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6451 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21212
4.7
(18 reviews)
"We toured Charter Senior Living of Towson. I liked the person that did the interview, she was wonderful and a very compassionate person. The location was a little too far for me to travel to visit, but I liked the place and everything it had to offer..."
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9900 Walther Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21234
4.5
(14 reviews)
"The Cottages of Perry Hall is always clean. It's individual cottages and there's 16 residents in each cottage. Every month the main room and the hallways are decorated for whatever holiday is that month. They're always changing, and it's always brigh..."
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1813 Old Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221
4.5
(10 reviews)
"I toured Lighthouse Senior at Living Hopkins Creek. It looked clean. It looked like the people that lived there were a tight-knit community, with a lot of activities. It looked good, but it's out of the price range. The staff was helpful. The facilit..."
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4304 Parkmont Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
4.6
(8 reviews)
"I went to Angel Core Home of Care. The common area was nice-sized and nicely furnished. The dining area was of pretty good size. The kitchen doesn't make much difference because she wouldn't be cooking. It had nice new flooring and the bedrooms were ..."
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1320 Windlass Drive, Baltimore, MD 21220
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Woodlands Assisted Living was very clean, very ornate, and very fancy on the inside, as far as the foyer went. It was very nice. The apartment was very clean and small. The good thing was it had its own bathroom and shower, which was very nice. The s..."
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4301 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
4.0
(11 reviews)
"My brother-in-law was at Symphony Manor for almost 2 years. EVERYDAY he got extraordinary care at every level. This is a place where staff took the time to get to know him (He had had a stroke), found out his needs, and loved him. He made special rel..."
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2902 Lyndhurst Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216
4.7
(4 reviews)
"Up & About care is a wonderful assisted living facility. The environment is very clean, and well kept. The staff are very welcoming, the residents look like they were enjoying themselves playing bingo...."
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4205 Liberty Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I went to Mabel's House Assisted Living. I like the way it was set up. They had a private room where you share. It was more home-like. It's very clean. They had enough people there to assist the seniors. I liked it a lot. It was very nice. The staff ..."
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3781 Ravenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I was nervous about finding a place for my mother, but when I found this one, I was so glad I did ! . Not only was my mother well cared for here, but the staff and owner of the facility made me feel very welcome . They were also very helpful in keepi..."
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2311 Roslyn Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216
4.0
(8 reviews)
"I went to Serenity Garden Manor and visited the assisted living, but they also provided memory care. I liked everything about it. I liked the neighborhood and how they had things set up. I had no negative things to say about the place. It was clean a..."
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1906 Cecil Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21218
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother has stayed there now for almost a year. Clean environment. Friendly staff. Happy we were able to get her in this place. ..."
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2814 Mohawk Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
3.8
(6 reviews)
"This facility is exceptionall! The staff works VERY close with us to ensure mom's care needs are handled. She wasn't very active, and veryy reluctant to transition into a facility. Now she's become a social butterfly! The place is beautiful, bright a..."
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2027 Woodbourne Ave, Baltimore, MD 21239
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Stewart Manor. They were lovely. Their facility was well-maintained. They only have like 5 or 6 residents. The husband and wife that ran that, were lovely individuals. Stewart Manor has both private and shared rooms. They have a backyard and..."
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4322 Glenmore Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Loving Care Assisted Living was great. This is the one that I would like to send my mother to. Jasmine was wonderful. She had a wonderful set-up. My mother enjoyed the people and staff that were there, including the residents. She had a great time. I..."
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4002 Mortimer Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I like Humble Hearts Assisted Living. It's on a nice quiet street. The gentleman who showed me around was very pleasant. He showed me all of the rooms and their security system. The necessary paperwork that they had to have was displayed. I like the ..."
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6616 O'Donnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured About That Life Assisted Living. I didn't go with anything else. I went because of the location and I liked the facility and it was very clean. The program, she ran it down to me, the things that my cousin would be doing, doctor's appointmen..."
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215 Audrey Ave, Baltimore, MD 21225
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I didn't feel Alma's Grace Assisted Living was a good fit for my mom. The majority of the residents were male. The rooms were satisfactory. The staff was helpful, but I really didn't stay long. It was a quaint house. I didn't have any problems other ..."
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2133 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21223
4.0
(1 reviews)
"We toured Care Transitions. The nurse, I think his name was Ryan. He was nice. Everything was clear like all her needs would be met. He was able to answer all of our questions. The room was nice. She was looking into a private room. It's a good space..."
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5500 Hilltop Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
" Our mission is to provide our residents with the highest level of care, unique to each individual's needs. To ensure the needs of our resid..."
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620 Glenwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21212
"Ideal Comfort Assisted Living offers assisted living and memory care services, in addition to offering up to Level 3 Care. We provide person..."
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Meagan
4.0
Review of Care Transitions
We toured Care Transitions. The nurse, I think his name was Ryan. He was nice. Everything was clear like all her needs would be met. He was able to answer all of our questions. The room was nice....
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Linda
3.0
Review of Newton Manor Assisted Living
My brother is in Newton Manor Assisted Living. He likes it there. It's a small space. It's a private home, and there are only maybe about five men there. He gets along with the men, and he's...
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Nina Robinson
5.0
Review of #1 Adoring Adult Care
I toured several AL homes for my grandmother and I must say this home is by far the best. The house is very spacious and clean. The residents are in shared rooms, however they have their own space...
