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The cost of independent living in Bowie is about $4,306 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 23 options. Read 400 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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I don't live near the facility but my sister that lives in the area does. She believes since [name removed] left, the facility management has decreased. I believe all facilities have some problems. You just...
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 at the new Melford Town Center, Tribute at Melford offers a living experience that combines easy access to modern conveniences with the peacefulness of suburban living. Resting on the edge of Globecom Wildlife Management Area, the community provides assisted living and memory care...
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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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55 Floor plans available
8.5
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They were great. Facility was pretty and Victorian. People working were gentle and caring and knew how to speak to my mom to gain trust and do what they needed her to do.
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.
Our community in Bowie, Md., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career...
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8.3
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Ramp up costs as a whole came as a surprise to me. We went from injury recovery to memory care in less than 15-days. Deposits, purchases of furniture, move-in expenses, establishing routines in a new...
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.
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The staff was enormously helpful with getting everything approved and set up prior to moving in. Once moved in, all communication seemed to cease. As there was no follow-up once settled. Our move-in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
THE SKY BRIDGE AT TOWN CENTERChoose between two distinct communities in Largo Town Center.Immerse yourself in a setting where positive energy and never-ending opportunities for exploration meet. Let every day be filled with excitement and unforgettable experiences. We know that not everyone’s...
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88 reviews
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Be present. Work with the staff and communication your family members needs/requirements. Know your family members abilities and health needs, likes and dislikes.
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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9.2
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24 reviews
9.2
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The aids, front line staff, and med techs all know the residents, and they really reach out and care for them. It's a warm and caring atmosphere. The management communicates well if there is an issue. 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.
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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55 Floor plans available
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8.7
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24 reviews
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24 reviews
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We are very pleased with Spring Arbor. My mom has a one bedroom. The rooms are large enough for almost all her furniture. This has made it really feel like home. The bathroom is very large as well. The staff...
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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7.8
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The facilities are very nice, the staff is doing their best but more care takers are needed per floor, the very friendly and concerned executive director suddenly left and the quality has diminished.
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 Waugh Chapel offers assisted living and dementia care in Gambrills, Maryland. We honor individuality and celebrate each person’s unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and caring...
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I'am very satisfied with my move to this community. It has worked out very well. They do a good job with making sure the community and grounds are well maintained. I love the activities offered. The staff is...
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.
The Willows are a senior housing community located in the green leafy, neighborhoods of Bowie, Prince George's County, Maryland. The breathtaking landscape and the peacefulness of our community is set to offer nothing short of satisfaction and peace of mind to our residents. Our community takes...
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My loved one's stay is going wonderfully at Pin Oak! The facility is kept very nice and the staff is very friendly. Within the facility, there is a movie theater, hair salon, and many other amazing...
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.
Located in Bowie, Prince George's County, Maryland, Pin Oak Village is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older in a cozy and peaceful neighborhood. Pin Oak Village is located with easy access to nearby restaurants, senior centers, shopping centers, the Metro rail,...
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My mom has lived in this community for a few years now, and receives exceptional care. She loves the staff and they're friendly.
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 W Assisted Living is located in Upper Marlboro, MD, a place that is special to visit and great to call home. This bright and sunny community is situated in a peaceful area with a great small town atmosphere. In addition to offering a peaceful location, a bright and sunny building, and a...
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I've had all good experiences. If something needs to be addressed, they get right on it. They are practicing safety procedures with good Covid protocol. There are areas that are closed to keep everyone...
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.
Park View at Bladensburg 4202 58th Avenue Bladensburg, Maryland 20710 Fashioned for adults ages 55 or better, at Park View at Bladensburg you have the best of both worlds: peace-of-mind that comes with living in a senior-friendly community and many opportunities to enjoy exciting social and...
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My Dad was the first group to move in when it was first built. He loved living there. He had a 1 bedroom. He loved living there. He made his own meals had his independence had fun sitting outside...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
2017 Best of Senior Living in Edgewater, MD by SeniorAdvisor.com Victoria Park at Edgewater offers quality senior living exclusively for ages 62 and over seeking convenience and a sense of community. Details have been designed into the 102 one- and two-bedroom apartment homes with an eye to...
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My loved one, [name removed], came to Brightview from another facility. I knew neither he nor I could stay there another day and it was with great happiness we made the move to Brightview, South River,...
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.
Experience something new every day at Brightview South River. Begin your morning with a breakfast served to you in our restaurant-quality dining room, check your email in our media room, followed by a game of cards in one of our many living room areas. Participate in one of the many events...
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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.
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.
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Vistas at Lake LargoThe Vistas at Lake Largo is a premier senior housing community located in Largo, MD in Prince George’s County. This thriving town, just minutes outside Washington D.C., offers plenty to see and do. Football fans can enjoy a Washington Redskins game at FedEx Field while...
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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.
Life begins at 55 at Jericho Residences Brand New Luxury 55 And Better Apartment Community...Deluxe Kitchens with Designer Countertops and Black GE Appliances...Washer and Dryer in Every Apartment Home Jericho Residences is now leasing! We are conveniently located near I-495 and Largo Town Center...
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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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Bowie, MD

The average cost of senior living in Bowie is $4,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Meade, MD with an average of $3,912 per month.

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

Bowie, MD
$4,306/mo
$4,483/mo
$4,875/mo

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

Bowie, MD
$4,306/mo
U.S. national average
$4,129/mo

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

$6,667/mo
Independent Living
$4,306/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,497/mo
Studio
$6,153/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,580/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,065/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Bowie over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Bowie

Recent reviews for independent living in Bowie

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Victory Terrace in Potomac, MD

5.0
Victory Terrace Senior Apartments have been a wonderful experience so far for my mom. The staff is friendly and helpful. It is a beautiful community with well-kept landscaping in a breathtaking neighborhood. My mom is an active 84 and this lifestyle suits her well. She still enjoys making her ...
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Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I enjoy dining in our Fireside Dining Room, The Bistro and The Pub. The food is well prepared, presented in an attractive fashion, and is exceptional. The atmospheres of the venues are unique. I particularly enjoy the specials which are offered each night. The variety of the Seafood/Fish ...
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Bowie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bowie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bowie, 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 Bowie 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 Bowie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Bowie 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 Bowie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
36.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
40.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.7%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bowie 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 Bowie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bowie, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.3%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.1%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.9%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.9%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.6%
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The Skybridge at Town Center, Fox Hill and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated independent living facilities near Bowie, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 23 independent living facilities near Bowie, Maryland. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Bowie, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Sunrise of Chevy Chase and Bedford Court, a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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