Whether you prefer laid-back beach towns, mountain hikes, or something in between, North Carolina has something to offer — and that’s what makes it an ideal retirement destination. The Outer Banks region along the state’s eastern coast is a popular tourist spot, featuring lighthouses, beaches, and countless other aquatic activities. It’s also home to Kitty Hawk, the seaside town where the Wright brothers made their historic first airplane flight. Then, on North Carolina’s western edge is where the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains run through the state. Peppered throughout all of North Carolina are small yet vibrant college towns like Asheville and Chapel Hill, along with larger metropolitan areas like Charlotte. Add mild weather and low property taxes to the mix, and it’s clear why the Tar Heel State has one of the fastest-growing populations in the United States.
Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 150 independent living communities, sometimes simply called retirement communities, in North Carolina.
The median monthly cost of independent living in North Carolina is about $2,600.
My folks have lived at brier Pointe retirement community for over eight months and really love living there. The residence are all friendly. The staff is a tentative. The building is only a few years old and...
So far Carolina Pines has exceeded all my expectations! The residents are friendly and they look out for each other without infringing on anyone's privacy. The staff is mazing! I cannot say enough good...
I would give it 4 stars, I would have given it 5, but my mom consistently tells me the food is not good. The staff is great and I think that apartment is a really good size. She's in a one bedroom. Her...
We chose The Gardens at Wakefield for my mother when she came to NC from Idaho. Having never looked at senior housing before I toured several communities and felt like it was the best fit for her. She had a...
Staff is friendly and helpful. I get the impression that they are cooking out of a recipe book. Nothing is simple. They spent a long time overcooking the entrees. All meats were cooked dry and flavorless....
Everyone is very welcoming and friendly. There have been many changes in staffing, including 4 changes in culinary director in the 10.5 months we've been here. The food has been the biggest issue.
My cousin's main complaint is about the quality of the food and attitude of workers in the cafeteria. Her rent increased by 7.75%[date removed]. I thought that was too much increase, but out of my control.
Staff addresses needs promptly; room sizes vary two bedroom; one bedroom; studio. Studio apartment is very adequate for single occupant and many offer a balcony. Weekly cleaning service included in monthly...
I would give it 4 stars, I would have given it 5, but my mom consistently tells me the food is not good. The staff is great and I think that apartment is a really good size. She's in a one bedroom. Her...
My mom and family are very pleased with her selection of Creekside Terrace. The staff are professional, pleasant, accommodating and attentive and the residents are friendly.
The staff is very sweet. According to mom the food is so so and takes forever to come to the table. The rooms are clean and nice! They have studios which are good sized! They have little kitchenettes but no...
My husband really liked it there. Most of the staff was very helpful and caring with a few exceptions. You do get a lot of attention when you first move in. Harder to get a hold of admin after that. He...
My mom was able to continue to live independently with specific suggestions provided by staff. She loved the library filled with books. The activities that she attended she had great things to say about...
My sister has adapted well to independent living, and [name removed] was the right place for her. They run a very good establishment and demonstrate a lot of care for the people living there.
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