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AssistedLiving.org spent dozens of hours researching the top assisted living communities in the Baltimore area to allow seniors and their families to find the community that’s right for them. Click through the facilities listed below to read in-depth reviews, what residents are saying, and details such as base pricing, room types, and more.

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Featured Baltimore, MD Facilities

Caritas House Assisted Living
Caritas House Assisted Living

3308 Benson Avenue, Baltimore, MD 49236

Caritas House Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
Part of the Jenkins Senior Living Campus, Caritas House Assisted Living provides a secure, homelike environment for…

3.88

Average of 11 reviews

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College Manor
College Manor

300 W Seminary Ave, Lutherville Timonium, MD 49129

College Manor
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
College Manor offers a warm, caring atmosphere on 11 lush acres. The manicured grounds are filled with…

4.4

Average of 39 reviews

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Esther's Place
Esther's Place

2926 Harford Road, Baltimore, MD 49220

Esther's Place
  • Assisted Living
Esther’s Place at the Park is idyllically located adjacent to Montebello Park and across the street from…

4.23

Average of 43 reviews

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Weinberg Park Assisted Living
Weinberg Park Assisted Living

5833 Park Heights Avenue, Baltimore, MD 49217

Weinberg Park Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
Situated in Northwest Baltimore, Weinberg Park is an assisted living community centrally located in the Upper Park…

4.8

Average of 5 reviews

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Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek

1813 Old Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 49226

Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek attracts a diverse group of seniors who enjoy the social aspect…

3.22

Average of 23 reviews

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New Horizons Assisted Living Facility
New Horizons Assisted Living Facility

2726 Reisterstown Road, Baltimore, MD 49217

New Horizons Assisted Living Facility
  • Assisted Living
Conveniently located near major highways in Baltimore, MD, New Horizons ALF is a quiet, gated community offering…

4.14

Average of 6 reviews

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Roland Park Place
Roland Park Place

830 W 40 Street, Baltimore, MD 49213

Roland Park Place
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
Roland Park Place is a retirement community with 260 senior apartments and multiple levels of care. Floor…

4.52

Average of 48 reviews

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Brightview White Marsh
Brightview White Marsh

8100 Rossville Blvd, Baltimore, MD 49247

Brightview White Marsh
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Brightview Senior Living is an assisted living facility that aims to create a comfortable existence among friends…

4.05

Average of 93 reviews

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Aventura at the Heights
Aventura at the Heights

7218 Park Heights Ave., Baltimore, MD 49210

Aventura at the Heights
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Located in a walkable section of Baltimore, Tudor Heights is a safe, secure environment for seniors needing…

3.76

Average of 18 reviews

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Woodlands Assisted Living
Woodlands Assisted Living

1320 Windlass Drive, Baltimore, MD 49224

Woodlands Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Hospice
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
Woodlands Assisted Living is a three-story community that provides assisted living and memory care to seniors who…

3.5

Average of 71 reviews

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Brookdale Towson

Brookdale Towson

6451 N Charles St Baltimore, MD 21212

Brookdale Towson
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Sunlit private apartments designed for ease of mobility are where seniors at Brookdale Towson call home. Professional…

3.96

Average of 65 reviews

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Symphony Manor at Roland Park

Symphony Manor at Roland Park

4301 Roland Ave Baltimore, MD 21210

Symphony Manor at Roland Park
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Hospice
  • Respite
Symphony Manor at Roland Park offers seniors a luxurious space to call home and professional staff members…

4.2

Average of 41 reviews

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Springwell Senior Living

Springwell Senior Living

2211 W Rogers Ave Baltimore, MD 21209

Springwell Senior Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
Located in the Mt. Washington neighborhood of Baltimore, Springwell Senior Living Baltimore's prime location and scheduled transportation…

4.2

Average of 92 reviews

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Lamplight Inn of Baltimore

Lamplight Inn of Baltimore

3855 Greenspring Ave Baltimore, MD 21211

Lamplight Inn of Baltimore
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
Residents of Lamplight Inn of Baltimore enjoy assisted living and memory care with superior comfort and surrounded…

3.74

Average of 39 reviews

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Augsburg Lutheran Home & Village

