Page 3 of Best Independent Living in Maryland

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 172 independent living communities in MD using MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MD

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Jordan Weiss, PhD

Last updated

Oct 2026

We analyzed

172 homes

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Info below is compiled from the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.


Maplewood Park Place	IL AL MC NH SNF	Bethesda (Pooks Hill)	29 Facility 29 MD AVG 86 Rank #62 / 74	Yes	38 Facility 38 MD AVG 49 Rank #108 / 169	1 Bed / 2 Bed	30 Facility 30 MD AVG 24 Rank #17 / 45	-	18% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (82% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	82% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 82% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	100% White Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.	-	6% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.	24% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 24% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.	71% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 71% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities.
Brightview Columbia	IL AL MC	Columbia	80 Facility 80 MD AVG 86 Rank #36 / 74	Yes	26 Facility 26 MD AVG 49 Rank #131 / 169	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	4 Facility 4 MD AVG 24 Rank #44 / 45	-	32% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 32% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (68% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	68% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 68% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	93% White Residents — State Benchmarked 93% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	7% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 7% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.	0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.	14% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 14% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living.	34% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 34% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs.	39% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 39% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm.	13% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community	IL AL MC NH SNF	Salisbury	49 Facility 49 MD AVG 86 Rank #50 / 74	No	71 Facility 71 MD AVG 49 Rank #33 / 169	-	-	-	60% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 60% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. An unusually high male share for assisted living, where most facilities skew heavily female.	40% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 40% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. An unusually low female share — most assisted living facilities have 65–75% female residents.	97% White Residents — State Benchmarked 97% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	3% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 3% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.	7% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 7% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	40% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 40% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities.	33% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 33% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community.	17% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 17% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Brightview Avondell	IL AL	Bel Air	36 Facility 36 MD AVG 86 Rank #57 / 74	Yes	19 Facility 19 MD AVG 49 Rank #139 / 169	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	19 Facility 19 MD AVG 24 Rank #30 / 45	-	31% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	69% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	96% White Residents — State Benchmarked 96% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	4% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 4% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (4%).	-	12% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 12% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.	77% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 77% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.	12% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 12% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Friends House Retirement Community	IL AL CCRC NH SNF	Sandy Spring	24 Facility 24 MD AVG 86 Rank #63 / 74	Yes	6 Facility 6 MD AVG 49 Rank #165 / 169	-	20 Facility 20 MD AVG 24 Rank #28 / 45	-	6% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (94% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	94% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 94% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	94% White Residents — State Benchmarked 94% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	6% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (6%).	6% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	18% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.	53% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 53% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.	24% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 24% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities.
Oak Crest Village	IL AL MC NH	Parkville	183 Facility 183 MD AVG 86 Rank #5 / 74	Yes	86 Facility 86 MD AVG 49 Rank #20 / 169	-	31 Facility 31 MD AVG 24 Rank #15 / 45	A+	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Dixon House	IL AL MC	Easton	19 Facility 19 MD AVG 86 Rank #64 / 74	No	80 Facility 80 MD AVG 49 Rank #27 / 169	Private Rooms	-	-	25% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 25% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (75% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	75% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 75% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	100% White Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American.	19% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 19% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A higher share of younger seniors often signals a more independent, active resident community with lower acuity care needs.	6% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket.	63% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 63% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs.	13% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Brooke Grove Retirement Village	IL AL CCRC MC NH RC SNF	Sandy Spring	190 Facility 190 MD AVG 86 Rank #4 / 74	Yes	7 Facility 7 MD AVG 49 Rank #161 / 169	Private Rooms	13 Facility 13 MD AVG 24 Rank #35 / 45	A+	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Kensington Park – Groves & Woodlands	IL AL MC	Kensington	160 Facility 160 MD AVG 86 Rank #7 / 74	Yes	91 Facility 91 MD AVG 49 Rank #12 / 169	-	33 Facility 33 MD AVG 24 Rank #14 / 45	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Brightview Crofton Riverwalk	IL AL MC	Crofton	92 Facility 92 MD AVG 86 Rank #28 / 74	Yes	45 Facility 45 MD AVG 49 Rank #94 / 169	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	6 Facility 6 MD AVG 24 Rank #42 / 45	-	27% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 27% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (73% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	73% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 73% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates.	0% White Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A lower White share than the Maryland average — the community may draw a more diverse resident mix relative to other facilities in Maryland.	0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely.	100% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Other (100%).	-	-	-	-

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Overview of Maplewood Park Place

Maplewood Park Place offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Bethesda, MD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and the combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

With 29 beds, Maplewood Park Place is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. One bedroom and two bedroom residences are available, including a two bedroom option for a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The listed starting price is $318 to $407 per day for a private room, giving families a daily amount to budget rather than a monthly starting figure.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs anything from independent living to nursing care, including a resident whose needs may increase over time or a family needing a short respite stay.

