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Photo of Arbor Terrace Senior Living
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When I came with my son 5 years ago, I was thoroughly impressed with the size of rooms, the cleanliness, and I was invited to join in the activities in the patio. The older members were so welcoming and...
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 Senior Living is an assisted living community conveniently located on Greenbelt Road. We bring a new level of modern senior living with stress-free warmth, charm and comfort to assisted living and memory care. We are an active, vibrant residence that's complete with unsurpassed...
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Very friendly staff, very helpful. Lots of activities every day. The shared rooms are adequate. The private room is very large and roomy.
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.
Annapolitan Assisted Living is one of Annapolis' premier assistedliving communities. We offer independent living for all of our residents,regardless of their need for assistance. Our residents live in their ownapartments in a community of their peers. What they do, how and when theydo it is...
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1111 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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We find the staff to be very willing to accommodate special requests such as my mother's dietary needs. Although not perfect, they are very willing to put together care needs programs to meet the resident's...
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.
Morningside House of Laurel is an assisted living community located in Laurel, Maryland in Prince George's County and home to just over 25,000 people. Laurel is a quiet town close to Baltimore and D.C. and residents will be able to take trips to shows, events and concerts. Residents will also be...
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Staff is friendly and helpful. The staff they have seem to want to genuinely help. They're responsive too if you have an inquiry. Facility is clean and lacks odors that would imply otherwise. Typically has...
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.
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue has been serving the Nation's Capital with quality assisted living and memory care programs since 2003. We are conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants, museums and shopping. Our tenured leadership team has...
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I've found the staff always willing to assist my friend there. I've never observed a frown from them when asked to help with bathing or cleaning the room. They interact with all patients and know their...
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 of Annapolis is conveniently located on Bestgate Road in Annapolis, close to Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis Mall and scenic historic Annapolis. We pride ourselves in having a truly caring staff that has served our seniors for many years and have been awarded the 'Best Assisted...
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11 Floor plan available
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My father was a resident at Brookdale Dover for 6 years. During his stay he was well cared for. His medications were dispensed. All meals provided. Housekeeping kept his apt. clean and tidy. The staff was...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
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Care staff are great....[names removed] were amazing.....but not overly impressed with management staff....[names removed] were very caring....the med techs were both caring and loving....so everything was...
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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City! Our approach to Assisted Living includes a variety of services - from independent living to adaptive personal assistance; from dementia care to short-term stays. This flexibility allows us to continually meet the changing needs of our...
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It's a nice facility and has some really great workers that really care about the people. But it's a little older facility and I have some minor issues with the business office. But not bad or horrible
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.
Located on almost 8 wooded acres just off Lakeside Boulevard on Atrium Court in Owings Mills, Maryland, you will find Atrium Village; a retirement community where you can choose from a wide array of lifestyle options. Designed for those who want companionship and amenities with a hospitality...
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Photo of Heartlands Assisted Living at Severna Park
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They had lots of music each week. The nurses and aids were extremely caring. There was times though when I felt my Mom needed to be checked on more often. The food was delicious and the administrators and...
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.
Welcome to HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community! Our gracious, upscale community, only 15 minutes from historic Annapolis, is nestled in a wooded lot with an impeccably maintained building and grounds. We offer 24-hour nursing and staff, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with...
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Photo of Milford Place
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I found Milford Place to be a fine place to care for my mother during her final months. Care and service were consistent. Staff and administration were very responsive, communicative and caring. I would not...
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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Photo of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community
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9.1
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There has been a complete turnover of staff just in the last week. I was responding based on on the previous staff. I have not met the new people yet. As for the facility, it's very clean and there are a lot...
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.
We believe that Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Wilshire Estates, our management teams...
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Photo of Regency Park Assisted Living Facility
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It was a great place for her- the one in Gambrills. For my mom who was at times anxious, low functioning and psychotic at times- this place really took care of her. The staff was so nice to her as well; I...
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.
We would love to welcome you to Regency Park Senior Living Community. Located on Rt. 3 South we are less than two miles from Crofton’s popular shopping and dining area. Our one level home is easy for residents to maneuver when joining friends for meals, going to an activity, or resting by the...
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Photo of Symphony Manor
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9.0
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Covid and Mom's need for more care dictated a cross country move from Maryland to stay with my husband and me in California. After several years and her longing for home, my brother in Texas and I decided...
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.
Situated in the first planned suburban community in North America with a view of the historic Roland Park Water Tower, Symphony Manor of Roland Park is a bright, boutique-style senior living community. Our community is conveniently located near Union Memorial Hospital, John Hopkins Hospital and...
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The sense of community at The Charleston is palpable. My great aunt has formed meaningful friendships, and the staff works really hard to cultivate a family-like atmosphere. Special events and outings...
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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Photo of Independence Court of Hyattsville
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33 Floor plans available
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I really liked the cleanliness, friendliness, and the quality of care that my mom received while she was there. An improvement would be to provide beds with rails or some sort of cushions to help prevent...
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.
Independence Court of Hyattsville is an elegant assisted living home that is available to residents who are looking for a peaceful place to live. This community offers its residents access to the historic city of Hyattsville, MD. Guests of the residents of this community will find that they have...
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Photo of Sunrise of Severna Park
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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.
Our beautiful, 10 acre campus is conveniently located within walking distance of the Severna Park Community Center, the public library, Woods Memorial Church and many other popular shops and restaurants. Our community consists of an independent living, assisted living and a specialized...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Queenstown Landing and the facility was spotless. The staff was friendly and they were very accommodating. They tried to make all of the activities special,...
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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Photo of Malta House
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All categories get a 5 except for #6 food. That would be 3-4 based on what my cousin has said about it. Overall, Malta House has been an excellent choice for her. This is a small community and the staff is...
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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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights
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5 for staff, 1 for sales team. They were helpful getting us in the door, but were not transparent about all costs, felt very al a carte and felt like a bait and switch operation to get our money and get us...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides personal care in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Photo of Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City
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The staff was not able to find my brother a room that he is in only temporarily. The original room was given to someone else. Other than that the staff is very nice and tries to be accommodating.
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 HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community and Howard County's premier rental retirement community. We are the only community in the county that offers cottages and apartments. Located on 48 picturesque acres near historic Ellicott City, we are close to antique and specialty...
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I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care provided to my gmom during her time at Lorien Bel Air. The compassion, kindness, and professionalism demonstrated by the entire staff were...
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.
Hello there! Welcome to Lorien Bel Air! We are one of 9 Lorien Health Service communities that operate exclusively in the state of Maryland. Lorien believes in providing each of our residents a positive experience. At each Lorien Facility, we believe in enhancing the quality of life to our...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living at Woodholme Crossing
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The community is great. Very welcoming, kind, and helpful. Dining is also great, with a cute little eating area. Staff are helpful and have daily meetings to go over the needs of staff. There's a ton of...
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.
With more help, if you need it, it’s good to be home.Here you get to redefine your independence, build new friendships and explore new hobbies. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. So go ahead and play bingo or join your new friends for...
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Photo of Inspirations Bayside Assisted Living and Memory Care
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All 5s except I really can't answer on the food. My mom don't like but she didn't like it at Morningside either. She is kinda a miserable person who hates everything. The price is more affordable than 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.
The Woodlands Assisted Living offers seniors the best of everything: a hotel-like atmosphere with family caregivers. We are a 70-unit assisted living center, located in the Baltimore area, nestled among four acres of serene woods. Our Spacious dining room and community area encourages the...
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For the value for cost, its peace of mind and expensive. However, I would say the community feels friendly, caring and understanding. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on 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.
Welcome to Charter Senior Living of Bowie, our beautiful, home-like setting, conveniently located between Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington D.C., with easy access from major freeways and nestled in front of a golf course, you find private studio suites, single floor living areas, beautiful...
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The food choices could be improved one but I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Harmony Hall assisted living has been a landmark in Howard County for over a quarter of a century. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence for, our philosophy encourages our residents to thrive and embrace a care free lifestyle, while receiving all the care they need at any...
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Cost of independent living in Hickory Thicket, MD