Augsburg Lutheran Home & Village

6825 Campfield Rd Baltimore, MD 21207

Augsburg Lutheran Home & Village
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
  • Skilled Nursing
The Augsburg Lutheran Home & Village was founded in 1892 and provides a peaceful, caring community on…

3.68

Average of 26 reviews

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Beechwood Assisted Living

Beechwood Assisted Living

101 N. Beechwood Ave, Catonsville, MD 49238

Beechwood Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Respite
Surrounded by flowers and mature oak trees, Beechwood Assisted Living offers seniors around-the-clock assistance with activities of…

3.52

Average of 11 reviews

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Ambrozean Care Center Inc

Ambrozean Care Center Inc

3800 W Rogers Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215

Ambrozean Care Center Inc
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
At Ambrozean Care Center Inc. in Baltimore, MD, seniors receive a continuum of care that includes independent…

5

Average of 1 reviews

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Sunrise of Pikesville

Sunrise of Pikesville

3800 Old Court Rd., Pikesville MD 21208

Sunrise of Pikesville
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Hospice
  • Respite
Sunrise of Pikesville offers high standards of care in a peaceful country environment not far from Baltimore.…

4.3

Average of 84 reviews

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Glynn Taff Assisted Living

Glynn Taff Assisted Living

5741 Edmondson Ave., Catonsville, MD 49238

Glynn Taff Assisted Living
  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care
  • Respite
Glynn Taff Assisted Living provides high-quality care for seniors to lead active, healthy lives. Wellness programs are…

3.65

Average of 26 reviews

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Brightview Towson

Brightview Towson

20 East Burke Avenue, Towson, MD 49274

Brightview Towson
  • Assisted Living
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing
Brightview Senior Living offers contemporary apartments and individualized care that encourages independence and dignity. Concierge services, a…

4.49

Average of 54 reviews

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COVID-19 Rules for Assisted Living in Baltimore

For assisted living communities, COVID-19 rules and regulations are typically set at the state level. You can view specific rules on our guide to assisted living in MD. These rules change often, and many communities have policies in place that go above and beyond what’s required by the state, so you should contact your local community for more information. Additionally, you can contact your local Area Agency on Aging to learn more.

How to Pay for Assisted Living in Baltimore

In Baltimore, assisted living is moderately priced at $4,750 per month. While this is $250 higher than the national rate of $4,500, it’s affordable compared to the state average of $4,900.

Assisted Living in Baltimore vs. Nearby Cities 

Assisted living facilities in Baltimore charge $4,750 per month, which is moderate compared to rates in nearby cities. Those who want to save money may consider obtaining care in Hagerstown, where respective care costs come in at $4,630. In Salisbury, rates are over $200 higher than in Baltimore at $4,980, and in Cumberland, residential care facility residents pay $5,248.

  • Baltimore: $4,750
  • Maryland: $4,900
  • United States: $4,500
  • Cumberland: $5,248
  • Hagerstown: $4,630
  • Salisbury: $4,980

Assisted Living vs. Other Types of Care in Baltimore, MD 

Adult day health care is the cheapest senior care option in Baltimore at $1,927, but unlike assisted living, it doesn’t provide housing and around-the-clock monitoring. Assisted living costs $4,750 per month and may be affordable for those who would otherwise have mortgage or rent payments. Home-based care, including homemaker services and skilled home health aide services, is costlier with fees coming in at $4,957 and $5,053, respectively. Nursing homes provide a higher degree of care than assisted living and have costlier monthly fees of $10,798.

  • Homemaker Services: $4,957
  • Home Health Aide: $5,053
  • Adult Day Health Care: $1,927
  • Assisted Living: $4,750
  • Nursing Home: $10,798

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Baltimore

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Other Ways to Pay for Assisted Living in Baltimore

Since not everyone can afford to pay for assisted living out-of-pocket, it’s important to find alternative methods to help make assisted living more affordable. Some of these options include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about your options for making assisted living more affordable, visit our guide to Assisted Living in Baltimore.

Free and Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources for Seniors in Baltimore

In Baltimore, several agencies and programs serve seniors in need of long-term care. Through the following resources, older adults in and around Baltimore can learn about local assisted living facilities and common options for paying for services. This table also highlights advocacy services, as well as information and referral services and legal and financial counseling agencies.

