creek, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,793/mo
Independent Living
$3,248/mo

Independent living costs in Greens Creek, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,092/mo
Studio
$4,393/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,323/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,059/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,463/mo

Senior living costs in Greens Creek 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: Greens Creek, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGreens Creek, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,248/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$3,229/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,793/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Greens Creek, NC:$3,248/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Greens Creek, NC:$3,229/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Greens Creek, NC:$4,793/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Greens Creek, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Greens Creek 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Greens Creek, NC$4,049/mo$3,845/mo+5.3%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Greens Creek, NC
2024 average cost:$4,049/mo
2023 average cost:$3,845/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,600/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
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 Greens Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Greens Creek

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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Brasstown Manor in Hiawassee, GA

5.0
I have visited this community many times while visiting my friends. I love the option of starting on their Independent Living and when/if I need more assistance, I can move down to their Assisted Living. The staff has always been professional and pleasant. My friends love where they live and I ...
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Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills in Hendersonville, NC

5.0
I love it here. The only issue I have with Pacifica is... their accounting office makes mistakes and takes too long to fix them. I recommend this community.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various senior living communities. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, for example, residents appreciate the extra effort made by staff to help keep daily routines as normal as possible during the pandemic. At Brookdale Hend ...
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Beautifully maintained grounds and facilities. Several reviews highlight the well-kept grounds and updated facilities at senior living communities. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents enjoy the view of the mountains from their windows and balconies. Others mention the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and personal living spaces ...
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Variety of activities to encourage socializing. Reviews consistently mention the wide range of activities offered at senior living communities, providing opportunities for residents to engage with one another. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, residents can participate in book groups, discussions, knitting, exercise classes, and more. At Mo ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality meals are a major factor in overall satisfaction with senior living communities, according to many reviews. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, the chef accommodates individual dietary needs and preferences, while at Pacifica Senior Living Heritage Hills, the on-site chef prepares daily ...
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Peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. Residents often describe the atmosphere at their senior living communities as peaceful, friendly, and welcoming. At Belvedere Commons of Seneca, the staff and environment create a homelike feel for residents. At Mountain Brook Village Senior Living, the Christian-based focus adds to the sens ...
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Accommodating staff for individual needs. Reviews mention the accommodating nature of staff at senior living communities, helping residents through various challenges and adjustments. At Harmony at Reynolds Mountain, staff have worked to support residents during the pandemic, bringing meals to their rooms and making sure they feel con ...
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Greens Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Greens Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Greens Creek, 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 Greens Creek 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 Greens Creek 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
10.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.2%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
13.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Greens Creek 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 Greens Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Greens Creek 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 Greens Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
47%
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