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The Terraces at Westminster
45 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157
"I did a tour of The Terraces at Westminster. It was very nice, but the price range was way up. They had everything there...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,100
The Best Assisted Living Communities in Carroll County, MD
Our comprehensive listings and ...
authentic reviews in Carroll County, MD below include 273 Assisted Living facilities with 2037 reviews. On average in Carroll County, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.2 out of 5 stars.
To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Carroll County, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
273 Providers
Nova Springs
2261 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD 21048
"I toured Nova Springs. They were my first pick, and they still are. It was very clean, very functional, very open, and...
Assisted Living
$4,350
The Red Door Assisted Living
504 Gwynnwest Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136
"I liked the location of The Red Door Assisted Living. It was very close to my house. The meals are included and my...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,600
Warm Heart Family Assisted Living
16350 Camalo Dr, Mount Airy, MD 21771
"Warm Heart Family seemed to be a nice facility but didn’t have the means necessary to handle my father’s condition. The...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,000
Lorien Taneytown
100 Antrim Blvd., Taneytown, MD 21787
"My mother is moving into Lorien Taneytown. We've had experience with Lorien before at one of their other facilities, so...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
$4,545
Lorien Mt. Airy
713 Midway Avenue, Mount Airy, MD 21771
"I liked Lorien Mt Airy. Everyone was very pleasant, and the people looked very happy. It's a beautiful facility, and I...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
$5,000
Angel's Touch Assisted Living
12900 Frederick Rd, West Friendship, MD 21794
Angel's Touch is a unique assisted living community for senior adults. As we eventually come to see, aging can be a...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,000
Lorien Encore
11150 Resort Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
"My brother in law was here for rehab following surgery. He received excellent care and was able to return home and...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+1
$5,197
Springhouse of Pikesville
8911 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208
"My mother was a resident of another facility. We are wondering why we didn't move her here first! We love Lindsay and...
Assisted Living
$3,775
Woodholme Gardens
1700 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD 21208
"We really liked Woodholme Gardens. It was located in a really nice wooded type area. The accommodations were beautiful...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,669
Elternhaus Assisted Living
4201 Linthicum Road, Dayton, MD 21036
"Need more than five stars for Elternhaus and staff. Couldn't be happier for my Mom to be under such good care in...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,500
Aventura at the Heights
7218 Park Heights Ave, Pikesville, MD 21208
"My sister moved into Aventura at the Heights. It's an old house that has been refurbished, there's a lovely...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,295
Sterling Care Assisted Living
3617 Seven Mile Lane, Pikesville, MD 21208
Welcome To Sterling Hospitality Kosher Assisted Living! Our Residents receive respectful and compassionate care 24...
Assisted Living
$4,500
Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City
3100 N. Ridge Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21043
"It is very pleasant and nice. They appear to be caring with the patients. My mom is in their memory care unit. They have...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,875
Taylor and Jackie Assisted Living
6910 Fieldcrest Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215
"Taylor and Jackie Assisted Living was a little small, but everything looked nice. It was the first time I've been in...
Assisted Living
$2,000
Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville
10881 York Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030
"My brother is in a unique situation. He had a debilitating stroke when he was younger, now at only 55, his health was in...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,290
Howell's Care 3
6111 Western Run Dr, Baltimore, MD 21209
Our goal is to support quality of life in the community. Provide exceptional compassionate care and to enhance...
Assisted Living
$2,500
You First Personal Care
337 Frederick St., Hanover, PA 17331
"When I first drove up to the nursing home, I was not impressed with the architecture and the deplorable conditions of...
