There are an estimated 110,000 Maryland residents aged 65 and older who have Alzheimer’s disease, and some of them are in the city of Towson. Out of the estimated 55,197 Towson residents, 16.1 percent are in the 65+ age group. For those who need memory care, there are two facilities in the city and 22 in nearby areas, such as Baltimore and Pikesville.
Assisted living programs (ALPs) in Towson and the rest of Maryland are licensed by the Department of Health. ALPs that provide Alzheimer’s and dementia care are subject to special requirements regarding facility security and staff training; they also must provide a disclosure form that describes specifications of the facility, such as information about the staff and aspects of resident care.