Page 5 of Best Independent Living in North Carolina

Overview of The Viridian

Respite care, independent living, and assisted living make up what The Viridian is licensed for in New Bern, NC. Assisted living brings the help a person needs with medication, bathing, and dressing. Independent living is the one with community services and no daily care attached. Respite care is a short stay, arranged when a resident’s usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Forty-eight beds put this among the smaller places, where staff and residents come to know one another. Because the range is licensed at one address, support needs that grow do not force a search elsewhere.

At 76, the walk score is very walkable, so most errands stay on foot for a resident who has given up driving. On-site therapy means rehabilitation happens where the resident already is.

Overview of Wesley Pines

Wesley Pines operates a continuing care retirement community in Lumberton, NC, centered on independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care. Independent living involves community services and a personal residence without daily assistance, while assisted living includes support with dressing, medication management, and bathing. Memory care stays secured, with supervision, and with skilled nursing on site, licensed nurses are available day and night.

As all these levels belong to a single community, a resident’s care can continue to evolve as their needs increase. Wesley Pines has 62 beds. Housing comprises one-bedroom apartments, cottages, villas, and both private and semi-private rooms, with a private room accommodating one resident and a semi-private room hosting two.

The initial cost is $3,424 per month, plus a separate entrance fee of $982. All three payers work here. Medicare can cover eligible skilled care, Medicaid might assist eligible residents, and private pay is sourced from individual finances. The average nursing time allocated per resident is four hours and 32 minutes daily.

Transportation operates according to a timetable, and a clinical dietitian is included in the service list. A fitness center, walking paths, gardens, outdoor gathering areas, and a beauty salon are available. Pets are permitted to reside here. Wesley Pines is owned by The United Methodist Retirement Homes, Incorporated, with Amy Hilburn serving as the executive director. The community has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

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Starting Price $3,424/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of WhiteStone

WhiteStone is a blissful senior living community in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, offering a vibrant independent living environment. Residents are provided plenty of options for their living space, including spacious apartments, cozy cottages, and free standing single residences, set in beautifully maintained 42-acre ground. In addition to a maintenance-free living, residents are also given access to an array of healthcare services, such as routine checkups, rehabilitation therapy, short- and long-term skilled nursing, and memory care should they need it.

Without the worries of housekeeping, maintenance, and meal preparation, residents can focus on living their life to the fullest. Hence, the community offers plenty of beautiful amenities and enriching activities. Here, residents are free to pursue their hobbies, explore new interests, make new friends, or visit all those places they’ve always wanted to explore.

Overview of Givens Highland Farms

Givens Highland Farms offers independent living, home care, respite care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Black Mountain, NC. Independent living provides private apartment living with community services, while home care brings support to a resident’s own living setting. Respite care supports a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The community opened in 1971 and has 60 beds. Its range of care services may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow from independent living to skilled nursing without moving to a different community. Total nurse staffing is 6h 10m per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated to each resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means services are funded directly by the resident or family. Givens Communities owns the community, and Matt Sharpe is the director.

Residents can use rehabilitation services, a walk-in medical clinic, scheduled transportation for medical visits, shopping, and local points of interest, along with a beauty salon and barbershop. A winter greenhouse and community garden provide spaces for gardening, while 16 walking trails support outdoor walks. Pets are allowed, and two dog parks provide designated areas for residents with dogs. The community also offers 26+ resident-led interest groups, yoga, tai chi, line dancing, arts and crafts, woodworking, and off-campus trips.

Overview of St. Joseph of the Pines, a CCRC

St. Joseph of the Pines is a continuing care retirement community in Southern Pines, NC, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living provides a private residence with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is secured and supervised for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between levels can happen without leaving the community. There are 176 beds, all with private rooms, so each resident has an individual room rather than sharing one. Pets are allowed, which means residents may keep a pet with them.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, but not long term residence, while private pay means care is paid for directly. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 13 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.

Overview of Friends Homes

Located in Guilford County, Greensboro, NC, Friends Homes is an inviting senior living community that offers a safe haven far from the hustle and bustle of city life. The community features an array of living options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing care, and memory care, ensuring a smooth transition should residents’ needs change. Residents can choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans for enjoying life without having to worry about everyday maintenance and upkeep, guaranteeing a worry-free lifestyle.

Dedicated to creating an enriching and vibrant environment, the community conducts a wide array of activities and offers plenty of relaxing spaces for peaceful personal times and vibrant interactions with friends and fellow residents. The community’s ideal location also provides easy access to a variety of shops, grocery stores, and restaurants whenever residents want to go out and explore. Residents also enjoy access to a wellness center with a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor heated pool, and a sports court to foster fitness and well-being.

Overview of Champions Assisted Living at the Davis Community

Champions Assisted Living, located within The Davis Communities in Wilmington, NC, is a senior living community specifically designed for The Davies Communities’ residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. They provide assisted living services along with memory care, in their one-to-two bedroom units equipped with living area, ample closet space, kitchenette, and private bathroom. As part of their assisted living services, the residents are provided round-the-clock availability of staff for supervision and assistance, diabetic care, medication management, and monthly wellness checkup, as well as therapy services.

The residents of Champions Assisted Living are also able to enjoy a myriad of amenities they offer including meal preparation services and dining options within the community, assistance with daily living activities, mobility and transportation assistance, access to fitness rooms and pool, and grooming services at the salon and spa. Being conveniently situated within the Davis Communities, Champions Assisted Living Services are also provided access to their auditorium, club room, and art studio. Lastly, they offer laundry and housekeeping services, to ensure the overall comfort of their residents’ stay.

Situated along Shamrock Drive, Givens Aldersgate is a life plan community in Charlotte, NC, that offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With a 230-acre campus, this 120-bed community provides a variety of accommodations, including private suites for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Daily housekeeping, personal laundry, chef-prepared meals, and personal transportation are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Nursing assistance is also available 24/7, along with physician services, to ensure accessibility of care at all times.

Enrichment activities, gardening, and spiritual support promote holistic wellness and encourage residents to live actively. Physical & speech therapy, as well as medication management, are also provided for residents’ welfare. Its location is also relatively walkable, with a walkability score of 40, indicating that some services can be reached on foot. Currently, the community has 93.8% occupancy, with an average length of stay of 50 days.

Dunmore Senior Living of Siler City provides assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Siler City, NC. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may change over time, since they can move between care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 86 beds. With a Walk Score of 65, the area is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be done on foot.

Overview of Arbor Acres

Arbor Acres offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Winston-Salem, NC. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living helps with daily tasks and memory care provides a supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to a different community.

With six beds, Arbor Acres is a small community where residents and staff can get to know one another. Housing includes studios and one-bedroom residences, each offering private living space for one resident, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a companion animal when moving in. Payment options include Medicare for short-term skilled care after a hospital stay and private pay for direct payment of care costs, with named programs including the Advantage Program, Living with Assistance, Continuing Care, assisted living Care, Fountain Hill Home Care, Arts, and Living Artfully.