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The cost of independent living in Bel Alton is about $4,974 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 390 options. Read 6049 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 Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
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There has been a complete turnover of staff just in the last week. I was responding based on on the previous staff. I have not met the new people yet. As for the facility, it's very clean and there are a lot...
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.
We believe that Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Wilshire Estates, our management teams...
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My parents have been living at Heritage for the past six months. It’s been a huge adjustment and an emotional move. The staff has done a wonderful job through out the transition to show care and compassion....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Heritage Village in Gainesville, VA, a well-established and bustling senior living community since 2016, is more than just a place to live. It's a family-oriented community that fosters a sense of belonging and independence among its residents. Our team, dedicated to providing customized care,...
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We like that our loved one has made friends there and we would recommend Sunrise Braddock Glen to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
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.
Braddock Glen in Fairfax, Virginia is a warm and friendly low-cost assisted living community where every resident receives personalized assistance, supportive services, and compassionate care in a professionally managed, carefully designed, community setting from long-tenured team members. We are...
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I had a unique experience in that I chose this facility for my mother however, the week before she was to move in, she had to go to the hospital and unfortunately she never was able to live there. The sales...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Located just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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Admission staff was welcoming and made sure Mom was comfortable. The nurses and aides were helpful and made sure Mom made to activities and meals. It is a place we could/would consider for permanent...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Paramount Senior Living at Fredericksburg is a premiere assisted living and memory care community located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Fredericksburg is located an hour south of Washington D.C., offering residents easy access to the world-famous landmarks of our nation's capital. Our residents...
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I would definitely recommend Sunrise. The office staff are caring, helpful, and knowledgeable. They were wonderful with my husband and very attentive and friendly with me. We felt so comfortable there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Staff is wonderful. The place is small enough that they know all the residents and they know their families too! And genuinely seem to care about the residents.
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.
You can live well and age well when you come home to our stunning and stately luxury senior living community in Woodbridge, Va., 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. Our community offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, so should your needs change over time, and you require memory...
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There is an activity calendar printed monthly. Instructors for the pool and gym weekly. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Grocery store is walking distance from the facility, and the ER is a 5 min drive...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
As the GOLD recipient of the Active Adult Community Award from Maryland Multi-Housing Association, Gardens of Annapolis is the premier senior living community in Annapolis, MD. Just moments from Annapolis Mall and the Annapolis Town Center, you can enjoy and appreciate all the comforts of...
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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
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They just did landscaping around all the villas and the assisted living building. Very nice. Waiting on maintenance is still somewhat of a problem but better since they fired their maintenance head. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Located in the tranquil region of Farnham, Richmond County, Virginia, Commonwealth Assisted Living at Farnham lie on a very natural surrounding filled with peace. The senior community is situated a few miles from Warsaw town in the midst of a magnificent farmland. Surrounding amenities within the...
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The only concern is feeling more active and independent than many of the other residents in the dining room and at group activities. One person moves at a different pace, but overall they've enjoyed almost...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Five Star Senior Living, founded in 2001, is a trusted name in senior care with over 200 facilities and communities in 33 states. The standards that we have set inspire us to exceed what is expected — becoming a valued member of our community, striving to surpass every standard, and keeping...
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The place was recently renovated so that was nice. The food could be really improved for more nutrition and softer texture for easier consumption for the elderly
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.
Just a few minutes from Pike and Rose, 495 access and the Strathmore Music Center, The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane is both centrally located and beautifully situated on the Bethesda Trolley Trail. Our community offers Assisted Living, Enhanced Care and Memory Focused services and provide skilled...
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Facility & staff are very friendly & kind. Cleanliness of my husband's room needs to be improved greatly. Patients really care a lot about one another.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
About the facilityThe Ridge at SterlingAt The Ridge at Sterling, discover exceptional care options for independent living, assisted living, and respite care. This community’s comforting campus in Sterling, Virginia, offers an inviting homestyle atmosphere and lies tucked away in a residential...
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The price is right. It all [name removed] can afford. He makes too much to qualify for Medicaid, but not enough to live anywhere else.
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.
The decision to leave the comfort of your own home to move into an assisted living residence is a difficult one for most people. You don't need constant help, every day. But you do need a little help from time to time. Is it worth the move? Assisted living can offer you more lifestyle choices at...
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My mother spent a year at Bay Village. She has dementia, and had just come off an especially difficult cancer treatment and a feeding tube. The staff did an amazing job helping her try to eat by mouth again...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Sunrise at Bay Village is a state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Dementia Care community nestled on 3 acres of a tranquil wooded setting while still being convenient to shopping and downtown Annapolis. Staying true to the vision of Annapolis, Sunrise at Bay Village has planned a community that...
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I would rate each category as a 5. My sister is very happy with the overall experience. Activities are top notch as well as food. She interacts with medical staff frequently and they are great! Staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 Villa at Suffield Meadows initially opened its doors for operation in 2010. The Villa provided Fauquier and surrounding communities with luxurious residential and assisted living options. Set on more than three acres and surrounded by the established, 55+ scenic neighborhood of Suffield...
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Staff below the directors were a mix of motivated to disengaged, but more than half seemed to genuinely care. Senior staff was very caring and acted quickly to the benefit of the people staying there. They...
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.
Located just south of Washington, D.C., Tribute at The Glen rests near the confluence of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers. At home in the small suburb of Woodbridge, the community provides a full spectrum of assisted living and memory care services. Experienced caregivers aim to build lasting...
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The staff is amazing! Everyone that works at Sunrise is helpful and professional. They spend a great deal of time with residents, and develop relationships with family and friends. Highly recommend Sunrise...
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.
Sunrise of Annapolis is conveniently located on Bestgate Road in Annapolis, close to Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis Mall and scenic historic Annapolis. We pride ourselves in having a truly caring staff that has served our seniors for many years and have been awarded the 'Best Assisted...
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All categories get a 5 except for #6 food. That would be 3-4 based on what my cousin has said about it. Overall, Malta House has been an excellent choice for her. This is a small community and the staff is...
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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My husband rebounded from 2-person assist to independence! It is expensive, but caring for a 2-person assist resident takes a lot of work.
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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Most of the staff are excellent. They truly want to help. There are some activities in the morning and afternoon and very few at night. My mom's room is a studio and it is a big studio and very nice. Food...
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.
Tall Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care has served families in Northern Virginia for over 35 years!Residents at Tall Oaks enjoy a vibrant lifestyle, highlighted by delicious, chef-prepared meals, exciting activities, local outings, and a wide array of beautiful apartment styles. Giving back is...
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I really liked the cleanliness, friendliness, and the quality of care that my mom received while she was there. An improvement would be to provide beds with rails or some sort of cushions to help prevent...
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.
Independence Court of Hyattsville is an elegant assisted living home that is available to residents who are looking for a peaceful place to live. This community offers its residents access to the historic city of Hyattsville, MD. Guests of the residents of this community will find that they have...
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The campus is extremely well laid out for accessibility and everyday living. It is cheerfully appointed and clean. The staff is very professional, highly competent, and friendly. [name removed] and [name...
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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The facility is beautiful and clean, however the staff, ie housekeeping and Aids can do a lot better at spot cleaning in my resident apartment, especially the aids. I understand housekeeping is only once a...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Bel Alton, MD

