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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Sherwood Forest, MD
The cost of independent living in North Sherwood Forest is about $4,418 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 83 options. Read 979 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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For our loved one her apartment is spacious and has a lot of natural light. We like the place and we think this is a good community for her.
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.
Park View at Laurel II is an affordable and diverse senior housing community located in beautiful Laurel, Maryland in Prince George's County. Nestled between Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, D.C., Laurel II offers accessible and adaptable one and two bedroom apartments with spacious floor...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Cost of independent living in North Sherwood Forest, MD
The average cost of senior living in North Sherwood Forest is $4,418 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, MD with an average of $4,018 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Sherwood Forest, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Sherwood Forest, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Sherwood Forest vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Sherwood Forest, MD by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in North Sherwood Forest over time
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What families are saying about independent living in North Sherwood Forest
Recent reviews for independent living in North Sherwood Forest
Sommerset Retirement Community in Sterling, VA
5.0
We all love the staff. The food is good, serving 3 square meals a day, Every Day. I would most definitely recommend this facility to others.
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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North Sherwood Forest independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Sherwood Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Sherwood Forest, 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 North Sherwood Forest 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 North Sherwood Forest 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
29.1%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.8%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.6%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.5%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in North Sherwood Forest 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 North Sherwood Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.5%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
35.4%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Sherwood Forest 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 North Sherwood Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.8%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.3%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.8%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.2%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
29.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.4%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
45.5%
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Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Vienna and Sommerset Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Sherwood Forest, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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