The small community of Westminster sits in Carroll County on the outskirts of the Baltimore Metropolitan Area. Despite its small size, the city contains 13 assisted living communities, and an additional 290 facilities sit within driving distance. In 2024, local seniors pay around $6,650 per month for assisted living, saving them $250 over the statewide median.
On average, assisted living facilities in the Westminster region earn a satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars out of five stars. To learn more about this rating, see the 1234 reviews reviews in our directory.
45 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157
4.5
(9 reviews)
"The Terraces at Westminster appear to be wonderful. They were quick to respond and they were quick to set up an appointment. They came in on the weekend to show us the room. So, the facility itself is beautiful, clean, and luxurious. Everyone we met ..."
$4,100
505 High Acre Drive, Westminster, MD 21157
4.3
(23 reviews)
"My mom is currently in Brightview Westminster Ridge. It is extremely clean. It is well-maintained, bright, and airy. There is stuff all over, and the food is fantastic. We are very pleased with it. The staff members are very helpful, and there are a ..."
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200 Saint Luke Cir, Westminster, MD 21158
4.3
(14 reviews)
"Choosing CLV was the perfect match for my husband and myself. We never had a adjustment period as the staff would help and were accommodating. We also find residents extremely friendly and helpful. Resident can join committees that have input in..."
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4113 Ridge Rd, Westminster, MD 21157
4.1
(7 reviews)
"Rooms are open and very nice. All have a large window. Staff is always pleasant and helpful. Was one of the BEST places I checked out for assisted living!..."
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1777 Nelson Road, Westminster, MD 21157
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Everything about Golden Crest Corporation IV is nice. It's clean, looks fairly new, and seems like they have good care. They have nice rooms and each of them has its own bathroom. We're pleased with the staff. Everyone seems efficient and friendly. O..."
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1305 Uniontown Road, Westminster, MD 21158
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Mother In Law is getting tender loving care and has been here one year! Staff is qualified, attentive and caring. Owner is very qualified and understanding of all needs. Communication is great between all levels. Accommodates hospital personnel. H..."
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1510 Stone Road, Westminster, MD 21158
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Look About Manor, in my opinion, is not what I think of when I imagine assisted living, it is many times better. The number of residents is small and each person is given a level of individual care that gives the relatives of the patents peace of min..."
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3830 Baker Road , Westminster, MD 21157
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother stayed at The Woods of Sun Valley, and it was pretty nice. However, my mother went out, and they did not notice that she was gone. They moved her to the unit for dementia patients. I didnt think they had quite a lot of activities. They wer..."
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564 Marshall Dr, , Westminster, MD 21157
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My aunt is in Hidden Treasures. I liked that the employer also works there. She is very nice, caring, and very devoted to the residents. The food is excellent, outstanding, and it is homemade. They can have snacks whenever they want. My aunt is very ..."
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3816 Ridge Road, Westminster, MD 21157
2.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother transferred to Ridge Overlook, but my sister and I didnt really care for it. Its not really bad on the outside, but on the inside, we didnt really care for it. The staff was nice. We talked to a guy who was there with his mother, and he ..."
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2470 Collison Dr., Westminster, MD 21157
1.0
(1 reviews)
"Country Acres Assisted Living just looks like a regular house, the residents were all eating in a regular dining table in the kitchen. It was small and cramped to me. The only staff that I saw there was nice enough and knowledgeable. The place itself..."
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4111 Springdale Ave, Baltimore, MD 21207
Welcome to Montane Manor Assisted Living facility. Our inviting senior living community offers residents the comfort and convenience of a hassle-free lifestyle free from the burdens of home ownership. Located in the city of Baltimore, we provide a variety of on-site services to help our residents enjoy their stay to the fullest. In addition, we provide a choice amount of amenities to promote a relaxing experience for individuals residing at our community. Accommodations come in a selection of options. Depending on the individual, Montane Manor Assisted living Facility could be the perfect fit for seniors seeking senior living options in or around Baltimore, MD. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories
$2,000
4002 Mortimer Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I like Humble Hearts Assisted Living. It's on a nice quiet street. The gentleman who showed me around was very pleasant. He showed me all of the rooms and their security system. The necessary paperwork that they had to have was displayed. I like the ..."
$2,000
18100 Cashell Road, Rockville, MD 20853
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Everything was fine at AlfredHouse Eldercare. It’s quite a small facility and they only have 8 patients. The rooms were fine. The place is on a land that looks like somebody has a private farm so there's a lot of very pretty land around it. My parent..."
