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CARING STARS WINNER
15911 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20905
5.0
(8 reviews)
Clean and very friendly staff. When I need these services, I hope they will be around. I will sign up now. Wonderful place! ...
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11504 Polaris Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
5.0
(3 reviews)
My aunt has moved to Abundantly Blessed Assisted Living. We like it because it's an assisted living facility in a home so it's small and very nice. It's new, I think they just started. I haven't tried it but my aunt likes the food there. I went there...
$6,500
1320 Main Drive NW, Washington, DC 20012
5.0
(4 reviews)
I went on a tour of Abrams Assisted Living and the people there were very nice and accommodating. They also gave me a lot of information so the visit was good. I visited all the areas of their assisted living and saw the model room. I visited the caf...
$100
1822 Arcola Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20851
5.0
(2 reviews)
My mother has been one of the first residents at Rose Garden. The residence has a true home feeling. The rooms are decorated nicely, and Hemali decorates for all the seasons. Having mom here has given me security and peace of mind that she is safe an...
$5,500
CARING STARS WINNER
16204 Audubon Lane, Bowie, MD 20716
5.0
(5 reviews)
This facility checks all the boxes - they have managed to create a loving and caring environment that feels like "home" for the residents. They took exceptional care of my mom for 5 years from beginning to end. She thrived there and enjoyed being a p...
$4,000
14533 Barkwood Dr, Rockville, MD 20853
5.0
(2 reviews)
I've been living in Aberdeen House III for five years. There are a lot of things I like. I'm very independent here. I'm independent as far as dressing, bathing, and eating. It's the most upscale assisted living house I have ever lived in. It's beaut...
$3,500
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6000 Granby Rd, Derwood, MD 20855
5.0
(1 reviews)
This is a wonderful facility. I toured many other places and nothing came close to this wonderful home. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The owner, Ramesh, is an amazing person. He truly cares abou...
$6,500
3513 Mase Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
5.0
(4 reviews)
Thank you does not cover the gratitude we feel for the wonderful environment that Nhyira Haven Assisted Living provided for our dear Aunt. The layout and décor of the home is perfect and shows that a great deal of thought and planning went into the ...
$3,700
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...
$2,600
20 Riverwood Ct, Potomac, MD 20854
5.0
(2 reviews)
My mother moved into Asheir Homes. It's a very small residential facility. There are only eight patients. It's very nice, but the trouble is, during the pandemic, visiting is extremely limited. Today, they just sent us a note saying they may not be t...
$8,000
18100 Cashell Road, Rockville, MD 20853
5.0
(1 reviews)
Everything was fine at AlfredHouse Eldercare. It’s quite a small facility and they only have 8 patients. The rooms were fine. The place is on a land that looks like somebody has a private farm so there's a lot of very pretty land around it. My parent...
$5,500
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...
$1,800
1013 Cresthaven Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20903
5.0
(1 reviews)
Apple Blossoms is the place where you want to place your precious loved one if they need a quiet environment with exquisitely attentive care. The patient, experienced nurses and the director provide individualized attention for each of the residents...
$6,500
14245 Briarwood Terrace, Rockville, MD 20853
5.0
(1 reviews)
My dad moved to An An Assisted Living II. Where he is now is a wonderful place. They take care of the residents there. I go and visit whenever, whenever I want to is fine. They keep you updated on what's going on. So I have nothing bad to say about i...
$5,000
1006 Loxford Terrace, Silver Spring, MD 20901
5.0
(3 reviews)
My father has moved into Care Personnel Healthcare Inc. His room is extremely clean and cozy. I don't know the specific activities that they have right now. It is kind of cold outside, so he can't really go outside right now. They have games that are...
$3,500
12001 Lanham Severn Rd, Bowie, MD 20720
5.0
(4 reviews)
I can't say enough good things about Bowie Assisted Living. The staff truly provides exceptional care for residents. From day one I was impressed by how they provided care for my mother that suffers from Dementia. They have a warm, welcoming environm...
$5,550
831 Ritchie Hwy, Severna Park, MD 21146
5.0
(1 reviews)
The staff is very friendly and helpful. My father likes his spacious room, the level of care he is getting and the activities they provide with him. Lovely pleasant water view is a bonus as well. ...
$6,150
9801 Cedarhollow Ln, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
5.0
(1 reviews)
I like that Golden Shield Ark Assisted Living Facility is small and family-owned and it's close to my grandfather. I don't know if there's anything that I like the least. The staff was very knowledgeable. I believe two of them are RNs, and I forgot w...
