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They helped me with everything I needed, they took the time and waited for extra paper work that I needed.
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 Greens at Irvington Mews offers award-winning, affordable 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for seniors 62 and over! The Greens at Irvington Mews features exciting amenities, as well as a convenient location near parks, shopping, and medical services. Our residents enjoy numerous and diverse...
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Glynn Taff is, in my opinion, a hidden gem in the Baltimore area. The facility is spacious, cozy, and very well kept. The dining area is bright and cheery. The facility is decorated according to the...
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.
Glynn Taff Assisted Living offers compassionate, experienced, quality care in a restored turn of the century Catonsville mansion with beautiful grounds and a deep, relaxing front porch. One of our residents’ describes our community this way: “This is as close to home as you can get. It’s cozy...
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Love living here! Everyone, residents and staff are very friendly. Pets are welcomed. I just wish that the times and days of the activities were different so that I could attend more of them, more often.
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.
Cove Point Apartments offers a charming home for seniors ages 62 and over within the close-knit Dundalk community. Cove Point has convenient access to local services, entertainment, shopping, library and nearby medical facilities, as well as easy transportation to all the recreational attractions...
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Have been here since they open. It is convenient to stores and transportation The only problem is that some of the residents act like baby's. It is a he said she said environment. If you talk to one person...
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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.
One Bedroom Apartment with Water Views is Available Now! Call today! The Greens at Logan Field offers charming, affordable 1 and 2 bedroom apartments for seniors 62 and over! The community features exciting amenities, as well as a convenient location near shopping in Dundalk. Our residents...
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It is ok and it is a pretty nice place to live. I like the apartment and the size is good for me. The convenience of everything around the area is good. There is a library, entertainment area, little gym...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
The Greens at English Consul offers charming, affordable apartments for seniors 62 and over! The community features exciting amenities, as well as a convenient location in the Baltimore Highlands neighborhood of Baltimore County. Our residents enjoy numerous and diverse activities within the...
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From the very beginning of touring the facility to moving my mom into Rolling Hills the staff couldn't have been more helpful. Everyone is friendly and eager to make my mom feel at home and they have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Your luxurious home is waiting for you at Brightview Rolling Hills, conveniently located in Catonsville, Maryland. Laugh with friends and family at our daily happy hour in the pub. Enjoy a beautiful day in our outdoor courtyard or from your own balcony. Get a massage in our spa-like setting or...
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My loved one's stay is going just great! The facility is very nice and the staff are sure to take care of my loved one. She really likes the menu, as well as the many activities that they have to offer. This...
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 in a lovely and historic residential neighborhood with easy access to Baltimore, Howard and Anne Arundel Counties, Brightview Catonsville is unique in the area, offering Assisted Living residences with personalized care and service as well as award-winning Alzheimer's Care in a secure...
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The staff members went out of their way to help my parents with everything. They notified them right away when they had an opening and they supply them with food and everything they need. Overall they are...
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.
Tiber Hudson is a senior apartment complex hidden in the forested beauty of Ellicott City, Howard County, Maryland, on the western outskirts of Baltimore. The pristine beauty of acres of untouched woodland surrounds Tiber Hudson, offering breathtaking views for our residents. Just beyond the...
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Fairhaven worked for my parents. Plenty of activities. Good food. Very nice cottage. Natural setting which allowed them to feed birds and enjoy nature walks was far and away better than anything else we...
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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.
Set on a beautiful and scenic 300-acre wooded property and only minutes from historic downtown Sykesville, you will find Fairhaven, a premier, not-for-profit Life Plan community.With an active campus in one of Maryland’s most charming destination towns— plus countless amenities, gorgeous housing...
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
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.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals...
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Photo of The Greens at Hammonds Lane
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I am doing just fine here at The Greens At Hammonds Lane. I really this community the staff has been amazing to me and extremely helpful. They are really kind and helped me get settled into the community....
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 Greens at Hammonds Lane is a beautiful community exclusively for seniors 62 and better! We offer a charming, affordable place to call home within the Brooklyn Park community with convenient access to local services as well as easy transportation to hospitals, shopping and I-695. The Greens...
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
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.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,...
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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.
Our community features spacious one, two and three bedroom apartment homes with well appointed rooms and easy-living floor plans, plenty of storage, ceramic tiled bath, handsome decorator kitchens, individually controlled utilities, underground reserved parking, elevator in building, controlled...
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Because "A Place for Mom" helped me find St. Johns Herr Estate I now live there. I love it. My cottage is wonderful.....I couldn't be happier. Independent living at its best. I hope I can remain...
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.
The art of living well is defined at St. John's. Offering the perfect blend of location, lifestyle, supportive services and access to healthcare, St. John's Herr Estate is an established community designed to meet your physical, spiritual and social aspirations. Here you decide how you want to...
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We toured this facility during the height of covid and they were very flexible and let us come look at the apartment my mother would move to before we made a decision. their marketing coordinator was...
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.
Lorien Taneytown has been a landmark in Carroll County for over a decade. In 2014, Lorien built a 52 bed assisted living looking to offer another level of care to seniors in the area. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence, our philosophy encourages our residents to age in...
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My mother has been a resident for a year at PearTree. We have found the staff very friendly, experienced, and able to assist with all her needs as she is bed dependent and also has dementia. Although it's...
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.
Peartree Assisted Living at Shadow Oak is a newly built assisted living facility located conveniently between Baltimore and Annapolis, and less than 1 hour from Washington, DC. We are owned and operated by five Registered Nurses. Our comfortable setting is designed for 15 residents - each with...
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My 91 year old mother lives at Elderwood and she is quite hapy there. They have good food, nice activities and the staff is very friendly.
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 minute you enter Elderwood Senior Living at Lancaster, you'll recognize our commitment to creating a friendly, comfortable home. Our professional staff will be happy to assist you in making the right choice to match your needs, personal preferences and budget. Elderwood Senior Living at...
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This is a nice community if you are looking for a family type place. This community is small so there are not a ton of people. The staff are very friendly and if there is a problem they are quick to reach...
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 mom moved into Brightview, Severna Park, MD this past week. It has been a very positve experience so far. The staff has been great a welcoming her and getting her settled. The actual building is...
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 community features full-service Independent Living apartments on a monthly rental basis with No Large Entrance Fee. The all-inclusive monthly fee will include private 1 or 2-bedroom apartment homes, exterior and interior maintenance including appliances, full kitchens, washer/dryer,...
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I rate all categories as a 5 with the exception of item 5, meals/dining. My mom does not care for the taste of the food at dinner. She loves the oatmeal at breakfast, lunch is OK, but I think dinners don't...
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.
Arbor Terrace Fulton looks at senior living differently. That’s because we believe no matter where you are in life, you deserve to pursue your passions, maintain meaningful relationships, and live every day to its fullest. With our state-of-the-art senior living and memory care community designed...
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My loved one is here at this community now and is doing well in the memory care unit. My loved one is very happy here. Everything that they do is highly rated and everything is going well. She has settled in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Mom is doing okay in her apartment. She is not one to socialize but she keeps busy with family and friends that are nearby. I am hoping soon that I can bring her down to the senior center not too far from...
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.
Your New Lifestyle Begins Here at Park View at Laurel. At our charming and affordable senior community, you can get away from it all, yet be close to everything. Park View at Laurel offers 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes for active seniors age 62 or better. Our community provides robust and...
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The medical staff has been fantastic. They're very on top of everything and have found situations with our loved one that we didn't even know she had. That's all been fantastic. I have absolutely nothing...
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.
At Marian Assisted Living, we encourage our residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle while we provide all the conveniences of home, from delicious home-made meals to housekeeping services. Therefore, our residents have more time to socialize, participate in recreational activities, or just...
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My mom seems to like her new home. The manager is very helpful and resourceful. The community is fairly new and well kept. There are benches outside to enjoy the green landscape. North Street Senior...
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.
Welcome to North Street Senior Residences! -1 & 2 Bedroom Senior Apartments!2017 Winner of the PACE Awards!Situated in historic downtown Elkton, North Street Senior Residences offers one and two bedroom apartments with features and amenities to suit your lifestyle. Our apartments are...
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I have lived at the Willows for over 4 years and I love it. The building is sparkling clean. Whenever I have a question or concern, [name removed] and/or [name removed]responds immediately. I remember I...
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.
Ultra-Luxury Condo Rentals for 55+!Situated in the heart of Victoria Falls, your ultra-luxury condominium rental will be convenient to the Parks, Walking Trails, Tennis Courts, Pool, Fitness Center and all of the community's clubs and activities. Best of all, you'll be right next to the soothing...

