The 20 Best Continuing Care Retirement Community in North Carolina

"We recently toured the facility. It was okay but what struck us were the nice staff and residents. Also the pups were pretty cute. Didn't realize you could have pets in facilities like this."… Read more

Nestled in the heart of North Carolina's scenic Piedmont region, Galloway Ridge at Fearrington is a Life Plan community where Southern hospitality meets worldly sophistication. As a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), we offer residents the comfort of lifelong care, thoughtfully integrated with vibrant living. From our True Life Care model—designed to provide predictable healthcare costs—to our on-site Duke Center for Living, we’re committed to both peace of mind and total wellness. Residents thrive through purposeful programs, engaging events, and access to everything from fine dining and nature trails to fitness and the arts. At Galloway Ridge, every day is an opportunity to live well, feel connected, and embrace the next chapter with confidence.… Read more

"I’m a resident of Deerfield and have no complaints at all. We get excellent care by loving employees on all levels. I would change nothing." - Sally F.… Read more

The first thing you should know about The Pines at Davidson: People are happy here. In a recent resident satisfaction survey, 98% said they would recommend us to their friends and family. But the numbers only tell part of the story. When you join us, you become part of a close-knit family from all walks of life. You'll be a resident of one of North Carolina's most respected continuing care retirement communities, created to provide a superb way of life and high quality health care, as long as you live.Founded by friends and members of the Davidson College Presbyterian Church, The Pines welcome all faiths, races and nationalities. As a not-for-profit community, every penny of revenue after expenses is used to strengthen the organization and to further its mission, not to pay dividends to shareholders. We are financially strong: only approximately 25 retirement communities What's more, we have options that enable people from a range of financial backgrounds to afford a comfortable life here. Please ask for details so you, with help from your family and advisors, can make a confident decision.Above all, everyone here shares a sense of purpose. We want to preserve the qualities that have made us a great community and work to keep improving. Look at our past and you'll feel more positive about your future… Read more

"The sense of community at WhiteStone is incredible. Everyone looks out for each other, and families feel at ease knowing their loved one is surrounded by supportive and compassionate staff." - Wendy… Read more

Our 100-acre campus is home to nature lovers and urban adventurers. Teachers and learners. Doers and makers. They love our open spaces and desirable Durham location with its farm-to-table restaurants, world-class museums, top sporting events and university life just minutes away. Most of all, they love the sense of community that makes Croasdaile Village feel like home.… Read more

"I have read the review by Linda S. and I couldn't disagree more. We have lived here for 8 years and couldn't be happier with everything that is offered. I have even had experience in the Medical Center following surgery in April and my care there was so excellent; the employees are friendly and helpful, respond to requests promptly, meals are delicious--I could to on and on. I live in independent living with my husband and both of us love it here. There are so many activities offered, medical staff in independent living 24/7, housekeeping, IT services free of charge--again, I could go on and on. Come see for yourself!" - Jean (& Pete)… Read more

"Pennybyrn is amazing, the staff are excellent, the quality of care is bar none. I'd like to correct the other review on this website. Assisted Living has 48 rooms, not 100. There is a Nurse Leader, a Charge Nurse, CNA Leaders, and multiple MedTechs and CNAs. The ratio is about 7 residents per caregiver. That is an incredible ratio to deliver excellent care while developing personal relationships. Additionally, the Independent Living was not doubled. There were 40 apartments added. The IL portion of Pennybyrn is much smaller then other retirement communities in the area, and that's because Pennybyrn was first a skilled nursing community with the mission to care for the frail, poor, and elderly. They are non-profit, and any proceeds that are gathered go right back into the care of the residents. Not to mention, any residents that are unable to continue paying for their care are subsidized by a Pennybyrn account, and the Sisters commitment to serve those in need." - Kris… Read more

At Trinity Oaks, one of North Carolina’s premier retirement communities, we help our residents tailor a lifestyle that suits them – fast-paced or completely relaxed. Opportunities for fun and friendship abound here. Whether it’s a book club, music group, dance class or softball team, there’s something here for everyone. Our sizable campus is located in Salisbury, a welcoming community of 28,500 with a beautiful downtown historic district. With cultural opportunities unparalleled in a town its size – including a symphony orchestra and several award-winning community theatres – Salisbury offers the best of small-town living.… Read more

