Brightview Towson
20 East Burke Avenue, Towson, MD, 21286
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Brightview had a lot of activities to keep us busy and entertainment. They had a bus. It was an upscale place. Most of the staff was friendly and caring...."
READ MOREBaltimore City’s many assisted living communities provide seniors with the care services they need, such as cleaning their rooms, while not infringing on their independence. They’re also safe spaces, with 24-hour supervision and security. Costs in Baltimore City, according to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, average $5,000 per month. This equals the state average, although it’s $700 more than the national average.
This guide covers assisted living costs in Maryland, which vary between cities. It also explores the advantages and disadvantages of living in Baltimore City and lists some of the resources that can make assisted living more affordable.
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20 East Burke Avenue, Towson, MD, 21286
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Brightview had a lot of activities to keep us busy and entertainment. They had a bus. It was an upscale place. Most of the staff was friendly and caring...."
READ MORE2200 Pleasant Villa Avenue, Catonsville, MD, 21228
4.0
(2 reviews)
"My Grandmother moved to LifeSpring from living at home on her own. We thought she would have a hard time adjusting but it was just the opposite. She loves doing activities and enjoys meals with friends instead of eating alone. Great decision to move ..."
READ MORE613 Hammonds Ln, Brooklyn Park, MD, 21225
3.4
(7 reviews)
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE16 Fusting Ave, Catonsville, MD, 21228
3.5
(6 reviews)
"My father has been living in Autumn Lake Healthcare for rehab for a month. The nurses are very helpful and kind. Even though my father speaks only a little English, the nurses always try to communicate with him and help him out. The doctors there are..."
READ MORE400 Georgia Court, Towson, MD, 21204
3.7
(3 reviews)
"My mom was a resident of Presbyterian Home of Maryland for several years. They took exceptional care of her. I know many other folks that lived at there during her stay and they all said it was wonderful. Personally I was always treated well and was ..."
READ MORE848 South Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD, 21228
4.0
(4 reviews)
"I fell in love with Brightview Rolling Hills. I've been dealing with them for a while. My long-term care has already checked them out, and they said it's an okay community. That's where I wanted to go. I love the place, they're excellent in terms of ..."
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101 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD, 21208
3.7
(3 reviews)
"We got the chance to walk around Woodholme Springs Assisted Living. We saw numerous activities every time we came. Basically, they were doing the different activities they had posted downstairs. When you come in the door and you go to the board, you ..."
READ MORE7925 York Road, Towson, MD, 21204
3.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother is in Seaton Towson. The director came to the previous rehabilitation center my mom had been in. The LPN used her skilled nursing ability to assess my mother on two occasions, and the second occasion enables my mother to be able to be eligi..."
READ MORE7700 York Rd, Towson, MD, 21204
2.6
(10 reviews)
"There’s one staff member there, I actually don’t know her exact job title, but she is incredible. Tami. So knowledgeable, so helpful. Took time to briefly explain the facility and everything offered. We were just visiting to see the place before my m..."
READ MORE7600 Clays Lane, Windsor Mill, MD, 21244
2.3
(6 reviews)
"I don't usually write reviews but after touring this facility, I absolutely had do. One of the managers named Sheena showed me around the place and she was very caring and had a personal relationship with the residents. I could tell that she truly ca..."
READ MORE55 Wade Avenue, c/o Spring Grove Hospital, Catonsville, MD, 21228
516 Fairmount Ave, Towson, MD, 21286
1801 Wentworth Rd, Parkville, MD, 21234
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE4012 Buckingham Road, Gwynn Oak, MD, 21207
"Assisted Living at Buckingham Manor is an assisted living community. We offer apartment-style living designed to focus on providing assistan..."
READ MORE7700 Oakleigh Road, Parkville, MD, 21234
394 Washington Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD, 21060
7204 Barlow Court, Windsor Mill, MD, 21244
390 Washington Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD, 21060
14 Proctor Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD, 21060
12 Proctor Avenue, Glen Burnie, MD, 21061
The Maryland Department of Health is responsible for ensuring the state’s assisted living facilities conform to standards. The day-to-day work is carried out by the Office of Health Care Quality, which issues and revokes licenses. Some work is also carried out by the Long-Term Care Ombudsman, whose reports can influence decisions regarding licensing.
In Baltimore City, the average monthly cost of assisted living is $5,000. Families comparing individual assisted living communities may want to consider other cities as costs can differ greatly, as the figures revealed in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey show.
Baltimore City’s assisted living costs of $5,000 are typical for Maryland. Although they’re above the national average, this is expected, considering the city’s proximity to Washington D.C., where costs average $6,000 per month. Hagerstown is the only city in the area with lower costs than Baltimore City. At $4,500, they’re $1,000 less than the fees paid by Salisbury’s seniors and $1,700 below California’s typical costs.
Baltimore City
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Washington D.C.
$6,000
Hagerstown
$4,500
California
$6,200
Salisbury
$5,500
Despite assisted living including room and board, its fees of $5,000 are only slightly above home health care, which typically costs $4,957 (although home care is a more affordable $4,671). The least expensive option is suitable for mobile seniors who can attend adult day care centers, where fees average at $1,896. The least affordable option is nursing home care. Seniors can expect to pay around $11,984 for a semiprivate room and $12,805 for a private room.
Home care
$4,671
Home health care
$4,957
Adult day health care
$1,896
Assisted living
$5,000
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,984
Nursing home (private room)
$12,805
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.
The following resources are only some examples of help that families can apply for to make assisted living more affordable and comfortable for their loved ones.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (800) 827-1000 | The VA Aid and Attendance benefit is a payment made to qualifying U.S. military veterans to help cover some of their residential care costs. The benefit is also available to spouses. Payments are made monthly with the VA pension and can be up to $1,881 for a single vet, $2,230 for a couple and $1,209 for a surviving spouse. To apply, the senior must already be a resident in a senior living facility. VeteranAid.org provides a useful tool on their website for vets to check if they qualify. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (410) 396-3144 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for the rights of seniors residing in care communities throughout Maryland. Ombudsmen routinely make unannounced visits to assisted living facilities to speak to the residents and inform them of their rights. Additionally, ombudsmen will investigate complaints made by residents, their families and third parties. Families who want to know more about assisted living communities on their shortlists can apply to the ombudsman for more information, including occasions when the facilities violated standards. |
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) | (410) 396-2273 | SHIP is a program that’s free of charge for seniors who are Medicare beneficiaries and those aged 64+ who need help with enrolling in a plan. Counselors provide confidential one-on-one information and advice about various Medicare plans, which can give seniors the coverage they need. The counselors can also discuss private health care insurance, although they won’t try to sell plans as their advice is unbiased. |
Baltimore City Senior Centers | (410) 396-1337 | There are 13 senior centers in Baltimore, each delivering a range of services and providing support for seniors in the surrounding areas. These services can include easy access to counselors who can help older citizens learn more about health plan options, such as Medicaid, and professionals who can conduct health screenings and vaccinations. There is also a range of programs for improving fitness, learning new skills and enhancing wellness. Additionally, centers offer hot and freshly prepared lunches. |
Baltimore City-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.