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10 Best Independent Living Communities in White Cross, NC

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 13 independent living facilities in White Cross, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Regency At Brier Creek, Cascades and Alexander Place.
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Photo of Holiday Durham Regent
1414 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.3
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9.3
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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
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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Photo of Holiday Emerald Pond
1010 Photos available
2020 Floor plans available
9.1
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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.
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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Photo of Atria Southpoint Walk
1111 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.4
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44 reviews
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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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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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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
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.
Photo of Overture Chapel Hill 55+Active Adult Apartment Homes
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44 Floor plans available
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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
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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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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.
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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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in White Cross, NC

The average cost of senior living in White Cross is $3,858 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.

Independent living costs in White Cross, NC, vs. nearby cities

White Cross, NC
$3,858/mo
$3,995/mo

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

White Cross, NC
$3,858/mo
U.S. national average
$4,064/mo

Independent living costs in White Cross, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,671/mo
Independent Living
$3,858/mo

Independent living costs in White Cross, NC, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,418/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,566/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,946/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,295/mo

Senior living costs in White Cross 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: White Cross, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhite Cross, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,858/mo$3,526/mo$4,064/mo
Assisted Living$5,089/mo$4,150/mo$4,587/mo
Memory Care$5,671/mo$4,996/mo$5,339/mo
Independent Living
White Cross, NC:$3,858/mo
North Carolina:$3,526/mo
U.S.:$4,064/mo
Assisted Living
White Cross, NC:$5,089/mo
North Carolina:$4,150/mo
U.S.:$4,587/mo
Memory Care
White Cross, NC:$5,671/mo
North Carolina:$4,996/mo
U.S.:$5,339/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in White Cross

Recent reviews for independent living in White Cross

Home Place of Burlington

4.5
We chose Home Place of Burlington because of the informative tour as well as the fact that my mother knew several residents there. These residents provided a great recommendation. I really like Eventus, the medical staff. They are very informative.

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.

White Cross independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in White Cross independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in White Cross, 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 White Cross 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 White Cross partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
White Cross, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
28.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.4%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in White Cross 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 White Cross communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
White Cross, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
31%
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Availability of select programs and activities in White Cross 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 White Cross offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
White Cross, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
40%
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Brier Pointe Retirement Community, Preston Pointe and Bartlett Reserve are the top-rated independent living facilities near White Cross, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 13 independent living facilities near White Cross, North Carolina. See the full list.

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