Elance at West End by Cogir
5550 Cardinal Pl, Alexandria, VA 22304
4.2
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5550 Cardinal Pl, Alexandria, VA 22304
4.2
"Discover Elegance at Elancé West End by Cogir Located just minutes from historic Old Town, Elance at West End by Cogir, will provide a co..."
READ MORE400 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314
5.0
"Elevate your everyday! Elancé at Old Town Alexandria is both a haven and a hub where you can relax and create. With abundant lifestyle am..."
READ MORE4111 Springdale Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
"Welcome to Montane Manor Assisted Living facility. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a ha..."
READ MORE5401 Temple Hill Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748
"Everything inside is brand new! Our facility features high end furnished private rooms with private baths, commercial chef kitchen, and..."
READ MORE11901 Falls Road, Potomac, MD 20854
5.0
(2 reviews)
"After a lengthy search, we found the perfect home for Mom that checked all the boxes: Safe, clean, attentive staff, home-cooked meals, happy residents and conveniently located near family. The home has good natural light and the sun in Mom’s room m..."
READ MORE3513 Mase Lane, Bowie, MD 20715
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Clean facility/home. Personable and caring staff. Highly recommend...."
READ MORE3440 Berkeley Street, Alexandria, VA 22302
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Benchmark at Alexandria's assisted living last month. They were having a change of staff and were just setting up the facility. We ate lunch there, and it was very tasty and good. They had quite a selection and a variety of food available. A..."
READ MORE10461 Waterfowl Terrace, Columbia, MD 21044
5.0
(2 reviews)
"just want to say that I could not be more happy with the care and hospitality that my Mom is receiving at Bryant Woods Manor. It is a tremendous relief for me to know that she is receiving this incredible level of professional and personal care, whic..."
READ MORE18100 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..."
READ MORE1131 Walker Rd, Great Falls, VA 22066
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured The Residence at Colvin Run, and they were fantastic. They were good. What I liked most was the staff and the salesperson who gave me the tour. They knew people's names. They were saying hello to each of the residents and addressing people. ..."
READ MORE1302 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..."
READ MORE9801 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..."
READ MORE12001 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..."
READ MORE9201 Rosemont Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I have moved into Goddard Comfort Homes. They have been very great. They have been good with everything. They've delivered everything they've said. The owners are very responsive. If you have any concerns or questions, they listen and act on it. The..."
READ MORE20 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..."
READ MORE21714 Rolling Ridge Lane, Laytonsville, MD 20882
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love. The environment is neat and well kept. I would indeed recommend this place for..."
READ MORE6669 Gouthier Road, Falls Church, VA 22042
5.0
(11 reviews)
"Rooms are very nice, bright & light Food is very good Caregiver/patient ratio is really good..."
READ MORE9619 Burke Lake Road, Burke, VA 22015
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I visited Sunrise at Silas Burke House. They offer assisted living too, but I didn't see that area, just the memory care. It was a gorgeous facility. They have an outdoor area for the people there, and the memory care is beautiful. It had beautiful f..."
READ MORE14533 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..."
READ MORE1320 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..."
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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...
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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) |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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.