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3001 Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018
4.0
(2 reviews)
I am currently living at Fort Lincoln Senior Citizen's Village, but it can be better. There are no amenities here. The rooms are decent, but I could stay in a little more room than what I have. The apartment itself is not that bad. The staff here is ...
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17340 Quaker Lane, Sandy Spring, MD 20860
3.8
(16 reviews)
I have been a resident at Friends House for four years. Can’t say enough good things about the quality of life here! The serene community is surrounded by beautiful trees, gardens, meadows, and interesting wildlife visitors. The buildings are well ma...
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5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
3.8
(5 reviews)
Vantage House has independent living, assisted living, and a nursing home facility. My mom will have a bracelet on at all times, so if there's an emergency, the staff will be able to assist her immediately. The facility also has an in-house doctor an...
$3,850
101 North Beechwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21228
3.7
(4 reviews)
We've chosen the Beechwood Assisted Living and we toured there two weeks ago. I spoke with the director of the facility. He was very personable, I talked with the caregivers that they have there. They are very knowledgeable and personable. I just fel...
$3,350
2810 Kaywood Place, Sykesville, MD 21784
3.7
(4 reviews)
My uncle lives there. He has been a resident for 6 months now. Transitions is a nice place and it is affordable. They have a new administrator who is doing a fantastic job. Staff is great. Always eager to help and to make sure your questions get answ...
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101 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD 21208
3.6
(3 reviews)
We got the chance to walk around Woodholme Springs Assisted Living. We saw numerous activities every time we came. Basically, they were doing the different activities they had posted downstairs. When you come in the door and you go to the board, you ...
$3,000
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4901 Connecticut Ave NW , Washington, DC 20082
3.6
(6 reviews)
My experience with Forest Hills of DC was great. The lady that helped me was very personable. She gave me some good suggestions, she wasn't at all pushy about the place, and she was very forthcoming with the cost. We got to talk and I told her a lot ...
$6,754
2929 Tallow Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
3.6
(3 reviews)
Refreshing Springs is a house that has five people living in it. It’s a nice place -- home setting -- and the staff is very nice. There are two beds in each rooms and clean. The dining area is nice and clean too. They bring in somebody there, and the...
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4511 Maine Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21207
3.6
(3 reviews)
Very pleased with the attention and care that was given to my father. He interacted very well with the other residents and the staff treated him kindly....
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7120 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA 22003
3.6
(5 reviews)
My mother goes to Leewood for respite. I have nothing but good things to say about them! They take care of my mom, she loves being with them. She's always happy to see everyone and her friends! She participates in activities, she eats very well there...
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701 King Farm Blvd, Rockville, MD 20850
3.5
(7 reviews)
Ingleside at King Farm felt very comfortable. The attention that they put to detail in meeting the needs of the residents is very clear. I felt that they strive to make sure that all the needs are taken care of, and the residents are taken care of. T...
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7520 Surratts Rd, Clinton, MD 20735
3.5
(4 reviews)
I was very hesitant recommending this facility to my loved one due to the bad reviews. Turned out it was a great experience. From the touring to discharge everyone was great and very caring. They always attends to the needs of our loved one and that ...
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13426 Overbrook Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
3.5
(2 reviews)
I am a granddaughter of a resident at Rose's Place and I have been to visit my grandmother a few times in the last month and i must say this place keeps them active. I love going in and they are dancing or singing along with the CNA's and they always...
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16 Fusting Ave, Catonsville, MD 21228
3.5
(6 reviews)
My brother was there about 2 months ago on A wing all the staff that worked with him were very polite. I felt like he was in a good place just because the unit manager Yolanda felt like she cared about my brother. I would recommend this place ...
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1717 Largo Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
3.4
(5 reviews)
Woodmore House Assisted Living is a very good place. It has activities going on, and it gets you up every day and not let you lay in bed. It's very expensive though. The facility itself and the care they give to my husband and the people stand out th...
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8016 Ritchie Highway,, Pasadena, MD 21122
3.3
(6 reviews)
My mother is 95 years old and has had a lot of falls over the past few years. Lately she fell and broke her left shoulder. Once she went into the hospital for the shoulder break we noticed a sharp cognitive decline. Long story short, she can't...
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9701 Medical Center Dr, Rockville, MD 20850
3.2
(7 reviews)
My mother-in-law went to Shady Grove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was only there for three weeks. It was very clean. They looked like they were pretty well-staffed. Because my mother-in-law was a bit of a danger to herself with a lack of safe...
