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The cost of independent living in Oakland Mills is about $4,097 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 52 options. Read 847 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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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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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Cost of independent living in Oakland Mills, MD

The average cost of senior living in Oakland Mills is $4,097 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baltimore, MD with an average of $3,656 per month.

Independent living costs in Oakland Mills, MD, vs. nearby cities

Oakland Mills, MD
$4,103/mo
$4,318/mo

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

Oakland Mills, MD
$4,103/mo
U.S. national average
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Oakland Mills, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,593/mo
Independent Living
$4,103/mo

Independent living costs in Oakland Mills, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,827/mo
Studio
$6,160/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,798/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,908/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Oakland Mills 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: Oakland Mills, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakland Mills, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,103/mo$3,995/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living$5,490/mo$5,384/mo$4,720/mo
Memory Care$6,593/mo$6,318/mo$4,976/mo
Independent Living
Oakland Mills, MD:$4,103/mo
Maryland:$3,995/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Oakland Mills, MD:$5,490/mo
Maryland:$5,384/mo
U.S.:$4,720/mo
Memory Care
Oakland Mills, MD:$6,593/mo
Maryland:$6,318/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
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Independent living costs in Oakland Mills, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oakland Mills and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Oakland Mills, MDMD stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Oakland Mills, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Oakland Mills have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oakland Mills, MD$3,689/mo$3,588/mo+2.8%
Maryland$3,788/mo$4,005/mo-5.4%
National$2,952/mo$2,808/mo+5.1%
Oakland Mills, MD
2024 average cost:$3,689/mo
2023 average cost:$3,588/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$3,788/mo
2023 average cost:$4,005/mo
Percent change:-5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$2,952/mo
2023 average cost:$2,808/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakland Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Oakland Mills

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Oakland Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland Mills, 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 Oakland Mills 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 Oakland Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakland Mills, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.2%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland Mills 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 Oakland Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland Mills, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland Mills 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 Oakland Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland Mills, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.6%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.5%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.5%
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