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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Carolina is $3,534, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Mc Gee Mill area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Photo of Jordan Oaks
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9.4
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9.4
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The facility is Very clean, welcoming, tons of activities led by the activity coordinator, to enhance residence(s) memory, mobility, occupational and physical therapy. Truly an exceptionally safe place to...
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.
Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...
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44 Floor plans available
7.5
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15 reviews
7.5
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15 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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We were promised a daily breakfast when we signed the lease, but it soon evolved into a weekly affair. The activities is perhaps the most attractive part of the experience. We had quality entertainment on a...
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.
Under construction, opening Early 2020- Welcome to Overture Centennial, a place to rediscover yourself (and your retirement), in the comfort of a community designed with you in mind. We give you the means to live an active and fulfilled life; you create the experience. With access to an abundance...
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6.0
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45 reviews
6.0
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What we like the most about the community is that there are always things going on. Yes we would recommend Waltonwood - Cary to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
When only the best will do…Look to Waltonwood for Luxurious Senior Living which redefines retirement living! At Waltonwood, our goal is not to be just another Senior Community. But rather, our goal is to ensure each resident and family member is treated with dignity and respect while striving to...
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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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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: 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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Mc Gee Mill, NC

The average cost of senior living in North Carolina is $3,534 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in North Carolina vs. 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 state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeNorth CarolinaU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,534/mo$3,520/mo0.4% above national median
Assisted Living$6,196/mo$5,830/mo6.3% above national median
Memory Care$7,410/mo$6,999/mo5.9% above national median
Independent Living
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:0.4% above national median
Assisted Living
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:6.3% above national median
Memory Care
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:5.9% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Gee Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Gee Mill

Waltonwood - Cary

5.0
The staff was very easy to work with, very sensitive to our needs and very helpful with all the things I may not realize I would need. Communication was excellent and my texts and calls during the process were always answered promptly. It was a difficult move at the time, but now my parents are ...
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Overture Crabtree 55+ Apartment Homes in Raleigh, NC

3.9
I think they need to try and bring some more activities into the property. A lot of people are dissatisfied that they are missing something that they thought they would be getting. A lot of residents tend to get into their own groups which can be good for some people, and not so good for others. ...
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Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Mc Gee Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Gee Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Gee Mill, 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 Mc Gee Mill 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 Mc Gee Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Gee Mill, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
19.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Gee Mill 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 Mc Gee Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Gee Mill, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.8%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
26.4%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Gee Mill 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 Mc Gee Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Gee Mill, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.6%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.5%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.3%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.1%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Jordan Oaks, Overture Centennial and Waltonwood - Cary are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mc Gee Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 7 independent living facilities near Mc Gee Mill, North Carolina. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Mc Gee Mill, North Carolina are Atria Cary, The Willows at Raleigh and Independence Village of Olde Raleigh. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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