Benchmark at Alexandria
3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA 22302
" Benchmark at Alexandria ? Alexandria's newest senior living community featuring exceptional care and upscale amenities. Located in the vib..."
READ MORELanham sits in Prince George’s County just 15 miles outside Washington, D.C. Small but densely populated, this city accommodates senior residents through access to 724 assisted living facilities within its limits and in adjacent communities. In 2024, these facilities typically charge around $7,348 per month, which runs about $2,000 above the national median.
To help you find the right residential care solution for your needs, our directory contains 2755 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in and around Lanham. Based on feedback, we find an overall quality score of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars among these facilities.
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3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA 22302
" Benchmark at Alexandria ? Alexandria's newest senior living community featuring exceptional care and upscale amenities. Located in the vib..."
READ MORE374 Maple Ave W., Vienna, VA 22180
"At Sunrise of Vienna, you will enjoy living in a vibrant residential neighborhood along Maple Avenue, Vienna's 'Main Street,' in Fairfax Cou..."
READ MORE6811 Campfield Rd., Baltimore, MD 21207
" Welcome to Resorts of Augsburg! We have been serving older adults in the Baltimore, Maryland, area for more than 100 years. Over the genera..."
READ MORE1006 Quince Orchard Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
"Our lovely residential care community offers a comfortable, family-like home atmosphere that provides a more personal and specialized level ..."
READ MORE8111 Holly Ln, Clinton, MD 20735
"Who We Are Welcome to ADVENT HOME ASSISTED LIVING—a vibrant community designed for individuals seeking a comfortable and welcoming home. ..."
READ MORE4404 Maine Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
9608 Geena Nicole Drive, Clinton, MD 20735
5.0
(2 reviews)
"If you have searched for an affordable place I'm sure you have left some of them in despair believing that you would never find a decent place that didn't feel crowded, over priced, and depressing. That was me until I was directed to Jobean Assisted ..."
READ MORE900 5th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This large low-income senior living complex is part of a recent renovation, located near the new baseball stadium. The surrounding area has been revitalized completely, so many amenities are now accessible nearby. It's also close to the highway, trai..."
READ MORE6670 Martin Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother was so incredibly happy at Brightview Columbia. Her days were full of fun activities for mind, body, and soul. The staff (front desk, maintenance, management, kitchen, activities, everyone!) are so kind and attentive and truly seem to love..."
READ MORE3425 Chapman Road, Randallstown, MD 21133
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I recently visited the facility and was very impressed with the owners and staff. They took very special care of the property and residents in their care. Exemplary customer service, their staff was always quick to respond to all the questions I had...."
READ MORE2019 English Oak Court, Waldorf, MD 20601
5.0
(2 reviews)
"This facility is very welcoming and cozy. The manager gave me a tour of the home and answered all of my questions. The manager was extremely friendly and eager to accomodate any specific requirements. It was an informative, pleasant and enjoyable exp..."
READ MORE9534 Angelina Circle, Columbia, MD 21044
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad has moved into Always Caring. It's a nice place. What drew me to it was that in the group home, they have an area where patients that need physical therapy have a little area for them with equipment down there. The rooms are pretty spacious, a..."
READ MORE8607 North Drive, Clinton, MD 20735
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We were looking for an assisted living home for our elderly aunt. The owner of Northview Assisted Living gave our family a very inclusive tour of the home (where she lives). We were impressed with the fact that the owner lives there and it just see..."
READ MORE2866 Marshall Hall Road, Bryans Road, MD 20616
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad moved into Angels Heart Home. It's very nice. It's close to where his house was. It's a maximum of five residents, but there's always two staff members on duty 24/7. It's all private rooms. My dad has a large room with a king-sized bed. The pl..."
READ MORE606 Cargil Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Senior's Place was the best that I have found that we could afford. They were so caring and there were so many activities that people went to every day if they wanted to. There's someone there available 24/7. They're interested in the residents. They..."
READ MORE13833 Overton Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20904
5.0
(2 reviews)
"This is one of a kind, very well run assisted living home, with highly qualified staff full of compassion. I found a home and a family here. The staff are not only highly skilled, but also highly trained and very full of compassion. I have been to o..."
READ MORE2412 W Lanvale St, Baltimore, MD 21216
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother is in The Eden Place, LLC. It's excellent. The room is very comfortable and very clean. They have plentiful food and beverage. Nice atmosphere. It's a very nice place, and my brother is flourishing there. I've tried their food. It's good, ..."
READ MORE13221 Ovalstone Ln, Bowie, MD 20715
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Ovalstone is a residential care home. It's similar to a nursing home, but it's in an actual home. Right now, there are three patients who are there. We chose it because of the cost. In addition to that, when you walk into the place, it looks really n..."
READ MORE5100 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Maple Heights Senior Living. The organization is very nice, brand new stuff, and it's well put together but doesn't have parking. It was very clean. The staff was nice and very friendly. It's very well kept, the halls and the entrance. If th..."
READ MORE821 Nottingham Rd, Baltimore, MD 21229
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Ardent Living Memory Care has been a huge help to my family. Until her death a month ago, my mother was the primary caretaker for my father, and after she died I struggled to find a place for him. The outbreak of Covid-19 complicated the search bey..."
READ MOREThe 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living in Lanham costs around $7,348 per month, which exceeds the state median by about $400. Further out from the Washington, D.C., region, costs tend to run lower. For example, facilities charge approximately $5,800 in Hagerstown and around $5,027 in Cumberland. Costs run even lower in Salisbury, where seniors pay roughly $4,899.
Lanham
$7,348
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Baltimore
$6,650
Salisbury
$4,899
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.
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.
In Lanham, assisted living communities charge around $7,348 per month. This price runs thousands of dollars below local nursing home fees, which come in at about $12,623 for shared rooms. However, nonresidential care typically costs less. For example, agencies charge approximately $5,911 for in-home care and around $6,292 for home health care, and seniors who opt for adult day health care pay roughly $2,275.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Caree
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Lanham is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
Navigating senior care options can be a challenge, but seniors in Lanham can reach out to numerous agencies and programs for personalized assistance. The following resource table features organizations that provide health insurance options counseling, legal assistance and information and referrals for community-based services to supplement what older adults obtain in assisted living.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Aging and Disabilities Services Division | (301) 265-8450 | This division serves as the local Area Agency on Aging for Lanham and surrounding cities. It has a broad array of free programs for those aged 60 and over, including health insurance options counseling, health promotion programs and long-term care ombudsman services. |
Senior Services | (301) 446-3400 | The county’s Department of Parks and Recreation has special programming for those aged 60 and over. Through Senior Services, older adults in the community participate in social, educational and recreational activities that support holistic wellness. Older adults may also become involved with several clubs, including chess clubs, the Mature Adult Club and Harmony Hallers. |
Office of Veterans Affairs | (301) 780-8260 | The Office of Veterans Affairs advocates on behalf of older veterans in the Lanham region by helping them obtain the benefits and services they’re entitled to. Through this office, veterans can apply for pension programs and Aid and Attendance or get help with obtaining health insurance and VA medical services. |
State Health Insurance Assistance Program | (301) 265-8471 | Seniors in Lanham can call the state’s SHIP hotline for one-on-one assistance with understanding their Medicare coverage and determining whether they’re eligible for Medicaid, which can help pay for assisted living. |
RSVP | (301) 265-8450 | RSVP provides volunteer opportunities for older adults that help them use their experience and interests to serve the community. Volunteer opportunities may be in-person or virtual and may include tutoring local children, providing administrative or managerial support for local charities and making friendly phone calls to housebound members of the community. |
Lanham-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.