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The cost of independent living in Pooks Hill is about $5,004 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 124 options. Read 1393 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: 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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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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.
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
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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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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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Cost of independent living in Pooks Hill, MD

The average cost of senior living in Pooks Hill is $5,004 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $4,764 per month.

Independent living costs in Pooks Hill, MD, vs. nearby cities

Pooks Hill, MD
$5,004/mo

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

Pooks Hill, MD
$5,004/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Pooks Hill, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,174/mo
Independent Living
$5,004/mo

Independent living costs in Pooks Hill, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,027/mo
Studio
$7,249/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,965/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,304/mo

Senior living costs in Pooks Hill 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: Pooks Hill, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typePooks Hill, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$5,004/mo$3,929/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$5,961/mo$5,325/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,174/mo$6,222/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Pooks Hill, MD:$5,004/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Pooks Hill, MD:$5,961/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Pooks Hill, MD:$7,174/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Pooks Hill, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pooks Hill 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Pooks Hill, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Pooks Hill 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pooks Hill, MD$4,502/mo$4,560/mo-1.3%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Pooks Hill, MD
2024 average cost:$4,502/mo
2023 average cost:$4,560/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Pooks Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Pooks Hill

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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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Several reviews from Bedford Court, a CCRC, The Jefferson, and Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community mention the kindness and welcoming nature of the staff in their communities. Residents and families appreciate the friendly demeanor and attentiveness of the staff, creating a posi ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Numerous reviews, including those from Bedford Court, a CCRC, Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community, and Falcons Landing, praise the quality of the meals and dining experiences at their respective communities. Residents look forward to mealtimes and enjoy the variety and taste of ...
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Active social environments. Communities like The Jefferson and Falcons Landing offer a range of activities to encourage socializing among residents. Movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes are just a few examples of the engaging experiences provided.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews from Bedford Court, a CCRC, The Jefferson, and Falcons Landing highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, both in terms of private living spaces and common areas. Residents appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining a pleasant environment.
Engaging and helpful staff. Staff members at communities like Seabury at Friendship Terrace and Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and provide exceptional care. Reviews detail the helpfulness and dedication of the staff in addressing residents' needs and co ...
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Variety of accommodation options. Communities such as Falcons Landing and The Jefferson offer a range of accommodation options, including cottages, apartments, and terrace homes, catering to different preferences and needs. Residents appreciate the flexibility in choosing the living arrangement that best suits them.
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Pooks Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pooks Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pooks Hill, 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 Pooks Hill 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 Pooks Hill 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
33%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Pooks Hill 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 Pooks Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pooks Hill, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pooks Hill 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 Pooks Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pooks Hill, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Bethesda, Maplewood Park Place, a CCRC and Modena Reserve Bethesda are the top-rated independent living facilities near Pooks Hill, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 124 independent living facilities near Pooks Hill, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Pooks Hill, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Sunrise of Chevy Chase and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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