Cockeysville, a small area in Baltimore County, Maryland, is home to approximately 24,000 people. About 3,000 residents are aged 65 or older and enjoy all that this region has to offer. Seniors who want outdoor activities and like watching the seasons change may enjoy the relatively mild winters in Cockeysville, with its average annual snowfall of only 22 inches. With easy access to renowned hospitals such as Johns Hopkins Hospital and the nationally ranked health care providers at the University of Maryland Medical Center, seniors enjoy some of the best health care access in the country.
As seniors enjoy retirement, they may need a helping hand with daily activities such as getting dressed or driving. For long-term care, assisted living is often ideal for seniors who need help but don’t need daily nursing care. Assisted living costs an average of $5,000 per month in Cockeysville, the same as the state norm.
This guide gives an overview of life in Cockeysville and assisted living options. Keep reading to learn about the costs, benefits and drawbacks of retiring in this Baltimore suburb and explore free local resources available to seniors.
10815 Powers Avenue, Cockeysville, MD, 21030
4.7
(3 reviews)
"I toured Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley for my mother-in-law. The facility is a little bit more on the smaller side, and I was expecting more. But once I've learned about the primary goal of the facility, I think it's very adequate...."
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10881/10883 York Road, Cockeysville, MD, 21030
3.8
(9 reviews)
"It was my first time to CSLC to visit my Mom; it was a surprise for her birthday! As I rounded the bend onto the property, a calm euphoria enveloped me: the beautiful trees and foliage, the sun shining through onto the quaint, welcoming surroundi..."
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13801 York Road, Cockeysville, MD, 21030
4.5
(11 reviews)
"We chose this community because after visiting about 3 other retirement communities in Baltimore County, Broadmead was the best organized and was the cleanest. The apartments are really nice and have plenty of space. The staff is just marvelous an..."
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300 International Circle, Cockeysville, MD, 21030
4.0
(4 reviews)
"Maryland Masonic Homes is very nice. They got nice stuff there, and it is very fine. It is for my mother, and she seems satisfied with the food. They have old people stuff like bingo and other activities. It is fairly recent, so I don't know a whole "
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4720 Atrium Ct, Owings Mills, MD, 21117
4.0
(70 reviews)
"I went to Atrium Village. It was nice and clean. The staff were nice and pleasant. They gave me all kinds of information that they thought best suited my relative being a Vietnam vet, so that was really nice. As a matter of fact, the coordinator s..."
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1840 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD, 21208
4.3
(37 reviews)
"My husband has moved into Charter Senior Living of Woodholme Crossing. They were very informative, and they were in our price range. They were very welcoming. The staff were very polite, courteous, and very helpful. They have all types of activi..."
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3800 Old Court Road, Pikesville, MD, 21208
4.4
(36 reviews)
"I toured Sunrise of Pikesville. That was nice. The person who came out, she's like the sales coordinator, and she talked about every aspect of the facility. Then she took us on a nice tour. We talked about my relative that we're interested in putt..."
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6451 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD, 21212
4.8
(17 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 of..."
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9900 Walther Boulevard, Baltimore, MD, 21234
4.5
(11 reviews)
"When I first began my search for Assisted Living for my dad I placed a call to The Cottages of Perry Hall and got the most pleasant voice on the other end of my phone, the Sales Director Missy. She was patient and kind and full of knowledge. I cou..."
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1700 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD, 21208
3.7
(18 reviews)
"We really liked Woodholme Gardens. It was located in a really nice wooded type area. The accommodations were beautiful, and their sizes vary. They all had refrigerators and all the bathrooms were spacious. They had rooms where they could maybe jus..."
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300 W Seminary Ave, Lutherville Timonium, MD, 21093
4.3
(11 reviews)
"LOVE College Manor! FAMILY makes all the difference; College Manor has always been family owned and operated, for 4 generations, and everyone who lives, works, or visits is treated like family. We moved our father there from another AL, and we ar..."
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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 ke..."
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4205 Liberty Heights Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21207
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Our mission is to assist you in the process of making a very difficult decision. Mabel’s House understands the importance of quality and sa..."
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2902 Lyndhurst Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21216
4.8
(4 reviews)
"Up & About care is a wonderful assisted living facility. The environment is very clean, and well kept. The staff are very welcoming, the residents look like they were enjoying themselves playing bingo."
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4301 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21210
4.1
(11 reviews)
"My brother-in-law was at Symphony Manor for almost 2 years. EVERYDAY he got extraordinary care at every level. This is a place where staff took the time to get to know him (He had had a stroke), found out his needs, and loved him. He made special ..."
