Serving as a major suburb of Washington, D.C., the Southern Maryland community of Waldorf accommodates seniors through 17 assisted living communities. According to 2024 survey data, these facilities charge around $7,348 per month, indicating high pricing compared to Maryland’s median monthly rate of $6,900.
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45 St Patricks Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.6
(26 reviews)
"The Charleston Senior Community was a very nice place. They had everything that you need there. It's an old Holiday Inn hotel that they converted, and they did a nice job of it. The staff was very good. We didn't have as much contact with them as we ..."
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11665 Doolittle Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.4
(16 reviews)
"I chose to move my husband to Fenwick Landing Senior Care Community because I knew someone that had been there and it was safe, clean, and secure. They're very caring. They watch my husband closely and keep in contact with me. So, I just feel he's in..."
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11239 Berry Rd., Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.6
(19 reviews)
"My father has been up at Harmony at Waldorf for three to four weeks. The people are very active. They have a lot of activities for the seniors who live there. The staff is very nice and considerate. The facility is very nice and very clean. They keep..."
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3978 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD, 20602
3.5
(6 reviews)
"We toured Angel Living for my wife. The tour went fine. Everything was okay, but we didn't know the rate of how much they charge per month because the person in charge was not there. It turned out it was too far from where we are. It took two and a h..."
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70 Village St., Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.1
(17 reviews)
"Morningside House of St. Charles was a beautiful facility. The staff were very professional and caring people. It was clean, and it smelled nice. It had quite a few amenities, like private dining room, a sun porch, a library, and an activities room. ..."
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2019 English Oak Court, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(2 reviews)
"This facility is very welcoming and cozy. The manager gave me a tour of the home and answered all of my questions. The manager was extremely friendly and eager to accomodate any specific requirements. It was an informative, pleasant and enjoyable exp..."
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5360 Woodgate Lane, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My father is at Richard's House. I had not actually been there. It's my stepmother that has been there. I'm two hours away. She has been very pleased with it, and people seem very accommodating. They're working with my father, and everything is going..."
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2130 Greenwood Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is at Ardent Assisted Living Facility, and it is a private residential facility. The staff is great, and mom adjusted very well there. They are quite helpful and really care about their residents. They have different types of programs for the ..."
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527 University Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Comfort Senior Care Facility was very nice. But I just didn't want to share with anybody. They already have somebody in there. Everything is on one floor. They have somebody there who cooks, cleans, and washes your clothes, but it wasn't for me. You ..."
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3369 McKnight Court, Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.3
(3 reviews)
"This facility was beautiful and I would highly recommend it. ..."
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509 University Dr, Waldorf, MD, 20602
3.6
(3 reviews)
"Purple Heart Assisted Living is the best facility in the area. My grandfather suffered from dementia and we chose Purple Heart because the bedrooms were spacious which gave my grandfather room for his recliner and to setup his table for card games. ..."
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3394 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD, 20602
1.0
(1 reviews)
"I visited Angel Assisted Living, LLC - Waldorf. It's a house setting, and I was not impressed because they got too many people in there at the time. They have ten people that they can take up to at a time. It's two-stories, so it's got very small bed..."
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2950 Fern Hill Street, Waldorf, MD, 20603
"Mandeville House Assisted Living, situated in Waldorf, MD, offers both Assisted Living and Respite Care. The community is designed to provid..."
READ MORE1106 Cambridge Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
"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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3632 Yorktown Dr, Waldorf, MD, 20601
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality L..."
READ MORE2654 Pinewood Dr, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother is in Above And Beyond Care Assisted Living Facility. It's very clean. The staff is nice and helpful. The lady that's there is very helpful. She takes care of Mom pretty well. It's very warm. The people greet you. It's nice. Her room is a b..."
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213 Surrey Circle Drive, Fort Washington, MD, 20744
4.4
(7 reviews)
"I was able to see Prince of Peace I. They didn't have many amenities as far as common areas, it was just one little small TV. Although they have TVs in their rooms, it would be good for them to get out of their rooms and be in a common area with othe..."
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12401 Molly Berry Road, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772
4.2
(4 reviews)
"I had a great visit at Judy Comfort and Care Assisted Living. They were very family-oriented. The rooms were a little small for the private room. They were nice. The staff was great. I met one of the owners and she was very nice and attentive. It was..."
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6890 Hawkins Gate Rd, La Plata, MD, 20646
"Assisted Living at Hawkins Gate LLC was established in 2011 as an alternative to large institutionalized facilities. Our main focus is on pr..."
READ MOREInformation from the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living communities in Waldorf charge approximately $7,348 per month, exceeding the state norm by about $450. By contrast, services typically cost less in other cities across the state, with rates in Cumberland hovering around $5,027 and seniors in Salisbury paying roughly $4,899.
Waldorf
$7,348
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Baltimore
$6,650
Salisbury
$4,899
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.
Assisted living residents in Waldorf spend around $7,348 per month on care. This rate offers substantial savings over nursing home fees, which hover around $12,623 for those in shared rooms. However, other senior care solutions cost less, with seniors paying approximately $6,292 for home health care and roughly $5,911 for in-home care. Seniors who attend adult day health care facilities pay competitive rates of around $2,275.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$2,275
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Waldorf is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Charles County Aging and Human Services Division | (301) 934-9305 | At this local Area Agency on Aging, seniors can access long-term care options counseling and a health insurance assistance program. This agency runs a medical equipment loan closet that has free walkers, canes, wheelchairs and more for those in need. It also runs a Resident Advocate program to protect the dignity of seniors living in assisted living and other long-term care homes. |
| Charles County Commission for Veteran Affairs | (301) 645-0695 | Service officers at this organization can help veterans learn about and apply for a variety of federal and state benefit programs. This organization can also provide referrals to mental health and medical care through the VA health care system. |
| Maryland Legal Aid | (301) 777-7474 | Seniors and low-income adults can get free help with civil legal issues from this organization. Attorneys can help with consumer and finance issues, elder abuse and health care access. Seniors can also get help creating care directives, wills and estate plans. |
In Waldorf and the rest of the state, assisted living facilities are monitored by the Maryland Department of Health’s Office of Health Care Quality. This agency surveys long-term care homes to ensure they are delivering care in line with regulatory standards.
Waldorf-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
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Herbert
5.0
Review of The Charleston Senior Community
The Charleston Senior Community was a very nice place. They had everything that you need there. It's an old Holiday Inn hotel that they converted, and they did a nice job of it. The staff was very...
Assisted Living
LA2024
5.0
Review of The Charleston Senior Community
We toured The Charleston Senior Community. The tour was excellent. The personnel there were excellent, very informative, but the rooms were too small. The price was too expensive. We did see their...
Assisted Living
Kentrell
5.0
Review of Harmony at Waldorf
My father has been up at Harmony at Waldorf for three to four weeks. The people are very active. They have a lot of activities for the seniors who live there. The staff is very nice and...
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