Best Independent Living in Winston Salem, North Carolina
12 communities found
Winston-Salem lists 16 independent living communities, all residential in nature, with an average rating of 4.2 stars drawn from 776 reviews across 16 rated communities. Of the three communities with a known size, one is small and two are large. Amenities appear widely, with 24-hour staff and gathering or activity spaces reported at all 16 communities, and wheelchair access and emergency call systems at 15.
- 12communities
- 4.2average rating, 12 rated
- 672family reviews read
From $2,855/moArbor Ridge At Stanleyville
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.8(70)
Independent Living
Heritage Woods Senior Living
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.5(93)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
ThriveMore
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.8(5)
Independent Living
Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community
Winston Salem, North Carolina
4.4(161)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $2,000/moHoliday Forsyth Court
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.3(89)
Independent Living
From $6,995/moHarmony at Brookberry Farm
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.2(31)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Creekside Terrace
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4.1(77)
Independent Living
PruittPlace - Winston Salem
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4(30)
Medicare home health · 4.5★
Brookridge Life Plan Community
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
4(48)
Independent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Salemtowne Retirement Community
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
3.9(29)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Somerset Court of University Place
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
3.7(10)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Magnolia Creek
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
3.6(29)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated independent living in Winston-Salem
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (70 reviews)· Independent Living
Arbor Ridge At Stanleyville holds a 4.8-star average from 70 Google reviews, though no specific review comments or amenity details were provided.
- 2
4.5 (93 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
- 3
4.8 (5 reviews)· Independent Living
ThriveMore is an independent living community with a 4.2 out of 5 rating from 6 Google reviews, with no detailed comments describing daily life there.
- 4
Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community
4.4 (161 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 6 units
- 5
4.3 (89 reviews)· Independent Living
Holiday Forsyth Court is an independent living community with a 4.3 out of 5 rating from 89 Google reviews, though no detailed review text was provided.
- 6
4.2 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Harmony at Brookberry Farm has a 4.2-star rating from 31 reviewers and highlights on-site rehabilitation, a secured assisted living option, and social and fitness amenities.
- 7
4.1 (77 reviews)· Independent Living
- 8
4 (30 reviews)· Assisted Living, Home Health, Independent Living
No written reviews were provided for this community, though it holds a 4.0 Google rating from 30 reviews. Without specific reviewer comments, it's hard to say what families particularly liked or disliked here.
- 9
Brookridge Life Plan Community
4 (48 reviews)· Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 77 units
Brookridge is a Life Plan Community in Winston-Salem offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing on one wooded campus. It holds a solid 4.0 Google rating from 48 reviewers, though no…
- 10
Salemtowne Retirement Community
3.9 (29 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 100 units
What families say about independent living in Winston-Salem
Counted across the review summaries of 12 Winston-Salem communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise activities and social life, noted at 38% of the 16 communities, followed by building and grounds at 31% and food and dining at 25%. Medical and nursing care and safety and security each come up in 19% of communities. On the concern side, communication with families and cost and billing each appear in 88% of communities, while staff attitude and staffing levels and turnover are mentioned in 6%.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 50%
- Building and grounds 42%
- Food and dining 33%
- Medical and nursing care 25%
- Safety and security 25%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 83%
- Cost and billing 83%
- Building and upkeep 8%
“Reese Collins, the sales manager is amazing. She goes above and beyond to make sure new residents feel welcomed and their needs at respected. Her bright smile and vivacious nature was just the spark my sister needed to feel comfortable and supported in her new home.”
“My Mother moved in last month. We were able to make her apartment look like a few rooms from her home. She is making friends and enjoying her time there. The apartment is in a very nice setting yet is convenient to many businesses.”
“The best retirement community in Winston-Salem!! My Grandmother has lived here for over 15 years and is better because of this community.”
Independent Living in Winston-Salem: the figures
- •Among the 3 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,000 a month with a median of $2,855.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (12), 24-hour staff (12), wheelchair accessible (11), social activities (11), emergency call system (11), housekeeping (10).
How families pay for independent living in North Carolina
Most families in North Carolina cover assisted living, memory care and independent living out of pocket at first, often drawing on savings, retirement income and, when needed, proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a policy exists, can offset part of the monthly cost, though families should check the policy's terms since coverage for assisted living versus memory care can differ. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps pay for the cost of care, and it is worth asking a VA representative whether a particular community's services meet the program's requirements.
The full picture for the state: Independent Living in North Carolina.
Independent Living near Winston-Salem
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemmons7.3 mi | 7 | 4.3 / 5 | 7.3 mi |
| Kernersville12.5 mi | 21 | 3.8 / 5 | 12.5 mi |
| King13.7 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 13.7 mi |
| High Point18.4 mi | 16 | 3.7 / 5 | 18.4 mi |
| Thomasville19.3 mi | 18 | 4.1 / 5 | 19.3 mi |
| Lexington19.5 mi | 17 | 4 / 5 | 19.5 mi |
| Greensboro26.2 mi | 36 | 4 / 5 | 26.2 mi |
| Salisbury31.6 mi | 32 | 4.1 / 5 | 31.6 mi |
All of North Carolina: Independent Living in North Carolina. Closer to home? Compare independent living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 22, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Winston-Salem, 672 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Winston Salem ask about.
- Home Care in North Carolina: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Complete Independent Living Moving Checklist For Stress-Free Senior Relocation
- How Independent Living Supports An Active Senior Lifestyle
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Independent Living in Winston Salem: Common Questions
How many independent living communities are in Winston Salem, North Carolina?
MyLivingChoice lists 12 independent living communities in Winston Salem, North Carolina, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does independent living cost in Winston Salem?
Among Winston Salem communities that publish pricing, independent living starts around $2,000/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,950/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which independent living communities in Winston Salem are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Arbor Ridge At Stanleyville (4.8★, 70 ratings), ThriveMore (4.8★, 5 ratings), Heritage Woods Senior Living (4.5★, 93 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Winston Salem?
Beyond independent living, Winston Salem has assisted living (14 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (12 communities), home health (5 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate independent living in Winston Salem?
Families rate Winston Salem independent living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 672 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Winston Salem independent living communities?
Across the review summaries of 12 Winston Salem communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 50%), building and grounds (mentioned for 42%), food and dining (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are communication with families (83%), cost and billing (83%), building and upkeep (8%).
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