About 9% of Upper Marlboro’s residents are seniors 65 years old and older, many of whom may need accommodations in an assisted living facility to help them with personal care and tasks of daily living. These residential communities offer support around the clock, plus provide private apartments, light housekeeping and maintenance, and hot, fresh meals each day. In addition to these services, assisted living homes also have different activities each day and shared amenities such as a library, game room, pool and fitness center for resident use. The average monthly cost of an assisted living home is $5,000.Â
Our guide includes a brief overview of free resources in Upper Marlboro for seniors and their families and a closer look at the benefits and drawbacks of living here. We also compare assisted living fees in other cities, plus different senior care options in the town.Â