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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Glendon, NC

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Staff is extremely helpful, guests are very friendly, grounds are well kept, building is very clean. I would recommend to others.
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.
At Southern Pines Gracious Retirement Living, 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 +pour coffee at mealtime and take time to get to know each...
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The BayBerry Retirement Inn has been a GOD sent for my mother and my family. The Director ([name removed]) is very kind, pleasant and does an amazing job ensuring each resident is well taken care of. I...
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.
Bayberry Retirement Inn offers a cozy homelike atmosphere. From the moment you enter Bayberry you feel the welcome warmth of home. Friendly and caring staff members, who know your name and needs, are available to assist you 24/7/365. At Bayberry we keep it simple. One low monthly rate includes...
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My friend loves living at this community. The staff make sure she has everything she needs and she is doing much better. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. She has started participating...
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.
Beautiful new Village Lake Inn is located in pastoral Siler City, close to Chapel Hill, Pittsboro, Asheboro, and Sanford. We offer affordable independent senior living, all for one low monthly rate. Our building is brand new, built in 2011, and our current staff has over 30 years combined...
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The reason we gave it a 4 is only because I think everyone can improve somehow, however we have her in a very nice place now. They have been great and I really like it there. The staff is really nice, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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Twin Rivers is a very nice place for independent seniors. The staff is very helpful, and care is good. It offers different types of activities, although some are not to my interests, which, of course, is to...
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.
Twin Rivers is a warm and inviting, affordable living option for Independent Seniors who seek the convenience of service enhanced housing. We are located in historic, Pittsboro, NC. This is just 15 minutes from Apex and about 30 minutes from Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill. Our one bedroom...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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
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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.
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
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Glendon, NC

The average cost of senior living in Glendon is $3,953 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,910 per month.

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

Glendon, NC
$3,953/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Glendon, NC, vs. other senior living options

$6,809/mo
Independent Living
$3,953/mo

Independent living costs in Glendon, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,211/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,053/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,227/mo

Senior living costs in Glendon 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: Glendon, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlendon, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,953/mo$3,574/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$5,854/mo$6,351/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,809/mo$7,472/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Glendon, NC:$3,953/mo
North Carolina:$3,574/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Glendon, NC:$5,854/mo
North Carolina:$6,351/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Glendon, NC:$6,809/mo
North Carolina:$7,472/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Glendon, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glendon 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
Glendon, NC$3,813/mo$3,511/mo+8.6%
North Carolina$3,730/mo$3,527/mo+5.8%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Glendon, NC
2024 average cost:$3,813/mo
2023 average cost:$3,511/mo
Percent change:+8.6%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,730/mo
2023 average cost:$3,527/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Glendon

Recent reviews for independent living in Glendon

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Village Lake Inn in Siler City, NC

4.5
My friend loves this community. She has adjusted very well to it. This is a lovely community, everything looks great. They do a great job with the cleanliness. The staff is wonderful, she loves them. The only thing she complains about is the food, but other than that everything has worked out ...
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Southern Pines

5.0
Both [name removed] and I are very pleased with our choice of assisted living We have aground floor apt as we have a dog to care for the residents are. Our two bedrooms are a good size with ample closet space What really sold us was that we could bring our dog that we have had for thirteen ...
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Glendon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glendon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glendon, 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 Glendon 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 Glendon 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
11.4%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.8%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.2%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Glendon 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 Glendon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glendon, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.8%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.4%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glendon 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 Glendon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.9%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.3%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.7%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.2%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.6%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
31%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
19%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.1%
40.9%
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