
13300 Overbrook Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
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Essex covers just under 10 square miles in Baltimore County and sits on a...
In the following guide, we feature 1463 reviews testimonials from local assisted living residents and visitors, giving you an unbiased look at the quality of care they provide. Overall, facilities in Essex garner a score of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars.
13300 Overbrook Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
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4313 Belvieu Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
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1311 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401
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4202 Maine Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21207
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3800 West Rogers Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
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4405 Raspe Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21206
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2913 Greenway Dr, Ellicott City, MD 21042
Greenway Manor is located in the historic community of Ellicott City, MD. Less than 20 miles from downtown Baltimore, the city offers residents colonial charm with big-city conveniences a short drive away. Historic sites, senior-friendly outdoor resources and access to world-class medical facilities, such as Johns Hopkins Medical Center and University of Maryland Medical Center, make this residential city an ideal choice for retirees. Greenway Manor offers assisted living, dementia care and respite services, and residents can choose between furnished or unfurnished rooms. Staff are on-call 24/7 and offer a full range of daily living services for residents. In this small facility, which houses only eight residents, staff work closely with residents to provide personalized care. Greenway Manor has four levels of care, level one to level three-plus, with each level offering more intensive care, allowing seniors to age in place. With its natural stone, ranch-style house, Greenway Manor is an ideal choice for residents who prefer a charming, intimate feel. Simple landscaping in the yards and the ramped front porch allow easy access to residents in wheelchairs, and the tree-lined neighborhood offers a quiet and serene backdrop for morning strolls. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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1724 Wycliffe Ave, Baltimore, MD 21234
T & E Cares Assisted Living Facility is A Home Away From Home. We believe that everyone needs someone so come take a tour for you or your loved one today and let T & E Cares help you.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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3415 Menlo Dr., Baltimore, MD 21215
Catering With Love is a brand new renovated assisted living facility. We have licensed and trained staff with over 10 years of experience. We offer an upscale, comfortable setting to give patients the best home environment. Our facility is in a quiet and friendly community. We take pride in quality care assurance for all patients. We are ready to welcome you or your loved one home! To learn more about this provider�s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$2,500
3019 Janice Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230
Family First Assisted Living is a licensed community located in the Baltimore metropolitan area that provides a home setting to individuals with levels 1, 2, and 3 care needs that are unable to live independently. We are located near the downtown area; M&T Stadium and Camden Yards. The services and amenities we provide includes: housekeeping laundry ADL assistance (activities of daily living) bathing, dressing, eating 3 meals a day according to the residents dietary needs 2 snacks a day medication management 2 certified staff members 24 hour overnight staff member activities movie nights social gatherings/ outings adult daycare in house nurse provider in house physical therapy/ rehab Amenities security system with cameras community area with 50 inch colored TV, cable and internet access telephone stair glide wheelchair accessible spacious backyard with patio furniture for family events To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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4002 Belle Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
A PAL at Belle offers a true devotion to care, attention and thoughtfulness. We believe that life is not about settling, it's about living. Senior care is not our job; it's our pride. We are a family-owned and operated facility that welcomes every resident into our family. The residents physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs are our top priority. Our meals are freshly prepared and we accommodate various dietary needs and choices. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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3415 Wabash Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215
Serene Care is a 4-bed licensed assisted living home in Baltimore, MD that provides care for levels 1-3. We aim to provide a safe, secure and comfortable environment for our residents. At Serene Care, we see a different way of assisting our residents through a new stage in their lives, by acknowledging that where they live is home and belongs to them. We have established a home that not only meets their medical and physical needs, but one that also nourishes their social connection, individual dignity, and personal preference. We provide 24-hour access to care, as well as nutrition and other wellness services that are designed for the residents. This will allow the residents to enjoy different activities, socializing with others, while still maintaining their independence and feeling at home. Serene Care Assisted Living is dedicated to creating a family-oriented environment, where we take the quality of care to heart and consider each resident as a member of the family. We vow to encourage, empower, and enhance this stage of our residents’ lives. While providing outstanding care, we stand true and firm to our integrity. Our highly experienced caregivers are very professional and caring. This is the perfect home for individuals who cannot reside on their own and/or need more help than the family can provide at home.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$2,500
1671 Pleasant Plains Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409
Historic Annapolis, the capital of Maryland, is home to cobblestone streets and Rivav Terrace 4. It also offers boutique shops, unique dining and the United States Naval Academy. The shores of Mill Creek and the Orchard Beach Marina offer seniors a chance to get out on the water and explore the local sights. Riva Terrace 4 is an assisted living community with comprehensive health and wellness programs. The staff can administer insulin and monitor blood sugar for diabetic residents, and hospice care is available on-site. Nurses are on-staff to help follow patient care plans, and trained caregivers offer assistance with activities of daily living. With only four residents at one time, the atmosphere at Riva Terrace 4 is homelike and cozy. Residents share meals served family-style, and each senior has a private, wheelchair-accessible room. The community uses WanderGuard to notify staff when residents enter a space that could be dangerous. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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2732 Pelham Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
