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17 Independent Living Facilities near Calabash, NC

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17 Independent Living Facilities near Calabash, NC

If you’re looking for independent living in the Calabash area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Calabash. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 17 independent living facilities in Calabash, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Arbor Landing at Surfside
2020 Photos available
9.9
Review score
31 reviews
9.9
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31 reviews
5 star
91%
4 star
6%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
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This is my one-month anniversary at Arbor Landing. I am very happy here. The staff is phenomenal, and the residents are very friendly and helpful. The activities provide an opportunity for the residents 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.
Our independent living neighborhood offers seniors the perfect balance between independence and support, security and freedom, privacy and socialization.All-inclusive services include:•Private studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with convenient kitchenettes, gracious tiled bathrooms,...
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Photo of Indigo at Carolina Forest
77 Photos available
1717 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
26 reviews
9.6
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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We were one of the first in a new facility, it was clean, the food was great the staff was wonderful. Value was a little high but the staff and care was the value for us. Our loved one passed away not long...
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.
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Photo of Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe
2525 Photos available
9.6
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13 reviews
9.6
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13 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
23%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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The Director and the entire Staff are great. They are so caring, helpful, and are always around. They all take the time to talk with you and listen to your concerns and worries. Everyone knows your loved...
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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Photo of Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle
1212 Photos available
9.5
Review score
42 reviews
9.5
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42 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
14%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
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Moving mom to an independent living apartment was of course very stressful. Chosing the right facility and getting buy-in from mom, who had a 3 bedroom 2 bath house by herself was sometimes tenuous. A...
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.
Person Centered. Service Focused. Passion Driven. Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle is an exceptional new option for Senior Living in southeastern North Carolina. Arbor Landing offers residents Retirement Living with Assisted Services. A unique alternative for seniors, the community combines just the...
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Photo of TerraBella Myrtle Beach
1717 Photos available
9.2
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89 reviews
9.2
Review score
89 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
29%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
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What has made this community such a great experience so far is how convenient it is to get to things. We also like the transportation that is available. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
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.
Terra Bella Myrtle Beach provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.One of the nation's most popular tourist draws, now you'll be able to call Myrtle Beach home all year round. Conveniently located in the town's center, you're in luck if you like mild weather, miles...
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Photo of Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet
11 Photo available
1818 Floor plans available
9.0
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10 reviews
9.0
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
40%
3 star
0%
2 star
10%
1 star
0%
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We have been residents at Magnolia Bridge at Murrells Inlet for 2 plus months and everything here has been top notch. We enjoy all of the people who work here. We especially enjoy the fact that they call you...
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.
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Photo of Cambridge Village of WilmingtonCommunity card badge
88 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
47 reviews
9.0
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47 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
9%
3 star
11%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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The Cambridge community is really a great place to live, I give it all 5 stars because it is the best I have ever had. The food that is prepared here is wonderful as well as the staff members. I think I'll...
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.
Cambridge Village of Wilmington Optimal Living® for active adults 55+Every day at Cambridge Village brings a new experience in Optimal Living® – our all-encompassing philosophy that combines professional support, concierge healthcare and social enrichment programs to maximize every resident’s...
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1919 Photos available
8.8
Review score
29 reviews
8.8
Review score
29 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
21%
3 star
10%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
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Portside at Grande Dunes community is a wonderful place staffed by caring people, we would give them all 5 stars. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to others - my...
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.
At Portside at Grande Dunes, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed...
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Photo of Garden Manor Village
22 Photos available
8.8
Review score
19 reviews
8.8
Review score
19 reviews
5 star
26%
4 star
48%
3 star
16%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
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My mom and dad experienced happiness at Garden Manor Village in their remaining years and received compassion from the staff and management when they passed. They spoke highly of the living conditions and...
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.
Cost of residency includes: - Unfurnished apartment. - One well prepared meal per day. - Weekly housekeeping. - All utilities excluding phone and cable. - Scheduled activity program.
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Photo of Holiday Lake Shore Commons
1717 Photos available
4242 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
76 reviews
8.6
Review score
76 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
24%
3 star
8%
2 star
5%
1 star
3%
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The staff at Holiday Lake Shore commons are friendly, but spread thin. They are busy. My loved one said that no one has come to clean her place yet since she's moved in, so she does it herself. 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.
Lake Shore Commons provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet, beautiful section of Wilmington near the city's center, you'll love your peaceful home in the heart of town. We're minutes from healthcare shopping, dining and many interesting...
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Photo of The Woods at Holly Tree
88 Photos available
8.5
Review score
203 reviews
8.5
Review score
203 reviews
5 star
82%
4 star
11%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
2%
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The staff at The Woods at Holly Tree are lovely, but turnover is HIGH. At some point, housekeeping fell apart because of staff turnover. The food is very hit or miss in terms of quality - very disappointing....
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.
The Woods at Holly Tree provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet suburb of the bustling town of Wilmington, you'll love coming home to a calm and friendly environment in the heart of it all. We're close to excellent shopping and first-class...
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Photo of New Haven at Little River
2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
8.3
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
13%
3 star
10%
2 star
13%
1 star
6%
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The facility itself is clean, inviting, and conducive to individual needs. The staff, in many ways, became like family because of their professional care and honest concern for my loved one. The food is...
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.
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Photo of Lakes at Litchfield
1212 Photos available
5 star
96%
4 star
4%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
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I am thoroughly happy as a member of this community. The location is wonderful and awe enjoy excellent friendships. We are more than comfortable with excellent amenities.
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.
Photo of Carolina Gardens at Conway
1313 Photos available
5 star
69%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
8%
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Don't bother looking anywhere else, you won't find anything better. The staff is beyond remarkable, the cleanliness is a lot cleaner then other places (they clean the top of the window sills once a week),...
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.
Carolina Gardens at Conway is an assisted living and memory care community in Conway, South Carolina. Conway is a thriving city in the Myrtle Beach metro area, home to Coastal Carolina University and has been designated as a Tree City USA for over 20 years. With a revitalized downtown area that...
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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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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.
Welcome To An Exceptional Retirement Destination!When selecting a retirement destination, one of the most important considerations is location. Brightmore of Wilmington is especially appealing to residents who appreciate the beauty,tradition and charm of one of America's oldest cities, as well as...
Photo of Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
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.

