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The cost of independent living in Gaylord is about $5,646 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 253 options. Read 4501 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: 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.
The Army Distaff Foundation owns and operates the Knollwood, an independent living community in Washington, D.C., in the County of Washington. Located on 16 green acres overlooking Rock Creek Park, the Knollwood provides secure, affordable studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to...
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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.
With its desirable proximity to Prince William Parkway, River Run Senior Apartment Community affords adults 55+ and 62+ convenient, carefree retirement living. River Run is just minutes from the Occoquan River and regional parks, Occoquan Mill House Museum, Chinn Recreation Center and Woodbridge...
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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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Cost of independent living in Gaylord, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gaylord is $5,646 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Toms Brook, VA with an average of $4,580 per month.

Independent living costs in Gaylord, VA, vs. nearby cities

Gaylord, VA
$5,646/mo

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

Gaylord, VA
$5,646/mo
U.S. national average
$4,212/mo

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

$6,981/mo
Independent Living
$5,646/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,913/mo
Studio
$4,067/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,032/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,544/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,234/mo

Senior living costs in Gaylord 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: Gaylord, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaylord, VAVirginiaU.S.
Independent Living$5,646/mo$4,654/mo$4,212/mo
Assisted Living$6,580/mo$5,489/mo$4,753/mo
Memory Care$6,981/mo$5,505/mo$5,015/mo
Independent Living
Gaylord, VA:$5,646/mo
Virginia:$4,654/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
Assisted Living
Gaylord, VA:$6,580/mo
Virginia:$5,489/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Memory Care
Gaylord, VA:$6,981/mo
Virginia:$5,505/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
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Independent living costs in Gaylord, VA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gaylord 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
Gaylord, VA$4,428/mo$3,650/mo+21.3%
Virginia$3,578/mo$3,373/mo+6.1%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Gaylord, VA
2024 average cost:$4,428/mo
2023 average cost:$3,650/mo
Percent change:+21.3%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$3,578/mo
2023 average cost:$3,373/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gaylord

Recent reviews for independent living in Gaylord

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 caring staff. Many reviews mention the kind and attentive nature of the staff in several communities, including The Fairmont by Barclay House, Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, and Harpers Station Gainesville, where residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term friendships ...
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Variety of delicious meal options. Residents enjoy the high-quality dining experiences at their communities, with many praising the chef's ability to accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences. This is evident in reviews for Bedford Court, a CCRC, Harmony at Chantilly, and Waltonwood Ashburn.
Engaging activities for residents. Engaging activities are a significant part of life at many senior living communities, with residents participating in a wide range of events like games, movies, outings, and classes. This is true at Arbor Terrace of Herndon, The Jefferson, and The Wellington at Lake Manassas Community.
Thoughtfully designed communal spaces. Communal areas in senior living communities provide opportunities for socialization and relaxation, and are often praised for their comfort and attractiveness. Examples include the game room at The Fairmont by Barclay House and the garden at Bedford Court, a CCRC.
Helpful and responsive management. Clear and effective communication between residents, families, and community management is crucial. Residents at Arbor Terrace of Herndon, Capitol Ridge Gracious Retirement Living, and Harpers Station Gainesville often mention the proactive and attentive approach of their community directo ...
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Secure and accessible living environments. Feeling safe and secure is essential for seniors, and many communities prioritize this aspect of living. Features like emergency response systems, maintenance services, and convenient on-site amenities contribute to peace of mind for residents and their families. This is evident in reviews for ...
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Gaylord independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaylord independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaylord, 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 Gaylord 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 Gaylord partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.2%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
49.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.3%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.3%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaylord 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 Gaylord communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.9%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaylord 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 Gaylord offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaylord, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.6%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.6%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.5%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49.8%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.7%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.9%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
36.2%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.5%
46.8%
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Viva Senior Living at Berryville, English Meadows Berryville Campus and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gaylord, Virginia. See full list of communities.
There are 253 independent living facilities near Gaylord, Virginia. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Gaylord, Virginia are Spring Arbor of Winchester, Paramount Senior Living at Manassas and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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