Homecrest House

Homecrest House

Overview of Homecrest House

Homecrest House is an independent living community in Silver Spring, MD, with private housing and no daily care. Studio and one-bedroom options may suit someone who wants to live independently in one of these layouts.

Homecrest House opened in 2007 and allows residents to bring a pet to live with them. Respite care offers short-term stays for a family caregiver who needs to travel or recover.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #158 / 168Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 158th out of 168 independent living communities we track in Maryland for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Maryland that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
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About This Community

License Details

State License TypesMontgomery County, Maryland

Certifications & Programs

Congregate Housing Service ProgramA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Congregate Housing Service Program
Housekeeping
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Transportation to appointments

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Modern Kitchen
Ten-Acre Campus
Emergency Call System
Activities
Onsite and Local Community-Based Activities

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Homecrest House.
  • Kosher dining.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Studio
1 Bedroom Floor plans: Edwards
In-Room Features
Wall-To-Wall Carpet Individual Heating & Air Conditioning Ample Closet Space Walk-In Closet (Select Units) Step-In Bathtub (Select Units) Kitchenette With Refrigerator/Freezer And Stovetop Large Private Bathroom With Roll-In Shower And Fold-Down Seat Grab Bars In Bathrooms

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Address 7.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Silver Spring's city center to Homecrest House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maryland

Homecrest House is located in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maryland.

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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
MD

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $11,000 individual
MD

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (~5 trips/month) Case management

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
MD

Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (unlimited per medical need)

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+
General Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
MD

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Benefits
Personal care Meals 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Age —
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
MD

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
Income Limits (2025) $48,560/year individual, 300% FPL
Asset Limits None specified.
MD

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Benefits
Up to $40/month premium subsidy Reducing drug costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
MD

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Benefits
Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MD

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week) Chores Nurse supervision

Frequently Asked Questions about Homecrest House

Is Homecrest House in a walkable area?

Homecrest House has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Homecrest House?

Yes, Homecrest House allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Homecrest House?

The team at Homecrest House can be reached at info@homecresthouse.org.

Does Homecrest House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Homecrest House is registered as a non-profit.

Are there photos of Homecrest House?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Homecrest House in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Homecrest House provide?

Homecrest House offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Homecrest House?

Homecrest House is located at 14508 Homecrest Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

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