Twin Lakes Community is designated by the North Carolina Department of Insurance as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). We are fully accredited by the Commission of Rehabilitaion Facilities- Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC). CARF-CCAC is the only accrediting body for continuing care retirement communities and other types of aging services in the nation.Twin Lakes began as a legacy of the family of Wade G. and Agnes Coble. As members of Macedonia Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Cobles left a bequest of $3.5 million to the church to establish health services for the elderly in Alamance County. The local church formed Lutheran Retirement Ministries of Alamance County, NC and began the mission which became Twin Lakes Community. Twin Lakes first opened its doors in April 1983 with Coble Healthcare, three apartment buildings and ten cottages. By all measures our mission has been successful. Twin Lakes has served thousands of residents and family members from throughout the United States and has grown to include a campus of over 500 independent living residents, in addition to our residents in other levels of care.Twin Lakes is centrally located in the heart of North Carolina between the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill, Triangle area, and the Greensboro/High Point/Winston Salem, Triad area, which places us between the campuses and teaching hospitals of Duke, UNC and Wake Forest Universities. Nationally acclaimed Elon University is minutes from our campus. We are easily accessed by two international airports, Amtrak, and two interstate highways located minutes from our entrance.As a non-profit built on Christian values, we celebrate the progression of life and dignity of the individual by empowering all members of our community to live, work and serve to their fullest potential.… Read more

Springmoor is beauty with depth…wellness with purpose…opportunity without limits…value beyond compare. We are your steppingstone to an amazing lifestyle, and just a stone’s throw from all that is Raleigh. Known as the premier continuing care retirement community in this popular retirement spot, Springmoor enriches your life on every level–physically, intellectually, culturally, educationally and spiritually. We invite you to explore our website and visit our community. You’ll soon see why Springmoor is where you want to be. - See more at: http://springmoor.org/#sthash.g65VF6O8.dpuf… Read more

Friends Homes at Guilford is conveniently located across the street from Guilford College and close to shopping areas. From its modest beginning with 24 apartments in 1968, Friends Homes at Guilford has earned a reputation as an outstanding retirement community. Through the years, the facility has expanded its accommodations and services and is a continuing care community offering three levels of care on a fee-for-service basis. Most recent additions to the campus of Friends Homes at Guilford include Hobbs Hall with 40 apartments for independent living and the state-of-the art Whittier Nursing Center which includes a special Memory Care Unit. Friends Homes at Guilford also has a fitness center, library, beauty/barber shop, woodworking shop, art studio and nature trail.… Read more

At Plantation Estates in Matthews, NC, we're expanding our North Carolina retirement community with a new 45-acre development that will add residences, green spaces and life-enhancing amenities that you won't find anywhere else in the Charlotte, NC area. Read the latest news on the expansion here! Construction will soon be complete and most residences are already reserved! Don't miss out on your opportunity to choose a brand-new Courtyard apartment or villa home of your dreams in our campus expansion.At our Matthews, NC senior community, residents are offered Acts' Type A Life Care Contract. This assures their financial security throughout retirement. Plantation Estates is accredited by the Continuing Care Accreditation Commission. This accreditation is the highest recognition that a continuing care community can receive.… Read more

Conveniently located in beautiful Davidson County, North Carolina, Piedmont Crossing retirement community offers comfortable surroundings and all the services and amenities you need to make living easy, enjoyable, and stimulating. Our community combines small-town grace with the convenience of nearby cities such as Greensboro, High Point and Winston Salem. For more than 25 years, Piedmont Crossing has been known as a destination of choice for North Carolina retirement living. As a non-for-profit continuing care community, owned and operated by United Church Homes and Services (UCHS), Piedmont Crossing is home to dynamic people with a passion for life, ideas, activity, and engagement.United Church Homes and Services (UCHS) is a Christian ministry committed to providing vibrant senior living opportunities, diverse programs of outreach and compassionate healthcare services. Our vision is enriching lives by providing the right services, at the right time, in the right setting. We are fortunate to serve over 2000 older adults each year at eleven (11) locations across North Carolina and Virginia and employ over 800 individualsThe United Church Homes and Services Foundation was established in 2000 to solicit, safeguard and disburse funds in support of the charitable work and ministry of United Church Homes and Services with special emphasis on financial assistance for residents and staff. The Foundation supports residents who have outlived their assets through no fault of their own or who qualify for other benevolent assistance. The Foundation also funds resident programs, employee assistance and educational programs, building renovations and campus enrichment programs.Kids Only is a not-for-profit full service childcare center operated on the campus of Piedmont Crossing, a retirement community in Thomasville, NC… Read more