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613 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
3.2
(8 reviews)
My grandmother is in Genesis (Hammonds Lane Center), which was a suggestion from the hospital. The staff are very good and are taking really good care of her. The rooms are fine. She is in a two-person room, but she has been by herself. The dining ro...
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9701 Veirs Drive, Rockville, MD 20850
3.2
(24 reviews)
My sister is at The Village at Rockville - A National Lutheran Community for subacute rehab. We chose it because it's attractive and clean, and they took the insurance. They've been great. The staff has been terrific. The food varies, though some of ...
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6410 Old Sandy Spring Road, Laurel, MD 20707
3.2
(5 reviews)
My dad has moved into Shanti Homes, it's been a beautiful experience so far. Everything is good, he's happy and we're happy. The staff is very attentive to him and his needs. They feed him if they have to, they help him walk, and they make him feel c...
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Assisted Living
Meryl
4.0
Review of Sunrise of Chevy Chase
My mother is still at the Sunrise of Chevy Chase. She just moved to a smaller unit. It seems good for her. They know her well and they're supportive. It's nice, clean, and inviting. I haven't eaten...
Provider response
Hi Meryl, thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at Sunrise of Chevy Chase. We're glad to hear that your mother is enjoying her new suite and the various activities...
Assisted Living
Kathryn
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Chevy Chase
Sunrise of Chevy Chase was a Marriott hotel that was purchased and converted into an assisted living facility. It was very modern, very open, and had a lot of really nice windows, perhaps a little...
Provider response
Hi Kathryn, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Chevy Chase. We would be...
Assisted Living
Patrick
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Chevy Chase
Sunrise of Chevy Chase was excellent. I liked their sensitivity to an individual coming in and showing them around and the knowledge they have of the services. My friend is blind and they were able...
Provider response
Hi Patrick, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Chevy Chase. We would be...
At $6,000, Silver Spring’s assisted living costs are almost the most expensive in Maryland. Only the city of California, where monthly fees average at $6,200, is more costly. Seniors in Salisbury get assisted living for approximately $500 less per month when compared to Silver Spring, while the reduction in Baltimore is $1,000. The least expensive city in the state is Hagerstown, where fees average at $4,500.
Silver Spring
$6,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Baltimore
$5,000
Hagerstown
$4,500
California
$6,200
Salisbury
$5,500
When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Silver Spring and 34 other cities in Maryland.
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.
Inflation causes care costs to steadily increase in Silver Spring. Assisted living averaged $3,158 in 2022 and rose 9.6% to $3,460 in 2023. Monthly fees are estimated to increase by a further 7.7% to $3,726 in 2024. Despite rising costs, assisted living is significantly more affordable in Silver Spring than in nearby cities; in 2023, the median assisted living cost is $4,969 in Annapolis, $5,030 in Rockville and $5,238 in Bethesda. Also, assisted living communities in Silver Spring currently charge less than the state ($5,091) and nationwide ($4,459) averages.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Spring | $3,158 | $3,460 | $3,726 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Maryland | $4,613 | $5,091 | $5,153 |
| Annapolis | $4,536 | $4,969 | $5,351 |
| Rockville | $4,591 | $5,030 | $5,417 |
| Bethesda | $4,781 | $5,238 | $5,641 |
In Silver Spring, care costs depend on the type of care. Assisted living costs around $3,460 per month. Memory care and independent living are more affordable, running $3,300 and $2,485, respectively. Precise costs can vary widely depending on aspects such as specialized services and programs, individual support needs and whether an individual opts for a private or shared room. When deciding, it's important that seniors consider their requirements, preferences and budget.
Assisted Living
$3,460
Memory Care
$3,300
Independent Living
$2,485
There are many resources in Silver Spring,MD that assist seniors in their retirement. caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring's Maryland state page.
