Best Independent Living in Salisbury, MD

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 independent living communities in Salisbury, 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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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
Share of residents reported as White in the state-published race/ethnicity breakdown for this facility, shown as a whole-number percent. Parsed from the same source as the profile demographics section.
Share of residents reported as African American or Black in the state breakdown, shown as a whole-number percent. Labels in the raw data are normalized to this bucket for compare.
Share of residents aged 65–74 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
Share of residents aged 75–84 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
Share of residents aged 85–94 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
Share of residents aged 95 or older in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
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
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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.

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.

Lakeside At Mallard Landing
IL
AL
MC
RC
Salisbury (Nevins Addition)
92
Facility 92
MD AVG 86
Rank #28 / 74
No
8
Facility 8
MD AVG 49
Rank #159 / 169
Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MD AVG 24
Rank #21 / 45
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Commonwealth at Salisbury
IL
AL
MC
RC
Salisbury
81
Facility 81
MD AVG 86
Rank #35 / 74
Yes
7
Facility 7
MD AVG 49
Rank #161 / 169
-
21
Facility 21
MD AVG 24
Rank #26 / 45
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Summersgate Active Lifestyle Community
IL
Salisbury (Nevins Addition)
-No
46
Facility 46
MD AVG 49
Rank #93 / 169
Villa Homes / Condominium----------

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MD independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Salisbury. See how we rank facilities

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.

Price range $183 - $257/Day

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Overview of Lakeside at Mallard Landing

Lakeside at Mallard Landing offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Salisbury, MD. Assisted living includes help with bathing, dressing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover. Having four care types in one community can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since they may be able to change care levels without leaving the community or starting over socially. The community has 92 beds in the Nevins Addition neighborhood, with suites, one bedroom options, and two bedroom options; a two bedroom layout can accommodate a couple moving together.

The listed starting price for an apartment is $187 per day. That gives families a daily figure for estimating the housing cost.

$187/Day

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Overview of Commonwealth at Salisbury

Commonwealth at Salisbury offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Salisbury, MD. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or needs to recover.

The community has 81 beds, with a starting price of $3,350 to give families an initial figure for budgeting a placement. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when they move in.

Farm to table dining and chef prepared meals make prepared food part of each day. Daily activities, trips, social programs, and transportation support participation in organized events and outings, while rehabilitation services and short term rehab address temporary rehabilitation needs. The range of care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time and who may be able to move between levels without leaving the community.

Starting Price $3,350/Month

Contact Commonwealth at Salisbury

Overview of Summersgate Active Lifestyle Community

Summersgate Active Lifestyle Community is a luxury 55+ community in Salisbury, MD that provides a relaxing backdrop for active residents. The community is designed to provide low-maintenance accommodations and an array of excellent amenities for residents’ convenience. Residences here are beautifully designed with convenient access to mini parks, ponds, and relaxing balconies for enjoying the views.

Residents here can visit the SummerGate clubhouse filled with vibrant amenities like a game room, business center, bar area, and heated outdoor pool. With a well-equipped fitness center and multipurpose activity room, residents are encouraged to maintain an active lifestyle. Relaxing common spaces are also available to foster meaningful interactions and connections, making residents’ stay here more enjoyable.

Contact Summersgate Active Lifestyle Community

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

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
02

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
03

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
04

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
05

Community Stability 10%

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

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

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
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Independent Living in Salisbury at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 33/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Salisbury, MD. 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: 74The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Salisbury, MD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Salisbury, MD

What is the average cost of independent living in Salisbury, MD?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Salisbury, MD is approximately $1,870. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Salisbury, MD?

Independent living in Salisbury, MD typically ranges from $495 - $4,840 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 independent living communities in Salisbury, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Salisbury, MD?

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 Salisbury, MD, 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 Salisbury, MD?

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.