Located in Stanley, North Carolina, Stanley Total Living Center (STLC) is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that provides independent and assisted living options along with a skilled nursing home. We are designed to accommodate the changing needs of our residents. Licensed by the North Carolina Department of Insurance, STLC provides health care for the elderly ranging from Independent living options through full-scale nursing care. We are supported by local churches and the Town of Stanley and are a non-profit committed to A Ministry of Compassion that provides the highest level of care possible to our residents’ medical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs. Choosing a nursing home is a difficult decision. You want only the best – the highest standards of excellence and the warmest, most knowledgeable people who will care for your relative the same way you do. We work hard to meet the needs of our residents. From the housekeeper who dusts family pictures to the nursing assistant who has a friendly “Hello” and a smile, we remember the little things that matter.STLC residents choose from a variety of activities to keep them as active as they care to be. There is time to get together with old friends and meet new ones, relax with a book, enjoy an outing, or work on a craft project. In addition, our skilled professional nurses, therapists, dietitians, social service directors and nursing assistants are specially trained to meet needs around the clockWe welcome individuals and groups to visit and take part in activities with our residents. Volunteers are an important part of our community. Like to learn more? Please visit our volunteering page for more information on opportunities and requirements of our volunteer partners.… Read more

Givens Estates is a nonprofit continuing care retirement community located on a 215-acre campus in Asheville, North Carolina. The organization was incorporated in 1975. The first residents moved to Givens in 1979. Currently, there are approximately 800 residents in a variety of living options including residential living, assisted living and health care. Givens Estates is affiliated with the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church, and has developed relationships with and received support from United Methodist Churches in the Blue Ridge, Smoky Mountain, Appalachian and Catawba Districts of the Conference. Givens is a member of LeadingAge and LeadingAge North Carolina, the United Methodist Association (UMA), and the North Carolina Health Care Facilities Association (NCHCFA). Givens has received accreditation through The Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities - The Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC) and is rated by Fitch Ratings. Throughout its history, Givens Estates has expanded its services and residential options in order to more fully minister to seniors from all walks of life. Today, the campus includes 86 single-family cottages, 40 duplexes, 72 Creekside apartments, 24 villas and 190 main building apartments; 47 assisted living beds; an 84-bed health care center, with short-term rehab beds and skilled nursing care beds (Medicare/Medicaid certified). Compassionate care is a vital part of Givens' ministries as demonstrated through its internal charitable care and external community benefit, which exceeds 5% of annual revenues. Givens has a long-standing history of ministry to residents with financial limitations. One (1) out of four (4) of its residents receives financial assistance. This includes residents in the HUD subsidized and tax credit apartments on the Asheville and Waynesville campuses, and Medicaid residents in the health center. Givens has embarked on ministries which benefit people beyond its resident communities. It is estimated that well over four thousand (4,000) people in the region are impacted annually through outreach efforts and partnerships with congregations and other non-profit organizations.To strengthen the commitment to the region, LifeMinistries Outreach, LLC was established in 1998 to help congregations and communities become more aware of underserved populations and wellness needs within their congregations, schools and communities. LifeMinistries provides guidance in developing and implementing programs that specifically address those needs.… Read more

Nestled on 48 acres of lush, peaceful woodlands with sweeping views of western North Carolina’s Appalachian Mountains, Ardenwoods offers active seniors independent living at its finest.With a range of residential options, this is more than just a place to live. Ardenwoods is a celebration of healthy living, with on-site amenities including chef-prepared nutritious meals, a fitness center, woodland hiking trails, a heated indoor pool, a creative arts studio and woodworking shop, lectures and classes, and resident-tended gardens. In addition to the vast onsite offerings, our Active Life Navigator plans an incredible calendar of cultural, educational, and social outings in the Asheville and Hendersonville areas. Ardenwoods also features Heather Glen, our beautifully designed on-site assisted living community that ensures residents receive convenient access to multiple levels of care, including the latest treatments and rehabilitative therapies.Life Care Services leads the way in senior living with over 40 years of proven performance, providing passionate, innovative leadership through strong financial stewardship, while delivering lifestyle-centered services and high-quality health services in communities as unique as the individuals who live in them.… Read more