$3,800
1302 Tarrant Rd, Glen Burnie, MD 21060
5.0
(1 reviews)
I toured Agape Manor-House. I was very impressed with the community and with the home. I liked it very much. The staff was excellent. She was a great help to me and she answered all the questions. It's well-kept, tidy, and bright. It felt like a home...
$3,000
2857 Cairncross Terrace, Silver Spring, MD 20906
5.0
(5 reviews)
Homecrest Assisted Living was a nice house, but it didn't have the outdoor setting like the one where my mom lives now. They put their residents to bed after lunch, and I didn't like that. The staff member was great. She was very knowledgeable and ve...
$2,500
As part of the greater Baltimore metropolis, Howard County shares the area’s average assisted living price, which comes to $5,000 per month. This is the same as the Maryland average according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Assisted living in Howard County is more expensive than the national average of $4,300 per month.
Assisted living prices within Maryland vary, and costs in Howard County are right on the median. On the border with Delaware, Salisbury has higher costs of $5,500. On the banks of the Chesapeake Bay, California has the highest assisted living prices in the state. At $6,200, it’s a full $1,200 per month more expensive than Howard County. Further inland, Hagerstown has the lowest costs at $4,500. At $4,665 per month, the nearby Cumberland area has similar assisted living prices. Seniors can find more affordable long-term care costs in neighboring Virginia where the Winchester area averages $4,304 and Blacksburg averages $4,000. Virginia’s capital Richmond has even lower assisted living prices with a monthly median of $3,645.
Howard County
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Richmond, VA
$3,645
Blacksburg, VA
$4,000
Winchester, VA
$4,304
Hagerstown
$4,500
Cumberland
$4,665
Salisbury
$5,500
California
$6,200
Seniors in the Maryland area may be eligible for assistance with funding from the Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy program.
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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Howard County Office on Aging and Independence | (410) 313-1234 | Seniors throughout the county can rely on this organization for supportive services, such as advocacy and education. A loan closet offers free access to medical equipment and assistive technology, and an elder abuse prevention initiative has information on fraud and other common forms of exploitation. Experts are on hand to provide health insurance counseling and long-term care placement, and a resource center connects elders with services to meet a variety of needs. |
| Annapolis Vet Center | (410) 605-7826 | Part of the federal Veterans Affairs network, this center connects service members with vital resources and records. Referrals to mental health care, medical care, pharmaceutical services and laboratory tests are available through this government body. The center also offers a variety of benefits and entitlement programs for education, housing and health care. |
| Ellicott City 50+ Center | (410) 313-1400 | This and other senior centers throughout the county act as hubs for socialization and entertainment. Adults over 60 are invited to participate in low-impact exercise classes, hobby workshops and art classes. This senior center also offers cooking and nutrition education as well as chronic disease management classes. Music classes promote cognitive and mental wellness while technology courses help seniors stay connected with family and friends. |
| Maryland Legal Aid | (410) 972-2700 | Qualified attorneys volunteer their time to this organization to help seniors and low-income individuals with legal issues. Seniors can get help dealing with debt collection, tax issues and other consumer matters as well as planning long-term care and obtaining access to health insurance. Representation is available for cases of elder abuse, and assistance is available for the creation of wills and care directives. |
| Neighbor Ride | (410) 884-7433 | Neighbor Ride is a volunteer-based transportation service dedicated to helping Howard County seniors remain mobile and active. By appointment, older adults can get free rides to and from medical appointments and errands. Transportation is also available to social and worship gatherings. |
Howard County-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.
Assisted Living
Vickie
5.0
Review of Brighton Gardens of Columbia
My son-in-law's mom was at Brighton Gardens of Columbia. I spent probably a good 30 to 40 minutes with her Christmas day. I would go for a brief visit to check on her because it's not too far from...
Provider response
Thank you, Vickie, for your heartfelt review. We’re glad to hear that you had a positive experience with our team and community during your visits. Your kind words about our engagement activities...
Assisted Living
Thelma
4.0
Review of Lorien Harmony Hall
Lorien Harmony Hall was very nice. I liked it, especially since it offered the assisted living and dialysis facility. I only interacted with one person, and it was great just speaking and...
Assisted Living
Kate1
4.0
Review of Shangrila Senior Living
My relative moved to Shangrila Senior Living, and the facility was nice and clean, with bright rooms. One advantage was that it had semi-private room options, and the bedrooms were decent size...
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