Cost of independent living in Calabash, NC

The average cost of senior living in Calabash is $3,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sandy Creek, NC with an average of $3,610 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Calabash, NC vs. nearby cities

Calabash, NC
$3,802/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Calabash, NC vs. the state and national average

Calabash, NC
$3,802/mo
U.S. national average
$3,932/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Calabash vs. other types of senior living

$4,354/mo
Independent Living
$3,802/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Calabash, NC by room type

Semi-Private
$5,203/mo
Studio
$4,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,283/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,761/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,423/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Calabash over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Calabash

Recent reviews for independent living in Calabash

The Woods at Holly Tree in Wilmington, NC

4.4
First and foremost is the lady, [name removed], who walked us through the process of exploring ,finding out if The Woods was the best living arrangement for my nephew. Recently diagnosed with Parkinsons everything was new and a bit anxiety provoking for us. However, [name removed] seemed to ...
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TerraBella Myrtle Beach

4.0
Our loved one is currently a resident at TerraBella Myrtle Beach. If we could afford more, we would But on a budget, it's good. The cleaning is on you. The food is okay/good. However, they are struggling to keep workers so I'm not sure why. I would recommend TerraBella Myrtle Beach if the ...
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Indigo at Carolina Forest in Myrtle Beach, SC

5.0
I love this place so far. The residents and staff are great and very friendly. The food is excellent and service is top notch. I haven't joined any activities yet. This is a wonderful place and our home is very comfortable.

Calabash independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Calabash independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Calabash, 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 Calabash 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 Calabash partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Calabash, NCNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
30.9%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
28.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
30.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Calabash 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 Calabash communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Calabash, NCNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
33%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
33.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
15.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Calabash 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 Calabash offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Calabash, NCNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.7%
42%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
25.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.5%
46.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.9%
46.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
39.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
33.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.9%
43.9%
Live performances
Live performances
52.9%
43.7%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
28.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.9%
36.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
43.5%
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Arbor Landing at Surfside, Indigo at Carolina Forest and Arbor Landing at Compass Pointe are the top rated independent living facilities near Calabash, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Calabash, North Carolina. See the full list.

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