Our mission is to provide a caring, responsible community that fosters the independence of residents of retirement age by enhancing their ability to lead purposeful, active, healthy and secure lives. Internationally accredited by CARF/CCAC, Fitch rated, and neighbor to the Duke University campus and medical center, The Forest at Duke is a vibrant, not-for-profit 501(c)3 continuing care retirement community. Over 800 residents from 38 different states have chosen to call The Forest home since its opening in 1992. Today, 400 people enjoy life at The Forest and 275 staff members are an integral part of their lives. Residents are professors, gardeners, authors, CEOs, community volunteers, opera buffs, engineers, librarians, homemakers, artists - folks from all walks of life who embrace and celebrate the rich dimensions of their diversity. A passion for personal growth, along with comfort, security and peace of mind drew them here. Freedom to live life confidently and to the fullest is what they've found.… Read more

Carol Woods is an inclusive community that promotes an active lifestyle supported by the area’s educational, cultural and medical resources. A commitment to well-being enables residents to pursue activities that support a sense of individual fulfillment and purpose.Situated on 120 wooded acres in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Carol Woods is an accredited not-for-profit continuing care retirement community. Carol Woods was founded in 1979 by a group of local residents wanting to retire to Chapel Hill. It is governed by a local, all-volunteer board of directors entrusted with ultimate fiduciary responsibility.Financial stability. Carol Woods has maintained an A rating from Standard & Poor’s. A solid actuarial base, strong reserves and sound practices assure financial security for the future.Internationally recognized healthcare. Carol Woods offers a supportive, residential-style environment in which the highest quality of care is provided with a focus on a meaningful daily lifestyle for each resident.Resident-driven model. Residents organize and manage more than 80 on-campus activities and interest groups. Four residents serve on the board of directors.Carol Woods offers the Type B Modified contract, which has proven to be a financially sound way to operate a nonprofit continuing care retirement community.Fees include housing, meals, maintenance, housekeeping, utilities and a full array of amenities. Annually, residents accumulate 15 "free days" of skilled nursing care, with no limit on accumulation. Once the free days are exhausted, the cost of assisted living or skilled nursing care is offered at a discounted rate.Carol Woods shall be a charitable, not-for-profit corporation meeting the needs of older adults for housing, health, well-being, and protection of financial security.The mission of Carol Woods shall be to provide a safe, healthful, and secure environment for persons throughout their later years, as well as to engage in cooperative research, development and education in areas encompassed by the mission. High-quality residential living and health services shall be provided according to individual needs. Residents’ ongoing needs to maintain and promote health and well-being shall be supported through the provision of appropriate resources. Carol Woods shall encourage diversity, residents’ leadership, and participation in and service to Carol Woods and the larger community. Carol Woods shall also foster a high-quality work experience for staff and facilit… Read more

The genesis of Southminster is a rather incredible story. Two long-standing churches in Charlotte, Christ Episcopal and Myers Park Baptist joined together to successfully launch a premier ecumenical, non-profit, retirement community. After years of research, planning, and the generous contributions of many, in 1987, the “impossible dream” became a reality with the ribbon cutting of what was considered at the time one of the most upscale retirement communities in the nation. The community was an immediate success meeting pent-up demand. Now as an independent 501c(3) organization governed by a board of directors comprised of community and civic leaders, Southminster has been a stable example for over 25 years of responsible stewardship and ministry. Books could be written full of wonderful stories of multiple generations of residents creating memories, forging lifelong friendships, and living full and productive lives. With Southminster’s recent expansion and renovations, Southminster continues to meet the needs of its residents and those yet to come. With high-demand, larger, more spacious homes, a modern fitness center (with indoor pool), and unparalleled amenities, Southminster continues to set the bar for what retirement living should be. Accredited with a full continuum of care and a commitment to the highest level of service, Southminster continues the tradition of defining the exceptional retirement experience. Southminster is a member in good standing with Leading Age, formerly known as the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging (AAHSA) and its state chapter, the North Carolina Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging (NCANPHA). If you are interested in learning more, call to schedule your visit to Southminster and learn how you can enjoy a retirement lifestyle full of choices and possibilities.… Read more