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9.5
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9.5
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The facility is very clean, the food is of good variety and presented very good and compared to other facilities it's much better. The facility has a lot of activities and outings for residents and church on...
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.
Pinecrest provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. You'll be instantly charmed by our peaceful, rural setting that's just a short drive from Charlotte, Asheville, Blowing Rock and Boone. Residents enjoy the convenience of being close to all the entertainment,...
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They listen to my Mothers needs and were quick and efficient. Yes, we would definitely recommend Carolina Care Retirement Community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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6.3
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10%
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2%
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We were very happy with Terra Bella Lake Norman. Food wasn't good and many chefs were employed during my parents stay. I don't know why. We would recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Located just west of downtown Mooresville, TerraBella Lake Norman is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a...
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They have excellent caregivers! The facility is not as fancy as her previous facility, but the staff are very personable and caring. We are 100% satisfied!
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....
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.
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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
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 Providence Mill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Providence Mill is $3,027 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maiden, NC with an average of $3,027 per month.

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

Providence Mill, NC
$3,027/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Providence Mill, NC, vs. other senior living options

$6,260/mo
Independent Living
$3,027/mo

Independent living costs in Providence Mill, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,031/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,063/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,181/mo

Senior living costs in Providence Mill 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: Providence Mill, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeProvidence Mill, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,027/mo$3,534/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$4,940/mo$6,196/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,260/mo$7,410/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Providence Mill, NC:$3,027/mo
North Carolina:$3,534/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Providence Mill, NC:$4,940/mo
North Carolina:$6,196/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Providence Mill, NC:$6,260/mo
North Carolina:$7,410/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Providence Mill, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Providence Mill 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 average 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
Providence Mill, NC$3,786/mo$3,396/mo+11.5%
North Carolina$3,819/mo$3,552/mo+7.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Providence Mill, NC
2024 average cost:$3,786/mo
2023 average cost:$3,396/mo
Percent change:+11.5%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,819/mo
2023 average cost:$3,552/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Providence Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Providence Mill

Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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Arbor Ridge at Huntersville

4.6
The staff (with the exception of maintenance) is phenomenal, so kind and very helpful. The maintenance is definitely an issue. My mother has had a couple of issues inside her apartment and filed work orders. The maintenance staff never shows up in a prompt manner until I have to get involved and ...
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Terrabella Lake Norman in Mooresville, NC

5.0
We were very happy with Terra Bella Lake Norman. Food wasn't good and many chefs were employed during my parents stay. I don't know why. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience.

Providence Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Providence Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Providence 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 Providence 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 Providence Mill 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
5.5%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
12.9%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Providence 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 Providence Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.4%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
23%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.4%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Providence 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 Providence Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.6%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.2%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.7%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.1%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.2%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30.6%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.9%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.9%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Holiday Pinecrest, Carolina Care Retirement Community and Terrabella Lake Norman are the top-rated independent living facilities near Providence Mill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Providence Mill, North Carolina. See the full list.
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The best independent living facility near you in Providence Mill, North Carolina is Holiday Pinecrest. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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