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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Big Pool, MD
The cost of independent living in Big Pool is about $4,716 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 96 options. Read 1104 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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Very quaint and home-y environment. Management team and support staff were very friendly and supportive. Bedroom was small so hard to have visits with multiple people but overall a nice place. Nursing staff...
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.
Reflections - A Senior Living Community is a Bed & Breakfast style community located in the quaint, historic town of Leesburg, VA. We are conveniently located to many unique shops and restaurants; the Leesburg Premium Outlets are also within a few minutes' drive. Washington Dulles Internation...
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Staff and residents extremely caring, knowledgeable and friendly. Common areas kept impeccably clean. Quality of care outstanding. Meals and dining super diverse and high quality. And plenty of activities....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, located in Leesburg, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing...
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My loved one is a resident of Somerford Place. She is very loved by the caregivers and nurses. When I am not able to be there, I never have to worry about her well being. Each time I visit there is something...
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.
Somerford Place - Frederick is our Alzheimer's Assisted Living community, and is on the same campus as Somerford House - Frederick, our Assisted Living community. Both properties are owned by Five Star Senior Living and located on the same campus. Somerford Place offers assisted living...
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They have always been very receptive and tried to remedy any issues I might be having. The activity director is above and beyond and has made it such an enjoyable experience. My mother loves it there so...
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 Retreat at Berryville, located in the rolling hills of Berryville, VA, offers premier assisted living and memory care with superior personalized care and a compassionate staff. We offer luxury style accommodations with a comfortable, small-town feel. With a focus on offering assisted living...
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8 reviews
They have lots of activities for a smaller facility sometimes two a day. Right now they seem to be short staffed but hopefully that will improve. I've suggested they offer more fresh fruit instead of canned...
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.
Lorien Mt. Airy is conveniently located near the junction of Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery and Howard Counties. We are uniquely positioned to serve area residents who want to live in a compassionate community that encourages self-direction and independence while providing assistance when...
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The leadership team is wonderful. A few CNAs perform their job well, but for some, I am daily writing notes for tasks that were not accomplished. Some sanitary issues are not followed for my mother's 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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always. If you’re interested in learning more or want to get your Tour set up let us know. We look forward...
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This place could not be any better. The only big issue about the place is if she gets sick or fall or gets hurt, we have to go there and take her to the hospital, unless it is like a dire emergency. Other...
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.
Green Valley Commons Green Valley Commons in Winchester, Virginia is an assisted living community. We provide memory care services for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia that make it challenging for them to live on their own. Our community can be found beside the road...
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The complex is beautiful and well maintained. The staff welcoming and friendly. The maintenance is awesome, whenever we have had a problem they are quick to fix it. The only problem we have so far is the...
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.
Try it before you buy it at Victoria Park at Walkersville! Come and stay with us for a complimentary overnight visit to experience life in our vibrant community! Call to schedule your visit today! Victoria Park at Walkersville is an attractive new affordable apartment community for seniors 62+*...
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We chose Fox Trail Assisted Living because it seemed like they were very safe, the cleanliness, and I had peace of mind knowing he was safe here. It also smelled really good, some other places we toured did...
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.
At English Meadows Stephens City Campus we provide the services that allow you to enjoy life with peace of mind and ease of living. English Meadows Stephens City Campus is an assisted living residence that provides quality carefree living for today's seniors. With a strong commitment to...
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After several months of shopping around, my wife and I decided to apply for residency at Spring Ridge. We did this after several trips to the apartments and interviewing many of its residents in the parking...
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.
Spring Ridge Senior Apartments offers 144 lovely one and two bedroom apartments for seniors 62+ in one, state-of-the-art, three story building. Located in a beautiful natural setting, our wide array of services completes the package, offering everything you need for carefree, comfortable living....
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Peaceful park like setting, adjoining Baker Park, near Culler Lake and close to downtown dining and shopping. The Apartments at Brooklawn has offered spacious maintenance free apartment homes for people who only want the best in gracious living for over 50 years. Our oversized 1, 2 & 3bedroom...
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The Kensington is on target for assisted living. I'm a nurse, and I would say the care they provide to my loved one is spot on. And the one-bedroom suite layout is perfect for her.
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.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains near the source of the Potomac River, The Kensington stands as proud testament to Cumberland's storied past. When it opened in 1926, the Algonquin Hotel was well known for its elegance and hospitality. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, it's...
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Please drop in and see for yourself. Grounds are maintained well and awesome living facility. Convenient to shopping and downtown Shippensburg!
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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.
The Cottages of Shippensburg is a affordable worry-free rental community for persons 55 and better located in rural Shippensburg, Pennsylvania. We offer 981 sq. feet of two-bedroom, one-level convenience. With individual, garden-style walk-up entrances and your own garage, we offer you privacy...
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We toured this facility during the height of covid and they were very flexible and let us come look at the apartment my mother would move to before we made a decision. their marketing coordinator was...
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.
Lorien Taneytown has been a landmark in Carroll County for over a decade. In 2014, Lorien built a 52 bed assisted living looking to offer another level of care to seniors in the area. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence, our philosophy encourages our residents to age in...
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Overall the place is nice and clean. Staff are friendly and accommodating. First week didn’t go well as it almost seemed like they weren’t prepared for my parents to move in. Everything was worked out and...
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.
Situated northwest of Washington, D.C., Tribute at One Loudoun rests out among the rolling hills in at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a full spectrum of assisted living and memory care services, the community provides a comfortable home where residents can thrive. Experienced...
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My mom has been a resident at Country Meadows for 3 months. She came here following several hospitalizations and 2 stays in a rehab center. Her illness left her weak and no longer able to perform her own...
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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All the people are friendly. The bank, doctor's, and grocery store are all in the neighborhood. There are dogs on premises from other residents. They have bingo, painting via zoom, and there was a band...
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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
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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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.
Robinwood is a tranquil, relaxing assisted living community located in Hagerstown, Maryland, within minutes of most of the area's entertainment and shopping. As an assisted living community, we strive to provide our residents with customized care to meet their needs. Our community offers spacious...
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My mother is at Fahrney Keedy right now. She loves everything about the community even though we are in a pandemic. She has had wonderful experience with the staff members, and getting situated. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Fahrney-Keedy Home and Village is nestled among the foothills of the picturesque Catoctin Mountains of Northern Washington County. This 90 acre Maryland retirement community offers breathtaking vistas in all directions. We are located just minutes from Interstates 70 or 81. As a...
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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.
Cost of independent living in Big Pool, MD
The average cost of senior living in Big Pool is $4,716 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frederick, MD with an average of $4,353 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Pool, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Pool, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Big Pool
Recent reviews for independent living in Big Pool
Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA
5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Victoria Park at Walkersville
5.0
I am happy with the community and the room I got fits most of my furniture. The community is always clean and maintained. I have been able to eat from the restaurants that are across the street and there is plenty of shopping stores around. This is in a good location.
Celebration Villa of Martinsburg
4.0
They seem to have a big turnover in the staff which is concerning.
The food is just not good. It seems by the time my mom gets her food it's cold and the servings they get are very minimal.
Big Pool independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Pool independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Pool, 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 Big Pool 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 Big Pool partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Big Pool 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 Big Pool communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Pool, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Pool 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 Big Pool offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.8%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Magnolias of Chambersburg, Spring Arbor of Winchester and The Maynard are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Pool, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 96 independent living facilities near Big Pool, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Big Pool, Maryland is Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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