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Assisted Living Communities in Germantown, Maryland

Germantown has 5 assisted living communities and features an urban environment in Montgomery County, about 30 miles north of Washington, D.C. As of 2024, these facilities and 385 in the surrounding region charge around $7,348 per month for care. This price surpasses the state norm of $6,900 and trends well above the national median of $5,350.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Germantown, MD and Nearby Cities

Based on data in the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Germantown fall near $7,348 per month. This amount surpasses the Maryland median by roughly $450 and exceeds rates in other surveyed cities in the region. For example, facilities in Hagerstown charge about $1,560 less, and seniors in Salisbury pay approximately $4,899.

Germantown

$7,348

Maryland

$6,900

The United States

$5,350

Cumberland

$5,027

Hagerstown

$5,800

Baltimore

$6,650

Salisbury

$4,899

Paying for Assisted Living in Germantown, MD

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Germantown

The state of Maryland pays for assisted living services in Level II and Level III ALPs through the Medicaid 1915(c)Home and Community-Based Options Waiver Program. There is also a Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy Program funded by the state.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maryland page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Germantown, MD

Assisted living costs in Germantown come in at approximately $7,348 per month. Although this long-term care option costs considerably less than nursing home care, which trends near $12,623 for shared units, several alternatives provide more economical pricing. For example, agencies charge around $6,292 for home health care and roughly $5,911 for in-home care, and adult day health care facilities have a baseline fee of approximately $2,275.

In-Home Care

$5,911

Home Health Care

$6,292

Adult Day Health Care

$2,275

Assisted Living Facility

$7,348

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,623

Note: Since data for Germantown is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead

Free Assisted Living Resources in Germantown

Seniors and their families may seek assistance from many free or low-cost community resources provided by the city of Germantown and the state of Maryland. Seniors can learn more about finding the right assisted living home and receive financial aid to pay for fees or participate in different programs to enhance their physical, social and financial well-being.

Resource	Contact	Service
Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program	(240) 777-3369	State long-term care ombudsman representatives advocate for the interests of residents in long-term care homes, including assisted living. They can help seniors and their families find a home best suited to their needs, plus apply for residence and find financial aid to pay for room and board. Ombudsmen agents also investigate complaints made about assisted living communities in the state and refer infractions to the Maryland Department of Health.
Maryland Department of Aging	(410)-767-1100	The Department of Aging develops programs to make Maryland a more attractive retirement area for older adults. The state provides funds to help communities provide local programs to enhance the lives of seniors and promote their health and welfare.
Maryland Legal Aid	(866) 635-2948	Local lawyers volunteer their services for low-income seniors who need assistance in civil matters, filing for divorce or bankruptcy and drafting legal documents such as wills and living wills. They can also represent seniors in elder abuse or neglect cases or on their behalf in landlord-tenant disputes.
Montgomery County Medical Supply Closet	(301) 254-9115	The Lutheran Church of St. Andrew operates a loan closet with lightly used, durable medical equipment that those in need may borrow indefinitely. Items can include canes, power scooters, hospital beds, wheelchairs, and tube feeding equipment. Items vary depending on the inventory available.
Holiday Park Senior Center	(240) 777-4999	The local senior center is a place for Germantown seniors to gather for games, holiday or birthday celebrations or a communal weekday lunch. Holiday Park Senior Center also hosts literature and writing classes, discussion groups and special interest classes. It’s the largest senior center in Montgomery County, serving about 500-600 members.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Germantown

Germantown-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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JoelBeBadd

1.0

October 21, 2024

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Fatima Assisted Living

Where should I begin? The place is understaffed. The workers are not trained and get easily frustrated. The home is not as clean as you would think. I can’t understand half the staff when they...

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Teresa

5.0

September 27, 2023

I visited this facility

Review of Tribute at Black Hill

Tribute at Black Hill is a modern facility. The staff seemed very alert, aware of what was going on around them, and attentive. They provided an in-house baked treat, which was fabulous, as a favor...

Provider response

Hello Teresa! Thank you so much for visiting us! We gope to see you again. If there is anything more we can do for you or any questions we might have, please let us know! - Tribute at Black Hill

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Linda

5.0

July 15, 2023

I visited this facility

Review of Tribute at Black Hill

The place that I liked so far is called Tribute at Black Hill. The staff members were friendly, kind, and capable. All of my expectations so far have been met. The rooms are all private and very...

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