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The Terraces at Westminster
45 Washington Road, Westminster, MD 21157
"We visited the assisted living of The Terraces at Westminster because my dad is at that point where we think that's...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,100
Assisted Living Communities in Westminster, MD
The small community of Westminster sits in Carroll County on the outskirts of the Baltimore...
Metropolitan Area. Despite its small size, the city contains 242 assisted living communities, and an additional 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 4.3 out of 5 stars out of five stars. To learn more about this rating, see the 1843 reviews reviews in our directory.
242 Providers
Nova Springs
2261 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD 21048
"We took a quick tour to Nova Springs and I thought it was a little bit on the dated side. The rooms were all right. It...
Assisted Living
$4,350
Lorien Taneytown
100 Antrim Blvd., Taneytown, MD 21787
"Lorien Taneytown seems upbeat. All the people that work there seem to treat the residents well. My mother has two...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
$4,545
The Red Door Assisted Living
504 Gwynnwest Rd, Reisterstown, MD 21136
"I liked the location of The Red Door Assisted Living. It was very close to my house. The meals are included and my...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$2,600
Warm Heart Family Assisted Living
16350 Camalo Dr, Mount Airy, MD 21771
"Warm Heart was a very nice, very clean, top-notch facility. They were extremely helpful. I'd definitely recommend them...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,000
Lorien Mt. Airy
713 Midway Avenue, Mount Airy, MD 21771
"Excellent assisted living home with a superb staff! Its size gives it a "home-spun" atmosphere in a picturesque setting...
Assisted LivingNursing Homes
$5,000
You First Personal Care
337 Frederick St., Hanover, PA 17331
"When I first drove up to the nursing home, I was not impressed with the architecture and the deplorable conditions of...
Assisted Living
$2,250
Angel's Touch Assisted Living
12900 Frederick Rd, West Friendship, MD 21794
Angel's Touch is a unique assisted living community for senior adults. As we eventually come to see, aging can be a...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,000
Springhouse of Pikesville
8911 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville, MD 21208
"My mother was a resident of another facility. We are wondering why we didn't move her here first! We love Lindsay and...
Assisted Living
$3,775
Lorien Encore
11150 Resort Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
"Allow me to take this opportunity to thank you for the fine care of my mother received during the 3 ½ years she resided...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+1
$5,197
Woodholme Gardens
1700 Woodholme Avenue, Pikesville, MD 21208
"Woodholme Gardens is the place I have my wife in. It seems like a really nice and clean place. It seems like they are...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,669
Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville
10881 York Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030
"My brother is in a unique situation. He had a debilitating stroke when he was younger, now at only 55, his health was in...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,290
Aventura at the Heights
7218 Park Heights Ave, Pikesville, MD 21208
"As a resident here for the last 4 months ,I have experienced nothing but kindness from the staff and residence here. I...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$4,295
Elternhaus Assisted Living
4201 Linthicum Road, Dayton, MD 21036
"My family member has been here for >2.5 years. The nurses do an excellent job of communicating important details that I...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,500
Sterling Care Assisted Living
3617 Seven Mile Lane, Pikesville, MD 21208
Welcome To Sterling Hospitality Kosher Assisted Living! Our Residents receive respectful and compassionate care 24...
Assisted Living
$4,500
Taylor and Jackie Assisted Living
6910 Fieldcrest Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215
"My biggest fear of moving my mother into an assisted living home was that people would not take care of her the way I...
Assisted Living
$2,000
Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley
10815 Powers Avenue, Cockeysville, MD 21030
"I toured Dulaney Valley Assisted Living at Hunt Valley and liked that it was a house. I liked the nursing...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$4,000
Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City
3100 N. Ridge Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21043
"I toured Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City. Everything was on one floor. They showed the entire place, not...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$3,875
Howell's Care 3
6111 Western Run Dr, Baltimore, MD 21209
Our goal is to support quality of life in the community. Provide exceptional compassionate care and to enhance...
Assisted Living
$2,500
Inspirations Memory Care of Lutherville
1414 Front Ave, Lutherville, MD 21093
"My husband stayed at Inspirations Memory Care of Lutherville for about a month. I was very pleased with it. They were...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,200
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Reviewer#ET0913a
5.0
Review of Brightview Westminster Ridge
My wife will move into Brightview Westminster Ridge. It's very nice. They have a full kitchen. She's got two rooms, and the price is right. They have a restaurant - the eating area. They have a pub...
Provider response
Welcome to Brightview Westminster Ridge! We are glad to partner with your family in this new chapter!
Assisted Living
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!
Assisted Living
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...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Westminster, MD and Nearby Cities
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
Paying for Assisted Living in Westminster, MD
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Westminster
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 Westminster, MD
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Westminster
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. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Westminster
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.
