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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: 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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The nursing staff team are terrific, they have an enormous amount of staff members there, and our experience so far has been wonderful. They are giving our loved one the best care that he could need. The...
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 Hebrew Home of Washington has provided quality nursing care and rehabilitation for Washington area families since 1910. Honoring Jewish values and respect for resident's dignity, the Hebrew Home welcomes everyone to experience it's beautiful campus and dedicated staff. The Home accepts...
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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.
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: 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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Photo of Avondale Park Apartments
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: 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.
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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...
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.
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...
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.
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: 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.
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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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 Glen Echo Heights, MD

The average cost of senior living in Glen Echo Heights is $4,771 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $4,469 per month.

Independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights, MD, vs. nearby cities

Glen Echo Heights, MD
$4,771/mo
$4,766/mo
$4,765/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights, MD, vs. state and national averages

Glen Echo Heights, MD
$4,771/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights, MD, vs. other senior living options

$7,112/mo
Independent Living
$4,771/mo

Independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,274/mo
Studio
$7,262/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,291/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,556/mo

Senior living costs in Glen Echo Heights 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: Glen Echo Heights, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlen Echo Heights, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$4,771/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,857/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,112/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Glen Echo Heights, MD:$4,771/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Glen Echo Heights, MD:$5,857/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Glen Echo Heights, MD:$7,112/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Glen Echo Heights 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
Glen Echo Heights, MD$4,956/mo$4,886/mo+1.4%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Glen Echo Heights, MD
2024 average cost:$4,956/mo
2023 average cost:$4,886/mo
Percent change:+1.4%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
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 Glen Echo Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Glen Echo Heights

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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Ingleside at King Farm, a CCRC in Rockville, MD

4.6
Overall my mothers happy. Communication was tough at the beginning but has gotten better. They set up covid shots for the residence and made that really easy. The community is neat and clean and the staff is very friendly. I would recommend this community to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Elegant dining experiences. Residents at various communities praise the high-quality dining experiences, with some reviews mentioning sumptuous menus and excellent service reminiscent of a five-star restaurant. At The Jefferson, for example, loved ones and their families express satisfaction with the meals, while at Ela ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their communities. Families of residents at Aspenwood Senior Living Community mention the long-term friendships that have been forged between residents and their caregivers, while loved ones at The Jeffers ...
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Activities catering to diverse interests. Residents find enjoyment in a wide range of specialized activities offered at various communities. At Falcons Landing, for instance, there are countless activities to keep residents as busy as they'd like, while Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase offers activities from bridge to bac ...
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Spacious and updated living spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, specifically when it comes to the private rooms and communal areas. At Falcons Landing, for example, the living units are newly refurbished, and at The Jefferson, the cottage had been completely renovated to include granit ...
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Close-knit and inclusive community. Many reviews mention the sense of community and camaraderie among residents and staff. At Falcons Landing, for instance, there is a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and at Falcons Landing, residents are on a first-name basis, resulting in an open and friendly environment.
Supportive and efficient maintenance and care services. Residents and their families appreciate the proactive and responsive nature of the maintenance and care services at their communities. At Falcons Landing, for example, the residents are assured of good care, and at Falcons Landing, the marketing staff was praised for their recommendations fo ...
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Glen Echo Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Echo Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Echo Heights, 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 Glen Echo Heights 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 Glen Echo Heights 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
38.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Echo Heights 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 Glen Echo Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glen Echo Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Echo Heights 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 Glen Echo Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.5%
47%
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Chevy Chase House, Fox Hill and Sunrise of Chevy Chase are the top-rated independent living facilities near Glen Echo Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 129 independent living facilities near Glen Echo Heights, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Glen Echo Heights, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Acclaim at Belmont Bay and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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