The average cost of senior living in Hickory Thicket is $3,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Edgewood, MD with an average of $2,874 per month.

Independent living costs in Hickory Thicket, MD, vs. nearby cities

Hickory Thicket, MD
$3,816/mo
$3,846/mo

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

Hickory Thicket, MD
$3,816/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Independent living costs in Hickory Thicket, MD, vs. other senior living options

$6,305/mo
Independent Living
$3,816/mo

Independent living costs in Hickory Thicket, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,460/mo
Studio
$6,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,495/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,910/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Hickory Thicket 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: Hickory Thicket, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHickory Thicket, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,816/mo$3,785/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$5,857/mo$5,156/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$6,305/mo$6,170/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Hickory Thicket, MD:$3,816/mo
Maryland:$3,785/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Hickory Thicket, MD:$5,857/mo
Maryland:$5,156/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Hickory Thicket, MD:$6,305/mo
Maryland:$6,170/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Hickory Thicket

Recent reviews for independent living in Hickory Thicket

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Park View at Fullerton in Baltimore, MD

5.0
It's been a 5 for the most part.The staff is very friendly. My friend is social, he's meeting new people and getting to know them. One suggestion is if they could install ceiling fans that would be nice.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Well-maintained dining facilities and delicious meals. Many reviews praise the high-quality meals and attractive dining areas at various communities. For example, at The Gardens of Annapolis, residents enjoy their meals in the renovated dining room, which has been closed since COVID-19 but is expected to reopen soon. At Residences at Vantage Poin ...
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Friendly and helpful staff members. Several reviews mention the kind and attentive nature of the staff in different communities. For instance, at Meadowcrest at Middletown, the staff prioritize the residents' comfort despite the business's need to make a profit. At The Gardens of Annapolis, the friendly and helpful staff make ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Throughout the reviews, residents express enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at communities. For example, at Harmony at Kent, residents are constantly busy with activities like casino trips, card games, and wine nights. At Harmony at Kent, residents also enjoy outings to nearb ...
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Access to modern amenities. Modern amenities are highlighted in several reviews as a desirable feature at communities. At Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community, residents appreciate the inclusive price for the apartment and the availability of a washer/dryer in each unit. At Meadowcrest at Middletown, the comm ...
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Sense of community and companionship. Reviews often mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at communities, where residents make new friends and form deep connections. For example, at Residences at Vantage Point CCRC, residents serve on various committees and take pride in their community. At The Gardens of Annapolis, resident ...
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Responsive management and maintenance teams. Reviews consistently mention the prompt and effective communication between residents and management/maintenance teams at various communities. For instance, at Bedford Court, a CCRC, the staff are attentive to residents' needs, and at The Gardens of Annapolis, they respond quickly when issue ...
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Hickory Thicket independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hickory Thicket independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hickory Thicket, 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 Hickory Thicket 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 Hickory Thicket partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hickory Thicket, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.5%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
26%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.8%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Hickory Thicket 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 Hickory Thicket communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hickory Thicket, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.1%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hickory Thicket 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 Hickory Thicket offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hickory Thicket, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19.3%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.1%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.8%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.8%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.9%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.2%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Chevy Chase, The Skybridge at Town Center and Fox Hill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hickory Thicket, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 411 independent living facilities near Hickory Thicket, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Hickory Thicket, Maryland are Paul Spring Community, Morningside House of Friendship and Brighton Gardens of Columbia. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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