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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Timber Ridge, MD

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zipAveragecost: $3,925

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Photo of Lorien Mt. Airy
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66 Floor plans available
8.9
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14 reviews
8.9
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14 reviews
5 star
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4 star
36%
3 star
7%
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7%
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My mother moved in [date removed] and there has been a remarkable improvement in her quality of life, thanks to the entire staff. From the move- in process, to proper meds scheduling, to dining, activities,...
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.
Lorien Mt. Airy is conveniently located near the junction of Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery and Howard Counties. We are uniquely positioned to serve area residents who want to live in a compassionate community that encourages self-direction and independence while providing assistance when...
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1.0
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1.0
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2 reviews
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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
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.
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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2.0
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2.0
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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...
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.
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...
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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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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Cost of independent living in Timber Ridge, MD

The average cost of senior living in Timber Ridge is $3,925 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampstead, MD with an average of $3,205 per month.

Independent living costs in Timber Ridge, MD, vs. nearby cities

Timber Ridge, MD
$3,925/mo

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

Timber Ridge, MD
$3,925/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Timber Ridge, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,196/mo
Independent Living
$3,925/mo

Independent living costs in Timber Ridge, MD, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,960/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,200/mo

Senior living costs in Timber Ridge 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: Timber Ridge, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTimber Ridge, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,925/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,371/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,196/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Timber Ridge, MD:$3,925/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Timber Ridge, MD:$5,371/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Timber Ridge, MD:$6,196/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Timber Ridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Timber Ridge

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.

Victoria Park at Walkersville

5.0
I am happy with the community and the room I got fits most of my furniture. The community is always clean and maintained. I have been able to eat from the restaurants that are across the street and there is plenty of shopping stores around. This is in a good location.

Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I enjoy dining in our Fireside Dining Room, The Bistro and The Pub. The food is well prepared, presented in an attractive fashion, and is exceptional. The atmospheres of the venues are unique. I particularly enjoy the specials which are offered each night. The variety of the Seafood/Fish ...
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Timber Ridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Timber Ridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Timber Ridge, 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 Timber Ridge 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 Timber Ridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Timber Ridge, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Timber Ridge 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 Timber Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Timber Ridge, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Timber Ridge 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 Timber Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Timber Ridge, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
47.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lorien Mt. Airy, Copper Ridge and Fairhaven are the top-rated independent living facilities near Timber Ridge, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Timber Ridge, Maryland. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Timber Ridge, Maryland are Sunrise of Montgomery Village, Sunrise of Pikesville and Bedford Court, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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