Situated 25 miles from Baltimore at the northern end of Upper Chesapeake Bay, the Harford County community of Aberdeen offers access to 22 assisted living communities, including 4 within the city. According to 2024 data, local assisted living communities charge a monthly rate of around $6,650, which runs $1,300 above the U.S. median but compares favorably to the state norm of $6,900.
In the following guide, we publish 153 reviews testimonials from local assisted living residents and visitors, giving you a closer look at the quality of care these facilities provide. Based on these reviews, local facilities have an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars stars.
452 W. Bel Air Avenue, Aberdeen, MD 21015
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt was a resident at Hummingbird for 3 years. She was happy and well taken care of. The staff provided phenominal care to her and the other residents. My aunt was able to maintain her dignity and health much longer than if she were to stay in..."
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41 East Bel Air Avenue, Aberdeen, MD 21001
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2530 Old County Rd, Newark, DE 19702
Located in historic Newark, Delaware, Harmony at Glasgow is a beautiful and spacious senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and secured memory care neighborhoods. Our thoughtfully designed community features a selection of modern apartment choices, engaging amenities, welcoming garden patios, restaurant-style dining, meaningful activities, and a full calendar of social events. While our living areas are stunning, what makes Harmony at Glasgow a wonderful place to live is the family-like environment shared between our residents, and care team. At Harmony at Glasgow, our varied and expertly designed floorplans fit any lifestyle. We embrace pets as part of our family-friendly atmosphere. It's just a part of what makes living here such a distinct pleasure – our people truly elevate the every day at our senior living community. Our family proudly serves yours, whether our team is tending to the laundry, leading a fitness class, or organizing an outing to Dover International Speedway. Our community is enhanced by thoughtful amenities such as a movie theater, bistro, library, game room and beautiful grounds with a walking path. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Delaware Division of Health Care Quality Licensed and Certified Long-Term Care Facilities
$5,125
4101 Harris Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
The Flower Pot, located at 4101 Harris Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland, offers a unique blend of assisted living and independent living within a warm, intimate residential setting. Nestled in a peaceful neighborhood, this charming and historic house has been thoughtfully renovated to combine classic character with modern comforts, creating a true home-like environment for its residents. Each resident enjoys a spacious private room, illuminated by natural light and enhanced with elegant hardwood floors and timeless furnishings that strike a balance between comfort and style. The home features a beautifully updated kitchen and modern bathrooms, ensuring that residents have all the conveniences of contemporary living within a cozy, traditional atmosphere. Wide, inviting hallways and thoughtfully arranged communal spaces are designed to promote both privacy and social connection. Throughout the residence, large windows invite ample sunlight, while rich wooden accents and warm lighting contribute to a serene and uplifting ambiance. Residents can relax in sunny sitting rooms, engage in conversations in the welcoming living area, or savor the outdoors from the tranquil garden. Every detail at The Flower Pot is crafted to foster a sense of peace, comfort, and belonging, allowing seniors to feel at home while receiving personalized care and support in a nurturing environment. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$4,500
3845 Brooklyn Ave, Baltimore, MD 21225
A warm, intimate setting where care feels personal, and every resident is treated like family. Our small-scale facility allows us to truly get to know each individual, creating a supportive environment that blends independence with the comfort of 24/7 assistance. Our dedicated and professional trained staff are here around the clock, offering compassionate support with daily living activities while encouraging residents to thrive. Residents enjoy home-cooked meals in a cozy dining setting, Families are encouraged to stay involved and participate in activities, visits and care planning. Here, you're not just receiving care; you're gaining a home, a community, and a team that's always by your side. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$3,000
4322 Glenmore Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My aunt moved to Loving Care Assisted Living, and I love everything about it. I love the staff and the cleanliness of the house. It's very welcoming and bright. How they treat my aunt is good. I love the meals that they prepare. Jasmine, the owner, w..."
$3,500
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2027 Woodbourne Ave, Baltimore, MD 21239
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I toured Stewart Manor. They were lovely. Their facility was well-maintained. They only have like 5 or 6 residents. The husband and wife that ran that, were lovely individuals. Stewart Manor has both private and shared rooms. They have a backyard and..."
$2,000
3781 Ravenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I was nervous about finding a place for my mother, but when I found this one, I was so glad I did ! . Not only was my mother well cared for here, but the staff and owner of the facility made me feel very welcome . They were also very helpful in keepi..."
$1,800
6616 O'Donnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured About That Life Assisted Living. I didn't go with anything else. I went because of the location and I liked the facility and it was very clean. The program, she ran it down to me, the things that my cousin would be doing, doctor's appointmen..."
$2,600
10881 York Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother is in a unique situation. He had a debilitating stroke when he was younger, now at only 55, his health was in decline and he needed assisted living. The staff at Viva are so vibrant and joyful. They've treated my brother with so much res..."
$4,290
4002 Mortimer Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I like Humble Hearts Assisted Living. It's on a nice quiet street. The gentleman who showed me around was very pleasant. He showed me all of the rooms and their security system. The necessary paperwork that they had to have was displayed. I like the ..."