SHA Assisted Living facility is located in the Belair-Edison / Herring Run Park neighborhood. This neighborhood, within the 21213 zip code, is very diverse and complete; offering a variety of amenities to fill all needs of the residents, their families and Al staff. Culturally, the area is predominately inhabited by persons of African-American descent; with a good percentage of other races, including; White, Hispanic or Latino, Asians, Americans, Indians and Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islanders. The 21213 zip code provides a wide selection of resources to meet the needs of the residents; a retail marketplace for food, clothing, home and gardening and personal needs. Also, there is a large selection of entertainment, recreational, spiritual venues and healthcare service services facilities, including: hospitals, clinics, therapy, hearing, vision and dental service. This location is easily accessible by private and public bus and subway transportation services. This is a quaint three-bedroom, one-bathroom townhome that attracts those with a colorful spirit. Although its interior provides vibrant, fun, modern decor, the home still gives off a tranquil “home at last feeling “. The home is fully loaded, semi-open floor plan, with a stunning kitchen with island, granite countertops, new cabinets, stainless appliances, hardwood floors, a large living and dining room large enough to accommodate 4 individuals, 2 private and 1 semi-private room, laundry room, detached 1car garage, deck complete with grill and adequate seating, and a fenced modest backyard.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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1680 Winchester Rd, Annapolis, MD 21409
Riva Terrace 3 is located in Annapolis, MD, close to the Severn River and Cool Spring Cove. Seniors can take a trip to the Indian Hills Clubhouse to take part in community activities, attend devotionals at the Annapolis Church of Christ, or head to Loretta Heights for shopping and dining opportunities. Riva Terrace 3 is a care home with English and Spanish-speaking staff members. Seniors are cared for by attentive staff members who are trained in providing Hoyer Lift transfers, colostomy and catheter care, blood sugar monitoring, and wound care. The home is licensed for up to five residents and welcomes seniors for long stays as well as short-term respite or hospice care. Amenities at the facility include carefully prepared, nutritious meals made from fresh ingredients and a structured program of activities that helps residents to maintain a high quality of life. Seniors are encouraged to maintain mobility and independence in a comforting and secure environment. The facility is kept secure with WanderGuard to ensure that residents prone to confusion or exit-seeking behaviors are safe at all times.To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
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9316 Pilar Court, Columbia, MD 21045
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2800 Mosher Street, Baltimore, MD 21216
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4122 Duvall Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21216
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5756 Augustine Ave, Elkridge, MD 21075
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5200 Bowleys Ln, Baltimore, MD 21206
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Assisted Living
Troy9
5.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
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...
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Lise65
5.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
The only tour I did was Lighthouse Senior Living Hopkins Creek, which I love. It's a beautiful place. It was a little expensive, but it was better priced than a lot of the others that weren't as...
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Lisa
3.0
Review of Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
My dad moved to Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek. It's an adequate facility. There are star people that stand out. The staff is good. You have good people who are attentive and caring. I...
In Essex, assisted living costs around $6,650 per month, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. Local rates run a couple of hundred dollars below Maryland’s baseline of $6,900 and exceed the national norm by $1,300. Rates in Essex also exceed costs in Cumberland and Salisbury, where fees hover near $5,027 and $4,899, respectively.
Essex
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Salisbury
$4,899
Seniors in Maryland who are eligible for Social Security payments, or would be except for their income, may be able to access financial assistance through the Optional State Supplement (OSS). Residents of small assisted living facilities may also be able to get help from the state’s Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
Assisted living residents in Essex pay monthly rates of around $6,650. By contrast, nursing home residents pay notably higher fees of about $11,756 for shared accommodations, and those who opt for in-home care pay approximately $6,864 for nonmedical support. However, other senior care solutions cost less. For example, home health care agencies charge around $6,292, and adult day health care facilities set monthly fees at about $2,275.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,650
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$11,756
Note: Since data for Essex is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Baltimore, instead.
Essex has many different resources to offer seniors in the area. These services range from low-cost help to free resources and benefits that focus on health and well-being.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Essex Senior Center | (410) 887-0267 | The Essex Senior Center serves seniors in Baltimore County. It provides a safe and secure environment for recreational activities like games and parties and fitness and health activities, including exercise classes. The center offers arts and crafts, social groups, dances and scheduled outings. |
Maryland Access Point (MAP) | (410) 887-2594 | MAP helps seniors get information, referrals and options counseling for services and benefits. The group also provides brochures and booklets on a variety of topics involving aging, guest speakers for community organizations, information and assistance for loved ones and helps seniors obtain loans for medical equipment. It can also help low-income individuals obtain financial benefits to pay for care. |
Baltimore County Department of Aging | (410) 887-2594 | The Baltimore County Department of Aging serves as the Area Agency on Aging. It provides program information and services for older adults and their caregivers. Through the Department of Aging, seniors have access to available services, including mobility assistance programs, meal plans, help with housing, individual counseling, respite care and supplemental services. |
Maryland Legal Aid | (866) 635-2948 | Maryland Legal Aid helps seniors by offering free limited legal services by phone and in person. Help involves topics like debt collection, elder abuse, landlord/tenant information and other civil matters. |
Baltimore Department of Veterans Affairs | (410) 260-3838 | The Baltimore Department of Veterans Affairs helps prior military obtain and identify available services and benefits. Once benefit, the aid and attendance benefit helps veterans pay for home and community-based services in long-term care. The agency can also assist with housing, medical care and counseling. |
Essex-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Maryland are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page for more information about these laws.