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Assisted Living Communities in Laurel, MD
Laurel sits near Washington, D.C., and Baltimore in central Maryland. The small city hosts ...
assisted living communities, but seniors can find more in bordering areas. These supportive facilities charge about $7,348 per month as of 2024, making them more expensive than Maryland's typical assisted living price of $6,900.
Below, you'll find 3982 reviews reviews of Laurel's assisted living communities, which feature an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars. Explore our review directory to learn more.
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Ronald
5.0
Review of Morningside House of Laurel
Morningside House of Laurel is huge. I like the way the dining was set up. They gave me a grand tour of the recreation, the library, and the apartments themselves. The two-bedroom was pretty...
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BILLY69
5.0
Review of Morningside House of Laurel
Wonderful place, wonderful staff every one friendly. Great food and entertainment. beautiful place my friends love it here. Thanks for a great Superbowl party with my love ones.
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billybi
5.0
Review of Morningside House of Laurel
I came here to visit a family member and the place is gorgeous. Nice and clean floors beautiful furniture and decorations. Staff is so kind and nice and polite. Food was fantastic. Eating dinner...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted living costs about $7,348 per month in Laurel, according to the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey. Nearby cities feature a wide range of rates, but Laurel consistently ranks among the most expensive. Salisbury offers the lowest reported price of $4,899, while Cumberland features the second lowest rate of $5,027. This cost appears consistent throughout Maryland, with the state's typical assisted living price coming in $448 below Laurel's.
Laurel
$7,348
Maryland
$6,900
United States
$5,350
Baltimore
$6,650
Salisbury
$4,899
Cumberland
$5,027
Paying for Assisted Living in Laurel
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Laurel
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 Care
In Laurel, assisted living residents incur relatively high monthly fees compared to other senior care options. Adult day health care costs about $5,073 less, while in-home care costs around $3,636 less. Home health care features higher prices, but it's still more economical than assisted living at $6,292. Overall, only nursing home care costs more, at about $12,623.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Laurel is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Laurel
Seniors in the Laurel area, which includes outlying areas of Anne Arundel and Prince George’s counties, have a wealth of resources available to help them remain as independent as possible. Local government and nonprofit groups can help seniors in the region find and apply for benefits, obtain legal aid and work through a veterans’ claim with the VA.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Anne Arundel County Depart. Of Aging & Disabilities | (410) 222-4257 | The Department of Aging & Disabilities for Anne Arundel County serves seniors with social events and classes available at centers located throughout the county. Services offered to seniors aged 60 and over include fitness classes, caregiver training and a senior nutrition program that combines home-delivered meals and education programs for senior nutrition. |
| Montgomery County Area Agency On Aging | (240) 777-3000 | The Montgomery County Area Agency On Aging helps seniors connect with benefits that they may be eligible for. Case manager services are provided free of charge that can identify food, housing and transportation benefits and help seniors to apply for them. Assistance with appeals is also available through the case manager. The agency also offers referrals and direct support for senior housing, recreation and health services that are open to any local seniors aged 60 and over. |
| Maryland Legal Aid Bureau | (410) 260-1392 | The Maryland Legal Aid Bureau helps seniors in Laurel and the surrounding communities find expert legal advice for many senior issues. Matters the bureau can help with include bankruptcy, senior housing complaints, care and stewardship matters, including durable power of attorney, estate planning and inheritance issues. Assistance with claims through the Office of Veterans' Affairs is also provided by some volunteer attorneys. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Laurel
Laurel-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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