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Arden Courts of Towson
8101 Bellona Avenue, Towson, MD, 21204
4.1
(11 reviews)
"Developed nearly 30 years ago, Arden Courts provides a unique approach to caregiving and was created to help people living with memory loss ..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Towson, Maryland
Towson sits in Baltimore County, less than 15 miles outside Baltimore. While this city is generally recognized as a college town, it accommodates its senior community through 10 assisted living facilities, and 100 more sit nearby. In 2024, these communities charge roughly $6,650 per month, with local rates comparing favorably to the Maryland baseline of $6,900.
To help guide your search for assisted living in Towson, we provide insight into the amenities and features of local facilities through 1139 reviews reviews in our directory. Altogether, these reviews indicate an average consumer satisfaction score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
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Seaton Towson
7925 York Road, Towson, MD, 21204
3.3
(3 reviews)
"My mother is in Seaton Towson. The director came to the previous rehabilitation center my mom had been in. The LPN used her skilled nursing ability to assess my mother on two occasions, and the second occasion enables my mother to be able to be eligi..."
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Shining Moon Elder Care Alf
1310 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson, MD, 21286
"Shining Moon's Elder Care is an assisted living facility located in Towson, MD 21286. Assisted living facilities provide care to people who ..."
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Brightview Towson
20 East Burke Avenue, Towson, MD, 21286
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Brightview had a lot of activities to keep us busy and entertainment. They had a bus. It was an upscale place. Most of the staff was friendly and caring...."
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Presbyterian Home of Maryland
400 Georgia Court, Towson, MD, 21204
3.6
(3 reviews)
"My mom was a resident of Presbyterian Home of Maryland for several years. They took exceptional care of her. I know many other folks that lived at there during her stay and they all said it was wonderful. Personally I was always treated well and was ..."
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Hampton Meadows
1412 Providence Road, Towson, MD, 21286
3.2
(4 reviews)
"Hampton Meadows if fabulous. The facility is warm and friendly. When I arrived for the tour the residents were playing Bingo and having a great time. The only reason I didn't pick Hampton Meadows is because the location was too far for the rest of my..."
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Complete Care at Multi Medical Center
7700 York Rd, Towson, MD, 21204
2.4
(11 reviews)
"There’s one staff member there, I actually don’t know her exact job title, but she is incredible. Tami. So knowledgeable, so helpful. Took time to briefly explain the facility and everything offered. We were just visiting to see the place before my m..."
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516 Fairmount Ave, Towson, MD, 21286
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality L..."
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Taylor and Jackie Assisted Living IV
509 Walker Ave, Towson, MD, 21212
"At Taylor & Jackie Assisted Living, we have many years of experience in caregiving. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the expectatio..."
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Atrium Village
4720 Atrium Ct, Owings Mills, MD, 21117
4.0
(73 reviews)
"The Atrium Village was nice and clean. It was a beautiful place. Everybody there was very very friendly. The dining area was beautiful. The cooks were nice and clean. They had nice white tablecloths on the dining room tables. They give you breakfast,..."
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Charter Senior Living of Woodholme Crossing
1840 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD, 21208
4.3
(40 reviews)
"I went to look at Charter Senior Living of Woodholme Crossing. Everybody there was very kind and receptive. They showed us exactly what we asked for and what we were looking for. Everything looked clean and nice. They have the medical, the food, and ..."
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Sunrise of Pikesville
3800 Old Court Road, Pikesville, MD, 21208
4.3
(37 reviews)
"I toured Sunrise of Pikesville. That was nice. The person who came out, she's like the sales coordinator, and she talked about every aspect of the facility. Then she took us on a nice tour. We talked about my relative that we're interested in putting..."
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Charter Senior Living of Towson
6451 N. Charles St, Baltimore, MD, 21212
4.7
(18 reviews)
"We toured Charter Senior Living of Towson. I liked the person that did the interview, she was wonderful and a very compassionate person. The location was a little too far for me to travel to visit, but I liked the place and everything it had to offer..."
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Woodholme Gardens
1700 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD, 21208
3.7
(19 reviews)
"My brother is at Woodholme Gardens. The staff were very friendly, very helpful, and delightful when I went in to take a walk-through. They're taking very good care of my brother and he is happy there. There are different levels of care. It's a very n..."
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The Cottages of Perry Hall
9900 Walther Boulevard, Baltimore, MD, 21234
4.5
(14 reviews)
"The Cottages of Perry Hall is always clean. It's individual cottages and there's 16 residents in each cottage. Every month the main room and the hallways are decorated for whatever holiday is that month. They're always changing, and it's always brigh..."
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Angelic Care Assisted Living
3781 Ravenwood Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21213
5.0
(3 reviews)
"I was nervous about finding a place for my mother, but when I found this one, I was so glad I did ! . Not only was my mother well cared for here, but the staff and owner of the facility made me feel very welcome . They were also very helpful in keepi..."
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The Waterfalls of Catonsville
305 N. Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD, 21228
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Waterfalls of Catonsville is our Dad’s home and has been since July 2019. It is a small and cozy community in a beautiful wooded area of Catonsville, Md. The owner, his family and all of the folks who work there are kind and caring and do anything ..."
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Inspirations Bayside Assisted living & Memory Care
1320 Windlass Drive, Baltimore, MD, 21220
4.6
(6 reviews)
"Woodlands Assisted Living was very clean, very ornate, and very fancy on the inside, as far as the foyer went. It was very nice. The apartment was very clean and small. The good thing was it had its own bathroom and shower, which was very nice. The s..."
