Dignity at Home Senior Care
9701 Apollo Drive Suite 301, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774
Bowie, a city in central Maryland located roughly 30 minutes northeast of Washington, DC., appears on Caring’s 2022 Senior Living Report for the strength of its quality of life ratings and proximity to world-class health care. Johns Hopkins Hospital, ranked among the nation’s best medical facilities in cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and many other specializations, is less than an hour north in Baltimore. An annual price study by Genworth Financial finds that the average monthly cost of home care in Bowie is $4,957. Seniors may find that home health care, which, unlike home care, employs medical professionals, is slightly more expensive on a month-to-month basis.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in the Bowie area – complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.
9701 Apollo Drive Suite 301, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774
6604 Adrian Street , New Carrollton, MD, 20784
"At Ameristar Healthcare Services, Inc., our commitment is to maintain the dignity of those who have placed their confidence in us for top qu..."
READ MORE5704 Jefferson St , Riverdale, MD, 20737
"Quality Home Health Care You Can Rely On Caring for our loved ones can often be very time consuming, and with hectic schedules, it can f..."
READ MORE10111 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy Suite 118, Bowie, MD, 20720
4785 Dorsey Hall Drive, Suite 122 , Ellicott City, MD, 21042
14401 Dunstable Court , Bowie, MD, 20721
"Who We Are Choosing the right home care is one of the most difficult and important life decisions that a family can make, whether the car..."
READ MORE1700 Rockville Pike, Suite 422431, Rockville, MD, 20852
6022 New Forest Court , Waldorf, MD, 20602
4601 Presidents Dr, Suite 232 , Lanham, MD, 20706
"Our Mission Our mission is to provide quality health care with dignity and respect to the sick or medically fragile and dually diagnosed ..."
READ MORE12512 Sturdee Dr , Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772
Bowie’s average monthly cost for home care is identical to the U.S. average and roughly $200 less than the Maryland average. The state’s prices for home care are highest in Hagerstown, which is in the western part of the state. Seniors in the city of California, which is one of Maryland’s southernmost locations, see the state’s lowest reported prices for home care.
Bowie
$4,957
Maryland
$5,148
The United States
$4,957
Cumberland
$4,957
Hagerstown
$5,148
California
$4,576
Salisbury
$4,957
Bowie’s average monthly price for home health care is approximately $100 higher than that of basic home care. Seniors interested in the social aspects of retirement life may choose assisted living care instead, which is roughly $200 cheaper than home care on a monthly basis. Adult day health care is easily the least expensive option at $1,927 monthly. However, nursing home care, which is often necessary for seniors with chronic illnesses, is more than twice as expensive as any other long-term care option in Bowie.
Home Care
$4,957
Home Health Care
$5,053
Adult Day Health Care
$1,927
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,798
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
Maryland’s government offices and independent nonprofit organizations offer the following assistive programs. Some are specific to Bowie or Prince George’s County, while others serve all Maryland residents.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Maryland Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use | (240) 230-8000 | Seniors can turn to this state-run program for free used durable medical equipment. Items available from the program include wheelchairs, scooters, shower chairs, mechanical lifts and bathroom safety railings, among others. There's no age requirement and no doctor's note is needed; the program is open to all Maryland residents. |
Meals on Wheels (MOW) of Central Maryland | (410) 558-0827 | This nonprofit delivers daily meals directly to the doorsteps of Bowie seniors. In addition to providing the meal delivery service, MOW Central Maryland volunteers provide wellness checks and crisis intervention when needed. Seniors can also sign up for the organization's Phone Pal program for regular check-ins with supportive volunteers. |
Prince George's County Senior Property Tax Credit | (301) 952-3700 | Prince George's County senior residents may be eligible for a property tax credit that reduces their property taxes by 20%. To qualify, they must be at least aged 65 and have owned the property for at least a decade. The tax credit may be used on properties with values of up to $500,000. |
Bowie Senior Center | (301) 809-2377 | Operators of the Bowie Senior Center's Information and Referral hotline can help seniors with questions regarding health care coverage, housing options, elder law and similar topics. Seniors unable to leave their homes can also take advantage of the city's free curb-to-curb transportation to Bowie Senior Center events. |
Maryland Weatherization Assistance Program (MWAP) | (855) 583-8976 | The MWAP helps Bowie homeowners modify their homes with energy-efficient upgrades that lower electric bills while bolstering home safety and improving quality of life. These upgrades may include installing new lighting, water heaters and insulation. There are income requirements, but all Marylanders who receive SSI are automatically eligible to participate. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.