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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Germantown, MD
The cost of independent living in Germantown is about $4,890 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 27 options. Read 302 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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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.
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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: 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.
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Germantown, MD
The average cost of senior living in Germantown is $4,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $4,145 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Germantown, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Germantown, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Germantown vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Germantown, MD by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Germantown
Recent reviews for independent living in Germantown
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.
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews highlight the friendly and welcoming environment at the community, with residents and staff greeting each other by name and making new residents feel at home. At Falcons Landing, residents praise the sense of camaraderie and the social atmosphere, with numerous activities and oppo ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Several reviews mention the exceptional dining options available at the communities, with delicious and varied meals being a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Sommerset Retirement Community, for example, residents enjoy three square meals a day and have praised the food for i ...
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Personalized care and attention. Reviews for various communities express appreciation for the individualized attention and care provided by staff members. At Sunrise of Montgomery Village, residents appreciate the respect shown to their wishes and the prompt response to maintenance requests, while at Sommerset Retirement Com ...
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Access to a range of engaging activities. Activities and social events are mentioned frequently in the reviews as a highlight of the communities, with residents enjoying opportunities to engage in hobbies, meet new people, and stay active. At Falcons Landing, for instance, residents can choose from a wide range of activities, includin ...
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Well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the communities are often cited as a source of pride for residents, with many reviews noting the tidiness of both private living spaces and communal areas. At Sommerset Retirement Community, for example, the facilities are kept in excellent condition, ensuring a c ...
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Access to on-site health care services. For some residents, the availability of health care services on-site is a major selling point. At Falcons Landing, for instance, residents have access to a range of health care facilities, including resident physicians, nursing care, and a separate dementia facility, providing peace of mind an ...
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Germantown independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Germantown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Germantown, 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 Germantown 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 Germantown 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
30.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Germantown 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 Germantown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
26.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Germantown 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 Germantown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Vienna and Sommerset Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Germantown, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 27 independent living facilities near Germantown, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Germantown, Maryland are Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Sunrise of Vienna and Sommerset Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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