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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Takoma Park

The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality licenses assisted living facilities in Takoma Park. This department enforces regulations regarding resident services, staff training and screening processes, public financing and reporting abuse. To ensure compliance, it conducts scheduled and unannounced visits and has an initial and annual licensing process.  

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Takoma Park

  • Overall living costs in Takoma Park are about 50% higher than the nationwide median and about 30% higher than Maryland’s overall cost of living, indicating that it’s a relatively expensive city to live in. Transportation, utilities and personal groceries are costlier here than in the typical U.S. city, and housing costs are over double the national average. Older adults may save money on living expenses by transitioning to an assisted living facility.  
  • Seniors in Takoma Park pay state income taxes on private pension income and income from an IRA, and they’re partially taxed on income from government pensions. Social Security benefits and 401(k) distributions aren’t taxed at the state level. This may make senior care more affordable for those who rely on these forms of income.  
  • Multiple public bus operators serve Takoma Park residents, including MetrobusRide On and Shuttle UM, and the city is home to the Takoma Metrorail station. These services can supplement what older adults obtain through their assisted living facilities and help them attend medical visits and errands. 
  • The Takoma Park region has relatively clean air, which may benefit older adults with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions. According to the American Lung Association, the county’s particle pollution level is low, and it passes the EPA’s annual particle pollution test. 
  • Property crime is slightly more prevalent in Takoma Park than in the typical U.S. city, but the city’s violent crime rate is consistent with the national average. Assisted living may be a good alternative to living alone for older adults with safety concerns.  
  • Summers in Takoma Park are very warm with high temperatures near 90 degrees, and winters are cold with highs in the low 40s. To keep residents comfortable year-round, many assisted living facilities equip apartments and suites with individual climate control.  
  • There are approximately 500 doctors per capita in Takoma Park, more than double the national rate. This may make it easy for older adults to schedule primary and specialty care. There are no hospitals within the city limits, but over a dozen hospitals are located within a 10-mile radius, including Holy Cross Hospital in neighboring Silver Spring.   

Paying for Assisted Living in Takoma Park

Seniors in the Takoma Park region pay approximately $6,000 per month for assisted living. This is $1,000 more than Maryland’s monthly rate of $5,000 and $1,700 more than the national average of $4,300.  

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

At $6,000 per month, assisted living services in Takoma Park are among the costliest in Maryland. Even so, the city may be an affordable alternative to the California area, where facilities charge $6,200 per month on average. In Baltimore, rates are consistent with the state median at $5,000. Cumberland and Hagerstown have more economical monthly rates of $4,665 and $4,500, respectively.   

Takoma Park

$6,000

Maryland

$5,000

The United States

$4,300

Cumberland

$4,665

Hagerstown Area

$4,500

California Area

$6,200

Baltimore

$5,000

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities in the Takoma Park region charge $6,000 per month for services. Older adults who need more than help with daily living activities and limited skilled nursing care may be good candidates for nursing home facilities, which charge $11,726 for shared rooms and $13,059 for private accommodations. Seniors may save money by opting to live at home and arrange for home care or specialized home health aide services, which cost $4,601 and $4,767, respectively. Adult day health care is the cheapest option, costing $1,744 monthly.  

Homemaker Services

$4,601

Home Health Aide

$4,601

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

Note: Care cost data for Takoma Park was not available, so data for the closest city, Washington Area, D.C., was used instead. 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Takoma Park

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 Takoma Park

Takoma Park seniors have access to numerous programs and services that provide information, guidance and support, helping them make important decisions regarding their care. This table features local and statewide nonprofit organizations that serve seniors in the Takoma Park region.  

ResourceContactService
Lifelong Takoma Program(301) 891-7280Lifelong Takoma connects older adults with services such as transportation, dental services and social and recreational programs. It also hosts a variety of programs at the Takoma Park Community Center, including informational sessions on safeguarding against fraud and scams, congregate meals and games.
Montgomery County Aging & Disability Resource Unit(240) 777-3000The Aging & Disability Resource Unit provides information and assistance for older adults, helping them access medical coverage and community-based services and identify ways to pay for assisted living. Older adults can get one-on-one health insurance options counseling, which can help them understand their Medicare benefits and compare long-term care insurance plans. The agency also administers the statewide Senior Group Home Subsidy, which covers assisted living services for eligible seniors in Takoma Park and the rest of the state.
Commission on Veterans Affairs(240) 777-1252Veterans in Takoma Park obtain one-on-one help with determining eligibility and applying for programs that may help cover assisted living, including disability compensation, veterans’ and survivors’ pension programs and Aid and Attendance. The office can also help veterans determine whether they qualify for financial assistance, health insurance or VA medical care.
State Health Insurance Assistance Program(301) 265-8471The State Health Insurance Assistance Program is staffed by trained volunteers who provide group presentations and work one-on-one with Medicare-eligible individuals to help them understand their Medicare benefits and ensure their health insurance coverage is adequate for their care needs. Volunteers can also help seniors determine whether they’re eligible for Medicare Savings Programs or Medicaid. All services are free, unbiased and confidential.
Montgomery County 50+ Volunteer Network(240) 777-3000The 50+ Volunteer Network provides volunteer opportunities for older adults in Takoma Park and the surrounding region. Opportunities include tutoring and mentoring programs, short-term consulting projects and AARP tax-aide programs. This service is free and provides all necessary training.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Takoma Park

Takoma Park-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

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Marian

I visited this facility

Review of Prince of Peace III

I went to the Prince of Peace III. Yesterday was a very dreary day, so the home was a little dark I thought . It was clean. The room was nice that they had offered for my father to stay. Everything...

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Reviewer#as1006a

I visited this facility

Review of Prince of Peace III

The best thing I liked about Prince of Peace III was the communal atmosphere. The people were very cordial and happy to see visitors, it seems to be overall very relaxed. It seemed to be sort of a...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your feedback. Our home is an actual historic property and landmark here in Takoma Park. We can work on increasing the lighting in the home for visitors, but we tend to allow...

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Bionic Brian

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Prince of Peace III

The staff and owners are amazing. My aunt was a resident here and they treated her like family. When my family would come to visit, my aunt was happy, healthy, and content. They always have...

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