Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh is a really good fit for my aunt. The staff is great and everybody's been really good to work with. She just got her hair done today actually. However, she had a complaint about the food. She said that the food is not much better than where she was. I think the facility is in good shape. They were doing a few external repairs that needed to be done, and they are actually in the process of working on them. My motivation for selecting this community was its pricing and affordability. I looked at the other places nearby, and Independence Village was the most affordable that offered the most comprehensive services. The rooms are good for the price, and I also think they have a strong community.
Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
Offers Independent Living
14 Reviews
3113 Charles B. Root Wynd, Raleigh, NC 27612
Call
(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
Independent Living Reviews for Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
February 23, 2021
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
September 14, 2020
I am/was a resident of this facility
I took a tour of Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh. They showed us around, and of course we had to wear a mask. I was very pleased with what they showed me. The price was more reasonable than the others I had read about, so I decided to come to this place.
The staff is very nice and very helpful. My apartment is very nice; I'm really pleased with it. It's small, but not really small; it is pretty big enough for me. It is very nice. They deliver the meals to the apartments three times a day. Most meals are really good and really nutritious. They have a cleaning lady that comes in. She cleans the room once a week and changes the sheets on the bed. They have activities. They have bingo maybe once a week, movies nearly every night, and different games for people to play. They have a laundry room with no extra charge where you can wash your own clothes. The hallways are very clean; they kept it up nicely. Each apartment has its own cooling and heating system. You can adjust the temperature the way you want.
The level of care provided is based on what you need. As for me, I have COPD, and I have oxygen that is supplied by my supplier. They have a nurse and the people on the second floor can help you if you need some kind of help. Or you can go to your own doctor. They have a bus that takes you to your doctors' appointments twice a week if you need to go. I haven't taken part in the activities yet because you need to wear a mask. I'll have trouble breathing with an additional mask. I know they have activities, but I haven't taken part in them. I'm glad I came here.
March 19, 2018
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
I picked Independence Village of Olde Raleigh for my parents. It is a very nice and clean place. They didnt charge us a lot to join them and required almost nothing. It's month to month, so if my parents decide they don't want to stay, they can leave. My dad thinks the food is very good. They have very helpful staff. The location is great, and they can walk to the stores.
September 07, 2017
I visited this facility
Of all the places, I found Independence Village of Olde Raleigh by far the best. It looked so good. From my accent, the gentleman concluded that I know Spanish, so he put a couple of ladies at the door who spoke Spanish. They're nice people, very old, but very outgoing and they were speaking to me in Spanish, which was fun. They spoke English too, so we conversed. There were people in the lobby who looked very happy. He showed us around the place and it had a very good feel to it. It looked kind of consolidated and it was not spread out. There was a community feeling about the whole place. I'm not a very private person, I like chatting and doing things together with the people, so that appealed to me a lot. They had music and all kinds of programs coming up. The staff member we spoke to has kept his word that he's not going to come back and pester me all the time. He introduced us to so many people who had gone to other places and still returned here. There were people there who were over 100 years old. The doors at the rooms had lovely wreaths. They had a grocery store across the street about four minutes away, so you're not totally isolated. You can be independent. You have your own facility to cook anything you want. The accommodation was compact, but fine. It's not a home kind of place, but it is absolutely sufficient. If you're ready to move into that place, you need to downsize and go there.
March 30, 2017
I visited this facility
Independence Village of Olde Raleigh was nice, clean, older, and not fancy. The manager seemed genuine. They took people on trips to museums, served three meals a day, and had transportation on certain days of the week, which you signed up for to go to doctors' appointments.
November 19, 2016
I am/was a resident of this facility
I've moved to Independence Village of Olde Raleigh. It's OK, and the staff is very friendly. I have a small studio apartment, but it's OK. The food is really good, and the dining area is OK. There are activities.
August 02, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We selected Independence Village of Olde Raleigh for my husband's mother. It's very clean and any issues we have are taken care of promptly. The staff is very good, extremely helpful, and address our needs immediately. The dining area is beautiful, and I believe the food is good.
February 29, 2016
I am a friend or relative of a resident
Independence Village of Olde Raleigh is where mom is at. What impressed me were the apartment size and the cost, nice exterior, and the diversity there. Home health care is on site; people seemed nice. The staff is OK.
She’s in a 1-bedroom. The bedroom is a good size; maybe a little bit under 500 sq ft. The bathroom is decent, a little small kitchenette, sitting area. Most things were clean.
My mom doesn’t like the food, so they could have a more diverse menu: more leafy green vegetable, more vegetarian-type meal. She’s doesn’t need a lot of meat and everything is meat-based.
September 30, 2015
I visited this facility
I liked the gentleman who showed me around Independence Village. He knew the people as we went through the community, they spoke to me, and I stopped and talked to several of them. I liked the proximity of the place. The layout was a negative because a lot of the rooms were away from the dining room and the entrance. I was impressed with the place.
September 07, 2015
I visited this facility
The people that we met at Independence Village were very friendly and accommodating. The inside of the place is very bright and colorful. It’s just a comfortable place and very nice. The dining room is very open with lots of lights in there; it’s just a really marvelous place. I wouldn’t mind living there myself. They have an activity director, TV rooms, puzzle rooms, and places where you can sit around. They have all kinds of different recreation or movies all months long.
June 18, 2015
I visited this facility
There's a lot of interaction among staff and residents. There were activities going on the whole time I was there, and there was singing in one of the rooms. They had nice-sized apartments. The dining room seemed very nice, and everybody was eating together. They take them to the store, they have bingo, and they have a choir that they can sing with. Independence Village of Olde Raleigh is a pretty joyous place. It's a hybrid of independent and assisted living.
