Lucille Assisted Living
3506 Lucille Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21215
Located in age-friendly Baltimore County, Reisterstown is a prime retirement destination for those seeking affordability and high access to health care. It has about 27,000 residents, an estimated 14% of whom are seniors. A reliable, easy-to-use public transportation system makes the region easy to navigate, and amenities such as the local senior center promote an engaging environment for older adults.Â
For Reisterstown residents who need some help with daily living activities but don’t require around-the-clock medical monitoring or skilled nursing, assisted living may be a good fit. These residential facilities provide a low-maintenance lifestyle with meals and snacks served daily, varied activities programming and on-site amenities such as salons and fitness centers. Amenities and pricing vary by facility, but the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey reports that on average, local seniors pay $5,000 per month for this type of care.
This guide outlines the pros and cons of living in Reisterstown and compares local assisted living rates to fees in other cities, as well as other local senior care options. It also offers a resource table with nonprofit agencies that provide services to older adults, helping them make informed decisions regarding their long-term care. Â
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The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality, is responsible for the licensure and oversight of assisted living facilities in Reisterstown and the rest of the state. It enforces comprehensive guidelines pertaining to staffing, care planning and nutrition and medication services. It also investigates complaints made by facilities’ residents, staff and visitors.  Â
In Reisterstown, assisted living residents pay $5,000 per month for services. This is about 15% higher than the national rate of $4,300. However, it’s consistent with Maryland’s overall average monthly fee.  Â
Reisterstown residents pay $5,000 per month for assisted living services, which is relatively moderate for the region. Fees in Hagerstown are $500 lower per month at $4,500, making it the most affordable surveyed city in the state for assisted living. In Cumberland, rates are a little higher but still economical compared to Reisterstown at $4,665. In Salisbury, fees exceed the state median at $5,500 per month. The California area is the most expensive in Maryland for assisted living, with facilities charging $6,200 on average.Â
Reisterstown
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Cumberland
$4,665
Hagerstown Area
$4,500
Salisbury
$5,500
California Area
$6,200
Seniors in Reisterstown have several care options available depending on their budgets and care needs. Assisted living facilities charge $5,000 per month on average for housing, meals, personal care and maintenance services. Home health aide and homemaker services are slightly more economical at $4,957 and $4,671, respectively, but this rate doesn’t include living expenses. Adult day health care is the most affordable option at $1,896 per month. Nursing homes offer the highest level of care and charge the highest monthly fees of $11,984 for semiprivate accommodations and $12,805 for private rooms.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:Â Care cost data for Reisterstown was not available, so data for the closest city, Baltimore Area, was used instead.Â
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.
Seniors living in Waldorf can make use of the following services, which offer information, assistance and enrichment programs designed with elders in mind.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Reisterstown Senior Center | (410) 887-1143 | Reisterstown Senior Center maintains a robust activities schedule with educational classes and social and recreational programs for those aged 60 and over. At this center, members participate in one of three education classes, along with courses offers through the Community College of Baltimore County, as well as ceramics, mah-jongg and stained glass workshops. The center also offers health insurance options counseling, volunteer opportunities and nutrition services. |
Baltimore County Department of Aging | (410) 982-6311 | The Baltimore County Department of Aging is the Area Agency on Aging for the Reisterstown region. It houses Maryland Access Point, which serves as the entry point for services and benefits for older adults, and it has health insurance options counselors who help older adults understand their Medicare coverage and compare private health insurance plans. It offers health and wellness screenings and congregate meals at various community sites and has a long-term care ombudsman that provides advocacy and advice for those in assisted living. The department can also act as a public guardian for those without friends or family able to do so. |
VA Baltimore Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The VA’s Baltimore Regional Office is located about 20 miles south of Reisterstown. At this location, veterans obtain in-person and over-the-phone guidance with identifying state and federal benefits they’re eligible for, including those that may cover assisted living expenses. The office can also help veterans connect with financial planners, medical care, health insurance and financial assistance. |
Maryland Legal Aid | (410) 951-7777 | Maryland Legal Aid is a nonprofit program that provides high-quality legal services to qualifying individuals in Reisterstown. It’s staffed with pro bono attorneys, community partners and paralegals who help older adults resolve issues related to assisted living, including billing errors or problems with move-in and move-out procedures. The program can also help seniors address issues related to the quality of care in assisted living. |
Reisterstown-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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