Resource Contact Service
Senior Centers (410) 396-1337 The Baltimore City Health Department operates over a dozen senior centers, each of which offers congregate meals and social and recreational programs for older adults. Activities vary by center but may include fitness classes, educational courses and health screenings.
Baltimore City Health Department (410) 396-2273 Those aged 60 and over can access a broad range of services and supports through the city’s Division on Aging Services. Through this division, seniors obtain care coordination, volunteer-based services and advocacy. The Division serves as one of the state’s 20 Maryland Access Point sites. This free information and assistance program provides public benefits screenings, assistance with navigating age-related health and behavior issues, legal assistance and Medicare enrollment.
VA Baltimore Regional Office (800) 698-2411 The VA Baltimore Regional Office provides benefits screening and assistance for older veterans in the region, helping them obtain state and federal benefits, such as tax breaks, health care services and financial assistance programs, that may help them fund assisted living. Staff can also help veterans obtain the necessary documentation for applying for benefits, request discharge upgrades, follow up on application statuses and dispute denied claims.
Maryland Legal Aid (866) 635-2948 Maryland Legal Aid provides civil legal assistance to qualifying individuals in Baltimore and the surrounding region. It operates the Long-Term Care Assistance Project, which helps clients research and plan for long-term care needs, including assigning guardianship and powers of attorney. It also helps seniors navigate issues, such as applying for private health insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, understanding their rights as assisted living residents and paying for long-term care.
Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (410) 396-3144 The Maryland Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program represents those living in assisted living facilities in Baltimore and advocates for their rights and quality of care. The ombudsman can help seniors research local facilities and resolve problems that arise. They can also mediate disagreements with facility staff or fellow residents and investigate reports of abuse or neglect.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Baltimore

Assisted Living Communities in Baltimore are required to follow a set of rules and regulations that are determined by the state. For more specific information, talk with your local community or Area Agency on Aging.

Laws and regulations for assisted living in Maryland

The Top Assisted Living Communities in the Baltimore Area

In order to find the top assisted living communities in the Baltimore area, our team of researchers:

  • Sorted through 89 communities using our unique methodology
  • Spent over 30 hours researching assisted living communities in Baltimore
  • Read more than 710 reviews left by residents and their family members

After filtering out facilities that didn’t meet our high standards, we were left with 20 assisted living communities that earned our seal of approval. Through this process we discovered that the average cost of assisted living in the city of Baltimore is $4,750, which is lower than the state average of $4,900 and higher than the national average of $4,500.

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Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner
Jonathan Frank
Licensed Social Worker and Certified Dementia Practitioner

Jonathan Frank is a Licensed Social Worker with over 10 years experience working with the geriatric population in a variety of different settings. He received his Masters degree from Rutgers University with a certificate in Aging and Gerontological Services. Additionally, he is a Certified Dementia Practitioner accredited by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners. Jonathan also has Bachelors degree in psychology and worked as an Emergency Medical Technician for 14 years. His passion lies with the elderly and ensuring they age with dignity.

Read on for in-depth information about the top assisted living facilities in Baltimore, a brief dive into our methodology for determining the best assisted living communities, and a searchable directory of 89 communities in the Baltimore area.

Our Methodology

It’s not what we research, but the way we research that makes AssistedLiving.org stand out. We start by identifying problems and challenges in the senior care industry by gaining insight from conversations with industry professionals, older adults, and those that care for them. Next, our research team led by industry experts apply our data-driven research techniques to understand the magnitude of the challenge and how to overcome it. Finally, we present our findings in easy-to-understand guides and studies and share our actionable results with influencers and caregivers, as well as the general public.

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Facility Features (40%)

Facility Health Services Graded on health services provided
on the facility including, but not
limited to, on-site nursing,
pharmacy, skilled nursing,
medicine administration, etc

Facility Amenities Graded on the available
amenities.

Affordability Financial assistance acceptance
and overall costs and value.

Residential Quality (40%)

Resident Satisfaction Polling & survey of overall facility satisfaction.

Facility Complaint and Violations Number of complaints and violations the facility had. Taking into account improvement over time.

Online Reviews Aggregated verified online reviews.

Location (20%)

Location-Based Benefits Including, but not limited to, proximity to
hospitals, ambulance response times, senior
resources available, and state and city
financial assistance.

Location Quality Local crime rates, incidents against older
adults, air quality, climate.

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