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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shelton, NC
If you’re looking for independent living in the Shelton area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Shelton. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 48 independent living facilities in Shelton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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The food could be better. One of the reasons we chose this community over others is the entry fee was reasonable versus [community removed]
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.
Three decades of experience means senior living that you can depend on. Heritage Greens offers a thoughtfully arranged, relationship-rich campus that includes a full continuum of senior lifestyle options from Independent Living apartment homes to Assisted Living and Memory Care. Pathways meander...
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During our visit we noticed right away how friendly many of the residents were and how much they like it there. Many of whom have been there 4+ years. My concern regarding my mother was how she would adjust...
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.
We believe that Carolina Estates is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Carolina Estates, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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9.4
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73 reviews
This is a great place for my Mom! Staff are friendly and caring! I think she is adjusting well. She still has her get up and go! I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a reputable place for your...
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.
Durham Regent provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Tucked away in a quiet corner of Durham Chapel Hill, you'll love the vibrant community steeped in rich academia and a proud sports tradition with Duke University and the University of North Carolina both...
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50 reviews
Meals need much better variety, much better taste of food: vegetables are over cooked and never roasted, never any condiments, most food is very plain and tasteless, overall food needs less starch and salt....
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.
Welcome to Harmony at GreensboroIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Secured Assisted LivingIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Greensboro, North Carolina, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security,...
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9.3
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58 reviews
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.
Cedar Ridge provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in a quiet, beautiful wooded area in the outskirts of Burlington, you'll love the elegant grace of our facilities and the convenience of being close to all life's necessities. We're just minutes from...
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21 reviews
We like the size of the room/apartment. We like the amenities. Overall she is happy. I think the staff could work on communication between departments. The front office (with the exception of 2) seem...
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.
All the independence you desire, and all the on-site assisted services you need or one day might need. Private studio, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom apartments in a beautiful modern setting. Our on-site home care agency provides peace of mind that we can accommodate your changing needs as you age in...
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17 reviews
When one enters Home Place of Burlington you are greeted by a smiling and welcoming receptionist. The staff are very friendly and helpful by answering questions and offering encouragement. My brother loves...
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.
Homeplace of Burlington is centrally located between Raleigh and Winston-Salem in Burlington, North Carolina. Our community is two miles north of I-85/40 close to downtown, shopping and 3.5 miles from Alamance Regional Medical Center. Upon entering our community our comfortable interior,...
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8.8
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80 reviews
Everything is a 5 except for activities. There has been no activity director and no activities for most of the year. For someone like my mother, that ruins the place because she says she just sits alone in...
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.
Emerald Pond provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on a peaceful 100-acre nature preserve that features ponds, walking trails and abundant wildlife, Emerald Pond is the home you're looking for in Durham. Our community was ranked the #1 Foodiest Small...
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8.7
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77 reviews
We’ve lived here two months. Our apartment is light and airy. We can control the temperature to our rooms. The menus are varied with four choices at each lunch and dinner. Staff is courteous. Activities...
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.
The Stratford provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated in a quiet, residential community on beautiful landscaped grounds in North High Point, you'll love coming home to The Stratford. We're close to exciting shops, top-rated healthcare, golfing and a...
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8.6
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31 reviews
I rate all seven categories a 5 for Abbotswood At Irving Park community. They have genuinely caring staff, quality activities. It is costly but worth it to me. Based on the experience we have had 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.
The peaceful atmosphere with exquisite gardens and mature landscaping is ideal to enjoy your favorite pastime, such as reading a book under a shade tree, relaxing in the courtyard or enjoying an outdoor lunch with friends in the picnic area. There are perennial and annual gardens, and a community...
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8.5
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5 reviews
I give them all a 5! This has been a wonderful experience and my mom LOVES living there! She loves the activities. This week a preschool class came to visit. My mom read a Pumpkin book and another...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Stratford House has long been the area’s premier choice for retirement living and is now even better. Offering the choice of studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, our residents live comfortably in the beauty of this historic building. Our community has recently...
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A Place for Mom helped us find this wonderful place for our Mother. This is a very difficult thing to do under the best of circumstances but Carillon is a perfect fit. She is happier than she has been in...
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.
The Carillon is not just a senior apartment building; it is a community of friends and neighbors who come together to celebrate their life accomplishments and make the most of their senior years through a fun and active lifestyle of freedom and independence. Whether relaxing in their spacious...
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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.
COUNTRYSIDE VILLAGE...YOUR PATH TO A RICH RETIREMENT LIFE Surrounded by natural beauty, Countryside Village is situated on 62 wooded acres in NW Guilford County, North Carolina, only minutes from the cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. Founded in 1981 and family owned and...
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My mom moved into Twin Lakes in [date removed]. The facility is beautiful! It has a wonderful pool, great activities provided and great food. She actually lives next door to an old friend of hers! And she...
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.
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, 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: 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.
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.
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, 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: 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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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 Shelton, NC
The average cost of senior living in Shelton is $3,903 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milton, NC with an average of $3,556 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelton, NC vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelton, NC vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shelton vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Shelton
Recent reviews for independent living in Shelton
Home Place of Burlington
4.5
We chose Home Place of Burlington because of the informative tour as well as the fact that my mother knew several residents there. These residents provided a great recommendation.
I really like Eventus, the medical staff. They are very informative.
Holiday Stratford in High Point, NC
5.0
The staff at Holiday Stratford are extremely personable and friendly. Housekeeping runs a bit behind sometimes. Communication with our family is on point! The move in was a breeze. The meals are good quality and perfect portions. I have, and will continue to, recommend this facility. I know ...
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Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden, NC
5.0
Bayberry Retirement Inn has been a great fit for my friend so far. We chose this community for its closeness and convenience. The facility itself is really nice. The staff are very friendly, and the meals are very good. My friend found the portion sizes to be too small, but when she mentioned ...
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Shelton independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelton, 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 Shelton 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 Shelton 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
2.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelton 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 Shelton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelton 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 Shelton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.5%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.5%
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Heritage Greens, Carolina Estates and Holiday Durham Regent are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shelton, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
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