In the Pooks Hill neighborhood, the Walk Score is 38, an officially car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Complimentary transportation takes residents to shopping centers and doctors’ offices, so those trips do not require arranging a separate ride.

Residents can use the fitness center, heated indoor pool, whirlpool, and library. Entertainment, arts, nature excursions, and wellness opportunities offer additional ways to spend time on site or take part in organized activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community.

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Price range $318 - $407/Day

Overview of Brightview Columbia

Brightview Columbia offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Columbia, MD. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care types in one community can suit a resident whose support needs may change over time, rather than requiring a move if more help becomes necessary.

Brightview Columbia has 80 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing options. The two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together, while daily rates range from $271 to $295 for a private room and from $350 to $393 for an apartment, giving families a way to compare costs by accommodation type. Brightview Senior Living operates the community. Chef prepared meals use menus shaped around local cuisine and resident interests, and pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them.

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Price range $271 - $295/Day

Overview of John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community

John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Salisbury, MD. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps an apartment, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, and having several care levels in one community can allow a resident whose needs grow to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

The community has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private room rates are $183 to $257 per day, and apartment rates are $235 to $263 per day, with pricing organized by housing format rather than care level.

Medicaid is accepted, giving residents whose savings may not cover a long stay a payment option. A Walk Score of 71 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Harrison Senior Living operates John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community. It may suit someone who wants access to different levels of care in one community, including residents who may need more support over time.

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Price range $183 - $257/Day

Overview of Brightview Avondell

Brightview Avondell offers assisted living and independent living in Bel Air, MD. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care. Having both care levels can suit someone whose support needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 36 beds, placing it in the smaller-community range where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom apartment can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents can bring a pet when moving in.

Chef-prepared meals are served daily in a restaurant-style dining setting, giving residents an on-site place to eat without preparing meals in their apartments. An indoor pool, fitness center, community walking path, putting green, art studio, and woodshop offer spaces for exercise and creative or recreational activities. A beauty and barber shop provides on-site grooming. Outdoor spaces support exercise, dining, gardening, or relaxing.

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Price range $315 - $380/Day

Overview of Friends House Retirement Community

Friends House Retirement Community offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and continuing care retirement community services in Sandy Spring, MD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having these care levels together can allow a resident’s care to change without leaving the community.

There are 24 beds. Friends House Retirement Community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The starting rate is $220 per day for a private room and $180 per day for a semi-private room, so the listed difference is tied to the room type.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 4h 17m per resident per day, representing the combined daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. Friends House Retirement Community also lists activities, ArtSpace, Community Resources, and the Elephant Shop among its programs and amenities.

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$180/Day

Overview of Oak Crest Village

Oak Crest Village offers nursing home care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Parkville, MD. Nursing home care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, and memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering.

Having these care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without leaving the community. Respite care provides a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover. Oak Crest Village has 183 beds, giving families the facility’s stated capacity when considering placement.

A fitness center, aquatics center, and walking paths give residents on-site options for exercise and outdoor walking, while on-site dining provides meals within the community. Transportation is available, giving residents an option besides driving for trips outside the community. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in.

The area has a Walk Score of 86 out of 100 and is very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay is also accepted. Total nurse staffing is 4h 45m per resident per day, representing the total daily nurse time allocated per resident.

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Price range $246 - $443/Day

Overview of The Dixon House

Conveniently nestled in a quiet neighborhood in Easton, MD, The Dixon House provides a relaxing setting for those needing independent living and assisted living. Their bright and spacious accommodations are carefully designed to ensure residents feel safe with 24/7 access to a team of kind and reliable RNs and caregivers. With 24/7 certified nursing care, compassionate assistance with daily living activities, and medication management, the community ensures residents are well-equipped to maintain their health and well-being.

Dedicated to helping residents live a vibrant retirement life, the community provides a wide selection of exercise activities and recreational opportunities to keep them active and engaged. Residents’ nutrition is also closely monitored and maintained by servicing them well-balanced meals with accommodations for special diets. Thoughtful amenities like salon services, housekeeping, and maintenance, are also available to make residents’ living experience more enjoyable and convenient.