Cost of independent living in Shepperd, MD

The average cost of senior living in Shepperd is $3,870 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,881 per month.

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

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$2,963/mo

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

Shepperd, MD
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$4,016/mo

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

$5,779/mo
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Independent living costs in Shepperd, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,148/mo
Studio
$6,018/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,136/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,610/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Shepperd 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: Shepperd, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepperd, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,870/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,148/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,779/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shepperd, MD:$3,870/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shepperd, MD:$5,148/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shepperd, MD:$5,779/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Shepperd, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shepperd 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shepperd, MD$4,155/mo$4,073/mo+2.0%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Shepperd, MD
2024 average cost:$4,155/mo
2023 average cost:$4,073/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
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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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 Shepperd

Recent reviews for independent living in Shepperd

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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Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA

3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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The Woods At Cedar Run in Camp Hill, PA

4.0
The Woods at Cedar Run is a very nice place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly and they genuinely care about the residents. They all know me by name. In the dining room they keep track on whether you are there or not. If you do not show up, they will call and check on you. They have on ...
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Shepperd independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepperd independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepperd, 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 Shepperd 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 Shepperd partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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17.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepperd 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 Shepperd communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepperd 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 Shepperd offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepperd, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.2%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
19.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.2%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Regency Crest, Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Sunrise of Chevy Chase are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shepperd, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 512 independent living facilities near Shepperd, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shepperd, Maryland are Senior Commons at Powder Mill, Sunrise of Chevy Chase and Morningside House of Friendship. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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