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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Blythedale, MD

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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.
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.
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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
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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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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: 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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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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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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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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The physical place is beautiful and the residents are friendly and happy. The staff is excellent and always trying to include the residents in activities. They treat the residents with dignity. It's not so...
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.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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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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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think they were under staffed as far as aides & nurses, especially in the evenings. This was my impression, at least in the memory section.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Blythedale, MD

The average cost of senior living in Blythedale is $3,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,881 per month.

Independent living costs in Blythedale, MD, vs. nearby cities

Blythedale, MD
$3,914/mo

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

Blythedale, MD
$3,914/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

Independent living costs in Blythedale, MD, vs. other senior living options

$5,208/mo
Independent Living
$3,914/mo

Independent living costs in Blythedale, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,852/mo
Studio
$5,572/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,724/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,157/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Blythedale 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: Blythedale, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlythedale, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,914/mo$3,830/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,174/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,208/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Blythedale, MD:$3,914/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Blythedale, MD:$5,174/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Blythedale, MD:$5,208/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Blythedale, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Blythedale 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
Blythedale, MD$3,972/mo$3,515/mo+13.0%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Blythedale, MD
2024 average cost:$3,972/mo
2023 average cost:$3,515/mo
Percent change:+13.0%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Blythedale

Recent reviews for independent living in Blythedale

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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Integrity Esther's Place at Harford in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

4.6
We chose this place for my mom because it is very close to where we live and we can visit a lot. They seem to provide the most value for the price, there are nicer places but they were a lot more expensive. I toured four other homes before deciding on this one for my mom.

Blythedale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blythedale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blythedale, 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 Blythedale 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 Blythedale 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
22.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Blythedale 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 Blythedale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blythedale 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 Blythedale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Crest, Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living and Merrill Gardens at West Chester are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blythedale, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 447 independent living facilities near Blythedale, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Blythedale, Maryland are Keystone Villa at Douglassville Independent Living, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Morningside House of Friendship. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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