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What we like the most about the community is the staff and residents, they are joyful. Great variety of activities! Yes, we would absolutely recommend Spring Arbor of Winchester t 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.
Spring Arbor - Winchester is in the historic town Winchester, Virginia and is an assisted living residence. Spring Arbor boasts colonial style architecture and is located just south of the Northwest Pike aka highway 50, just west the intersection of highway 37. It is only a couple of blocks from...
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The initial experience at Richland Woods with my mother residing in a studio apartment and my father who was visiting daily did have a rocky start on the nursing front. In short from providing lengthy...
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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5 - the facilities and staff are outstanding - they do a great job of keeping the residents engaged in a lot of different activities. I would highly recommend Colonial Courtyard
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 Colonial Courtyard at Bedford is ideally situated for senior citizens who are still young enough to enjoy what the great outdoors has to offer. Set against a lovely mountainous backdrop in central Pennsylvania, it is senior living for the nature lover at its very best! Known for gorgeous...
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They provided a clean safe upscale environment for my Aunt and Mother. The Staff there are incredible, i wouldn't hesitate to use them
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.
McCullough Place is an assisted living community located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. We are just south of Stackhouse Park and within easy driving distance of Palo Duro Canyon and Panhandle Plains Historical Museum. We offer sightseeing trips to both of those locations as well as transportation to...
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After touring several options, we chose Heritage Ridge for my mom’s independent living, and it’s been the best decision we’ve made. The community is warm, vibrant, and beautifully maintained, offering the...
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.
The senior living community of Heritage Ridge Senior Living at Johnstown, formerly the Lutheran Home at Johnstown, has been a part of the Westmont community and Johnstown area since 1960.Our continuing care facility offers Independent living, Personal Care, and Skilled Nursing. Aging in place...
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The staff is typically very responsive and helpful. Think they could sometimes do more to try to engage my Mom in activities- would also like more proactive communication and updates on the status of her....
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.
Marquis Place is located on the west side of Uniontown, Pennsylvania, just south of Uniontown Mall. Our beautiful community is surrounded by trees which most residents will be able to enjoy from their apartments. Other residents may have a view of our large enclosed courtyard. Our full time...
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My sister is loving The Kensington senior living house in Cumberland, Maryland the people there keep us very informed. If something happens to my sister they call immediately she got Covid. I was called and...
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.
Nestled in the Allegheny Mountains near the source of the Potomac River, The Kensington stands as proud testament to Cumberland's storied past. When it opened in 1926, the Algonquin Hotel was well known for its elegance and hospitality. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, it's...
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Everyone is super friendly, place always clean, and care given great. Better than her previous place in our opinion. I would recommend Monarch Meadows to others.
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.
Monarch Meadow, LLC, is co-owned by husband and wife team Dan & Katie Vivian, who have combined 40+ years of caring experience. Dan, the Administrator, has extensive experience in dementia care, and Katie, BSN,RN,CIC, specializes in Home Care & Infection Prevention. She has a...
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The staff are friendly and helpful. The food seems really well made and they have a really nice kitchen. The residents all seem pretty content and the cost is unbeatable. It seems more like a communal...
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 Johnstown, Pennsylvania Harmony House Manor senior living community is a haven of peace and tranquility. It is located in a safe area that is ideal for seniors. It is also located near Conemaugh Valley Memorial Hospital which is a top notch hospital in Pennsylvania. The residents...
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The main reason we chose Ligonier Gardens over other facilities we looked at was the location … her hometown is Ligonier and most of my brothers and I still live there.. she also knows several people who are...
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.
LIGONIER GARDENS Some life choices such as where to live and with whom one chooses to spend their time define life. Moving from one’s home to a personal care facility is such a choice. For most considering a personal care facility as a new home, accommodations, safety, atmosphere and...
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My mom was no longer able to safety stay at home by herself. We toured a few assisted living facilities and found Westmont Woods to be a good fit. The staff is friendly and helpful. When I have questions....
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.
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My mother is currently a resident at Woodcrest Senior Living Community and this facility has been great for her. It's an amazing place! I would recommend this facility to anyone.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
Assisted Living at Frostburg The Assisted Living at Frostburg residence is located in the quaint town of Frostburg, MD. The Frostburg community is known for its commitment to the arts and nature. There are a number of venues, such as the Arts and Entertainment district, which will allow you to...
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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.
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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
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.
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
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
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: 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 View is 55 or better Senior Community. Newly built with luxuriously appointed décor and modern amenities in a country setting! Mountain views and small town living at an affordable price. Property manager has 25 + years experience in housing for seniors.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of independent living in Ocean, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ocean is $2,865 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frostburg, MD with an average of $2,682 per month.

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

Ocean, MD
$2,865/mo
$2,790/mo
$2,849/mo

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

Ocean, MD
$2,865/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,480/mo
Independent Living
$2,865/mo

Independent living costs in Ocean, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,245/mo
Studio
$4,109/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,613/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,755/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,000/mo

Senior living costs in Ocean 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: Ocean, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOcean, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$2,865/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,415/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,480/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ocean, MD:$2,865/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ocean, MD:$3,415/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Ocean, MD:$3,480/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Ocean

Recent reviews for independent living in Ocean

Monarch Meadow in Uniontown, PA

4.0
They try to provide as good as care as possible. No where is a perfect place. No one is neglected. If you want 1 to 1 care your not looking in the right place. You should hire a personal care assistant just for your loved one. We picked this community because it is clean, friendly, and offers ...
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Siemon's Heritage Personal Care Home in Somerset, PA

5.0
I could not have been more pleased. I am very happy with the facility and the care provided to my mom, I was very blessed to have chosen this community.

McCullough Place in Johnstown, PA

5.0
McCullough Place, from my initial visit, has gone beyond my expectations in assisted-living. The staff is helpful, cheerful and accommodating. The facility is clean and well-designed. A passive glance from a large, elderly dog who occupies a spot in the front entranceway always makes one ...
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Ocean independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ocean independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ocean, 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 Ocean 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 Ocean partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ocean, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ocean 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 Ocean communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ocean, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ocean 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 Ocean offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ocean, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.2%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
24.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
12.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.4%
47%
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Spring Arbor of Winchester, Richland Woods Assisted Living and Colonial Courtyard At Bedford are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ocean, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 60 independent living facilities near Ocean, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Ocean, Maryland is Richland Woods Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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