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The cost of independent living in Blackrock Mill is about $5,349 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 36 options. Read 843 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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There are no meals, it is prepared your own. There are no vending machines for snacks no microwave. For activities there is bingo. It is too expensive, unsafe door entrance, unlocked homelessness come in too...
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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The array of activities is superb. The members are outstanding colleagues. The associates deliver quality work. The Kisco management is not good at management.
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.
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They are very good. The place is very clean, and the staff is friendly. They are willing to help. We pay our own electric though, and it's a lot more expensive than I was expecting. There is about an 85%...
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.
Covenant Village offers opportunities to meet new friends,share new adventures and stay physically fit. Covenant Village offers much more than exceptional apartments homes. Our relaxing,inviting community spaces are also perfect for socializing with family and friends. In so many ways, Covenant...
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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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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
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.
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The property manager is awesome and attentive to her needs. He took care of everything she needed. The only thing that we had issues with was some things needed to be taken care of before she moved in. That...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Apartment Community for Independant Living for persons 62+. A highly desired location with an abundant of amenities combine to make this apartment community on of Montgomery County's most popular. The Gardens of Traville is close to shopping, medical care and places of worship. The Gardens of...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
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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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My mother is doing well with her move to this community. I'am pleased with all they have done for us. This is a lovely community, and everything looks great. The staff have been great to work with....
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.
Featuring attractive, spacious apartment homes, Cascades Village has been expertly designed to suit the needs of active, independent adults at least 55 years of age with income limits. Our beautiful, apartment homes feature one or two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher,...
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Cost of independent living in Blackrock Mill, MD

The average cost of senior living in Blackrock Mill is $5,349 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $4,336 per month.

Independent living costs in Blackrock Mill, MD, vs. nearby cities

Blackrock Mill, MD
$5,350/mo

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

Blackrock Mill, MD
$5,350/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Blackrock Mill, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,262/mo
Independent Living
$5,350/mo

Independent living costs in Blackrock Mill, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,535/mo
Studio
$5,981/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,196/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,201/mo

Senior living costs in Blackrock Mill 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: Blackrock Mill, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlackrock Mill, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$5,350/mo$3,929/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,498/mo$5,325/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,262/mo$6,222/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Blackrock Mill, MD:$5,350/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Blackrock Mill, MD:$6,498/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Blackrock Mill, MD:$7,262/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Blackrock Mill, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Blackrock Mill 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 Blackrock Mill, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Blackrock Mill 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Blackrock Mill, MD$3,767/mo$2,860/mo+31.7%
Maryland$3,866/mo$3,845/mo+0.5%
National$3,044/mo$2,867/mo+6.2%
Blackrock Mill, MD
2024 average cost:$3,767/mo
2023 average cost:$2,860/mo
Percent change:+31.7%
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2024 average cost:$3,866/mo
2023 average cost:$3,845/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,867/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Blackrock Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Blackrock Mill

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

Warm and welcoming community. Residents and staff greet each other by name, creating a friendly and inclusive atmosphere at several communities, including Sommerset Retirement Community, Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, and Arbor Terrace of Herndon.
Variety of resident-led activities. Communities offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, such as bingo, trivia nights, and religious meetings, as mentioned in reviews for Sommerset Retirement Community, Sunrise of Montgomery Village, and Arbor Terrace of Herndon.
High-quality dining and meal options. Residents enjoy delicious meals prepared on-site, with some communities, like Sommerset Retirement Community, offering multiple dining venues and accommodating dietary restrictions.
Professional and responsive maintenance. Maintenance requests are addressed promptly, ensuring that residents' living spaces remain clean and well-maintained, as noted in reviews for Sommerset Retirement Community, Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, and Hessler Heights.
Secure and peaceful living environment. Communities offer a sense of safety and tranquility, with beautiful surroundings and resident-only access, as mentioned in reviews for Sommerset Retirement Community, Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, and Arbor Terrace of Herndon.
Affordability and value for money. Some residents appreciate the reasonable costs, allowing them to enjoy a comfortable living experience without financial stress, as commented in reviews for Arbor Terrace of Herndon, Sommerset Retirement Community, and Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community.
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Blackrock Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blackrock Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blackrock Mill, 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 Blackrock Mill 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 Blackrock Mill 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
32.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blackrock Mill 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 Blackrock Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blackrock Mill 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 Blackrock Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
38.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.9%
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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