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The cost of independent living in Cascades is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 499 options.

Read 8878 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bethesda, Washington and Arlington.

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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.
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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.
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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: 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.
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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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I chose Morris Glen because they had availability and I really liked the area that it was in. I do think the apartments could be a bigger for the money I am paying, they are small but have good closet space....
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.
Morris Glen is an affordable Senior Retirement Community for those who are 62 years of age or older,and of low-to-moderate income. We offer 60 one-bedroom apartments,available in four (4) sizes; which all utilities are included in the rent, a community building for programs and activities geared...
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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.
There’s a quiet confidence that defines today’s discerning retirees — individuals who have spent a lifetime pursuing growth, making thoughtful decisions, and creating a future rich with possibility. Now, the opportunity has arrived to enjoy the rewards of that journey at The Riviera Alexandria, a...
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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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.
Wesley House Senior Apartments is a senior housing community located in our beautiful nation's capital: Washington, DC. A comfortable environment in an unbeatable location, Wesley House Senior Apartments is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible city with endless...
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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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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.
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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...
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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.
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My loved one has been enjoying her stay at this complex. The property manager is very kind and very quick to have someone repair anything needed. Based on my friends experience i would recommend this place...
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.
Weinberg House is a senior community located in sunny Pikesville, Baltimore County, MD. The relatively decent sized city is pleasantly quiet and laid back, yet it still offers a big city feel thanks to plenty of local entertainment venues, coffee shops, eateries, and more. There is even a local...
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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.
St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is a senior housing community located in the vibrant city of Washington, DC. With a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere, and lots to do in the city, St. Paul Senior Living at Wayne Place is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible...
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Cascades, VA

The average cost of senior living in Cascades is $4,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Herndon, VA with an average of $4,581 per month.

Independent living costs in Cascades, VA, vs. state and national averages

Cascades, VA
$4,581/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Cascades, VA, vs. other senior living options

$8,359/mo
Independent Living
$4,581/mo

Independent living costs in Cascades, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,192/mo
Studio
$3,257/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,397/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,390/mo

Senior living costs in Cascades 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: Cascades, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCascades, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,359/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Cascades, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Cascades, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Cascades, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Cascades, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cascades 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 Cascades, VA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cascades 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 average 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
Cascades, VA$4,116/mo$4,202/mo-2.0%
Virginia$3,651/mo$3,608/mo+1.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Cascades, VA
2024 average cost:$4,116/mo
2023 average cost:$4,202/mo
Percent change:-2.0%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,651/mo
2023 average cost:$3,608/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cascades

Recent reviews for independent living in Cascades

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

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the warm and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Hessler Heights, residents praise the responsiveness and helpfulness of the staff, while at Kings Reserve Sterling, the staff go above and beyond to make residents feel comfortable an ...
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Varied activities for residents. Activities are mentioned as a key feature in several reviews, with residents appreciating the wide range of offerings at communities like Hunters Woods at Trails Edge and Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community. These include social events, games, crafts, exercise programs, and more.
Well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on upkeep, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At Arbor Terrace of Herndon, the facilities are described as beautiful and expertly maintained, while at Kings Reserve Sterling, the common ...
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Engaging social environment. Residents often comment on the strong sense of community at their new homes, with many praising the opportunities for socializing and meeting new friends. For example, at Harmony at Chantilly, residents speak of the friendly and outgoing nature of their fellow residents, while at Waltonwood As ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, for instance, residents enjoy several-course served meals each night, while at Falcons Landing, the dining experience is compared to that of ...
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Flexible living arrangements. Reviews mention the variety of living options available at different communities, with some offering independent living, while others provide assisted living and memory care services. At Hessler Heights, for example, staff are described as helpful in supporting residents' unique needs, while a ...
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Cascades independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cascades independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cascades, 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 Cascades 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 Cascades partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cascades, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
38.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cascades 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 Cascades communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cascades, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
36.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cascades 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 Cascades offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cascades, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.8%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44%
47.6%
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Sunrise at Countryside, Regency Crest and Acclaim at Belmont Bay are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cascades, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 499 independent living facilities near Cascades, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cascades, Virginia are Acclaim at Belmont Bay, Morningside House of Friendship and Paramount Senior Living at Manassas. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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