Assisted Living Communities in Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Upper Marlboro sits on the Western Branch of the Patuxent River and serves as the seat of Prince George’s County. According to 2024 senior care cost information, assisted living facilities in this city levy a monthly fee of around $7,348, with local rates surpassing Maryland’s median of $6,900. To provide access to a diverse range of options, there are 521 assisted living communities in and around Upper Marlboro.
You can get an in-depth look at local assisted living facilities by reading through the 2174 reviews reviews in our directory, which contribute to an overall quality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
Directory of Assisted Living in Upper Marlboro, MD
"I visited Goodwin House. I am impressed with the residents and the staff. I am also impressed with the activities. The facility was carefully laid out. It's attractive, homey, and lovely...."
"I toured Brightview South River. I liked that the minute that you walk through the door, you're treated like you're special. They know everybody's names and know what everybody likes. They don't treat you like a prisoner or treat you like a piece of ..."
"What I like best about Riderwood Senior Living Community is that it's large and has a very active population, lots of activities, and a pretty campus. Several of my friends live there and they are very happy. The least that I like is its location. I'..."
"I have stayed at Greenspring Senior Living. You get good care there. It's closer to my daughter, she can be there in ten minutes from her work and her home, and that is very convenient for me and her. I also liked the activities, the physical therapy..."
"The Montclaire Manor was suggested by a social worker from a hospital my mom was in, so I went with it. Mom seems to like the community, so we’re going to leave her there. It’s working out well for her so far. The staff is very good. She shares a roo..."
"My father has been in Corkran for about three years now. It's has a nice, very professional environment that's well kept and organized. We like the location and the size, too. The staff is knowledgeable, caring, and prompt. I have not tried the food ..."
"Brightview Bethesda Woodmont is a very nice facility. It's located in downtown Bethesda. The space felt smaller compared to the other place because it's a city facility, but it's very well-appointed. The common areas were spacious, but it didn't feel..."
"I would consider Larmax Homes. It's the one I had an actual in-person tour of. I like the house a great deal. It was small but the room that was available was too small, that's why I didn't choose it. They had us touring very carefully. We wore masks..."
"I toured Livingston Place at Southern Ave and I like that on each floor, they had different types of rooms for the residents to have something to do. For instance, the fifth floor had a pool room. The fourth floor has a lounge area, like a little kit..."
"My mother has moved into Cridge Home Care Assisted Living III. I like that it's small so you get more attention from the residents. There are nurse visits several times a week, so that's helpful. They're good at keeping me abreast of how well my mom'..."
"Mom is at Brightview Rolling Hills and they are just fabulous. It was the first place we looked at. They are exceptional in friendliness and creativity. Even the housekeepers are just wonderful at trying to take care of the people there. They have at..."
"The facility is very nice!! The employees there do a lot to ensure the safety and overall enjoyment of their residents while they are staying at this facility. If someone is a smoker then this may not be the place for them. They DO NOT allow smoking ..."
"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 ..."
3023 Arundel On the Bay Road # A, Annapolis, MD 21403
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is staying at HeartHomes at Bay Ridge. She's on level 2 memory care. She can still feed and dress herself, but she needs reminding. She needs help brushing her teeth, and she needs help with medicine. We've been pleased with the care she's ..."
"The rooms are small but with people living have a small bath room for their own pivate use. Assited living facilities that I looked at offered-two people to aroom with just a snki ans toilet to use. The small bathrooms at Hold-are clean with plenty ..."
"I chose The Georgetown Retirement Residence because it was cheaper than the other facilities I saw. I liked the atmosphere, protocol, food and location. My mom and stepdad had an apartment with two bedroom and two bathroom. They put two apartments to..."
"I walked into the assisted living facility with my boyfriend to visit his aunt who had recebtly been moved there and was immediatly greeted by friendly front desk attendants. The room where my boyfriends aunt was staying was clean and cute, the staff..."
"My brother has moved into Sadie's Serenity Creekside. The lady that runs it is very good. It's a house, and she has four people in there. She seems to be okay. I'm not there the whole time, but it seems like she takes very good care of them. However,..."
"My mom is at Birchwood Group Home II. It is great. They are very friendly. The place is clean and very nice. It is very homey. The room is very spacious. It seems like the people are very caring. The staff is very knowledgeable about the medication t..."
"My mom is in the assisted living of Arbor Terrace Fulton. So far it has been very, very good. The facilities are nice. They are involved in getting the residents to engage in activities and things like that. They have a doctor on the premises, so eve..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
In Upper Marlboro, the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows the median cost of assisted living at around $7,348 per month. This price exceeds the national norm of $5,350 and Maryland’s baseline rate of $6,900, and it tracks well above costs in neighboring cities. In Cumberland, for example, rates hover near $5,027, and in Salisbury, facilities charge about $2,450 less.
Upper Marlboro
$7,348
Maryland
$6,900
United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Baltimore
$6,650
Salisbury
$4,899
Paying for Assisted Living in Upper Marlboro
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Upper Marlboro
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 Care
Assisted living costs in Upper Marlboro come in near $7,348 per month, making it one of the city's more expensive senior care solutions. By comparison, seniors spend around $6,292 for home health care, and in-home care agencies charge roughly $5,911. Adult day health care services cost around $2,275, although nursing home rates run higher at approximately $12,623. Â
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Upper Marlboro is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Upper Marlboro
Seniors and their families may seek assistance from many free or low-cost community resources provided by the city of Upper Marlboro 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.
The state’s Department of Aging administers several outreach programs to make Maryland more senior-friendly. The state funds programs for area communities to enhance the lives of area seniors, including providing financial and physical support and providing health screenings and information about topics that affect the elderly.
The office of the long-term care ombudsman is tasked with protecting the interests of those in long-term care homes, including investigating complaints made by families on behalf of residents or by residents themselves. Representatives of this agency also help local seniors find the right assisted living home for their needs, offering unbiased evaluations of each community and helping families with the application and transition processes.
DC Shares is a medical equipment loan closet open to Washington, D.C., and Prince George County residents. The loan closet provides indefinite loans of durable medical equipment, including prosthetics, walkers, canes, wheelchairs, shower benches, toileting chairs, and blood pressure cuffs.
Local attorneys offer pro bono services for elderly residents who cannot afford their own. Lawyers represent seniors in cases of elder abuse or neglect or on their behalf in landlord-tenant disputes. Other services include divorce and bankruptcy filing and drafting wills and trusts, living wills and durable or temporary power of attorney.
Prince George County has several programs for older adults and their caretakers, including caregiver respite and training, health and wellness services, including dental services for seniors and helps with placement in long-term care.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Upper Marlboro
Upper Marlboro-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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Tawana
5.0
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Abundantly Blessed Assisted Living
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...
Provider response
Hello Tawana!
Thank you so much for this warm and kind review of our facility and staff. Your aunt is receiving loving, high-quality care every day. So happy that you feel comfortable when you...
The staff provides a lot of love and support to the residents in a beautiful home. Just the place to entrust your family member.
Provider response
Hello Ms. Alma,
I want to thank you for coming out to tour our community. Grateful for your kind word's and vote of confidence. We certainly look forward to serving our seniors with love and...