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Assisted Living Communities in Catonsville, Maryland

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Catonsville, MD and Nearby Cities

Catonsville’s average cost of $5,000 per month puts it midrange on the price spectrum for communities throughout Maryland. Costs are lower in Hagerstown and Cumberland, where prices average $4,500 and $4,665, respectively. Salisbury’s median cost is $500 more expensive at $5,500 per month. In California, the state’s most expensive area, the average rate is $6,200, which is $1,200 above what Catonsville seniors pay.

Catonsville

$5,000

Maryland

$5,000

The United States

$4,300

Hagerstown

$4,500

Cumberland

$4,665

Salisbury

$5,500

California

$6,200

Paying for Assisted Living in Catonsville

Assisted living in Catonsville costs an average of $5,000 per month, according to the Genworth Financial 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is identical to Maryland’s statewide median cost. Across the nation, the average rate is $4,300 per month.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Catonsville

The state of Maryland pays for assisted living services in Level II and Level III ALPs through the Medicaid 1915(c)Home and Community-Based Options Waiver Program. There is also a Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy Program funded by the state.

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Catonsville, MD

Catonsville has several senior care alternatives which accommodate varying needs for support and medical attention. Adult day health care is the most economical choice at $1,896 for individuals who only need weekday supervision. Homemaker and home health aide services, with respective average monthly costs of $4,671 and $4,957, can be suitable options for seniors who prefer to receive assistance in their own homes. Nursing homes provide the highest level of care and charge an average of $11,984 per month for semiprivate rooms and $12,805 for private rooms.

Homemaker Services

$4,671

Home Health Aide

$4,957

Adult Day Health Care

$1,896

Assisted Living Facility

$5,000

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$11,984

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

$12,805

Free Assisted Living Resources in Catonsville

Seniors can turn to an array of aging-related resources in Catonsville and Baltimore County, whether they’re looking for assisted living providers or already live in a community. Government and nonprofit agencies offer services and programs including benefits counseling, legal aid, health and wellness workshops and social activities. 

ResourceContactService
Catonsville Senior Center(410) 887-0900The Catonsville Senior Center offers a wide range of social and recreational opportunities for area residents aged 60 and older. A social worker is available to provide one-on-one and small group counseling. Classes offered at the center cover fitness, nutrition, arts and culture topics, and there are online lessons in dance, yoga and mental stimulation. Membership at the state-of-the-art fitness center costs a nominal annual fee, and the center sponsors life-enriching day trips and extended travel opportunities.
Legal Services for Senior Citizens(410) 951-7750Maryland Legal Aid administers the Legal Services for Senior Citizens program in Baltimore County. Financially eligible residents aged 60 and older can receive free assistance with civil matters including long-term care, protective services, debt and collections and income maintenance.
Ombudsman Program(410) 887-4200Baltimore County’s Ombudsman Program advocates for the well-being of assisted living facility residents. Ombudsmen provide confidential, free services including education on residents’ rights, quality of care and long-term care alternatives. They also investigate grievances and work to resolve complaints on behalf of residents and their families.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)(410) 887-3101The RSVP program connects seniors aged 55 and older with volunteering opportunities based on their skills and interests. Participants can help local nonprofits and government agencies expand their services and outreach efforts. Volunteers can serve in one or more areas, which focus on education, environmental stewardship, healthy futures and economic empowerment.
Veterans Affairs Baltimore Regional Office(800) 698-2411The VA Baltimore Regional Office helps older veterans understand and access the benefits and entitlements available to them. These may include pensions, VA medical care and the Aid and Attendance benefit. The office can also assist with gathering supporting documents and completing claim forms.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Catonsville

Catonsville’s assisted living facilities are regulated by the Office of Health Care Quality, a division of the Maryland Department of Health. This office oversees licensing for all the state’s assisted living programs. The Baltimore County Health Department monitors environmental conditions of assisted living facilities, and the Baltimore County Department of Social Services investigates instances of alleged abuse.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Catonsville

  • As a part of Baltimore County, Catonsville is considered an Age-Friendly Community. The AARP awarded the county this designation for its continual assessment and development of plans that improve livability for its older population.
  • Catonsville’s cost of living exceeds the national average by 8%. However, Maryland Access Point can connect seniors and their caregivers with benefits and services to help ease financial hardship.
  • Catonsville gets seven more inches of rain than the U.S. average of 38, but it gets four more sunny days than the national average of 205. Seniors here typically see mild summers, and winters bring an average of 18 inches of snow each year.
  • The property crime ranking in Catonsville is 43.2 compared to the national average of 35.4, and the community’s violent crime rate is 28.0 compared to the U.S. average of 22.7. Many assisted living facilities feature round-the-clock video surveillance and other security-enhancing protocols for the residents’ peace of mind and safety.
  • Maryland is moderately tax-friendly toward retirees. It is the only state that imposes both an estate and inheritance tax, but it exempts 401(k) distributions and Social Security benefits from state income taxes. The state doesn’t tax retirees with incomes up to $50,000.
  • Catonsville enjoys moderate to good air quality, as pollutant concentrations are within the WHO’s annual air quality guidelines The community’s water quality meets or exceeds regulatory standards.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Catonsville

Catonsville-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 

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Kathy

I visited this facility

Review of Peace Gardens Assisted Living

I toured Peace Gardens Assisted Living last week. I liked the hominess of the surroundings. They had wood paneling and things like that. The staffers were polite. However, with regards to food, you...

Provider response

Thank you for touring Peace Gardens and sharing your thoughts. We’re happy to hear you appreciated the hominess and cleanliness of our community, as well as the politeness of our staff. We...

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Cheryl

I visited this facility

Review of Peace Gardens Assisted Living

I liked the people at Peace Gardens Assisted Living. They were very, very nice. The manager was very nice to me and she answered all my questions. She showed me several different types of rooms and...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your kind review. We at Peace Healthcare really appreciate our residents and families and try to accommodate any and all needs.

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Kimberly

I visited this facility

Review of Brightview of Catonsville

We've chosen Brightview of Catonsville for my mother-in-law because it's a smaller scale. It's less distance for my mother-in-law to walk to the dining room and the mailbox. But it's not too small,...

Provider response

Hi Kimberly - Welcome to Brightview Catonsville! We are glad to partner with your family in this new chapter!

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