Assisted Living
$2,250
Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley
10815 Powers Avenue, Cockeysville, MD 21030
"My dad is at Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley. The number one reason why we chose it was because it was...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,000
Inspirations Memory Care of Lutherville
1414 Front Ave, Lutherville, MD 21093
"My husband stayed at Inspirations Memory Care of Lutherville for about a month. I was very pleased with it. They were...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,200
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Paying for Assisted Living in Carroll County
As Carroll County borders Baltimore County, it’s likely that it shares its average monthly price of $5,000 for assisted living, per the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. The median cost for assisted living in Carroll County is the same as the state’s and $700 above the national average.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Carroll County, MD and Nearby Cities
Because Carroll County is also on the border with Pennsylvania, it may be useful to compare the costs of assisted living there with cities across state lines. In Gettysburg and York, Pennsylvania, the respective assisted living median costs of $3,443 and $4,260 are notably lower than in Carroll County.
Within Maryland and west of Carroll County, in areas including Hagerstown ($4,500) and Cumberland ($4,665), assisted living prices are more affordable. However, in the southeastern city of Salisbury, assisted living costs $500 more per month than in Carroll County. On the other side of the state, in the southwestern town of California, assisted living is $1,200 more expensive than in Carroll County. The county may not be the most affordable place in the state for assisted living, but the average cost is equivalent to the Maryland median price. Additionally, the area is an attractive retirement destination thanks to its array of senior-friendly recreational options, programs and cultural amenities.
Carroll County/Baltimore County
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Gettysburg, PA
$3,443
York, PA
$4,260
Hagerstown
$4,500
Cumberland
$4,665
Salisbury
$5,500
California
$6,200
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Carroll County
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.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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.
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Free Assisted Living Resources in Carroll County
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Access Point (MAP) of Carroll County | (410) 386-3800 | Carroll County’s Maryland Access Point is managed by the Bureau of Aging and Disabilities and is the first point of contact between seniors and countywide programs. Seniors can contact MAP for information and referrals to services such as insurance counseling, financial help for assisted living and contact with local senior centers. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program of Carroll County | (410) 386-3600 | The county’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman program can help seniors and their caregivers locate a suitable assisted living facility, investigate resident complaints and mediate conflicts. Volunteers with the program advocate on behalf of seniors and inspect assisted living communities and other facilities to ensure they meet statewide care standards. |
| Maryland Legal Aid Midwestern Maryland Office | (301) 694-7414 | Seniors in Carroll County can get in touch with the Midwestern Maryland Office for pro bono legal services and advice. Lawyers with the program offer telephone and in-person consultations and in some cases, free representation. Older adults can get advice on civil matters including family law, living wills and financial benefits. |
| The Consumer Guide to Long-Term Care | (410) 764-3460 | The Consumer Guide to Long-Term Care is a free directory put together by the state’s Health Care Commission. Older adults can receive advice about assisted living communities in Carroll County, find out what their long-term care options are and obtain advice on financial assistance. |
| Living Healthy, Living Well in Carroll County | (410) 386-3818 | This countywide program provides a series of online classes and materials for seniors. Workshops include classes on managing chronic illness, preventing falls and managing pain. Additionally, older adults can receive several helpful tool kits in the mail. The classes are usually available on a rotating schedule, and participants need to sign up in advance. |
| The Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs | (410) 260-3838 | The state’s VA department offers many services to older adults who served in the military. VA representatives can help veteran seniors identify and apply for state and federal military pensions and compensation. Additional services include veterans’ health care and referral to local VA centers. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Carroll County
Carroll County-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
Assisted Living
S. Wolfe
5.0
Review of Lorien Mt. Airy
My mother moved to Lorien in July 2025 and she has made a remarkable improvement physically and cognitively speaking. The entire staff has been so helpful from the move -in process, to proper med...
Assisted Living
Reviewer#ET0913a
5.0
Review of Brightview Westminster Ridge
My wife will move into Brightview Westminster Ridge. It's very nice. They have a full kitchen. She's got two rooms, and the price is right. They have a restaurant - the eating area. They have a pub...
Provider response
Welcome to Brightview Westminster Ridge! We are glad to partner with your family in this new chapter!
Assisted Living
Marcia
5.0
Review of North Pines Assisted Living
North Pines Assisted Living was very nice, but there were a lot more residents, and I just felt that if there's a person who's very social and enjoys a lot of people, it's fine. However, my husband...