Price range $132 - $181/Day

Overview of Brooke Grove Retirement Village

ASSISTED LIVING AT BROOKEGROVE

NURTURING FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT, OF CHOICE, OF SELF-DISCOVERY

Nothing says “home” like a beloved pet greeting you … the aroma of baking brownies … the sound of a child laughing … and the many other comforting touches you’ll find in The Meadows and The Woods assisted living residences at Brooke Grove Retirement Village . Here, on a pastoral retreat in a convenient Montgomery County, Maryland, location, skilled assistance blends seamlessly with the welcome feeling of home.

… BECAUSE WHAT SURROUNDS YOU REALLY MATTERS.

AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO ASSISTED LIVING

Specifically designed for assisted living or memory support, each residential-style dwelling is home to only 16 residents. Over-sized windows and skylights allow natural light to warm and brighten each room. Community members gather in family rooms with fireplaces and pianos, game and craft rooms, intimate dining rooms and sunny decks.

Everything at Brooke Grove is intentionally designed to enhance lives. We do this through LIFE ® principles and programming we’ve developed to create the cheerful atmosphere, opportunities for individual discovery, partnership with families and enriching experiences that set us apart.

At Brooke Grove, safety and security are paramount but not confining. With easy access to large courtyards, residents move freely inside and out, visiting our neighborhood homes, strolling winding paths, and enjoying our peaceful wooded setting. An ornamental Koi pond, flower and sensory gardens, and a playground for visiting children charm and entertain.

Those who live here continue to grow and learn, to participate in lifelong hobbies and explore new ones, to love and care for one another, and to feel a sense of purpose with each new day.

ASSISTED LIVING AMENITIES & SERVICES

 Five different residential-style homes with secure and stimulating environments that promote independence and choice
 24-hour licensed, professional staff
 Assistance with daily living tasks such as dressing, bathing, eating and taking medications
 Specially trained staff educated in assisting people with memory loss
 Spacious, private rooms with sitting areas and private baths (some efficiencies available)
 Three wholesome meals a day with delicious options
 Innovative LIFE® enrichment programming with meaningful activities and off-site excursions
 Access to outdoor gardens, walking paths and fish pond
 Linen, laundry and housekeeping services
 Occupational, physical and speech therapies
 Chaplaincy services and spiritual programs for all faiths
 Priority access to Brooke Grove’s rehabilitation and long-term care
 Respite care to offer family members a break or a chance to experience Brooke Grove on a trial basis
 Full-time, licensed social worker

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Overview of Kensington Park – Groves & Woodlands

Kensington Park, Groves & Woodlands offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Kensington, MD. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living supports private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, and the range of care levels may allow a resident’s needs to grow without moving to another community.

The community has 160 beds, placing it among larger communities with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, giving residents access to rehabilitation support without arranging it elsewhere. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet along during the move, and a Walk Score of 91 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car for someone who no longer drives.

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Price range $157 - $283/Day

Overview of Brightview Crofton Riverwalk

Brightview Crofton Riverwalk is a mid-rise community at 1301 Clarity Dr in Crofton, Maryland, operated by Brightview Senior Living. It has been open for 6 years and holds 92 units in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations. The Walk Score is 45, which means a car is needed for most errands. Room pricing starts at $257 per day for a private room and $337 per day for an apartment.

Three care levels are offered under one roof: independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The memory care side includes a dedicated Alzheimer’s unit organized around mild, moderate, and severe care levels. Brightview’s branded Bright Minds Program runs alongside the clinical care model.

Respite care is available. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the community, and the facility has a hospice affiliation with Hospice of the Chesapeake. Pets are allowed.

The day-to-day environment is well-appointed. Chef-prepared meals are served in the main dining room, with a private dining room available for family occasions. The building includes a fitness center, library, arts and crafts room, and a full-service beauty and barber shop. An outdoor courtyard and a daily structured activity schedule round out the lifestyle infrastructure.

Brightview Crofton Riverwalk is a full-continuum Brightview Senior Living property: independent living through memory care, a structured Alzheimer’s program with three care levels, on-site hospice affiliation, and a complete amenity set, all in a mid-rise building in Crofton’s Anne Arundel County.

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Price range $257 - $364/Day

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these independent living communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other independent living communities in the same state — never against a different care type.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

Includes
Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

Includes
Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

Independent Living in Maryland at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Maryland. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 86The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maryland. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Maryland, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Maryland?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

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Resident & Family Experience 35%

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Community Stability 10%

Environment & Pricing 5%

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