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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Damascus, MD

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Photo of Sunrise of Montgomery Village
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9.8
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74 reviews
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I am so happy to have found Sunrise for my mother. Her memory issues meant she couldn't stay home, but I knew a traditional memory care with dorm-like tiny rooms would make her miserable. At Sunrise she has...
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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Photo of Tribute at Black Hill by Cogir
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47 reviews
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Tribute has been supportive,accommodating and attentive to both of my Parent's. They have also served as a resource for our family and have kept us informed during emergency situations. They both love...
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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Photo of Willow Manor at Clopper's Mill
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8.5
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21 reviews
8.5
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21 reviews
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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...
Photo of Lorien Mt. Airy
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66 Floor plans available
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They have lots of activities for a smaller facility sometimes two a day. Right now they seem to be short staffed but hopefully that will improve. I've suggested they offer more fresh fruit instead of canned...
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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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.
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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Photo of The Oaks at Olde Towne
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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.
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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All the people are friendly. The bank, doctor's, and grocery store are all in the neighborhood. There are dogs on premises from other residents. They have bingo, painting via zoom, and there was a band...
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
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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.
Photo of Covenant Village
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They are very good. The place is very clean, and the staff is friendly. They are willing to help. We pay our own electric though, and it's a lot more expensive than I was expecting. There is about an 85%...
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.
Covenant Village offers opportunities to meet new friends,share new adventures and stay physically fit. Covenant Village offers much more than exceptional apartments homes. Our relaxing,inviting community spaces are also perfect for socializing with family and friends. In so many ways, Covenant...
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Cost of independent living in Damascus, MD

The average cost of senior living in Damascus is $4,514 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sykesville, MD with an average of $3,503 per month.

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

Damascus, MD
$4,514/mo

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

Damascus, MD
$4,514/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$6,353/mo
Independent Living
$4,514/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,381/mo
Studio
$5,435/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,609/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,471/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Damascus over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Damascus

Recent reviews for independent living in Damascus

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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Damascus independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Damascus independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Damascus, 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 Damascus 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 Damascus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Damascus, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Damascus 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 Damascus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
30%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Damascus 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 Damascus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
10%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Falcons Landing, Sommerset Retirement Community and Sunrise of Montgomery Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Damascus, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Damascus, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Damascus, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Sommerset Retirement Community and Sunrise of Reston Town Center. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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