The average cost of senior living in Bel Alton is $4,974 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $2,932 per month.

Independent living costs in Bel Alton, MD, vs. nearby cities

Bel Alton, MD
$4,978/mo

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

Bel Alton, MD
$4,978/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Bel Alton, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,777/mo
Independent Living
$4,978/mo

Independent living costs in Bel Alton, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,795/mo
Studio
$6,943/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,250/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,093/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,966/mo

Senior living costs in Bel Alton 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: Bel Alton, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBel Alton, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,978/mo$3,924/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$5,377/mo$5,319/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,777/mo$6,220/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Bel Alton, MD:$4,978/mo
Maryland:$3,924/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Bel Alton, MD:$5,377/mo
Maryland:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Bel Alton, MD:$6,777/mo
Maryland:$6,220/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Bel Alton, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bel Alton and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Bel Alton, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bel Alton have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bel Alton, MD$4,186/mo$4,215/mo-0.7%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Bel Alton, MD
2024 average cost:$4,186/mo
2023 average cost:$4,215/mo
Percent change:-0.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bel Alton

Recent reviews for independent living in Bel Alton

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews for Arbor Terrace of Herndon, The Fairmont by Barclay House, and Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living mention the warm and caring nature of the staff members, who go above and beyond to make residents and their families feel welcome.
Varied meal options and high-quality cuisine. Reviews for The Jefferson, Jubilation, and The Ridge at Sterling highlight the delicious food and accommodating chefs who cater to residents' dietary restrictions and preferences.
Thoughtful and attentive housekeeping. Residents and their families at Harmony at Chantilly, Harpers Station Gainesville, and Seabury at Friendship Terrace praise the consistency and thoroughness of the housekeeping services, ensuring that their living spaces remain clean and comfortable.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities like The Jefferson, The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge provide a variety of activities for residents to participate in, fostering social connections and encouraging ongoing learning.
Clear and responsive communication with families. Reviews for Harmony at Chantilly, Seaton Silver Spring, and Acclaim at Belmont Bay highlight the importance of open and consistent communication between staff and families, ensuring that care needs and concerns are addressed promptly.
Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Families and residents alike appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of communities such as Harmony at Chantilly, Sunrise of Severna Park, and Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community, with well-appointed living spaces and attractive common areas.
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Bel Alton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bel Alton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bel Alton, 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 Bel Alton 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 Bel Alton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bel Alton, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Bel Alton 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 Bel Alton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bel Alton, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bel Alton 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 Bel Alton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bel Alton, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.4%
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