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The staff is very caring and considerate. They truly have the residents best interest. Their passion is evident in the community and it makes it a joy to be here. The employees hold a high level of respect...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Paul Spring Community, located in the Mt. Vernon community of Alexandria, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition...
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We really like the friendliness of the staff members and the activities there. They take the residents out to lunch, gardening, bringing in programs from a working dog to musical performances.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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So far I find that the staff and maintenance people are very helpful.My sister came to visit she lives in a senior apartment also and she can't get over how big my apartment is ,and the fact I was able to...
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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.
Marwood Senior Apartments is a brand new stylish apartment complex for the independent active adult 62 and older. The picturesque four story building of 155 charming apartments located on the outskirts of Washington, DC is situated in the serene pastoral setting for Upper Marlboro, Maryland. For...
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My experience with The Lodge at Marlton has only been a short one, but so far it's been a good one! It's a nice looking place, it's clean, and the people seem friendly. I'm very satisfied with my choice!
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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.
Welcome home to Upper Marlboro's best apartments for Seniors 62+! The Lodge at Marlton offers comfortable new apartment homes in a tranquil setting. Our controlled access building is brand new and elegantly decorated. Carefree living means you can spend your time getting to know your neighbors,...
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It was very easy to rate my new home! Things are going fine since moving into The Manor at Victoria Park. The staff have been very friendly and helpful with the move to The Manor. The community areas are...
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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.
Spacious, comfortable 1 and 2 bedroom apartments!Nestled in the heart of the revitalized Temple Hills area, in Prince George's County, you will find The Manor at Victoria Park. These beautiful new senior apartments are surrounded by trees, providing privacy and a feeling of living in the country,...
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I give everything 5's at Woodside Village. I've got no complaints. Everything is really nice there. The only thing I would say is the facility needs new carpet. Overall it's been a good experience.
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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.
Woodside Village is a thriving, pet-friendly community that more than 200 seniors, age 55 years or over, call home in Fort Washington, Maryland. Nestled in a lovely, wooded area, just off the Capital Beltway, near Oxon Hill and the National Harbor, Woodside Village has been perfectly planned to...
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I am in my own apt, which is brand new and everything here is nice and clean. All the staff are friendly and seem to care about the residents. I can reach the front desk by phone should I need anything. I...
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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.
Conifer Village at Oakcrest is a brand new senior apartment community. Located in Capitol Heights surrounded by acres of woodlands, Conifer Village at Oakcrest offers residents convenience of location as well as peace and quiet. Just one mile from the District of Columbia line and inside the...
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I was really impressed by the service received by [name removed], and I liked the facility and all that it offered, mainly the chapel. It was very clean and quite.
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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.
Welcome to St. Paul. From its elegantly stated architecture and meticulous landscaping to its thoughtfully appointed apartment homes, everything at St. Paul is designed for gracious senior living. Come inside, and you'll find big, beautiful, larger-than-life apartment homes- bursting with...
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Management is great! They conduct themselves in a very professional manner. And maintenance and cleaning staff does an awesome job!!
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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.
Victory Square Apartments is a senior living community situated in Washington, DC. Washington, DC is the capital of the United States and is home to many national museums and monuments, a beautiful zoo and the National Mall. Recognized as the national center for the arts, it is home to the...
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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: 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.
Windsor Crossing Senior Community is a thriving community for seniors 62 and over, ideally located just off of Silver Hill Road in Suitland, Maryland. This active adults' community is within walking distance of the Metro and only 15 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C. Close to area shopping,...
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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.
Fort Washington Manor offers affordability, convenience, serenity, and independent living solutions for those 62 or better. With a wonderful location just outside the metropolitan Washington, DC area your home will be only minutes to shopping, the metro transit system, a marina and parks. Or...
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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 Woodland SpringsPark View at Woodland Springs is a senior housing community located in the beautiful town of District Heights, Maryland, which is located in Prince George’s county. The community’s location is perfect for those who enjoy a small town feel with all of the conveniences...
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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.
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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...
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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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.
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.
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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 Vistas at Lake LargoThe Vistas at Lake Largo is a premier senior housing community located in Largo, MD in Prince George’s County. This thriving town, just minutes outside Washington D.C., offers plenty to see and do. Football fans can enjoy a Washington Redskins game at FedEx Field while...
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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.
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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.
Life begins at 55 at Jericho Residences Brand New Luxury 55 And Better Apartment Community...Deluxe Kitchens with Designer Countertops and Black GE Appliances...Washer and Dryer in Every Apartment Home Jericho Residences is now leasing! We are conveniently located near I-495 and Largo Town Center...

What families are saying about independent living in Ballard

Recent reviews for independent living in Ballard

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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Sunrise of Bethesda

5.0
What we like the most about the Sunrise of Bethesda community is the different daily activities they have going on for the residents, the staff to resident ratio, the quality of the physical staff and the responsiveness from the staff team. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend this ...
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Cost of independent living in Ballard, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ballard is $4,792 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marlboro Village, MD with an average of $4,530 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballard, MD vs. nearby cities

Ballard, MD
$4,792/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballard, MD vs. the state and national average

Ballard, MD
$4,792/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Ballard vs. other types of senior living

$7,118/mo
Independent Living
$4,792/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Ballard, MD by room type

$7,180/mo
$5,337/mo
$4,115/mo
$4,688/mo

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Paul Spring Community, Heatherwood Community and Sunrise of Arlington VA are the top rated independent living facilities near Ballard, Maryland. See full list of communities.

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