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The cost of independent living in Glen Alden is about $4,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 441 options.

Read 8355 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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She is really liking it there a lot. She is joining in the activities and really enjoying herself. There isn't a meal plan, they may have pizza day or something like that once in a while. We are pretty happy...
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.
Park View at Severna Park Park View at Severna Park is a senior housing community located in a quiet corner of Severna Park, Arundel County, Maryland. The climate in the Severna Park area is ideal, and that has helped to surround our community with lush vegetation that we have professional...
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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: 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.
Park View at Woodlawn is located in the historical city of Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD. Those who enjoy the city lifestyle will certainly enjoy this wonder senior housing complex. Visit downtown Baltimore or the Inner Harbor, and everything in between, Living in this city will not disappoint....
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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.
Irvington Place Apartments is a senior housing community nestled in the heart of historic Baltimore, Baltimore County, Maryland. Our attractive building is tucked into a quiet residential area full of parks, schools, and happy families. A short walk or ride brings you to numerous shops, churches,...
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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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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 enviable Annapolis location, Bay Forest Senior Apartment Community features an atmosphere filled with gracious living. Here, as a senior 62 years and older, you will appreciate not having to worry about maintenance chores. At the same time, you can take advantage of the on-site services...
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I am currently a resident at BCI Fairspring and everything is great. I love my apartment! I would recommend this place to others.
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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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Photo of Cherrydale Apartments
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: 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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I love my apartment. a place for mom really helped me to get the apartment. I have no regrets. for their services.
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.
The Bon Secour Smallwood Summit senior housing community is located in the bustling metropolitan area of Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD. When in need of a little excitement, most seniors will choose to retire in a bigger area like Baltimore. With all of the attractions and amenities that this...
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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.
Royal Haven Assisted Living of Winchester is a single level building on a quiet street in a residential neighborhood.  Residents have access to a large fenced yard with flowering plants and trees.  We are able to promote activity and independence within a safe and secure environment...
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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 Glen Alden, VA

The average cost of senior living in Glen Alden is $4,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fair Lakes, VA with an average of $4,581 per month.

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

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

Independent living costs in Glen Alden, VA, vs. other senior living options

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glen Alden 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Glen Alden, 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%
Glen Alden, 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 Glen Alden

Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Alden

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

Welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and residents in various communities such as The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge. Residents enjoy meeting new people and forming connections with their neighbors.
Varied and engaging activities. Activities are a major factor in residents' satisfaction with their communities. At The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, reviews mention the wide range of activities offered, from social events to educational programs, keeping residents eng ...
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Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Throughout reviews, the quality of food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, residents appreciate the accommodating nature of the dining staff, making ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance of community spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas in communities like The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge. Residents enjoy living in well-maintained environments that feel welcoming and comfortable.
Personalized care and accommodations. Several reviews mention the individualized attention given to residents' needs and preferences in communities like The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge. Staff members go above and beyond to make each resident's experience unique and enjoyabl ...
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Thoughtful and helpful staff members. Many reviews express appreciation for the helpful and caring nature of the staff at their community. At The Fairmont by Barclay House, Harmony at Chantilly, and Hunters Woods at Trails Edge, residents and their families have formed lasting friendships with community caregivers.
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Glen Alden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Alden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Alden, 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 Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.8%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Alden, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.4%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Alden 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 Glen Alden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glen Alden, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.4%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
47.6%
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