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The cost of independent living in Barclay is about $6,545 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 206 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 Brookdale Dover
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11 Floor plan available
9.3
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54 reviews
9.3
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54 reviews
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my wife has been with brookdale for 2 years and has benefited from the memory care unit. Excellent care and wonderful staff. the memory care program coordinator is great with all residents and keeps them...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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9.1
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23 reviews
9.1
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They loved my dad and enjoyed bingo and the food. They liked his stories. I would recommend them to others - they are a little expensive, but it was worth it.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The Residence at Eden GreenIn the heart of Maryland’s eastern shore, this picturesque, wooded community offers a safe, loving environment for residents. The welcoming staff is committed to providing attentive, personalized care that helps residents feel at home. Our comforting interiors and...
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9.0
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35 reviews
9.0
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35 reviews
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I liked that the community gave my loved one things to do and that he had people around. It didn't take long before he referred to "my apartment" at Dover Place. So I guess he felt at home there. Yes, I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Dover Place is an Enlivant senior living community nestled in a rural part of historic Dover, Delaware. Our rural setting provides the peace and tranquility that our residents desire, while our proximity to downtown Dover offers a world of entertainment and cultural activities, including The...
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77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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37 reviews
8.6
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37 reviews
5 star
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They have a great location with a very welcoming staff. I feel like they could do more activities with the residents in memory care. Every time I visit, the residents are just sitting at the large table in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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8.5
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3 reviews
8.5
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My loved one was previously a resident at Queenstown Landing and the facility was spotless. The staff was friendly and they were very accommodating. They tried to make all of the activities special,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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3838 Floor plans available
8.5
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53 reviews
8.5
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The staff are wonderful. The community is very welcoming and yes I would recommend the Harmony at Kent community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Barclay, MD

The average cost of senior living in Barclay is $6,545 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgewood, MD with an average of $2,998 per month.

Independent living costs in Barclay, MD, vs. nearby cities

Barclay, MD
$6,545/mo

Independent living costs in Barclay, MD, vs. state and national averages

Barclay, MD
$6,545/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Barclay, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,545/mo
Independent Living
$6,545/mo

Independent living costs in Barclay, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,586/mo
Studio
$6,950/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,750/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,716/mo

Senior living costs in Barclay vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Barclay, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarclay, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$6,545/mo$3,921/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,371/mo$5,319/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,545/mo$6,220/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Barclay, MD:$6,545/mo
Maryland:$3,921/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Barclay, MD:$6,371/mo
Maryland:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Barclay, MD:$6,545/mo
Maryland:$6,220/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Barclay

Recent reviews for independent living in Barclay

Queenstown Landing

5.0
My inlaws reside at Queenstown Landing. My Father In Law recently passed. The kindness and warmth provided to him is beyond words. Exceptional care and interaction with the residents and families. The Staff is Family, and knows their resident's personalities and needs. They have the best ...
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Brookdale Dover

4.6
My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was always friendly and respectful. There were ample activities for him to participate in. ...
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State Street Assisted Living in Dover, DE

5.0
The elderly residents are treated with respect/dignity. The facility promotes a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I would recommend to others.

Barclay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barclay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barclay, 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 Barclay 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 Barclay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barclay, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barclay 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 Barclay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barclay, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barclay 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 Barclay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barclay, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.4%
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Brookdale Dover, The Residence at Eden Green and Dover Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barclay, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near Barclay, Maryland. See the full list.
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