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4322 Glenmore Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21206
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Loving Care Assisted Living was great. This is the one that I would like to send my mother to. Jasmine was wonderful. She had a wonderful set-up. My mother enjoyed the people and staff that were there, including the residents. She had a great time..."
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4304 Parkmont Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21206
4.6
(5 reviews)
"The Angel Core Home of Care was great. Everybody had their own room. It was perfect. It's Angela's home; it was her place. It was so much like home. They had individual rooms, which is great. Her spot was great. She has a nice big yard. For differ..."
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4303 Liberty Heights Ave, Gwynn Oak, MD, 21207
4.6
(5 reviews)
"#1 Adoring Adult Care, is a wonderful place! Our sister have been under their care for almost a year. The staff is great, the facility is always nice kept, clean and the home cooked meals are AMAZING. I must say, I would love to come here when my..."
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8911 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD, 21208
3.8
(13 reviews)
"I toured Springhouse of Pikesville. It was really nice. Everything was clean. The staff there helped me a lot. They answered all my questions. The units that I saw were nice and spacious. They were nice rooms. They showed me where my relative coul..."
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1906 Cecil Avenue, Baltimore, MD, 21218
4.7
(3 reviews)
"My mother has stayed there now for almost a year. Clean environment. Friendly staff. Happy we were able to get her in this place. "
READ MOREAssisted living communities in Cockeysville are licensed by The Office of Health Care Quality, an agency operating under the Maryland Department of Health. This agency conducts scheduled and surprise inspections and handles complaints about care at assisted living communities throughout the state. It also ensures all facilities meet state regulatory standards.
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs an average of $5,000 per month for Cockeysville seniors. The state average is also $5,000 per month, $700 more than the nationwide median.
The cost of assisted living in Cockeysville is in line with the state median at $5,000 per month. Only Hagerstown is less expensive at $4,500. In coastal Salisbury, costs are slightly higher at $5,500 per month, but in California, costs increase significantly to $6,200 per month.
Cockeysville
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Salisbury
$5,500
Hagerstown
$4,500
California
$6,200
Seniors in Cockeysville have several options for long-term care. Assisted living is near the top for expenses, but in-home services are comparable. Homemaker services cost an average of $4,671 per month, while those who also need health care at home may pay $4,957 per month. The most affordable long-term care option is adult day health care at $1,896 per month for seniors who need assistance during the traditional work week. Nursing home care is the most comprehensive and expensive option starting at $11,984 for a semiprivate room, with private rooms averaging over $800 more.
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
Note: Data for Cockeysville was not available, so data for the closest city, Baltimore, was used instead.
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.
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.
Cockeysville has various programs to help seniors who are considering a move to a local assisted living community. Both local and state government agencies serve the region and offer free recreational activities, benefits counseling, case management and legal help.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Community Outreach Program | (410) 887-2594 | The Community Outreach Program connects seniors 60 and older with case management services. Case managers are available for home visits to seniors who have a difficult time leaving the house. Each caseworker assesses a senior's needs and support systems, helping connect seniors and their caregivers with community support to help them extend their time at home or within the community. Some examples of supports that the Community Outreach Program may offer include financial assistance, transportation, housing or in-home care. |
| Legal Services for Seniors Citizens | (410) 951-7750 | The Legal Services for Senior Citizens program offers seniors aged 60 and better free consultations and representation in some circumstances. While the program doesn't handle wills and estate planning, lawyers can assist with lawsuits that may put the senior's property, safety or civil rights in jeopardy. Other common legal issues that this program may cover include health care, unemployment, income maintenance, housing and protective services. |
| Cockeysville Senior Center | (410) 887-7607 | Baltimore County operates more than 20 seniors centers, including the Cockeysville Senior Center. These centers act as community gathering places, provide congregate meals and offer extensive entertainment options. Exercise classes, arts and crafts, bingo and other fun activities are on the calendar every month, along with wellness clinics and nutrition classes. |
| Baltimore County's State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) | (410) 887-2059 | Baltimore County administers a SHIP office that offers Cockeysville seniors Medicare and Medicaid counseling. Trained, volunteer counselors provide free and unbiased information about insurance options through Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. Services are available via phone and in-person during standard, annual open enrollment periods. SHIP also conducts live presentations at Baltimore County Library locations that explain the process of switching to Medicare and how and when to enroll. |
Cockeysville-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.
