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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Owings Mills, MD for 2024

Assisted living facilities in Owings Mills charge $5,000 per month on average, which is also the statewide median for Maryland. The fees typically include comfortable accommodation regularly cleaned by housekeeping staff and nutritious meals prepared by chefs. Facilities also tend to arrange activities and events for residents, which is why assisted living is best suited for semi-independent seniors who need assistance with some daily chores, such as cooking, but are otherwise able to enjoy physical pursuits without support.

This guide compares assisted living and other senior care costs in the region, discusses the pros and cons of living in Owings Mills and lists some of the area’s free and low-cost resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Owings Mills

The Office of Health Care Quality — a division of the Maryland Department of Health — monitors assisted living facilities throughout the state and issues licenses to those that comply with the guidelines and regulations. It also certifies those authorized to accept Medicare and Medicaid by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Owings Mills

  • The average cost of living in Owings Mills, although above the national average, is lower than normal for Maryland. According to Sperling’s Best Places, seniors in the area also enjoy below-average healthcare costs when compared to their peers across the country, although these costs are slightly above the state average.
  • The primary medical facility in Owings Mills is Northwest Hospital, but it’s not the only choice. Several of the country’s finest hospitals are within close range, such as Johns Hopkins, which is ranked fourth in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Seniors in Owings Mills also benefit from a high number of Medicare-registered physicians working in most fields, including psychiatry, podiatry, orthopedic surgery, physical therapy and family medicine. 
  • Despite January temperatures averaging at a chilly 24 degrees, the climate in Owings Mills is generally senior-friendly. The area’s seniors enjoy 10 more sunny days than the U.S. average of 205 and July temperatures that regularly reach a pleasant 87 degrees. At 44 inches, the above-average rainfall is enough to nourish the rich landscape and decorate the wide streets with a variety of trees.
  • Crime in Owings Mills is a little above average, although not significantly so. The chances of being a victim of a violent crime, according to Neighborhood Scout, is one in 188, while the figure for property crime is one in 42. Seniors concerned about crime should know that many of the area’s assisted living communities provide 24-hour security and have at least one staff member available at all times.
  • CountyRide is a reduced-cost transportation program for Baltimore County residents aged 60 and over. Seniors can use the paratransit service for any purpose, including attending medical appointments, making shopping trips and visiting family and friends. All vehicles can accommodate wheelchairs and escorts can ride at no extra cost with seniors who need their assistance.

Paying for Assisted Living in Owings Mills

On average, seniors in Owings Mills pay $5,000 per month for care in assisted living communities, according to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is also the statewide average, although the U.S. median is $700 less at $4,300 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The cost of assisted living in Owings Mills is about midrange compared to other communities across Maryland. Rates are lower in Hagerstown and Cumberland, where the respective averages are $4,500 and $4,665 per month. Costs are higher in Salisbury at $5,500, and even more expensive in California, where seniors pay $6,200, on average.

Owings Mills

$5,000

Maryland

$5,000

The United States

$4,300

Hagerstown

$4,500

California

$6,200

Salisbury

$5,500

Cumberland

$4,665

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Costs for other types of senior care vary significantly in Owings Mills. Home care averages $4,671 per month for 44 hours of weekly assistance, while home health care services cost $4,957. Adult day health care provided on weekdays in a group setting has the lowest cost at $1,896 per month. Nursing homes offer the most intensive care and therefore charge the highest fees. Here, seniors can expect to pay an average of $11,984 for shared accommodations and $12,805 for private rooms.

Home care

$4,671

Home health care

$4,957

Adult day health care

$1,896

Assisted living

$5,000

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$11,984

Nursing home (private room)

$12,805

Note: Data for Owings Mills was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Baltimore, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Owings Mill

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.

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities in Maryland

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Owings Mill

Seniors in Owings Mills benefit from many free and low-cost programs and services designed to make their lives more comfortable. Through the following resources, seniors can get free advice about Medicare plans and other state and federal benefits, in addition to support if their care provider’s standards fall or if they need assistance obtaining medical equipment.

ResourceContactService
State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)(410) 887-2059Funded by the state and federal governments, the SHIP program provides seniors in Owings Mills with free and impartial counseling on all matters concerning Medicare. This includes explaining the pros and cons of each plan in relation to the senior's unique circumstances and advising on supplementary private healthcare insurance. As the counselors are unbiased, seniors needn't worry about being sold specific plans. Additionally, the counselors can help seniors file appeals for denied Medicare claims.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(410) 887-4200Residents of assisted living communities who have issues about the quality of their care can file a complaint with the ombudsman, who will investigate and advocate on the senior's behalf to resolve the issue. Complaints can be of any nature, such as restricted dietary options in meals, but serious issues, such as elder abuse allegations, will be passed on to the appropriate authorities. The ombudsman can also supply copies of assisted living inspection reports so seniors can make more informed choices.
Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs(410) 230-4444Service officers with the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs Service and Benefits Program are available to help senior veterans access the benefits they've earned through their military service. Officers can advise vets on available state and federal benefits and assist with their applications. Benefits may include VA disability compensation, pensions and the Aid and Attendance pension supplement, which can be put toward assisted living expenses.
Baltimore County Department of Aging Loan Closet(410) 887-2594Baltimore County DOA's loan closet provides durable medical equipment to residents aged 60 in Owings Mills and over throughout the county. For a refundable deposit of $25, the department loans a range of equipment, dependent on what's available at the time of application. Examples include wheelchairs, walkers, bath rails and crutches.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Owings Mill

Owings Mill-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Maryland

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