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Photo of Twin Rivers Senior Independent Living
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Twin Rivers loves their residents. It only has 31 apartments, so staff are not overwhelmed. Staff are kind & helpful to the residents & their families. They keep the residents busy with many activities,...
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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Care services - through outside agency's that have presence at BP. Everyone is friendly. When I speak to the residents, they all are very happy with their situation.
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.
Brier Pointe, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on McCrimmon Parkway in Morrisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Summer of 2022! Brier Pointe will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy...
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The transportation is very limiting (e.g., van service) to many limitations and scheduling is next to impossible. My mom has also mentioned that the food has declined in quality and the choices somewhat...
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.
Preston Pointe is the perfect mix of upscale senior living and Southern charm. Our philosophy of always making you feel welcomed, valued and at home in a friendly and luxurious space sets us apart from other retirement communities in the research triangle. We offer the best characteristics of...
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Front desk staff were kind and helpful. [name removed] of Legacy at Bartlett Reserve therapy services was very supportive. Overall the staff were empathetic and patient.
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.
Bartlett Reserve is an independent living community located in Durham, NC, in the heart of the Triangle area near Research Triangle Park. The team at Bartlett Reserve sought to create an entirely new independent senior living concept, blending the needs of today’s seniors with 4-star level...
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Holiday is very clean. Located in a very quiet and beautiful neighborhood. Easy access to stores. The staff is very helpful. I love my studio apartment. The apartment has a small patio so I can open the...
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.
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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The staff are awesome! My mom has not participated in very many activities yet so I cannot rate those but I have spent a bit of time looking at what is available and it does seem sufficient, diverse and...
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.
Life at Cambridge Village goes beyond retirement living! By focusing on improving every aspect of our residents’ lives, we create Optimal Living®. As an Optimal Living community we provide a total wellness approach that engages our residents physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.We...
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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.
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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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
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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.
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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.I think that everything else about The Reserve is top-notch except for the meals and dining service - that is a negative. Instead of providing meals, they allocate [fee removed] per month toward meals out...
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.
Independent Living NOW OPEN!NOW ACCEPTING Assisted Living and Memory Care reservations! Sales Office Hours:Monday - Friday 9 am - 6:00 pmSaturday: 10 am - 5 pmSunday: 12 pm - 5 pmIf these time frames do not work with your schedule please call Kim Dahl to make an appointment outside of these...
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They are understaffed at Azalea Estates Gracious Retirement Living and it takes too long to sit for a meal. But the food is good. Like anything, there are some good meals and some not so great, but I like...
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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Photo of Overture Chapel Hill 55+Active Adult Apartment Homes
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It's a really good, safe, and easily accessible location with lots of good businesses around. The doors are not electric, so there are no buttons to open and close doors for those with limited mobility. ...
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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My husband and I believe that life at Galloway Ridge (GR) has met our expectations and gone beyond. The outdoor activity options, as well as the cultural and creative arts programs are exceptional and...
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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
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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.
Near Raleigh, NC, we’re changing the way people think about retirement communities. If you thought SearStone was a big dream—you were right. And now it’s an even bigger reality. People have brought the whole community to life. They’re savoring the grilled salmon in formal dining. They’re raising...
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, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Fearrington, NC

The average cost of senior living in Fearrington is $3,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.

Independent living costs in Fearrington, NC, vs. nearby cities

Fearrington, NC
$3,832/mo
$3,977/mo
$3,995/mo

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

Fearrington, NC
$3,832/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

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

$6,281/mo
Independent Living
$3,832/mo

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

Studio
$4,396/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,733/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,544/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Senior living costs in Fearrington 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: Fearrington, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFearrington, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,832/mo$3,526/mo$4,064/mo
Assisted Living$5,424/mo$4,150/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$6,281/mo$4,996/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living
Fearrington, NC:$3,832/mo
North Carolina:$3,526/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
Assisted Living
Fearrington, NC:$5,424/mo
North Carolina:$4,150/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
Fearrington, NC:$6,281/mo
North Carolina:$4,996/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Fearrington

Recent reviews for independent living in Fearrington

Brier Pointe Retirement Community in Morrisville, NC

5.0
We attended an information seminar and we were intrigued by the presentation and eventually became the second couple to move into Brier Pointe when it opened. We were drawn into the community by the promise of all-inclusive services to include meals, housekeeping, paid utilities, transportation ...
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Holiday Emerald Pond in Durham, NC

4.3
[name removed] and the entire staff at Emerald Pond genuinely care about the residents. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a community for their parents. My Mom likes it there.

Atria Cary

5.0
I have never seen a place where everyone on the staff smiles and is friendly with only an exception or two (none in key positions). The food is great -[name removed] the restaurant manager, is terrific. The facilities are top notch & maintained well. Likewise, the residents are almost ...
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Fearrington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fearrington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fearrington, 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 Fearrington 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 Fearrington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fearrington, NCNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Fearrington 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 Fearrington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fearrington, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.9%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fearrington 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 Fearrington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fearrington, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.6%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.9%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
52.9%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
64.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Waltonwood Lake Boone, Brier Pointe Retirement Community and Preston Pointe are the top-rated independent living facilities near Fearrington, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near Fearrington, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Fearrington, North Carolina are Waltonwood Lake Boone and Independence Village of Olde Raleigh. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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