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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...
You can learn more about the amenities and value of assisted living facilities in the Waldorf region by reading through the 1422 reviews reviews in our directory. Overall, we find an average satisfaction rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars stars.
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11239 Berry Rd., Waldorf, MD 20603
4.7
(20 reviews)
"The Harmony at Waldorf assisted living was excellent. When I went into the facility, it was very inviting. The fall decor was beautiful. It was pleasant, nice, and a quiet environment. The receptionist there was very helpful, and the tour guide was t..."
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45 St Patricks Drive, Waldorf, MD 20603
4.5
(27 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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3978 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD 20602
3.5
(6 reviews)
"I toured Angel Living. The facility was nice and had a nice setup. The staff was very friendly, and knowledgeable, and showed me around everything. They had safety precautions on the doors...."
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70 Village St., Waldorf, MD 20602
4.1
(19 reviews)
"I toured the Morningside House of St. Charles and looked at their assisted living. The community was very nice and the residents seemed very happy. They were out and about, playing games, watching TV, and socializing. There were quite a few of them i..."
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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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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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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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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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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..."
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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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..."
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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 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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400 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314
5.0
"Elevate your everyday! Elancé at Old Town Alexandria is both a haven and a hub where you can relax and create. With abundant lifestyle am..."
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5550 Cardinal Pl, Alexandria, VA 22304
4.2
"Discover Elegance at Elancé West End by Cogir Located just minutes from historic Old Town, Elance at West End by Cogir, will provide a co..."
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3236 Locker Street, Falls Church, VA 22042
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I found the Paragon Assisted Living Potomac House Communities for my father. It's a group home. He moved in and he loves it -- the best place he's ever lived. This was perfect for him. The staff is great, my father feels very special there, it's very..."
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. |
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 Assisted Living in Maryland page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Dalaina
5.0
Review of Harmony at Waldorf
The Harmony at Waldorf assisted living was excellent. When I went into the facility, it was very inviting. The fall decor was beautiful. It was pleasant, nice, and a quiet environment. The...
Assisted Living
Dalaina
4.0
Review of The Charleston Senior Community
I visited The Charleston Senior Community's assisted living. Someone else scheduled me and did not clarify that the person giving the tour was not available. They had someone moving in that day and...
Assisted Living
Dalaina
5.0
Review of Morningside House of St. Charles
I toured the Morningside House of St. Charles and looked at their assisted living. The community was very nice and the residents seemed very happy. They were out and about, playing games, watching...
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