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9.8
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47 reviews
9.8
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47 reviews
5 star
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My mom went to Home Place after rehab to get her strength back. From the moment she arrived, I knew it was a caring place. She settled in quickly and has become an active resident. The staff watch their...
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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1010 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
9.7
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115 reviews
9.7
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115 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
28%
3 star
10%
2 star
5%
1 star
6%
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Mom had a tough adjustment initially but felt like they supported her well. I still feel like we're figuring it out. But [names removed] have all been great. Mom moved from her big house where she lived for...
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.
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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9.2
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72 reviews
9.2
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72 reviews
5 star
65%
4 star
24%
3 star
7%
2 star
1%
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3%
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Cedar Ridge has become my home away from home. In order to move here, my house and car had to be sold. This decision has not been regretted. Since moving here I've had a knee replacement, I was serviced...
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.
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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88 Floor plans available
9.2
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48 reviews
9.2
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48 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
19%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
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The people here are very friendly and helpful in brining in a new resident with my cat. Maintenance team very responsive. Large daily menu options in a lovely dining room. Many daily activities. You can be...
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.
Atria Southpoint Walk encourages active older adults to spend their time as they wish, knowing everything from housekeeping to cooking and even transportation is handled for them. Our convenient location a short distance from shopping, restaurants, universities and parks, combined with a robust...
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2525 Floor plans available
9.0
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98 reviews
9.0
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98 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
33%
3 star
10%
2 star
5%
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3%
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Maintenance is kinda lacking. I've requested repair for short in light switch, and falling base board. Food is low grade although they advertise "chef made" meals. Current sanitation grade 90.5. 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.
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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7.0
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8 reviews
7.0
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8 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
25%
3 star
13%
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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
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.
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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66%
4 star
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3 star
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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
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.
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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5 star
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My father thought they did a wonderful job here. He raved about the food here. The therapy was very good. He said that they had him doing things he didn't know he could do.
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: 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.
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Cost of independent living in Mandale, NC

The average cost of senior living in Mandale is $2,910 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsboro, NC with an average of $2,910 per month.

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

Mandale, NC
$2,910/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$8,734/mo
Independent Living
$2,910/mo

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

Studio
$3,087/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,802/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,904/mo

Senior living costs in Mandale 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: Mandale, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMandale, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$2,910/mo$3,574/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,705/mo$6,351/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$8,734/mo$7,472/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Mandale, NC:$2,910/mo
North Carolina:$3,574/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Mandale, NC:$6,705/mo
North Carolina:$6,351/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Mandale, NC:$8,734/mo
North Carolina:$7,472/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Mandale, NC, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mandale 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
Mandale, NC$3,629/mo$3,452/mo+5.1%
North Carolina$3,819/mo$3,552/mo+7.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Mandale, NC
2024 average cost:$3,629/mo
2023 average cost:$3,452/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,819/mo
2023 average cost:$3,552/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Mandale

Recent reviews for independent living in Mandale

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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Atria Southpoint Walk in Durham, NC

5.0
Atria seems like a 5 in all categories so far. At Atria everyone is super friendly and helpful. The facilities are top notch and the food is good with lots of choices. It is very clean, there are a wide range of activities and [name removed] have a "town hall" meeting to keep everyone in the ...
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Bartlett Reserve in Durham, NC

4.6
When it comes to the meals - mostly veg - some do not like - some of the meat is to tough. I do not use the activities but there is a lot available. Value for cost - overall happy. Yes, I would recommend the community to other families, several veterans here and staff welcome them. TV and Wi-Fi ...
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Mandale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mandale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mandale, 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 Mandale 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 Mandale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mandale, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.1%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.4%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.3%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.8%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Mandale 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 Mandale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mandale, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.3%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mandale 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 Mandale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mandale, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.9%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.4%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
49%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
40.2%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.2%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.1%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Home Place of Burlington, Holiday Emerald Pond and Holiday Cedar Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mandale, North Carolina. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Mandale, North Carolina. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mandale, North Carolina are Brier Pointe Retirement Community and Home Place of Burlington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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