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The cost of independent living in Hancock is about $6,154 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 116 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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Photo of Harmony at Martinsburg
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2929 Floor plans available
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9.3
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60 reviews
9.3
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60 reviews
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Harmony has been a wonderful place for my mother who is a resident there. The staff is very friendly and always takes very good care of her. I would highly recommend Harmony to my friends and family
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.
Welcome to Harmony at MartinsburgAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Martinsburg, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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5 's for everything except administrative staff 4 for them. What we like the most about the community is the food quality and options, friendly staff, activities offered.
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 House offers general Assisted Living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Hagerstown. Staff is on duty 24 hours a day to support and guide our residents, who experience gracious living and easy access to shopping, places of worship, and medical offices. Step inside our doors to...
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9.0
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30 reviews
9.0
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The staff is very friendly, and understanding with people with dementia. A lot of activities during the day to keep them busy a lot of little parties and celebrations overall very nice place to have your...
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.
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.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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Heritage Hills was definitely the best choice. We have nothing negative to say. The staff, services, and facilities are all exceptional. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families.
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.
Amid the pastoral and peaceful setting of Greencastle…We offer our residents uniquely individualized personal care services that enables independence and choice. Our comfortable family atmosphere ensures residents feel a part of daily living as a family while sharing with others who call Heritage...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Hancock, MD

The average cost of senior living in Hancock is $6,154 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frostburg, MD with an average of $2,879 per month.

Independent living costs in Hancock, MD, vs. nearby cities

Hancock, MD
$6,154/mo

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

Hancock, MD
$6,154/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Hancock, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,154/mo
Independent Living
$6,154/mo

Independent living costs in Hancock, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,276/mo
Studio
$6,201/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,708/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,655/mo

Senior living costs in Hancock 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: Hancock, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHancock, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$6,154/mo$3,921/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,353/mo$5,319/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,154/mo$6,220/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Hancock, MD:$6,154/mo
Maryland:$3,921/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Hancock, MD:$5,353/mo
Maryland:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Hancock, MD:$6,154/mo
Maryland:$6,220/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Hancock

Recent reviews for independent living in Hancock

Heritage Hills Retirement Community in Greencastle, PA

5.0
The Antrim Quarters side has large rooms with kitchenettes. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We are very satisfied with all the care they provide.

Seaton Sharpsburg Pike in Hagerstown, MD

4.5
The activities were really exceptional. Our mom got involved right away, and we didn't expect that. They were fun but easy enough for someone with memory issues to participate. Because it is a one level lockdown, it's open and airy, and there are lots of places to sit and visit. It is kind of a ...
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Harmony at Martinsburg

4.9
My 87 year old mom was struggling to live alone due to blindness, dementia and loneliness, and after a fall, she decided to move to Harmony at Martinsburg to be closer to me and have some assistance while still having the independence of having her own apartment. She has been there for almost 4 ...
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Hancock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hancock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hancock, 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 Hancock 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 Hancock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hancock, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hancock 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 Hancock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hancock, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hancock 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 Hancock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hancock, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.4%
46.4%
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Harmony at Martinsburg, Seaton Sharpsburg Pike and Celebration Villa of Martinsburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hancock, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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