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The cost of independent living in Pilot is about $4,300 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 30 options. Read 233 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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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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Cost of independent living in Pilot, MD

The average cost of senior living in Pilot is $4,300 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,996 per month.

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

Pilot, MD
$4,300/mo

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

Pilot, MD
$4,300/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$5,151/mo
Independent Living
$4,300/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,107/mo
Studio
$6,380/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,590/mo

Senior living costs in Pilot 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: Pilot, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typePilot, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,300/mo$3,929/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,120/mo$5,325/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,151/mo$6,222/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Pilot, MD:$4,300/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Pilot, MD:$5,120/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Pilot, MD:$5,151/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Pilot

Recent reviews for independent living in Pilot

Viva Senior Living at Bel Air

4.6
We chose this place for my mom because it is very close to where we live and we can visit a lot. They seem to provide the most value for the price, there are nicer places but they were a lot more expensive. I toured four other homes before deciding on this one for my mom.

Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster

4.0
Trying to find the right place is difficult enough but it's nearly impossible when you are in a completely different state. I had to rely on what I saw and read on the internet to make a decision but thankfully my friend had family in the area and that knew about this community so that is the ...
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Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Pilot independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pilot independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pilot, 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 Pilot 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 Pilot partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pilot, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
23.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pilot 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 Pilot communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pilot, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
7.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pilot 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 Pilot offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pilot, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
46.4%
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Viva Senior Living at Bel Air, Lorien Bel Air and Victoria Park at North East are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pilot, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Pilot, Maryland. See the full list.
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