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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melwood, MD
The cost of independent living in Melwood is about $4,807 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 107 options. Read 944 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 Fairfax, Washington and Bethesda.
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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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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.
Gum Springs Glen, located in the historic Gum Springs area of Fairfax County, offers an exciting concept in affordable retirement living to seniors with moderate incomes. Designed for the active lifestyles of residents, each building features attractively appointed and spacious common areas for...
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Melwood, MD
The average cost of senior living in Melwood is $4,807 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bowie, MD with an average of $4,190 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melwood, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melwood, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Melwood
Recent reviews for independent living in Melwood
Modena Reserve at Kensington
5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.
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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Melwood independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melwood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melwood, 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 Melwood 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 Melwood 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
18.8%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
23.5%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.6%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.1%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Melwood 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 Melwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.4%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
21.2%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.2%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melwood 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 Melwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
24.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.5%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.8%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.2%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
25.9%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.7%
45.6%
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Sunrise of Vienna, Heatherwood Retirement Community and Sunrise of Chevy Chase are the top-rated independent living facilities near Melwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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