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Active Retirement Community in Adamstown, MD

Live the Life You Love at Buckingham’s Choice

3200 Baker Cir, Adamstown, MD 21710 Get Directions

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Mountain Views and Country Quiet Within Reach of Frederick.

Buckingham’s Choice pairs the open scenery of southern Frederick County with a retirement lifestyle built around choice. Apartments and cottages share a 42-acre setting of trails, a private pond and mountain views, while dining, fitness and social programs keep daily life close and convenient.

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Diane Brown Buckingham’s Choice Resident

“I can’t say enough good things about Buckingham’s Choice and how welcoming and friendly everyone is. It’s really like a little village.”

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Robert Jensen Buckingham’s Choice Resident

“If we have any home maintenance issues, it’s someone else’s problem! You make one phone call and let them deal with it. It's a big relief."

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Benefits of this Adamstown Retirement Community’s Amenities

Good Mornings. Full Days. The Kind of Life You Earned.

Life here can feel spacious without becoming isolated. Residents have varied home styles, outdoor activities and shared social spaces, plus transportation for selected needs beyond campus.

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Cottages With Added Independence

A broad cottage selection offers private entrances, patios, sunrooms and layouts suited to different space needs.

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Apartments Near Community Activity

Apartment residences place dining, programs and other central amenities within convenient reach.

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Sugarloaf and Catoctin Views

The mountain backdrop gives the formal restaurant and campus grounds a distinctive Frederick County setting.

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Walking Trails and a Private Pond

Nature paths and water views create everyday reasons to spend time outdoors.

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More Than 30 Floor Plans

Choices range from right-sized apartments to cottages exceeding 3,000 square feet.

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Transportation Beyond Campus

Scheduled transportation can simplify trips for shopping, appointments and recreation.

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Frederick Close By

Historic streets, restaurants, arts, and events are available without living in the center of the city.

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Health Services on the Same Campus

Five signature care options can support residents and qualifying direct-admission guests as needs change.

Why Choose Acts Retirement-Life Communities?

50 + Years
Not-for-Profit Excellence
96 %
Resident Satisfaction
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See the Mountain Setting for Yourself.

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Floor Plans

Apartment Convenience and Cottage Space in One Community.

Buckingham’s Choice offers more than 30 layouts, including apartments and cottages in different sizes. Select cottage plans feature patios, sunrooms, oversized closets, and updated interiors. Best of all, moving is made easy thanks to a partnership with LivNow Relocaiton.

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Retirement Community Pricing in Adamstown

Predictable Costs for the Rest of Your Life, No Matter What Changes.

Current entrance and monthly fees make more sense when reviewed beside included services and the understanding of prepaid health support.

Plus residents average 39 to 41 percent in tax deductions on fees as a prepaid medical expense. And if savings are ever outlived through no fault of your own, the Acts Samaritan Fund ensures you are never asked to leave.

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Adamstown Senior Health Services

Support That Evolves with Your Needs.

Care at Buckingham’s Choice ranges from day-to-day personal assistance to advanced nursing and memory support. Rehabilitation and temporary caregiver-relief stays add options for recovery or a shorter period of help.

Get the Care You Need

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Assisted Living

Personal support for everyday activities.

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Skilled Nursing

Continuous professional nursing resources.

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Memory Care

Individualized cognitive support and engagement.

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Rehabilitation Therapy

Three therapy disciplines for recovery.

Adamstown Retirement Community FAQs

Useful Details About Buckingham’s Choice.

Current options include apartments near central amenities and a large collection of cottages in varied sizes.

Outdoor amenities include walking trails, a private pond and broad views toward Sugarloaf and the Catoctin Mountains.

The community is in Adamstown, within convenient reach of downtown Frederick and its dining, shopping and cultural destinations.

Transportation is provided for shopping, appointments, recreation, and other scheduled trips.

Yes. Five signature services are provided including assisted living and skilled nursing care.

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