The state of Maryland falls in the middle of the country’s Northeast, Southern, and Midwestern regions, and its culture combines elements of them all. This is part of why Maryland earned the nickname “America in Miniature.” With the Appalachian Mountains passing through the far western part of the state, and the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic coastlines in the east, Maryland’s geographical features give residents plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities — even in a small state. Annapolis and Baltimore are also home to many historic Colonial sites, and Washington, D.C. sits on Maryland’s southern border. Maryland is a transition state in several ways, which helps make it an attractive retirement destination.Currently, A Place for Mom partners with more than 100 independent living communities in Maryland.

The median monthly cost of independent living in Maryland is about $3,600.

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Sunrise of Chevy Chase

2201 Colston Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910

Jackie B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

Sunrise in Chevy Chase is wonderful. They helped my mother make a diificult transition to assistance living. Not only did they successfully acclimate my mother but they counseled me also. My mother is...

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Southwinds 2

4210 Southwinds Pl, White Plains, MD 20695

Cathy Cook - I'm a current/former resident or client

After losing my husband of 48 years in death, selling our home of 30 years because it was to big, and falling into a state of depression, my son and daughter decided I needed a new scenery and Southwinds...

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Sunrise of Montgomery Village

19310 Club House Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20886

Kathy N - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My mother has lived at Sunrise Montgomery Village for about 10 weeks now. I live about 30 mins away and see her once or twice a week. She loves her apartment, which is the perfect size for 1 person. The food...

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Brighton Gardens of Columbia

7110 Minstrel Way, Columbia, MD 21045

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This facility was one of the only places that would take my mom with severe dementia after she broke her hip and provides a very high level of care. The staff really go above and beyond to connect with...

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Sunrise of Columbia

6500 Freetown Road, Columbia, MD 21044

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what we like the most about Sunrise of Columbia is the staff. Their staff is engaging and very friendly and helpful with the residents. We would recommend this community to anyone who asks

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Lorien Harmony Hall

6336 Cedar Lane, Columbia, MD 21044

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My loved one is currently a resident at Lorien Harmony Hall and the experience has been mostly great. The friendliness, staff and care services are great. The music and activities are also great. I would...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Silver Spring

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Sunrise of Chevy Chase

2201 Colston Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910

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Sunrise of Vienna

374 Maple Avenue West, Vienna, VA 22180

Courtney R - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The community is so clean and airy, and the staffers start at entry level and then move to other jobs. as an example: the lead receptionist is now a billing specialist, and the lead waiter took the...

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Sommerset Retirement Community

22355 Providence Village Dr, Sterling, VA 20164

Wiwh - I'm a current/former resident or client

I find Sommerset to be a very nice place to live. The apartment I live in is very comfortable. It is cleaned weekly and the bed linens are washed and returned. The food is quite good for a facility like...

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The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane

5550 Tuckerman Ln, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Melinda B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

The staff at Sunrise are what makes this the best place out there. They are so friendly, caring, and kind. I feel so comfortable knowing my dad is in the hands of people who truly care and want the best for...

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Sunrise of Rockville

8 Baltimore Road, Rockville, MD 20850

Cathy - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I am impressed by this facility every day. The staff is very nice. It's evident that they are caring people. The food is very good. They're are always plenty of options our meat eaters and vegetarians. It...

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Landow House

1799 East Jefferson, Rockville, MD 20852

Miriam B - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

My Mom loves Landow House. The staff are so sweet and always happy. They are very responsive. My Mom loves the activities. Field trips in Tuesdays and movies on Thursdays are her favorite. I can join her for...

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Top-rated Independent Living facilities in Bethesda

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Fox Hill

8300 Burdette Road, Bethesda, MD 20817

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Expensive but well worth it. Food is ample and excellent w good variety; staff is delightful; activities are varied and interesting, but the staff makes the place. They couldn't be nicer to residents and...

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Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase

8100 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

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Mom loves it there & the amenities & staff are all great. The proof is in my comments...She had been there for a year & my family visits weekly & has always found all amenities in order & the staff to be...

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Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights

5555 Friendship Boulevard, Chevy Chase, MD 20815

Angela S - I'm a loved one of a resident or client

I discovered Brighton Gardens when faced with an emergency need for immediate respite care for my mother who has moderately severe dementia. The sales and administrative teams worked with me to facilitate...

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Top cities in Maryland for independent living

8.5

Annapolis, MD

18 facilities

8.3

Columbia, MD

46 facilities

7.9

Bethesda, MD

105 facilities

7.7

Silver Spring, MD

90 facilities

7.6

Rockville, MD

69 facilities

6.7

Baltimore, MD

92 facilities

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Aberdeen, MD

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Annapolis, MD

Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD

B

Baltimore, MD

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Berlin, MD

Boonsboro, MD

Bowie, MD

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Brookeville, MD

Brunswick, MD

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Cambridge, MD

Capitol Heights, MD

Centreville, MD

Charlestown, MD

Chesapeake Beach, MD

Chesapeake City, MD

Chestertown, MD

Cheverly, MD

Chevy Chase Section Five, MD

Clear Spring, MD

College Park, MD

Colmar Manor, MD

Cottage City, MD

Crisfield, MD

Cumberland, MD

D

Delmar, MD

Denton, MD

District Heights, MD

E

Easton, MD

Edgewood, MD

Elkton, MD

Emmitsburg, MD

F

Fairwood, MD

Federalsburg, MD

Fort Meade, MD

Frederick, MD

Friendship Heights Village, MD

Friendsville, MD

Frostburg, MD

Fruitland, MD

G

Gaithersburg, MD

Galena, MD

Glen Echo, MD

Greenbelt, MD

Greensboro, MD

H

Hagerstown, MD

Hampstead, MD

Havre de Grace, MD

Hebron, MD

Highfield-Cascade, MD

Highland Beach, MD

Hyattsville, MD

I

Indian Head, MD

K

Kensington, MD

Konterra, MD

L

La Plata, MD

Laurel, MD

Leisure World, MD

Leonardtown, MD

M

Manchester, MD

Mardela Springs, MD

Marydel, MD

Melwood, MD

Middletown, MD

Millington, MD

Mount Airy, MD

Mount Rainier, MD

Myersville, MD

N

New Market, MD

New Windsor, MD

North East, MD

O

Oakland, MD

Ocean City, MD

Oxford, MD

P

Perryville, MD

Pocomoke City, MD

Poolesville, MD

Port Deposit, MD

Preston, MD

Princess Anne, MD

Q

Queenstown, MD

R

Ridgely, MD

Rising Sun, MD

Rockville, MD

S

Salisbury, MD

Sharpsburg, MD

Sharptown, MD

Smithsburg, MD

Somerset, MD

St. Michaels, MD

Sudlersville, MD

Sykesville, MD

T

Takoma Park, MD

Taneytown, MD

Thurmont, MD

Trappe, MD

U

Upper Marlboro, MD

W

Walkersville, MD

Westminster, MD

Williamsport, MD

Woodsboro, MD

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