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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.
60 Givens Gerber Park is pleased to offer an affordable housing option for adults over the age of 55 to enjoy the comforts of home and a community setting within their budget. Choose between spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments where bright light streams through large windows with views of...
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.
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
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Hawk, NC

The average cost of senior living in Hawk is $3,298 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Blowing Rock, NC with an average of $2,804 per month.

Independent living costs in Hawk, NC, vs. nearby cities

Hawk, NC
$3,298/mo

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

Hawk, NC
$3,298/mo
U.S. national average
$4,070/mo

Independent living costs in Hawk, NC, vs. other senior living options

$4,917/mo
Independent Living
$3,298/mo

Independent living costs in Hawk, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,778/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,941/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,064/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,303/mo

Senior living costs in Hawk 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: Hawk, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHawk, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,298/mo$3,599/mo$4,070/mo
Assisted Living$4,214/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$4,917/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Hawk, NC:$3,298/mo
North Carolina:$3,599/mo
U.S.:$4,070/mo
Assisted Living
Hawk, NC:$4,214/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Hawk, NC:$4,917/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Hawk, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hawk 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hawk, NC$3,812/mo$3,656/mo+4.3%
North Carolina$3,600/mo$3,416/mo+5.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hawk, NC
2024 average cost:$3,812/mo
2023 average cost:$3,656/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Hawk

Recent reviews for independent living in Hawk

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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Brookdale Bristol

5.0
Our experience with Brookdale Bristol was a very positive one! The facility is clean and well kept, and the people are very friendly. I saw a few communities in the area and Brookdale really impressed me with their activities program. They're definitely worth a look if you're looking into senior ...
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Bella Vista in Asheville, NC

4.3
I think that I would recommend Bella Vista to others. My mom's biggest complaints are about the food and how long they have to sit for the meals, but she does like all of the activities that they have for the residents.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews from communities like Townview Johnson City, Brookdale Hendersonville East, and Bella Vista mention the kindness and supportiveness of the staff, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain offer numerous activities for residents to participate in, such as movie nights, book clubs, Bible studies, and outings to local attractions, keeping them socially active and entertained.
Independently managed accommodations. Reviews for communities like Henderson Care Center and Holiday Pinecrest highlight the importance of having personal living spaces that feel like home, where residents can maintain their independence and manage their own daily routines.
On-site dining services. Residents at communities like Ardenwoods and Abundant Christian Living Community appreciate the convenience of having on-site dining options, with meals that are tasty and flexible to accommodate individual preferences and dietary needs.
Accessible community locations. Communities such as Harmony at Reynolds Mountain and Townview Johnson City are located in areas that provide easy access to essential services like doctors, grocery stores, and other amenities, ensuring residents have the resources they need.
Community building and socialization. Numerous reviews mention the importance of community in their overall satisfaction with their living situation, with communities like Harmony at Reynolds Mountain and Bella Vista creating opportunities for residents to develop friendships and social connections through organized activities a ...
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Hawk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hawk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hawk, 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 Hawk 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 Hawk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hawk, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hawk 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 Hawk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hawk, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hawk 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 Hawk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hawk, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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