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I find Sommerset to be a very nice place to live. The apartment I live in is very comfortable. It is cleaned weekly and the bed linens are washed and returned. The food is quite good for a facility like...
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.
Sommerset is a rental retirement community for, independent senior adults. Our residents enjoy the independence they are accustomed to along with the security of knowing our community is staffed 24-hours a day. Choose from our spacious 1 and 2 bedroom apartments each with their own balcony or...
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My mother has lived at Sunrise Montgomery Village for about 10 weeks now. I live about 30 mins away and see her once or twice a week. She loves her apartment, which is the perfect size for 1 person. The food...
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.
The moment you walk through our door, you'll feel at home. From our warm, inviting fireplace to our cozy, family-like atmosphere, Sunrise at Montgomery Village is a step above the typical senior residence. For the past fifteen years, our caring and experienced staff has been helping seniors live...
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9.8
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Sunrise in Chevy Chase is wonderful. They helped my mother make a diificult transition to assistance living. Not only did they successfully acclimate my mother but they counseled me also. My mother is...
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.
At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, conveniently located adjacent to Washington, DC, in Maryland’s Montgomery County, we provide a safe, comfortable living environment and excellent care delivered by an experienced, compassionate team of caregivers. Our beautiful community, nestled in a desirable...
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The staff are outstanding and compassionate. The facility is always spotless and well maintained. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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.
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
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Great location. Suburban but walking distance to shopping plaza, golf, doctors. Proximity to Leisure World brings a lot of conveniences for elderly.
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.
Bedford Court is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with one of the lowest Entrance Fee that is 100% refundable. Located within walking distance of the Leisure World shopping center. Our community offers you a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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Overall it was a very good experience. The facility is a bit older than others in the area, but the staff is very friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend Aspenwood Senior Living Community...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to Aspenwood Senior Living Community, a Five Star Senior Living community! Well-established in Montgomery County since 1989, this neighborhood setting is convenient to shopping and medical services. Our Independent and Assisted Living apartments are not part of a high rise, further...
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The place was recently renovated so that was nice. The food could be really improved for more nutrition and softer texture for easier consumption for the elderly
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.
Just a few minutes from Pike and Rose, Rockville Town Square Metro Station,Westfield Montgomery Mall, 495 access and Strathmore Music Center, Brighton Gardens of Tuckerman Lane is both centrally located and beautifully situated. Surrounded by mature tree and garden,and the CO walking path, this...
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I would honestly give them a 5 for everything (in our case), except #8 I would rate a 4 because I do feel like they charged high for some things. They definitely had a lot of loving staff and didn't seem to...
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.
Located just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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I have been very pleased with the staff at Tribute at Black Hill. The facility is very nice and does not have the appearance of a typical assisted living facility. My dad has been very pleased with the food,...
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.
At Tribute Black Hill, our Active Senior Living program is a beautiful compliment to a life lived with joy, learning and comfort. Maybe you want to partake in the arts, and with the Black Rock Arts Center close by keeping in touch with your artistic personality is easy. Maybe you would enjoy wine...
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My loved one toured this facility and although it was very reluctant to go into assisted living, believed that this place and the people in it were a good fit. I, too, was very impressed by the size of 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.
Join us at our upscale assisted living community also offering Alzheimer’s and dementia care services in charming Olney, Md., just 20 miles from our nation’s capital in a rural location surrounded by verdant trees. Your fine living includes well-appointed, cozy common areas, a spacious apartment,...
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It's a great place. We picked this community because my son lives 3 miles from facility. It's newer, very clean, and easy for my mom to have visitors. The staff is always very nice. t's a great place overall...
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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I have been living here for 13 years and have always been happy with the property, but now that I have moved back in to my newly renovated apartment my happiness living here has gone from a 10 to a 20,...
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.
2017 Best of Senior Living in Germantown, MD by SeniorAdvisor.com Willow Manor at Clopper's Mill is a senior community located in Germantown, Maryland. Germantown is a beautiful community in Montgomery County that is known for its rich history, vibrant culture and easy access to the sights and...
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After visiting several memory care facilities, we chose The Seneca and never doubted our choice! We looked at a small family-run facility, a well-known one within walking distance of our home (which we had...
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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Raphael House is amazing!! My brother and my sister are very happy with the way that it looks and the way that they treat all of the residents, with compassion and patience. Also, they're always on top of...
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.
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My uncle passed away in November Alfred house was terrific. We give it 10 stars. This is a first rate facility, especially for someone who is in their final stages of life.
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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My Mom loves Landow House. The staff are so sweet and always happy. They are very responsive. My Mom loves the activities. Field trips in Tuesdays and movies on Thursdays are her favorite. I can join her for...
