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I've toured close to 10 different places in different price points. Trevi by far gives the most value for folks on the lower end of the price spectrum.
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.
Trevi Vibrant Senior Living is a brand new, all-inclusive independent living community located in Northeast Charlotte. Amenities include exercise and fitness facilities, a Pickleball court, library, and beautiful chapel. Flowing from the amenity spaces are two outdoor courtyards that provide...
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I would recommend to others. It was a great experience and I'm grateful for A Place for Mom and the many communities that responded with kindness and empathy during a stressful time. They are welcoming and...
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.
Aging well can mean living well, especially with the resort-style amenities available at our community. Start your days strolling through expansive courtyards and along flower-lined walking paths, perhaps stop at the wellness center and then enjoy a stage play at the on-site theater. Or maybe...
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There are always some little things that are not like home. The safe here is top notch and always friendly. We have care teams on site that are available if someone needs extra care and attention. They have...
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.
Crescent Heights provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. You'll be delighted with the rich history of downtown Concord, a charming little area just to the northeast of Charlotte. With mild winters and warm summers, you'll be free to enjoy all the sites and...
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33 reviews
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Look at several places to determine what best meets your needs - physical, social, financial. Make sure you are prepared for serious downsizing and realize there may be some sorrow to moving. Providence...
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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11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
9.1
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114 reviews
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114 reviews
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It's not a high rise building. Bs sure you take the tour and see the grounds and also visit at dinner time. The dinning here is more than expected. Beautiful white tablecloths, fine silverware and presented...
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.
Care Today, Care TomorrowIf you’re ready to exchange the burden of things like cooking, cleaning and laundry for a community that offers exciting activities and events, custom care that meets your specific needs and amenities and services that resemble life at a destination resort rather than a...
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108 reviews
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My MIL is very happy so far with her apartment, the food, location, and activities. She has found most people to be friendly and welcoming. So far, my mother-in-law has really enjoyed living there. The staff...
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.
Willow Grove provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Our hometown of Matthews is a largely residential community that is warm, friendly and safe. Between our quaint downtown and network of charming parks, there's plenty to see and do right here in town. Our...
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I shop locally nearby at CVS, etc. Traffic is light to moderate (bank of am, chase, etc). Easy access to major banks. Wireless internet hookup adequate w/ heated swimming pool and foyer and exercise.
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.
Welcome to Overture Providence, your premiere 55+ active adult living destination. Here, you will discover beautifully designed apartment homes, one-of-a-kind services and over 12,000 square feet of resort-inspired amenities. We offer everything you’ll need to maintain a happy and healthy...
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Within 10 seconds of contacting [website removed] via a google search, [name removed] at [website removed] called me to assist me. [Name removed] within 30 mins connected me to a wonderful woman name "[name...
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.
Photo of Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes
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77 Floor plans available
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I would tell others that it is a great safe place. There is a lot of things to do. The other residents and staff watch out for you. My loved one doesn't think a lot of the food. The breakfast is more of...
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.
Description of Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes - conveniently located in Charlotte, North CarolinaAt Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes we have a wide variety of community features. Pets such as dogs and cats are permitted in private quarters. Our community conveniently offers both...
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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.
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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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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.
Making the transition to retirement apartment living is easy at Brian Center Retirement Apartments. Our helpful staff is here to assist you with all the details of your move. Whether it's sorting through financial details or carrying boxes into your new apartment; you can count on us to help you...
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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
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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in New Salem, NC

The average cost of senior living in New Salem is $3,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Concord, NC with an average of $3,264 per month.

Independent living costs in New Salem, NC, vs. nearby cities

New Salem, NC
$3,347/mo
$3,303/mo
$3,264/mo

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

New Salem, NC
$3,347/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

Independent living costs in New Salem, NC, vs. other senior living options

$6,768/mo
Independent Living
$3,347/mo

Independent living costs in New Salem, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,553/mo
Studio
$3,248/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,835/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,956/mo

Senior living costs in New Salem 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: New Salem, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Salem, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,347/mo$3,541/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$5,509/mo$6,101/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$6,768/mo$7,370/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
New Salem, NC:$3,347/mo
North Carolina:$3,541/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
New Salem, NC:$5,509/mo
North Carolina:$6,101/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
New Salem, NC:$6,768/mo
North Carolina:$7,370/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in New Salem, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in New Salem 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
New Salem, NC$3,721/mo$3,408/mo+9.2%
North Carolina$3,820/mo$3,563/mo+7.2%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
New Salem, NC
2024 average cost:$3,721/mo
2023 average cost:$3,408/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,820/mo
2023 average cost:$3,563/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in New Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in New Salem

Overture Cotswold 55+ Apartment Homes in Charlotte, NC

5.0
I have absolutely no problem living here, the sales people here are great, the management staff are great. Things are starting to open back up since everyone is getting the vaccines. It is an active and open senior community, the gym is absolutely world class, we have every workout equipment ...
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Overture Providence 55+ Apartment Homes in Charlotte, NC

5.0
A) Provides a good mix of support stores in the neighborhood. B) Provides good independent living apt. available. C) With dog pet facilities and in home movies/pool/gym and amenities. D) Good doctor support.

Brookdale Carriage Club Providence in Charlotte, NC

4.0
The amenities at the community are good, the care has been good and we like the options that are available on campus for the different kinds of needs. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families.

New Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Salem, 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 New Salem 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 New Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Salem, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.6%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
11.8%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
33.4%
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Availability of select dining options in New Salem 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 New Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Salem 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 New Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
47.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
46.9%
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