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My mother really enjoys this Senior Community. Everything looks nice and clean, they do a very good job of keeping the apartments well maintained. The staff is good and very friendly. We had few tiny hiccups...
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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.
New in popular Baltimore County, The Meadows of Reisterstown offers an exceptional affordable lifestyle for seniors 62+. In addition to one and two-bedroom apartments, residents may take advantage of on-site banking, an arts and crafts room, a wellness center, media center and many other...
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Emerson is a beautiful community with a serene and beautiful atmosphere. It's lobby and public space are welcoming. The public areas are beautifully decorated and warm. The apartments are more of a...
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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! And welcome to easy living with the luxuries you deserve at a price you can afford. Park View at Emerson is proud to offer high quality one-bedroom apartment homes designed with seniors in mind. Every detail of our modern architecture makes life easier while providing...
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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.
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The building is very nice and up to date. the only issue I have is I would open past 3 pm. The communication could be better between the staff and the residence. I would definitely recommend this community...
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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 Ellicott City I is an affordable and vibrant senior housing community located in beautiful Howard County, Maryland just 25 minutes west of Baltimore. Surrounded by lush trees only minutes from Ellicott City Senior Center, Park View I offers 81 one and two bedroom apartments to...
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My son and I looked at a number of facilities. When we got here we were impressed by how friendly there were compared to the other places. Here they are very warm. They have a lot of activities. It seemed...
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Park View at Ellicott City II is an affordable and warm senior housing located in stunning Ellicott City, Maryland just half an hour west of Baltimore. Ranked four times in the top 20 places to live in the United States by Money and CNNMoney.com, Park View II offers spacious and bright one and...
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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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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.
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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The Overlook at Monarch Mills is a senior housing community located in the luxurious town of Columbia, Howard County, MD. Our community is located nearby relaxing wooded areas that are great for an afternoon stroll. The city of Columbia, nearby the Patuxent River is a small, planned community...
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I love my apartment at Washington Square...it has every thing I need...this is a fantastic place for seniors to retire. We have a wonderful property manager who is very attentive and responsive to needs 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.
The is a senior community for those 55 and older. There are 32 Two Bedroom apartments. Each apartment has a garbage disposal, dishwasher and over the range microwave. There is also a small storage area in the apartment. All apartments have a washer/dryer hook-up and there are also laundry rooms...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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The community itself is very clean and attractive and the value is good. I like just about everything with the community. There are not any activities right now due to all the restrictions but usually we can...
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized 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.
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Bells Mill, MD

The average cost of senior living in Bells Mill is $4,529 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $4,145 per month.

Independent living costs in Bells Mill, MD, vs. nearby cities

Bells Mill, MD
$4,529/mo
$4,547/mo
$4,483/mo

Independent living costs in Bells Mill, MD, vs. state and national averages

Bells Mill, MD
$4,529/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Bells Mill, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,381/mo
Independent Living
$4,529/mo

Independent living costs in Bells Mill, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,299/mo
Studio
$6,354/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,749/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,187/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,525/mo

Senior living costs in Bells Mill 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: Bells Mill, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBells Mill, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,529/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,467/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,381/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bells Mill, MD:$4,529/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bells Mill, MD:$5,467/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Bells Mill, MD:$6,381/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bells Mill, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Bells Mill 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 Bells Mill, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bells Mill 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
Bells Mill, MD$4,213/mo$4,232/mo-0.4%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
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2024 average cost:$4,213/mo
2023 average cost:$4,232/mo
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2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Bells Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Bells Mill

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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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Bells Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bells Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bells Mill, 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 Bells Mill 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 Bells Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Bells Mill 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 Bells Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bells Mill 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 Bells Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
43.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
27.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Regency Crest, Magnolias of Chambersburg and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bells Mill, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 471 independent living facilities near Bells Mill, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Bells Mill, Maryland are Magnolias of Chambersburg, Chevy Chase House and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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