$2,000
6451 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21212
4.7
(18 reviews)
"We toured Charter Senior Living of Towson. I liked the person that did the interview, she was wonderful and a very compassionate person. The location was a little too far for me to travel to visit, but I liked the place and everything it had to offer..."
$6,495
1320 Windlass Drive, Baltimore, MD 21220
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Woodlands Assisted Living was very clean, very ornate, and very fancy on the inside, as far as the foyer went. It was very nice. The apartment was very clean and small. The good thing was it had its own bathroom and shower, which was very nice. The s..."
$6,500
924 Barksdale Road, Newark, DE 19711
4.6
(3 reviews)
"I toured Juniper Village at Newark. I liked the rooms because they were nice, big, and spacious, and they allowed dogs. The bathroom was handicapped-accessible, so it was very big, and I wouldn't have to climb over a tub. The staff was friendly and n..."
$4,390
10815 Powers Avenue, Cockeysville, MD 21030
4.5
(5 reviews)
"I toured Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley and liked that it was a house. I liked the nursing staff-to-patient ratio. I also liked how the rooms were clean and set up and how they addressed the fact that every patient was different becaus..."
$4,000
820 Middletown Odessa Rd, Middletown, DE 19709
4.5
(5 reviews)
"I can't think of anything that I don't like about Meadowcrest at Middletown. My father has been there for about a week now, and so far, everything has been positive. I like that even though it's an independent care facility, there is some light monit..."
$4,788
4304 Parkmont Ave, Baltimore, MD 21206
4.5
(9 reviews)
"I went to Angel Core Home of Care. The common area was nice-sized and nicely furnished. The dining area was of pretty good size. The kitchen doesn't make much difference because she wouldn't be cooking. It had nice new flooring and the bedrooms were ..."
$2,000
1813 Old Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21221
4.5
(11 reviews)
"I visited Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek and toured for memory care. I met with the person who does the tours, and we talked about what kind of programs they had. We discussed the difference between assisted living and managed memory care,..."
$4,095
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1 Colgate Road, Forest Hill, MD 21050
4.5
(22 reviews)
"We chose Forest Hill Heights over another local assisted living because it was brighter, had a wealth of activities to offer every day of the week, had 24 hour nursing care (not just a nurse on call), essentially allowed 24 hour visitation (not just ..."
$6,620
9900 Walther Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21234
4.5
(14 reviews)
"The Cottages of Perry Hall is always clean. It's individual cottages and there's 16 residents in each cottage. Every month the main room and the hallways are decorated for whatever holiday is that month. They're always changing, and it's always brigh..."
$4,995
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5.0
Review of Hummingbird Manor Assisted Living Inn
My aunt was a resident at Hummingbird for 3 years. She was happy and well taken care of. The staff provided phenominal care to her and the other residents. My aunt was able to maintain her...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that assisted living residents in Aberdeen pay around $6,650 per month. While this rate trends $250 below the state norm, it exceeds the national median of $5,350. Local rates also run high compared to fees in nearby communities. For example, in Cumberland, care costs come in about $1,600 below rates in Aberdeen, and in Salisbury, seniors spend around $1,750 less.
Aberdeen
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Salisbury
$4,899
Private funds are usually accessed for the cost of assisted living facilities. There is a program in Maryland, the Home and Community Based Options Waiver, that will help pay for services received while in assisted living. Senior Assisted Group Home Subsidy Program that utilizes government funds to assist eligible seniors who live is small facilities with four to 16 residents and cannot afford to pay for assisted living facilities.
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.
Assisted living expenses in Aberdeen fall near $6,650 per month, putting them within range of home-based options, such as in-home care and home health care, which have respective monthly fees of around $6,864 and $6,292. Seniors who choose adult day health care pay considerably less, with rates coming in at approximately $2,275. However, nursing homes set higher fees of about $11,756 for shared living units.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,650
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$11,756
Note: Since data for Aberdeen is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, City, instead.
Many organizations offer free resources for Aberdeen residents who are living in or thinking of moving to an assisted living facility. Local government organizations and nonprofits may offer wellness services, benefits counseling or other practical services to help seniors understand their options and access the support they need.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Harford County Office on Aging | (410) 638-3025 | Harford County Office on Aging delivers a variety of services to help seniors live independently and remain active members of the community. It maintains senior centers and runs the SHIP program for older adults looking for advice about health insurance. It also oversees the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. |
| Adult Evaluation and Review Services | (410) 942-7999 | Harford County Health runs an Adult Evaluation and Review service. This service provides comprehensive assessments for local older adults to determine whether they could benefit from placement in local community programs. The goal of the service is to help local seniors delay or avoid the move to long-term care services. |
| Aberdeen Veterans Outstation | (410) 272-6771 | The Veterans Outstation provides a number of services for veterans and their immediate families. It runs counseling, outreach and education sessions and can also refer veterans to other VA services. Seniors who are looking for advice about VA pensions and benefits can request a referral to a VSO who can assist with completing forms or filing appeals. |
Aberdeen-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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