Golden Crest Corporation Ii
4019 Evergreen Drive, Hampstead, MD, 21074
Many of Westminster’s seniors, about 16% of the city’s 20,000 residents, may be considering their options for long-term care, including assisted living, which averages $5,000 per month. Assisted living communities pair apartment-style living with 24-7 personal care and assistance with the tasks of daily living. Nutritious meals are included, plus light housekeeping and maintenance. Assisted living communities also have different activities for residents, from fitness classes to games to a gardening club and group outings.Â
This guide covers the cost of assisted living and other types of senior care in Westminster and some features to consider about living here. We also include an overview of free resources for seniors and their families to help locate government benefits and enhance their quality of life.Â
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4019 Evergreen Drive, Hampstead, MD, 21074
4949 Middleburg Road, Taneytown, MD, 21787
As in all of Maryland, assisted living communities in Westminster are regulated by the Maryland Department of Health. All facilities are required to have an operating license issued by this agency and must undergo regular inspections to retain the licensure. Regulations include the cleanliness and liveability of each community. Staff members and on-site medical professionals also have their credentials verified.Â
Westminster’s monthly assisted living fees are $5,000, as per Genworth Financial’s Cost of Care Survey 2020. The city matches the average for Maryland, which is also $5,000 per month. Both city and state are $700 more than the national average for assisted living, $4,300.Â
Compared to other Maryland cities, Westminster is in the middle. Bethesda ($6,000) and Salisbury ($5,500) are more expensive than Westminster, while Hagerstown ($4,500) and Cumberland ($4,665) are less.Â
Westminster
$5,000
Maryland
$5,000
The United States
$4,300
Bethesda
$6,000
Hagerstown
$4,500
Salisbury
$5,500
Cumberland
$4,665
Assisted living isn’t the only choice for Westminster seniors. Some choose to age in place at home, hiring a homemaker service to help with chores and tasks of daily living ($4,671) or a home health aide ($4,957) for light medical care in the home. Seniors with a caregiver at home who only need assistance during the day may attend adult day health care ($1,896), including many assisted living services without overnight accommodations. Nursing homes are best for people with significant health needs and average $11,984 for a semiprivate room and $12,805 per month for a private one.Â
Homemaker Services
$4,671
Home Health Aide
$4,957
Adult Day Health Care
$1,896
Assisted Living Facility
$5,000
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,984
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$12,805
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.
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 |
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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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Cindy
4
Review of The Terraces at Westminster
We went to The Terraces at Westminster. For my mother-in-law, it was overkill. Everybody there was a lot older and more disabled than she was, so it was overkill for her. It was a nice place. When...
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5
Review of The Terraces at Westminster
We liked The Terraces at Westminster. It's a clean and professional facility. There are a lot of meal options. The physical therapist is there five days a week. They have activities every day. Even...
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Julie
5
Review of Brightview Westminster Ridge
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....
Provider response
Hi Julie - Thank you for your kind review. We value every member of our Brightview Westminster Ridge family!