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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bristol, MD
The cost of independent living in Bristol is about $4,336 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 262 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Arlington and Alexandria.
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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.
With its enviable Annapolis location, Bay Forest Senior Apartment Community features an atmosphere filled with gracious living. Here, as a senior 62 years and older, you will appreciate not having to worry about maintenance chores. At the same time, you can take advantage of the on-site services...
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, 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 Bristol, MD
The average cost of senior living in Bristol is $4,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $2,765 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bristol, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bristol, MD vs. the state and national average
Bristol, MD
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Bristol vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Bristol, MD by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Bristol over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Bristol
Recent reviews for independent living in Bristol
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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Harmony at Enterprise in Bowie, MD
3.6
The staff is great. Housekeeping could do more each week. The activities could be more consistent. The food needs improvement.
Sunrise of Severna Park
4.3
The location of the facility is great for family so we are able to visit often. The staff are very friendly and he really likes the woman who comes into clean the apartment. His apartment is comfortable, clean, and new. One thing he has brought up is that the dining room staff members do not ...
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Bristol independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bristol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bristol, 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 Bristol 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 Bristol 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
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Bristol 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 Bristol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bristol 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 Bristol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Sunrise of Mt Vernon and Southwinds 2 are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bristol, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Bristol, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bristol, Maryland are Sunrise of Mt Vernon, Paul Spring Community and Vitality Living Arlington. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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