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 Silver Spring seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels of Takoma Park/Silver Spring | 301-434-1922 | Homebound seniors who live in Silver Spring, Takoma Park, Adelphi, Langley Park and Chillum can get nutritional assistance in their homes from Meals on Wheels of Takoma Park/Silver Spring. This program delivers prepared meals to participants who live inside the service area and have trouble shopping and/or preparing meals for themselves. Seniors at all income levels may apply, but a suggested $9 donation applies to most two-meal deliveries. A sliding scale is available when needed. |
| Capital Area Food Bank - Silver Spring | 202-644-9807 | The Capital Area Food Bank provides nutritious food and resources for those faced with food insecurity. It's the region's largest hunger relief organization, serving seniors in Washington, D.C., and six surrounding counties in Maryland and Virginia. Working with partner organizations, the food bank operates numerous distribution centers, mobile market sites and senior brown bag sites, and provides nutrition education courses. In Silver Spring, food distribution is offered at Silver Spring United Methodist Church on the first Thursday of each month. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Silver Spring 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) - Silver Spring | 240-777-3369 | Seniors residing in assisted living facilities throughout Maryland can register concerns about the quality of their care with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The ombudsman will investigate and seek to resolve issues with the owners of the facilities. If complaints are of a criminal nature, such as allegations of abuse, they will be passed on to the relevant authorities. The ombudsman also holds inspection reports for assisted living facilities, which are available to families on request. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Silver Spring have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland Home Repair Services | 301-990-0014 | Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland Home Repair Services offers a number of home safety and accessibility modifications for seniors inside the program's service area. Services offered include home repair, weatherization, mobility upgrades for disabled adults and improvements to energy efficiency. Participation is limited by the availability of funding and resources. Seniors may apply for the waiting list online or by calling the Habitat for Humanity program office. Applicant's income can be up to 80% of the median for some areas. |
Senior centers in Silver Spring bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Connection - Silver Spring | 301-962-0820 | Senior Connection has more than 20 years of experience providing free community-based services designed to help seniors increase their mobility, independence and quality of life. It's the county's largest provider of free escorted through-door transportation. Volunteers also prepare and deliver pantry boxes and provide friendly wellness calls to combat COVID-related isolation. These programs benefit more than 7,000 seniors in Gaithersburg and the surrounding area. |
| Holiday Park Senior Center | 240-777-4999 | The Holiday Park Senior Center in Silver Spring, MD, ensures that active seniors age 55 or older always have a way to stay active and social. A hot lunch is available five days a week, giving participants a chance to enjoy delicious, nutritious food with friends. There are also many activities in which to participate, ranging from art classes to extended trips to various locales. Free transportation services are available Monday through Friday. |
| White Oak Senior Center | 240-777-6944 | White Oak Senior Center is located in Silver Spring, MD, and serves seniors aged 55 and over in the Montgomery County area. The center offers a range of activities and programs to meet the specific needs of seniors. It provides scheduled exercise classes, sports activities, wellness services and educational lectures. Additional programs include technology classes, social events, travel groups and volunteer opportunities. A lunch service is offered to seniors attending activities in the center from Monday to Friday. |
Social Security offices in Silver Spring 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Spring Social Security Office 20903 | 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. |
Assistance is available for seniors unable to access or use private transportation. These community resources help elderly and disabled residents make journeys in and around Silver Spring, allowing them to run errands and attend appointments in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Connect-A-Ride (CAR) - Rockville | 301-738-3252 | Montgomery County seniors and adults with disabilities who need transportation assistance can reach out to Connect-A-Ride (CAR) in Rockville, MD, for help. CAR is a free referral service that provides information about transportation options, including schedules and eligibility requirements for private, public and volunteer transportation services. CAR also helps with applications for transportation programs such as Call-n-Ride and Metro Access and offers free workshops on using public transport. CAR is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Senior Rides - Silver Spring | 301-962-0820 | Senior Connection of Montgomery County in Silver Spring, Maryland, offers Senior Rides. It provides free transportation for seniors, helping them get to their medical appointments, social engagements and trips to the banks or grocery stores. All seniors aged 60 or older residing in Montgomery County are eligible for the program. They must call first to schedule their trips in advance and must notify the office of any additional stops. The service is only applicable for trips within the county. |
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. Silver Spring 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Homeowner Energy Efficiency Program | 301-990-0014 | Weatherization projects are free of charge and can help older adults save on their utility bills. Seniors who are eligible for this program can benefit from home improvement repairs such as insulation, appliance repair or replacement and air sealing. |
Silver Spring 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Spring Vet Center | 301-589-1073 | Silver Spring Vet Center is a nonmedical center providing counseling and confidential help to veterans in Silver Spring, MD. Trained counselors help veterans cope with grief and bereavement, mental health issues, military sexual trauma, PTSD and other post-service challenges. The center also works with various organizations that provide therapeutic activities to veterans. Counselors offer one-on-one counseling or group sessions, providing access to a strong support system for the participants. Silver Spring Vet Center also hosts virtual lunch-and-learn events. |
Silver Spring-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.
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