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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Allen, MD

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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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53 reviews
9.3
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53 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
25%
3 star
11%
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4%
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0%
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Wow!!! Staff amazing!! Head Nursing amazing!! [Name removed] is the most loving Director Ever!!!! The facility is operated at the highest standards but with Love. Doors are open in most rooms and welcoming....
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.
Located in historic Salisbury, MD, near the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional medial center, Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury is your premier choice for a modern lifestyle that is as engaging and inspiring as it is relaxing. Whether you are interested in independent living, assisted living or...
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1111 Floor plans available
8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
5 star
41%
4 star
41%
3 star
12%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
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My husband stayed for 14 days. I was nervous about leaving him at first but the staff made him feel extremely comfortable. I had family members visit him when I was away and each one stated that he was in...
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.
Sterling Care Harbor Point is an assisted living and memory care community located in the city of Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland. Our exquisite community is well placed in the region on the head of Wicomico River. The river offers many sights to see and activities to engage in. Thus,...
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8.5
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4 reviews
8.5
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4 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
0%
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Moved in recently and I have culture shock didn’t know I’d be dealing with the huge insect population but overall it’s nice neighbors are friendly and management is accommodating residence is very spacious...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gateway Village Apartments, an affordable community for people aged 62+, is conveniently located in a quiet, relaxed community, just minutes from the Centre of Salisbury. The beautiful grounds of Gateway Village feature lush landscaping, creating a very scenic and relaxing environment. The...
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8.2
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31 reviews
8.2
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31 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
39%
3 star
6%
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0%
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These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Lakeside Assisted Living at Mallard Landing is a well established retirement community centrally located in Salisbury, Maryland. We can provide you or your loved one with a worry-free lifestyle while not sacrificing privacy or independence.  Our spacious apartments and variety of...
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5 star
72%
4 star
21%
3 star
7%
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0%
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We rate Victoria Park at Sassafras with the following ratings Cleanliness =100% Very receptive =100% Our move-in = 100% Very quiet =100% Maintenance = 100% Management is the bomb! We have no...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waiting List Now Open! Now Accepting Wait List Applications for 1BRs from $497-$625/month and 2BRs from $545-$855/month! Call today!Enjoy Living Made Easy at Salisbury's Best Senior Apartments!Charming apartment homes with spacious floor plans. individual climate control. A peaceful library and...
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Cost of independent living in Allen, MD

The average cost of senior living in Allen is $2,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hebron, MD with an average of $2,897 per month.

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

Allen, MD
$2,939/mo
$3,256/mo

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

Allen, MD
$2,939/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,921/mo
Independent Living
$2,939/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,308/mo
Studio
$5,410/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,675/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Allen over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Allen

Recent reviews for independent living in Allen

Peregrine Salisbury

4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.

Victoria Park at Sassafras Meadows in Salisbury, MD

5.0
I like it at Victoria Park at Sassafras because its quiet. There are no children here to disturb me. The maintenance department is good. The best management team with great customer service. Housekeeper is nice, very mannerly, kind and easy to get along with. The maintenance tech is the ...
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Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing in Salisbury, MD

5.0
Our experience was wonderful. They provided a tour, explained everything, provided assistance getting my dad transferred from another facility and made the process easy. My dad loves it there. He says the food is great. Better then where he was.

Allen independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Allen independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Allen, 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 Allen 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 Allen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Allen, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Allen 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 Allen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Allen, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Allen 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 Allen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Allen, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Peregrine Salisbury, Commonwealth Senior Living at Salisbury and Gateway Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Allen, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 6 independent living facilities near Allen, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Allen, Maryland is Peregrine Salisbury. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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