$5,500
6000 Granby Rd, Derwood, MD 20855
5.0
(1 reviews)
"This is a wonderful facility. I toured many other places and nothing came close to this wonderful home. The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable. The staff are friendly and welcoming. The owner, Ramesh, is an amazing person. He truly cares abou..."
$6,500
10881 York Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother is in a unique situation. He had a debilitating stroke when he was younger, now at only 55, his health was in decline and he needed assisted living. The staff at Viva are so vibrant and joyful. They've treated my brother with so much res..."
$4,290
10461 Waterfowl Terrace, Columbia, MD 21044
5.0
(2 reviews)
"just want to say that I could not be more happy with the care and hospitality that my Mom is receiving at Bryant Woods Manor. It is a tremendous relief for me to know that she is receiving this incredible level of professional and personal care, whic..."
$4,900
21714 Rolling Ridge Lane, Laytonsville, MD 20882
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love. The environment is neat and well kept. I would indeed recommend this place for..."
$5,500
305 N. Rolling Road, Catonsville, MD 21228
4.8
(5 reviews)
"I'm on a waiting list for the Waterfalls of Catonsville. They're redoing a wing of the building. They were very welcoming and I like that it's more of a home feel of an environment. That's what a place where my mom used to live was like. It's a small..."
$6,000
2261 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD 21048
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I toured Nova Springs. The rooms were nice and big. It was all neat, orderly, and clean. The staff who toured me was a lady that was the manager also. The building was very clean. It had a very welcoming atmosphere. It was like walking into a motel o..."
$4,350
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Neil S
5.0
Review of Sun Valley at The Meadows
Rooms are open and very nice. All have a large window. Staff is always pleasant and helpful. Was one of the BEST places I checked out for assisted living!
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Reviewer RC#1206a
5.0
Review of The Terraces at Westminster
The Terraces at Westminster appear to be wonderful. They were quick to respond and they were quick to set up an appointment. They came in on the weekend to show us the room. So, the facility itself...
Assisted Living
Debra
3.0
Review of Brightview Westminster Ridge
First off the staff, with the exception of the director are extremely kind and very, very nice. I would give this place five stars if not for her. Also it is one of the highest price facilities in...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey finds typical assisted living costs in Westminster at around $6,650 per month. While local fees fall below the Maryland median of $6,900, they track hundreds of dollars over expected costs in nearby cities. For example, facilities in Hagerstown charge about $850 less, and in Cumberland, fees run approximately $1,470 lower. Costs are even lower in Salisbury, where facilities charge roughly $4,899.
Westminster
$6,650
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
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 Westminster pay around $6,650 per month. This rate trends considerably higher than adult day health care, which costs about $2,275, and it exceeds home health care fees of approximately $6,292. On the other hand, assisted living costs about $215 less than in-home care, and it offers around $5,100 in savings over nursing home fees.
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 Westminster is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Baltimore, instead.
Seniors and their families have access to many free resources in the Westminster and greater Baltimore area, helping them apply for health care and other support resources, and enhancing their general quality of life.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (410) 313-6423 | The long-term care ombudsman agency represents the interests of residents in long-term care communities. Ombudsmen help seniors and their families evaluate different assisted living facilities in the area, finding the right fit for each individual. Other services include investigating complaints filed by residents of these communities or by families of residents and referring these complaints to the Maryland Department of Health if necessary. |
| Maryland Legal Aid | (866) 635-2948 | Seniors who cannot afford their own legal representation in civil matters may receive free or low-cost assistance from volunteer attorneys at Maryland Legal Aid. These attorneys can advocate in elder abuse or neglect cases or draft legal documents, including wills and trusts, living wills and powers of attorney. |
| Baltimore Ride Service | (410) 887-2080 | Area seniors and those requiring a wheelchair or handicapped transportation accommodations may use the Baltimore Ride Service, which offers free shuttle service, as well as escorts for people who need them. |
| Maryland Department of Aging | (410) 767-1100 | The state Department of Aging is tasked with making Maryland an attractive place for seniors to retire. This includes helping Maryland communities fund and administer programs that enhance the lives of area seniors and provide resources to help them retain their health and independence. |
| Baltimore County Commission on Aging's Loan Closet | (410) 887-2594 | The county loan closet offers loans of durable medical equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers and canes, toileting and shower chairs and wheelchair ramps. Seniors may borrow indefinitely, but the items in the loan closet can vary, depending on donations from the community. |
Westminster-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.
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