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| River Landing At Sandy Ridge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Colfax | 116
Facility
116
NC AVG
76
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#65 / 390 | Yes |
7
Facility
7
NC AVG
33
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#476 / 572 |
82.9%
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82.9%
NC AVG
67.7%
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#81 / 256 | - | Apartments / Cottages / Townhomes / Villas |
| The Carillon |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Greensboro (Three Meadows) | - | No |
44
Facility
44
NC AVG
33
Rank
#199 / 572 | - | A+ | 1 Bed |
| Pennybyrn |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | High Point | - | No |
25
Facility
25
NC AVG
33
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#346 / 572 | - | A+ | Cottages / Apartments |
| Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Greensboro (White Horse Farms) | - | Yes |
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Facility
13
NC AVG
33
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#432 / 572 | - | A+ | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Abbotswood at Irving Park Assisted Living | — | Greensboro | 28 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Benbow Manor | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| HMF Family Care Homes | — | Gibsonville | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Lawson Retirment Center Inc. | — | Greensboro | 18 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Pear Manor | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Westdale Manor | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Agape Care Family Homes #2 | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Bennett's Family Care Home #2 | — | Jamestown | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Cinnamon Ridge FCH | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Agape Care Family Homes #1 | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| El Bethel Family Care Home | — | Gibsonville | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Guilford Adult Care #1 | — | Greensboro | 6 | — | — | — | — | — |
River Landing at Sandy Ridge in Guilford County, Colfax, NC is a lively senior living community that offers a comfortable oasis for continuing care. The community offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation, to ensure residents’ care needs are provided even as it evolves. Choose from eleven floor plans, ranging from one-bedroom to three-bedrooms, complete with walk-in closets, tile flooring, laundry closets, and modern appliances for a comfortable living space.
At River Landing at Sandy Ridge, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with weekly housekeeping, bed linen service, and maintenance and repair services provided. Residents can freely pursue their passions, discover new interests or explore the joys of retirement. The community also offers a personalized program that focuses on residents’ whole person and provides opportunities that benefit their health and the community environment.
Overview of Pennybyrn
Serving the senior community for over 76 years, Pennybyrn is a paradisal senior living community in Guilford County, High Point, NC, offering retirement living, assisted living, memory care, and rehabilitation. The community provides a team of licensed nurses, certified nursing assistants, and medical technicians available 24/7 to assist residents with various things. Residents can live comfortably with assistance with daily living activities, dining assistance, and access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Wellness classes are designed to meet varying fitness levels and needs of residents, ensuring everyone is able to improve or maintain their well-being. A team of hardworking activity coordinators is available to carefully curate an array of social and educational events both on-site and off-site. Registered dietitians and chefs work together to prepare three nutritious and delicious meals and dietary planning to accommodate specific medical and health needs.
Designed for seniors who value lifestyle choices and an active living experience, The Carillon in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living. The community features an array of one-bedroom apartments with utilities included, waste removal, and secure access for a comfortable and safe living environment. Residents can rest easy with a 24/7 front desk service and an on-site team of management and maintenance available to attend to residents’ concerns and needs.
The community also offers the convenience of scheduled transportation to save residents from the hassle of commuting, ensuring they get to their appointments on time and safely. Residents also enjoy access to a wide array of amenities, including a beauty salon, fitness center, cozy gathering room, library, and courtyard. With emergency response pull cord in every residence, residents are guaranteed immediate access to assistance during emergencies.
Tucked away in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, Carolina Estates Gracious Retirement Living is an exceptional senior living community that offers independent living. Residents can choose from spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom apartments for a snug and relaxing living space. A management team lives on-site and are available throughout the day and when residents need them, providing them with comfort and peace of mind.
The community also offers residents access to assistance with physical, occupational or speech therapies through its partnership with a trusted third-party provider. An executive chef and culinary team prepare fresh, homemade dishes from scratch three times each day to provide residents with daily sustenance. A diverse calendar of activities and events provides plenty of opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, try out new fitness classes and travel to domestic and foreign locations, fostering a vibrant retirement experience.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Guilford County, NC
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 4 independent living communities in Guilford County, NC. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Guilford County, NC?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Guilford County, NC, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Guilford County, NC?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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