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The cost of independent living in Merry Oaks is about $4,436 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 217 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Preston Pointe
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Preston Point is an excellent facility, we have been here one year and find the staff and all employees to be top notch in every way. Amazing chef with creative and delicious meals, and all day dining. We...
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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2222 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Atria Cary is the staff and residents, they all have all been very friendly and accommodating. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we...
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.
Sitting near the majestic Symphony Lake and surrounded by fragrant tall pines, Atria Cary will offer a vibrant new community for older adults who value their independence.The 138 apartments in this four-story residence will feature one- and two-bedroom floor plans – all with amazing views – and...
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The facility is top notch in every aspect. They have taken into account specific needs of all areas of the population. Anyone can get assistance with any need with the services offered. The faculty is very...
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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22 Floor plans available
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My mother has been thoroughly enjoying her time at Bartlett Reserve senior living. The warm and welcoming community, combined with attentive staff, has made her feel right at home. She loves the engaging...
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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Great place and location but the food is just not good at all - almost always the hot meals are luke warm to cold and the quality is lacking in every regard. Yes, I would recommend this community to other...
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.
Jordan Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the majestic beauty of the North Carolina countryside, you'll be delighted by your decision to move in with us at Jordan Oaks. The air is pure, the winters are mild and Cary has been ranked the...
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It is spotless and smells wonderful. Cambridge is an independent apartment. But the staff will help you with anything non medical. They offer monthly packages through Wake Med if you need help with meds or...
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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.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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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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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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My mother has been at Windsor Point for a few years now and I love the staff and other residents. They have always been caring and responsive their needs. Recently they have started renovating/updating...
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.
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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.
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...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Merry Oaks, NC

The average cost of senior living in Merry Oaks is $4,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goldston, NC with an average of $2,431 per month.

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

Merry Oaks, NC
$4,436/mo
$4,455/mo

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

Merry Oaks, NC
$4,436/mo
U.S. national average
$4,163/mo

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

$6,648/mo
Independent Living
$4,436/mo

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

Studio
$4,726/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,974/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,028/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Merry Oaks over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Merry Oaks

Recent reviews for independent living in Merry Oaks

Magnolia Glen in Raleigh, NC

5.0
My family and I have been very pleased with the care our mother and brother got at MG. Our mother was in independent living and our brother was in assisted living. They would both still be there had it not been for the decline of my mother’s cognitive decline. We had to move her to a facility ...
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Woodland Terrace in Cary, NC

4.6
The staff was super helpful and friendly. The facility is very clean. I think it would be helpful if the facility could have some sort of orientation for family members to attend.

Bayberry Retirement Inn in Sanford, NC

4.5
I give all of the categories 5 stars with the exception of the meals and dining, the food is not good. By the time they get the food to the table it's cold. And elderly people should not be eating hot dogs on a regular basis. What sticks out the most about Bayberry Retirement Inn is the size ...
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Merry Oaks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merry Oaks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merry Oaks, 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 Merry Oaks 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 Merry Oaks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Merry Oaks 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 Merry Oaks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merry Oaks 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 Merry Oaks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
55.6%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.5%
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Waltonwood Lake Boone, Preston Pointe and Atria Cary are the top-rated independent living facilities near Merry Oaks, North Carolina. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Merry Oaks, North Carolina. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Merry Oaks, 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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