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The cost of independent living in Forest Heights is about $5,069 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 95 options. Read 1038 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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Cost of independent living in Forest Heights, MD

The average cost of senior living in Forest Heights is $5,069 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glenarden, MD with an average of $4,990 per month.

Independent living costs in Forest Heights, MD, vs. nearby cities

Forest Heights, MD
$5,076/mo

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

Forest Heights, MD
$5,076/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Heights, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,290/mo
Independent Living
$5,076/mo

Independent living costs in Forest Heights, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,222/mo
Studio
$6,696/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,793/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,953/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Heights 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: Forest Heights, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Heights, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$5,076/mo$3,929/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,032/mo$5,325/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,290/mo$6,222/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Forest Heights, MD:$5,076/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Heights, MD:$6,032/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Forest Heights, MD:$7,290/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Forest Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest Heights

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.

Forest Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Heights, 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 Forest Heights 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 Forest Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.5%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Heights 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 Forest Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Heights 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 Forest Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
28.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
46.4%
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