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Named for the major river that flows along its southern border, Potomac is a quiet community just northwest of Washington D.C. that’s home to nearly 50,000 people. Adults aged 65 and over make up an impressive 23% of this population, which is far higher than the national average of 16.5%. Due to this dense senior population, local leaders are focused on creating a community that’s very friendly toward seniors through programs, services and general quality of life improvements.
Assisted living facilities are designed for older adults who exercise some level of independence but are unable to handle some or most activities of daily living. These include bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping and taking medication. Assisted living communities offer on-site dining for most or all residents’ dietary needs, and many facilities have luxury amenities, such as swimming pools and fitness centers. The average monthly cost for an assisted living facility in Potomac is $6,000 per month according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey for 2020, which is $1,000 higher than Maryland’s statewide average.
Further in this guide, families can find more detailed information about assisted living in Potomac, including a breakdown of costs compared to other cities and types of care. Links to free or low-cost resources and programs are also available.
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The Assisted Living Unit, which is within Maryland’s Department of Health, is responsible for licensing and monitoring assisted living facilities in Potomac and the rest of the state. Regulations are designed to assure the health and safety of assisted living residents.
The estimated cost for assisted living in Potomac is $6,000 per month. This figure is higher than the average for Maryland as a whole, which is $5,000 per month, and higher than the United States collectively, which is $4,300 per month.
Potomac has some of the highest assisted living costs in the state. The city of California and its surrounding area is the only place more expensive, at an estimated $6,200 per month. Baltimore, the state’s biggest city, is quite a bit cheaper at $5,000 per month. Hagerstown, which costs $4,500 per month, has the least expensive assisted living costs in Maryland.
Potomac
$6,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Baltimore
$5,000
Hagerstown
$4,500
California
$6,200
In Potomac, assisted living offers an attractive balance of price and level of care, putting it in the middle of the pack of senior care options in terms of cost. Adult day health care is the most affordable care option at an estimated price of $1,744. Homemaker services and home health aides cost about $1,233-$1,400 less per month than assisted living. At $11,726 per month for a semiprivate room, nursing homes are the most expensive type of care in Potomac.
Homemaker Services
$4,601
Home Health Aide
$4,767
Adult Day Health Care
$1,744
Assisted Living Facility
$6,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,726
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$13,059
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.
A variety of public and private resources are available in Potomac and Montgomery County that can make assisted living issues easier for families. Applications for programs, as well as more information, are available through the contacts listed in the following table.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Connect-A-Ride (CAR) | (301) 738-3252 | Potomac residents aged 50 and over can contact CAR to schedule a trip anywhere within the Washington D.C. metro area. The reason for travel can include medical appointments and errands to social activities and more. Representatives at CAR also help older adults sign up for local transportation programs, which can help them save money on trips to and from assisted living facilities. If a senior takes a trip on any Ride On or MetroBus route, that portion of their journey will be free. |
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (240) 777-3369 | The Ombudsman for Montgomery County serves the interests of seniors at 183 assisted living facilities located throughout the county, including the 21 communities in Potomac. In addition to taking reports of abuse, Ombudsman volunteers are available to resolve problems and ensure that local facilities are maintaining high standards. This program has received national recognition. |
Potomac Community Village | (240) 221-1370 | Potomac Community Village is a nonprofit organization that connects seniors in need with local programs, events and services. Their volunteers help with a variety of tasks, including computer repairs, errand running, transportation and pet care. Some services require membership, but fees may be waived on a case-by-case basis. One of their objectives is to prevent placement in a nursing home whenever possible. |
Montgomery County Senior Centers | (240) 773-4805 | The Senior Centers located in Montgomery County host several programs that adults in Potomac assisted living communities can use to improve their health, happiness and creativity. These include wellness services, long-term care referrals, volunteer opportunities and excursions to destinations all over the Mid-Atlantic region. The Holiday Park location is right across the border from Potomac in Rockville. |
Potomac-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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