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Photo of Richland Woods Assisted Living
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My mom has lived at Richland Woods for over three years. She is treated with compassion and dignity every day. The Community has activities geared towards stimulating the mind as well as the spirit....
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.
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77 Floor plans available
9.6
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Familiarity with having former family members there in the past and convenient access for my Mother to visit daily with Dad while he was there. Also convenient to hospital and Dr's Offices for emergencies...
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.
Spring Arbor - Winchester is in the historic town Winchester, Virginia and is an assisted living residence. Spring Arbor boasts colonial style architecture and is located just south of the Northwest Pike aka highway 50, just west the intersection of highway 37. It is only a couple of blocks from...
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2929 Floor plans available
9.3
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Overall everyone is is friendly and helpful. I have taken many friends and family to visit. It is alway clean and in top shape. People can not believe it is a assisted living home no smells and clean....
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.
Welcome to Harmony at MartinsburgAssisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Martinsburg, West Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and supplies needed to...
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9.2
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The facility is very nice and the staff are very friendly. I will be honest to say that the cost of everything for this type of care still shocks me how high it is. I think the overall experience for her is...
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.
We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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9.0
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Mom started in the general population a few years ago and moved into the Memory Care unit at CCB in 2024. It is such a comfortable home-like environment. The staff are extremely patient, caring, and...
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.
The Colonial Courtyard at Bedford is ideally situated for senior citizens who are still young enough to enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. Set against a lovely mountainous backdrop in central Pennsylvania, it is senior living for the nature lover at its very best! Known for gorgeous...
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McCullough Place, from my initial visit, has gone beyond my expectations in assisted-living. The staff is helpful, cheerful and accommodating. The facility is clean and well-designed. A passive glance from...
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.
McCullough Place is an assisted living community located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. We are just south of Stackhouse Park and within easy driving distance of Palo Duro Canyon and Panhandle Plains Historical Museum. We offer sightseeing trips to both of those locations as well as transportation to...
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This assisted living facility is wonderful. The staff are friendly and very accommodating to my mother. I’m grateful for their kindness and help. The facility is clean and the breakfasts are made to order...
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.
Located in the heart of Johnstown, PA, the Villa is locally owned and operated by Dr. Kastelic and family since 2010. We consider our residents part of our family and we treat them as such. We provide a comfortable environment for residents to socialize, enjoy activities, and live their best...
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We cannot comment on the activities because our loved one has not participated in them. We have been very pleased with Mom's care since she went there. We all feel better and trust she is well taken care of...
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.
The Willows At Meadow Branch is located in historic Winchester, VA. Our Southern style, one-story estate is located in a park like setting, nestled in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Conveniently located near the heart of Old Town Winchester, yet secluded from major highways and the sounds of...
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8.0
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Our experience has been outstanding. My Father passed after being in the facility for 3 months. He was well attended while there. The staff has been gracious and extremely helpful in guiding us to a...
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.
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My loved one is currently a resident at Harmony House Manor. There is minimal staff at this facility. When I visit, I rarely actually see or talk to any employees. I have actually had NO communication with...
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.
Situated in Johnstown, Pennsylvania Harmony House Manor senior living community is a haven of peace and tranquility. It is located in a safe area that is ideal for seniors. It is also located near Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital which is a top notch hospital in Pennsylvania. The residents...
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Photo of The Kensington Senior Living at Cumberland
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7.0
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7.0
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The Kensington is on target for assisted living. I'm a nurse, and I would say the care they provide to my loved one is spot on. And the one-bedroom suite layout is perfect for her.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains near the source of the Potomac River, The Kensington stands as proud testament to Cumberland's storied past. When it opened in 1926, the Algonquin Hotel was well known for its elegance and hospitality. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, it's...
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I am very impressed with how they have handled covid, they are super careful. They have activities but they do it by floor so if someone did get it, it would only affect a few people rather than the whole...
Provides: Assisted 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.
The Atrium, A Choice Community has been providing personal care services in the Johnstown area since 1985. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care services and in creating and maintaining a homey atmosphere that is beautifully furnished for our residents and visitors to enjoy. Our staff...
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This place could not be any better. The only big issue about the place is if she gets sick or fall or gets hurt, we have to go there and take her to the hospital, unless it is like a dire emergency. Other...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Green Valley Commons Green Valley Commons in Winchester, Virginia is an assisted living community. We provide memory care services for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other causes of dementia that make it challenging for them to live on their own. Our community can be found beside the road...
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The main reason we chose Ligonier Gardens over other facilities we looked at was the location … her hometown is Ligonier and most of my brothers and I still live there.. she also knows several people who are...
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.
LIGONIER GARDENS Some life choices such as where to live and with whom one chooses to spend their time define life. Moving from one’s home to a personal care facility is such a choice. For most considering a personal care facility as a new home, accommodations, safety, atmosphere and...
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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: 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.
Assisted Living at Frostburg The Assisted Living at Frostburg residence is located in the quaint town of Frostburg, MD. The Frostburg community is known for its commitment to the arts and nature. There are a number of venues, such as the Arts and Entertainment district, which will allow you to...
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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: 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
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
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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.
Photo of Rebecca's Personal Care Home
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Spring House Estates
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Dickens, MD

The average cost of senior living in Dickens is $3,314 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frostburg, MD with an average of $2,682 per month.

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

Dickens, MD
$3,314/mo
$2,682/mo

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

Dickens, MD
$3,314/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$3,793/mo
Independent Living
$3,314/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,800/mo
Studio
$4,718/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,132/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,544/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,000/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Dickens

Recent reviews for independent living in Dickens

Celebration Villa of Martinsburg

4.0
They seem to have a big turnover in the staff which is concerning. The food is just not good. It seems by the time my mom gets her food it's cold and the servings they get are very minimal.

The Atrium, A Choice Community in Johnstown, PA

3.6
Activities only happen in the morning. I am not a morning person. We have never had an activity off location. There has never been a therapy animal visit even though I have begged for it. I can't regulate the temperature in my room. Today the heat coming out of my wall heater was 140 degrees and ...
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Hilltop in Winchester, VA

4.0
I loved all the staff who helped make it possible to get pops into Hilltop. During his time there he got to know everyone in the Memory Unit. The place was clean and staff friendly. I would recommend Hilltop to other's.

Dickens independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dickens independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dickens, 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 Dickens 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 Dickens partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dickens, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.9%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dickens 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 Dickens communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dickens, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dickens 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 Dickens offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dickens, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.9%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
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Richland Woods Assisted Living, Spring Arbor of Winchester and Harmony at Martinsburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dickens, Maryland. See full list of communities.

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