21 Assisted Living Facilities near Williamsport, MD
There are 21 Assisted Living Facilities in the Williamsport area, with 2 in Williamsport and 19 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 84 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Williamsport. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Williamsport 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Frederick with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Williamsport, MD
Homewood at Williamsport
Brookdale Hagerstown
Elmcroft of Hagerstown
Elmcroft of Martinsburg
Harmony at Martinsburg
Elisabeth House
Countryside Assisted Living
The Leland of Laurel Run
Charlotte'S Home I
Quincy Retirement Community
Somerford House & Place of Hagerstown
Diakon Senior Living - Ravenwood Campus
Diakon Senior Living - Hagerstown
Fahrney Keedy Senior Living Community
Bhawani Manor Care
Canterbury Center
Heritage Hills Retirement Community
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Williamsport
Just north of the Shenandoah Valley lies the charming town of Williamsport. It's close enough to Baltimore to keep day trips there convenient for its seniors. Williamsport may be small but 35.4 percent of the population is age 55 and over, so seniors are a major force in the city. Assisted living programs (ALPs) in Maryland are separated into three levels and are based on how much care a person needs. For seniors seeking assisted living facilities in the area, there are 46 available, with two located in Williamsport.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Williamsport
- Williamsport has a lower cost of living (96.8) than typical elsewhere in the state or rest of the U.S. Seniors find healthcare rates comparable to the national average, and grocery prices are about the same.
- Seniors need to be aware that the crime rate in Williamsport is very high. Violent crime in the city is double that of the state of Maryland and rates 39.4 higher than the national average. Property crime rates are nearly double averages of both the country and the state.
- The Williamsport climate is moderate, bordering on harsh. Seniors enjoy warm summers, but the winters can be bitter. Yet, even with around 24 inches of snowfall each year, the city still gets less than the national average.
- The income tax rates in Williamsport can be high for seniors. While the sales tax rate is the same as the U.S. average at 6 percent, the income tax rate is a full 3 percent higher. Maryland does exempt some kinds of retirement income, such as Social Security, but the state taxes IRAs and 401(k)s. It's also one of the two U.S. states that have both an estate and an inheritance tax.
- The Williamsport area is home to world-class medical facilities, such as Meritus Medical Center in Hagerstown, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Seniors receive a discount on fares and passes for transportation from the Washington County Transit Department. The department provides fixed-route and paratransit services Monday through Saturday.
Paying for Assisted Living in Williamsport
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Williamsport start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Williamsport and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Williamsport
The state of Maryland offers financial help for residents of Level I and Level II ALPs through the Medicaid 1915(c) Home and Community-Based Services Waiver program. The Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy also provides assistance for residents of smaller ALPs.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Williamsport
Williamsport and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Williamsport, please visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Williamsport
Williamsport-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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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Williamsport
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Review of Homewood at Williamsport
My visit at Homewood at Williamsport went very well. It seemed more reasonable and the amenities they offer were similar to others, except there weren't any garages, just parking spaces. The staff ... Read more
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Review of Homewood at Williamsport
We have put a deposit on Homewood but we are waiting for an opening. It is close to us, so it makes it convenient, and the price is right. They have cottages and apartments, and different levels of... Read more
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Review of Homewood at Williamsport
I visited Homewood. They have many rooms, but nobody was walking around. It felt dead. I didn’t see any sitting rooms where people could get together. I didn’t even bother to ask questions because ... Read more
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