Autumn Lake Healthcare at Parkville
8710 Emge Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21234
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MOREAs 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.
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8710 Emge Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21234
3.5
(2 reviews)
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
READ MORE4603 Frankford Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21206
2.0
(1 reviews)
"The front steps at Divine Care Assisted Living-Frankford Ave. were rotting. They had replaced some of them that were on the front porch, but it was definitely in need of a paint job. It looked very rundown, but when I went in the house, the kitchen w..."
READ MORE3235 Dorithan Rd, Baltimore, MD, 21215
1.0
(1 reviews)
"Divine Care Assisted Living was awful. It's a very small house. I only got to see one room and it would have been where my friend was and it was OK. The lady was in the hospital bed and then there was a single bed next to that where my friend would h..."
READ MORE3009 Bayonne Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21214
1.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend was at Yellow Door Assisted Living. The rooms were very nice and very well-appointed. They had hardwood floors. but the workers were terrible. They said they could deal with diabetic seniors and they had not one clue. It was a total nightma..."
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.
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