September 30, 2014
I am a friend or relative of a resident
We have a place already. Independence Village has the usual bingo and activities. They have shopping sprees and general stuff that people have all the time. They provide 3 meals. The food wasn’t very palatable, but it’s better now.
September 13, 2013
I visited this facility
Independence Village of Olde Raleigh was very nice although I only met one staff person who gave me the tour. The rooms were spacious enough and it had a homey feeling. I did not see any activities during my visit.
June 29, 2013
I am a friend or relative of a resident
My friend just moved in to Independence Village and so far so good. She has an efficiency apartment and they have their meals downstairs. The place is pretty, clean, and nice and the staff seems very good. The food seems okay.
Questions about Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
Describe the overall population of independent living residents at Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh. What is their average age? What are their favorite things to do?
Independence Village of Olde Raleigh is home to residents 55 and older. Most choose us because they want to only make the move once. Living at Independence Village allows our residents to be as independent as they can, knowing that should they decline in health, help is just around the corner.
What places are nearby for independent living residents to enjoy?
We are located within walking distance to shopping, grocery stores and restaurants. We are also within blocks of UNC Rex Hospital known for excellent service, Crabtree Valley Mall and within 15 minutes of Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
What transportation services does Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh offer to independent living residents?
Independence Village offers transportation to shopping, library, banking and physician appointments each week.
What makes the chef or dining program at Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh exceptional? What kind of menu can independent living residents expect?
Residents can enjoy a more casual dining environment at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh. Coffee is on at 6:30am with breakfast served in our beautiful dining room between 7:30am and 9:00am. Our full breakfast menu offers eggs to order, variety of breakfast meats, biscuits, toast, pancakes, cereals and fresh fruits. Lunch and dinner offer choices of salads, soup, entrees, vegetables and dessert. All meals are served by our friendly staff (and we do the dishes)!
What common areas are available for independent living residents?
Residents can enjoy comfortable sitting areas, library, craft, education and game rooms. Barber and Beauty Shop, Village Store, and two beautiful outside garden areas.
What safety features or security measures does Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh offer to independent living residents?
Our residents feel assured by knowing we have 24-hour staffing that can be easily accessed through phone, intercom our by the simple push of their personally assigned pendant. Staff also do regular walks of the building throughout the night to make sure our residents needs are met.
If Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh accepts dogs or cats, what indoor/outdoor areas can they enjoy?
Pets are always welcomed at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh. Outside walking areas are easily accessed and treats for our four legged friends are kept at the front desk.
Does Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh work with an agency or registry to provide nursing and medical assistance as needed?
Independence Village of Olde Raleigh not only provides an independent living environment but is also one of the few Certified Multi-unit Assisted Housing with Services communities in Wake County. This certification by the State of North Carolina hold Independence Village to a higher level and allows us to legally offer home health, rehab and home care to our residents. Offices are on site and care staff are present 24 hours a day.
Services and Amenities of Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Companion Suites: No
- Studio Apartments
- Housing Extra: None
Dining options
- In Room Kitchenette
- Dining Room Shared Meals
- Room Service For Meals
- Dining Extra: None
Features
- Beauty Barber Shop
- Computer Room
- Resident Transportation
- Party Space
- General Store
- Tv Room
- Garden And Patio
- Resident Parking
- Spa
- Features Extra: Courtyard Gardens, Exercise Area, Fireplace, Close To Shopping/Restaurants
Cleaning services
- Laundry For Linens
- Housekeeping
- Laundry For Clothing
Technology and entertainment
- Wifi
- Technology Extra: Cable Extra
Health services
- Nurse On Staff: No
Activities
- Offsite Activities
- Games
- Stories
- Religious Services
- Lectures Discussions
- Book Clubs
- Fitness Room
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Arts And Crafts
- Activities Extra: Bridge Club, Writer's Club, Cooking Club, Garden Club
Financial guidance
- Va Benefits Consultation
- Financial Guidance Extra: None
Guest services
- Guest Parking
- Guests At Mealtime
- Overnight Guests
Diet
- Diet Extra: None
General
- Minimum Age: 65
- Pets: Yes
Nurses
- Nurses Extra: None
Range of services
- Personal Care Assistants
- In Home Health
- Occupational Therapy
- Range Of Services Extra: None
Payment options
- Credit Card
- Check
- Payment Options Extra: None
About Independence Village Of Olde Raleigh
Stand tall at Independence Village of Olde Raleigh, where the natural beauty of our community’s surroundings blends perfectly with the modern-day amenities offered in our updated studio, one- and two-bedroom apartment homes. Wall-to-wall carpet and mini-blinds on all windows provide the comforts of home that complement our fresh kitchenettes and spacious bathrooms with walk-in showers. Our beautifully manicured grounds and landscaped courtyard offer a great outdoor escape when the weather is nice. Our community offers privacy and the freedom to live the way residents choose in comfortable surroundings. At the same time, it offers companionship. Say goodbye to the worries of living alone with 24-hour caring and professional staff available in case of an emergency. Say goodbye to home maintenance and housework with our housekeeping services. Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle with recreation and entertainment programming and scheduled social events. Our convenient location offers great access to shopping, dining and entertainment in the City of Oaks with scheduled courtesy transportation available.
What Makes Us Special
Convenient location! We are less than a minute walking distance to a shopping center with most needs and only five minutes from Rex Hospital
Get Costs