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Arden Courts of Pikesville
8909 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD, 21208
4.5
(7 reviews)
"Developed nearly 30 years ago, Arden Courts provides a unique approach to caregiving and was created to help people living with memory loss ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Towson, MD and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Towson fall near $6,650 per month, tracking hundreds of dollars over the nationwide median of $5,350 but trending $250 below the state norm. Local rates surpass costs in nearby cities such as Cumberland, where fees come in at around $5,027, and Salisbury, where facilities charge about $4,899.
Towson
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Salisbury
$4,899
Paying for Assisted Living in Towson, MD
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Towson
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 Living in Towson, MD
At around $6,650 per month, assisted living costs in Towson trend below institutional and private custodial services. For example, seniors who opt for shared units in nursing homes pay about $11,756, while in-home care agencies charge approximately $6,864 for nonmedical support. However, home health care clients spend roughly $360 less than assisted living residents, and adult day health care facilities charge approximately $2,275 for nonresidential care.
In-Home Care
$6,864
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$6,650
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,756
Note: Since data for Towson is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Baltimore, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Towson
In Towson, older adults can obtain a range of services from nonprofit programs and organizations for support as they make decisions regarding their care needs. The following table features information for resources that provide legal assistance, financial counseling and help with finding services in the community. Â
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Bykota Center | (410) 887-3094 | Bykota Center hosts social and recreational programs for older adults in the Towson area. At this center, which is operated by Baltimore County, seniors participate in age-friendly fitness programs, luncheons, games and arts and crafts. The center also has virtual programs, including classes, arts, cooking and creative writing. The center is open on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Baltimore County Department of Aging | (410) 982-6311 | The Baltimore County Department on Aging operates as the Area Agency on Aging for the Towson region. Through this nonprofit organization, seniors obtain a range of services to complement or supplement what they receive through their assisted living communities, including help with accessing local programs such as durable medical equipment loans, legal assistance, financial counseling and nonemergency medical transportation. The department also administers the state’s Senior Health Insurance Information Program, operates senior centers throughout the region and helps older adults connect with local volunteer opportunities. |
| VA Baltimore Regional Office | (800) 698-2411 | The Baltimore Regional Office is staffed with trained professionals who help veterans access services in the community, including transportation, counseling and nutrition programs. The office assists with preparing and filing applications for Aid and Attendance and pension benefits for qualifying individuals, and it screens veterans for eligibility for VA health care and veterans’ home placement. |
| Maryland Legal Aid | (410) 951-7777 | Maryland Legal Aid’s Baltimore County Office is located in Towson. At this office, older adults can obtain assistance with accessing public benefits such as Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, Medicare and Medicaid. The office can help dispute denied Medicare claims and resolve Social Security overpayment. It can also help older adults understand their health insurance benefits, assisted living contracts and payment obligations. |
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Towson
The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality, regulates assisted living facilities in Towson and the rest of the state. This department enforces regulations pertaining to staffing, scope of care, facility requirements and intake and discharge procedures.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Towson
- Living costs in Towson are high even compared to Maryland, where the cost of living is considerably higher than the national average. Overall, expenses in Towson are about 18% higher than the nationwide median. Housing, utilities, groceries and transportation are particularly expensive, but seniors may avoid these expenses by moving to assisted living. Â
- Towson seniors may find Maryland’s state tax laws to be favorable, depending on their retirement income sources. Social Security benefits and income from 401(k)s are tax-exempt, but seniors pay taxes on income from IRAs and public and private pensions. Maryland is the only state with an estate and an inheritance tax, which may be a consideration for those moving to the state. Â
- Towson is a generally safe community with a low crime rate, making it an attractive option for older adults moving to the Baltimore region. On a 100-point crime index, the city’s property crime rate is about eight points lower than the national average, at 26.7, and the violent crime rate is five points lower, at 17.5. This indicates that there are fewer occurrences of crime in Towson than in the typical U.S. city.Â
- Towson’s climate is generally pleasant, rating slightly higher than the nation as a whole on a 10-point comfort index. Summers are warm with high temperatures in the upper 80s, and winters are cool with highs in the low 40s. The city sees about 45 inches of annual rainfall and 21 inches of snow, and humidity levels are usually low, which may appeal to those who enjoy being outdoors.Â
- Health care costs in Towson are about 2% lower than the national average, and provider options are plentiful with about 348 doctors per 100,000 people versus the national rate of 210. There’s one hospital, the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, within the city limits. This hospital specializes in heart care, cancer treatment and spine and orthopedic care. Neighboring Baltimore has many more hospitals, including The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital and Greater Baltimore Medical Center. Â
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Towson
Towson-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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
AlfredS
1.0
Review of Seaton Towson
Went to tour this community for a loved one. Mice traps in the hallways, and went I went into a one-bedroom apartment, there was mouse droppings all over the floor. The women who toured me stated...
Assisted Living
JD
5.0
Review of Complete Care at Multi Medical Center
There’s one staff member there, I actually don’t know her exact job title, but she is incredible. Tami. So knowledgeable, so helpful. Took time to briefly explain the facility and everything...
Assisted Living
Karen
5.0
Review of Seaton Towson
My mother is in Seaton Towson. The director came to the previous rehabilitation center my mom had been in. The LPN used her skilled nursing ability to assess my mother on two occasions, and the...