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.
Landow House is an assisted living community, located in a safe area of Rockville, MD. This community is perfect for those who want to remain active and engaged in life, but could use some personal assistance with their daily activities. Landow House, has an average user review rating of 5 stars....
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We've been very happy with my mother's experience living at Ingleside's memory support assisted living. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the administrators have been very responsive when we've had...
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.
Ingleside at King Farm is a not-for-profit, continuing care retirement community central to the award-winning intergenerational King Farm development. We offer small town living just a short ride from the nation's capitol. Inside our walls, you will find a stress free lifestyle with a variety 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.
Location, location, location! Conveniently located near revitalized Olde Towne Gaithersburg, The Oaks at Olde Towne offers the latest in affordable senior living to adults 62+. Attractive, new one and two-bedroom apartments feature a kitchen with the newest appliances and roomy closets. Residents...
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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.
Private, Secure Apartment LivingCaring staff and comfortable apartments with kitchenettes provide support, privacy, and the ability to live life just the way you prefer. With your favorite furnishings and mementos, you’ll feel right at home and secure knowing assistance is there if you need it....
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My friends are doing very well since their move to this community. All is working our very well, and they are pleased with their move to this community. It is a great facility with great. The staff is kind,...
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.
Welcome home to Kentlands Manor, an apartment community designed especially for the active lifestyle of individuals aged 62 years and better. Situated in the heart of the Kentlands neighborhood, this suburban community offers all the benefits of small town living with the excitement of the city...
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[name removed] , the maintenance technician was here today because a lot of the key fobs had stop working?? thank you so much for staying and seeing that this was taken care of...
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.
Hillside Senior Living Apartments provides residents 62 and greater an resort-class senior living experience. Situated on a scenic hill surrounded by a park-like setting, this brand new Gaithersburg, Maryland apartment community offers resort-style one and two bedroom apartments.
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Choosing Brightview as a place for my mother has shown to be a good choice. While she has only been there a few weeks, it is clear that the quality of her life is much better and engaging than before....
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 design-build community will feature residential apartments and personalized assistance and care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living. Brightview communities are known for offering a holistic approach to care and life enrichment. Each resident is esteemed for...
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It is a beautiful community inside. The staff are very friendly. I believe the staff are hired very well. This is the best community my loved ones have been in so far. I'm very happy with Brightview's...
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.
Experience a spectacular urban lifestyle at Brightview West End! Located in the heart of Rockville Town Center, Brightview West End is unlike any senior living community you’ve seen. Enjoy a snack at our Mingle cafe, a drink during happy hour in the pub, or a movie in our movie theater. Plus...
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They cleaned and mopped the floors and dusted very routinely. The only thing I think they could improve on is that I do wish they cleaned my mother's furniture more often. The staff are very compassionate...
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.
AlfredHouse Symphony is a state-of-the-art building showcasing our values of personalized holistic care, incorporating various natural therapies including a sensory room, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, therapy swings, and many opportunities to sit outside and look at our beautiful garden. As we...
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Nice building, furniture needs cleaned or up dated. Activities are mostly resident generated. site level management is good but hands are tied from Regional! Regional level is very bias! She can't be...
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.
2017 Best of Senior Living in Rockville, MD by SeniorAdvisor.com Luxury Living in the Heart of Rockville! Victory Court offers one and two bedroom spacious apartments for seniors 62+. The thoughtfully designed apartment homes feature modern, sought after amenities such as an open-concept...

Cost of independent living in Gaithersburg, MD

The average cost of senior living in Gaithersburg is $4,758 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $4,128 per month.

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

Gaithersburg, MD
$4,758/mo
$4,615/mo

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

Gaithersburg, MD
$4,758/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$7,077/mo
Independent Living
$4,758/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,026/mo
Studio
$6,248/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,844/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,457/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gaithersburg over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gaithersburg

Recent reviews for independent living in Gaithersburg

Sommerset Retirement Community in Sterling, VA

5.0
We all love the staff. The food is good, serving 3 square meals a day, Every Day. I would most definitely recommend this facility to others.

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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Gaithersburg independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaithersburg independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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
31.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.2%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaithersburg, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.7%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56.8%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.8%
46.1%
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Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gaithersburg, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 50 independent living facilities near Gaithersburg, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gaithersburg, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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