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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cheltenham, MD
If you’re looking for independent living in the Cheltenham area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Cheltenham. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 48 independent living facilities in Cheltenham, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Mount Pleasant, Wakefield and Observatory Circle.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Arlington and Bethesda.
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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.
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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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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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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...
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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...
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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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Gum Springs Glen, located in the historic Gum Springs area of Fairfax County, offers an exciting concept in affordable retirement living to seniors with moderate incomes. Designed for the active lifestyles of residents, each building features attractively appointed and spacious common areas for...
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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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Wesley House Senior Apartments is a senior housing community located in our beautiful nation's capital: Washington, DC. A comfortable environment in an unbeatable location, Wesley House Senior Apartments is the perfect choice for your new home. Washington is an incredible city with endless...
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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.
Evergreen Senior Housing, located in Bowie, Prince George's County, Maryland, is an active, thriving apartment community. Due to its convenient location, it is very near Bowie Town Center. There you will find services and activities including shopping, a senior center, restaurants, the Metro rail...
Cost of independent living in Cheltenham, MD
The average cost of senior living in Cheltenham is $4,431 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $2,720 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cheltenham, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cheltenham, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Cheltenham
Recent reviews for independent living in Cheltenham
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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Harmony at Enterprise in Bowie, MD
3.6
The staff is great. Housekeeping could do more each week. The activities could be more consistent. The food needs improvement.
Sunrise of Chevy Chase in Silver Spring, MD
4.5
Sunrise of Chevy Chase is welcoming community with thoughtful and supportive staff. The activities engage residents with different interests and needs. Staff keep in contact with family on a regular basis.
Cheltenham independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cheltenham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cheltenham, 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 Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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
12.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.4%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.8%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10.4%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Sunrise of Mt Vernon and The Skybridge at Town Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cheltenham, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 48 independent living facilities near Cheltenham, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cheltenham, Maryland are Sunrise of Mt Vernon, Paul Spring Community and Sunrise of Falls Church. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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