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Assisted Living Communities in Gaithersburg, MD
Situated in Montgomery County near the Seneca Creek State Park, Gaithersburg, MD, features ...
assisted living communities to support older adults requiring daily care. The surrounding area contains additional facilities, increasing the options available to Gaithersburg's seniors. As of 2024, the baseline rate for assisted living in Gaithersburg lands at $6,650 per month, $250 below the typical monthly cost across Maryland.
Our directory includes 3489 reviews reviews of assisted living facilities in Gaithersburg. On average, assisted living communities in the city hold a 4.1 out of 5 stars star rating.
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Michael
5.0
Review of The Flora House Assisted Living
We came across The Flora House while searching for a senior living home for my grandmother. After touring about a dozen facilities throughout Montgomery County, we started to notice a pattern. The...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and heartfelt words. It truly means a lot to us that you took the time to share your experience. We understand how difficult and emotional it can be to make a...
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williamstiegal
5.0
Review of The Flora House Assisted Living
The home was beautiful and much more spacious than I expected, with private bedrooms and even a PT room. The views were gorgeous, and the staff were so kind and accommodating. During my visit...
Provider response
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re so glad you enjoyed your visit and took notice of the space, views, and the activities happening throughout the home. Creating a warm, engaging...
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ReviewerFC081425A
3.0
Review of Goddard Senior Living
It was nice. They were pleasant. Everything was fine. They showed me a single room, and it's a little small, but it was enough. The room was very dark. I didn't see a shared room. They had a common...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Gaithersburg, MD and Nearby Cities
Data from the Genworth Cost of Care Survey estimates the monthly cost of assisted living in Gaithersburg at $6,650 in 2024. Care in the city is relatively affordable compared to the median cost of $6,900 per month across Maryland, although prices significantly outstrip the national median of $5,350. Several Maryland cities offer more economical assisted living options, including Cumberland at around $5,027 per month and Salisbury at roughly $4,899.
Gaithersburg
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Salisbury
$4,899
Hagerstown
$5,800
Paying for Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
Maryland offers the Optional State Supplement to seniors who are eligible for Social Security payments, or who would be eligible except for income. Further financial existence may be available to Gaithersburg seniors in assisted living through the Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy.
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 Gaithersburg, MD
Assisted living in Gaithersburg costs around $6,650, roughly $358 more per month than home health care. On the other hand, the city's assisted living communities provide affordable alternatives to nursing homes, which deliver comprehensive services for people with complex health needs. Nursing home care in a semi-private room costs about $11,756 per month, approximately $5,106 more than assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,650
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$11,756
Note: Since data for Gaithersburg is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Baltimore, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Gaithersburg
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Area Agency on Aging | (240) 777-3000 | The Montgomery County Area Agency on Aging is one of the most comprehensive resources for local seniors who want to learn more about assisted living, long-term care and healthy aging programs in Gaithersburg. It provides information about accessible transportation, safe driving courses, public housing, senior tax exemptions and support groups. You can find details about local volunteer opportunities online. Plus, the agency maintains a full calendar of community events ranging from pro bono legal clinics to free concerts. |
| Benjamin Gaither Center Senior Activities | (301) 258-6380 | Seniors in Gaithersburg can join the full-service Benjamin Gaither Center for an annual fee of $50. Out-of-area memberships are available for $125 per year. This center offers affordable lunchtime meals on weekdays, and it organizes a wide selection of social and recreational events, including monthly trips, craft workshops, card games and 25 weekly fitness classes. It offers on-site wellness services, including psychosocial work, podiatry and mental health consultations. |
| Montgomery County Commission on Veterans Affairs | (240) 777-1246 | The Commission on Veterans Affairs serves current and former service members and their families. It helps residents access health care, long-term care, disability benefits, pensions and tax breaks. Veterans and their spouses who receive a military pension and require one-on-one assistance for medical reasons may be eligible for an additional Aid & Attendance stipend. The agency provides confidential benefits consultations, and it provides a comprehensive directory of state and local resources. |
| Senior Connection Montgomery County | (301) 962-0820 | Senior Connection has more than 20 years of experience providing free community-based services designed to help seniors increase their mobility, independence and quality of life. It’s the county’s largest provider of free escorted through-door transportation. Volunteers also prepare and deliver pantry boxes and provide friendly wellness calls to combat COVID-related isolation. These programs benefit more than 7,000 seniors in Gaithersburg and the surrounding area. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg-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.