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore City Division of Aging Services | 410-396-4932 | Maryland's Area Agencies on Aging are nonprofit organizations that support the needs of older adults, their families and caregivers across the state. They offer a range of services and programs that promote independent living and help enhance seniors' quality of life. AAAs provide personalized care planning, home-based services, transportation assistance and meal programs. They also offer information and referral services, benefits counseling and caregiver support. Through Maryland's AAAs, seniors can access the resources they need to age with dignity. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Baltimore seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland | 410-558-0827 | Meals on Wheels programs provide low-cost meal delivery. Food pantries are a free or low-cost alternative to grocery stores, and government assistance programs empower you to get the nutrition you need in ways that work for you. It's a nationally run organization that feeds isolated seniors in communities across the country, including many in Maryland. Local chapters deliver fresh and frozen meals to those in need throughout the week. Local chapters may have unique food options, delivery schedules and eligibility requirements. |
| Grace Baptist Church Food Pantry | 410-235-0784 | Grace Baptist Church in Baltimore offers a food pantry on Fridays each week. Seniors can bring their own bags to the church to receive free groceries at 11:30 a.m. The types of food offered vary based on donations that week, and there is no requirement to show proof of income to access the pantry. |
| James McHenry Elementary Middle School Food Pantry | 410-396-1621 | James McHenry Elementary Middle School Food Pantry distributes food to seniors and low-income families on an as-available basis from the school parking lot at 31 South Schroeder Street, Baltimore, MD. No prior registration is required, though seniors and caregivers or family members should bring photo ID for all members of the recipient household. It is not necessary to establish low income to receive food assistance. The pantry occasionally distributes warm winter clothing and other necessities as they're available. |
| Johns Hopkins Bayview Social Work Department Food Pantry | 410-550-0296 | Johns Hopkins Bayview Social Work Department operates a food pantry for needy individuals throughout Baltimore. Seniors can visit the food pantry twice a year to receive a grocery bag full of non-perishable food items, such as canned and boxed food. Beneficiaries must have transport to get to and from their homes. The pantry is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays. |
| Maryland Food Bank - Baltimore Office | 410-737-8282 | The Baltimore office of the Maryland Food Bank is crucial for seniors seeking food assistance. While the office doesn't distribute food directly, it guides seniors to the nearest Baltimore distribution center for free food. Located at 2200 Halethorpe Farms Road, it operates Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The office is part of a network distributing over 40 million meals annually. |
| The BIT Center Food Pantry | 410-547-9934 | The BIT Center Food Pantry offers in-person grocery service and home delivery of freshly prepared meals for seniors and needy families who live within the pantry's service area. Those who are unable to afford the suggested donation can receive free meal delivery. The pantry also accepts EBT for payment. To participate, seniors can visit the pantry's website and enter their home address in the contact form to establish eligibility. Volunteers deliver meals each weekday, with frozen meals for weekends. |
| Transforming Life Church Food Pantry | 410-485-6193 | Transforming Life Church Food Pantry distributes food to families in need through a partnership with the Maryland Food Bank. It's located on Oakley Avenue, with food pickup services available on the second and fourth Sunday of each month from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. and the fourth Saturday of each month from 12 to 2 p.m. Interested parties should contact the pantry at (443) 985-0867 to confirm eligibility, hours and availability. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Baltimore collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program - Baltimore | 240-230-8000 | The Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use program collects donations of equipment from sites throughout Maryland and distributes them to seniors in need. Sites offer basic DME, such as canes and bedrails, and complex DME, such as power wheelchairs, home hospital beds and mechanical lifts. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Baltimore seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program - Baltimore County | 410-222-4257 | Advocates for the rights of seniors who reside in long-term care facilities in Maryland, the trained volunteers of the Ombudsman Program investigate complaints made by seniors, their caregivers or people in the community about conditions in long-term care facilities. Once they complete their investigations, the ombudsmen work with the senior and the facility to resolve the issue. Ombudsmen also educate the larger community about seniors' rights in long-term care facilities, including the right to privacy, the right to know about their medication and treatment and the right to be treated with dignity and respect. |
| Maryland Legal Aid - Baltimore | 866-635-2948 | Maryland Legal Aid's Senior Legal Helpline offers counseling and advice to the elderly. It helps low-income individuals locate pro bono representation in civil matters (although not in criminal cases). Other services include preparing legal documents and helping seniors file for divorce or bankruptcy. |
Social Security offices in Baltimore help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Social Security Offices | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Baltimore retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Assistance - Baltimore | 800-332-6347 | The Maryland Office of Home Energy offers a financial assistance program for low-income families who are unable to afford their electricity or heating bills. The program pays your utility bills directly if you're short on funds, and you don't need a turn-off notice to qualify. |
Baltimore retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore VA Medical Center | 410-605-7000 | Baltimore VA Medical Center serves veterans in Baltimore, MD. Veterans can visit the Eligibility and Enrollment Center to apply for primary care and health specialty services, including cancer treatments, cardiology services, vision rehabilitation and oral surgery. Patient advocates are available by phone during office hours on weekdays, providing assistance with health concerns and patient and family rights. Veterans with life-threatening illnesses or urgent medical issues can contact the emergency care unit, which responds to calls any time of the day. |
| Baltimore Vet Center | 410-764-9400 | The Baltimore Vet Center offers a range of confidential counseling services to veterans. Those struggling with substance abuse can receive referrals to community organizations as can those seeking local resources to help readapt to civilian life or achieve their goals. Veterans can learn about their VA benefits, including where to register for care and file claims. Family, couple, individual and group counseling are offered for those struggling with issues such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger and military sexual trauma. |
| Loch Raven VA Medical Center | 410-605-7650 | The Loch Raven VA Medical Center provides a variety of healthcare services for veterans in Baltimore. This location offers primary care and a wide range of specialty care options including podiatry, physical therapy, optometry, hearing, speech, skin care and vision rehabilitation. Veterans have access to caregiver services such as respite care and counseling. The campus also has an ATM, an all-faiths chapel, a beneficiary travel self-service system, a volunteer-run coffee station for visitors and an outpatient clinic. |
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