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9.8
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129 reviews
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My mom moved from NY to be near us. She can't drive so the best perk is the GW bus that takes her on errands & doctors' appointments. She has a big social life attending outings & is in 5 clubs. Staff is...
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.
The Gardens at Wakefield provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.The Gardens at Wakefield is located in Raleigh, NC, the capital and second largest city in the state. The community is conveniently located in the northeast corner of Raleigh with close proximity to...
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99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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87 reviews
9.8
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87 reviews
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My Dad and I toured Atria twice, along with other communities, before selecting it for a short term respite stay. [names removed] and the entire staff made us feel welcome each time and that didn’t change...
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.
Atria Oakridge offers residents a lively social atmosphere while taking care of the housekeeping, cooking, and even transportation. Whether escaping with a good book on our patio or cheering on your favorite team in our sports lounge, your time is truly yours. We offer educational and cultural...
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9.8
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30 reviews
9.8
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30 reviews
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The folks have are fascinating and fantastic.Our schedule keeps our minds healthy active. We thrive on eating the right foods. The happy atmosphere keeps is going! Our children like is being at The Willows.
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.
The Willows at Raleigh offers high-quality independent living and access to assisted living services through licensed providers in Raleigh, North Carolina. Located in the heart of the South, our community exudes southern hospitality, capturing the warmth and friendliness of our city.
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9.7
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44 reviews
9.7
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I have lived here at Verena for 4 years and I enjoy my apartment and wonderful neighbors. So many opportunities for activities including; a beautiful pool, bingo, arts and crafts, an excellent gym, exercise...
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.
Do you love natural beauty, or is it the buzz of city happenings that you prefer? At Verena at Bedford Falls, one of the True Connection Communities, you don’t have to choose. We are ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood, only a stone’s throw from the thriving heart of Raleigh, the City of...
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9.6
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53 reviews
9.6
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53 reviews
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People are great. Staff and residents. They could clean the common areas, staircases and gym especially. The bus needs detailing.
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.
At Whispering Pines, we have an abundance of heart, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Our caring management team is here for you any time, day or night, because we live here too. We participate in activities and pour coffee at mealtime while taking the time to get to know each of our...
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2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.4
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55 reviews
9.4
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55 reviews
5 star
73%
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3 star
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Capital Oaks is a wonderful community. My mom has been here for several years. The staff is always friendly and helpful. There are activities for everyone and it's a great environment. I'm so happy we...
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.
Capital Oaks is the perfect choice for people with a passion for living who are looking for comfort, independence, security, convenience, and a friendly community in the place they call home. Month-to-month rent for studio, 1, 2, & 3 bedroom suites provide all-inclusive services including...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.0
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80 reviews
9.0
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80 reviews
5 star
58%
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What we like the most about the community is the friendly staff. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale North Raleigh to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Our exceptional senior care community offers independent living services for seniors in Raleigh, N.C., which is renowned for its high quality of life. With pet-friendly apartments designed to feel and function like home, a jam-packed activities calendar and upscale conveniences, our community is...
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77 Floor plans available
8.5
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10 reviews
8.5
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What we like the most about the community is the - -Location -Apartment lay-outs -Facilities -The people both staff & residents -Activities -Independence
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.
Life just keeps getting better, doesn't it? And Overture Crabtree is the perfect place to live it. A welcoming active adult community filled with intriguing people and countless ways to get to spend your time. A gorgeous apartment home, with resort-inspired amenities and services focused on you....
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7.0
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34 reviews
7.0
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34 reviews
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The cleanliness interior is a 5, the exterior is a 3. The visiting medical staff and on-site Rehab are exceptional The 4 rating is because they frequently have issues with the bus/driver and do not offer...
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.
The Lodge at Wake Forest has been voted "Best of the Best" in senior living for 7 years in a row. We are managed by Holiday Retirement, who pioneered Independent Living in 1971. The Lodge offers everything our residents need under one roof: billiard and game room, chapel, beauty salon, library,...
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From the moment you walk into Abbotswood at Stonehenge you will realize what a special place it is. Spend some time and you will confirm your initial feelings. You will see smiling faces and happy residents....
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.
Life at Abbotswood at Stonehenge is comfortable and convenient with all the pleasures of home and none of the responsibilities. Whatever your interests and desire for activity, you are free to enjoy the company of friends at community social events, participate in educational enrichment programs...
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1616 Floor plans available
1.0
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72 reviews
1.0
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72 reviews
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Excellent choice ... my loved one is not the easiest to deal with and they are very patient with her. We picked this community because my loved one, has extremely low vision. The lighting was good and they...
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.
Magnolia Glen is one of Raleigh’s most reputable senior living rental communities. Our wellness mission is centered on providing safety and security, health and well-being, and five-star services to foster the most vibrant and fulfilling senior living community in Raleigh. We are conveniently...
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Stony Hill, NC

The average cost of senior living in Stony Hill is $3,872 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kittrell, NC with an average of $3,071 per month.

Independent living costs in Stony Hill, NC, vs. nearby cities

Stony Hill, NC
$3,872/mo

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

Stony Hill, NC
$3,872/mo
U.S. national average
$4,073/mo

Independent living costs in Stony Hill, NC, vs. other senior living options

$6,030/mo
Independent Living
$3,872/mo

Independent living costs in Stony Hill, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,379/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,184/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,039/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,900/mo

Senior living costs in Stony Hill 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: Stony Hill, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStony Hill, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,872/mo$3,609/mo$4,073/mo
Assisted Living$5,343/mo$4,273/mo$4,612/mo
Memory Care$6,030/mo$5,171/mo$5,372/mo
Independent Living
Stony Hill, NC:$3,872/mo
North Carolina:$3,609/mo
U.S.:$4,073/mo
Assisted Living
Stony Hill, NC:$5,343/mo
North Carolina:$4,273/mo
U.S.:$4,612/mo
Memory Care
Stony Hill, NC:$6,030/mo
North Carolina:$5,171/mo
U.S.:$5,372/mo
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Independent living costs in Stony Hill, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Stony Hill 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
Stony Hill, NC$4,048/mo$3,700/mo+9.4%
North Carolina$3,601/mo$3,417/mo+5.4%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Stony Hill, NC
2024 average cost:$4,048/mo
2023 average cost:$3,700/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,601/mo
2023 average cost:$3,417/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Stony Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Stony Hill

The Lodge at Wake Forest

4.3
From what I do know, he is very happy there. They did want to raise their fees this year, but they worked with him to keep it as minimal of an increase as he could handle based on his Pension and SS income. He does enjoy much of the staff and residents.

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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Stony Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stony Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stony Hill, 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 Stony Hill 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 Stony Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stony Hill, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Stony Hill 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 Stony Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stony Hill, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
76.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
69.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stony Hill 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 Stony Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stony Hill, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
84.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
61.5%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
84.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
84.6%
47%
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Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and The Willows at Raleigh are the top-rated independent living facilities near Stony Hill, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 14 independent living facilities near Stony Hill, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Stony Hill, North Carolina are Holiday Gardens at Wakefield, Atria Oakridge and Verena at Bedford Falls. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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