A Home Away From Home
A Home Away From Home
Enjoy a better quality of life at A Home Away From Home, a blissful community in Gwynn Oak, MD, that offers assisted living. Residents can rest their worries with a compassionate and well-trained team helping with their daily activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also promotes a supportive and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.
A full calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, so residents can interact with their surroundings and learn new things. Residents also have a delightful dining experience with carefully planned dining options. The community has a variety of amenities, designed for residents’ enjoyment and wellness.
5-bed community Rank #424 / 685Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 424th out of 685 homes in Maryland for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #199 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 199th out of 985 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
CountyHoward
Respite Care
No mild Alzheimer's level
No moderate Alzheimer's level
No severe Alzheimer's level
Visitor PolicyFamily Visits 24-Hours-A-Day
Laundry
ActivitiesA variety of daily activities and social opportunities are offered, including group games, crafts, fitness programs, and outings
Wellness Program
Specific Programs24-Hour Caregiving, Pastoral Care, Emergency Adult Day Care, Referrals for Memorial & Bereavement Services, Personalized Care Plans, Activities and Socialization
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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0.8 miles from city center
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| Edenwald Senior Living | AL IL MC NH SNF | Towson (Southerly Road) | 94
Facility
94
MD AVG
42
Rank
#139 / 685 | No |
83
Facility
83
MD AVG
43
Rank
#70 / 985 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ |
18% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (82% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
82% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 82% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
100% White Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
0% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. | - |
13% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
53% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 53% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
35% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 35% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities. |
| Bedford Court, a CCRC | AL HOS IL MC NH RC SNF | Silver Spring (International Drive) | 76
Facility
76
MD AVG
42
Rank
#174 / 685 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
MD AVG
43
Rank
#261 / 985 | Studio / 1 Bed | 34
Facility
34
MD AVG
21
Rank
#22 / 210 | - |
15% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (85% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
85% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 85% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
95% White Residents — State Benchmarked 95% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
3% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 3% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
2% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (2%). |
2% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 2% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
8% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
65% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 65% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
26% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 26% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities. |
| Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant | AL IL NH SNF | Ellicott City (Lutheran Village At Miller’s Grant) | 36
Facility
36
MD AVG
42
Rank
#230 / 685 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
MD AVG
43
Rank
#746 / 985 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21
Facility
21
MD AVG
21
Rank
#108 / 210 | - |
17% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 17% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (83% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
83% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 83% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
83% White Residents — State Benchmarked 83% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data. |
11% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 11% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown. |
6% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (6%). | - |
33% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 33% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs. |
44% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 44% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm. |
22% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 22% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities. |
| Friends House Retirement Community | AL IL NH SNF | Sandy Spring | 24
Facility
24
MD AVG
42
Rank
#242 / 685 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
MD AVG
43
Rank
#891 / 985 | - | 20
Facility
20
MD AVG
21
Rank
#112 / 210 | - |
6% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (94% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
94% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 94% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
94% White Residents — State Benchmarked 94% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
6% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (6%). |
6% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
18% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
53% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 53% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
24% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 24% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities. |
| A Home Away From Home | AL | Gwynn Oak (Central Forest Park) | 5
Facility
5
MD AVG
42
Rank
#424 / 685 | No |
69
Facility
69
MD AVG
43
Rank
#199 / 985 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about A Home Away From Home
What neighborhood is A Home Away From Home in?
A Home Away From Home is in the Central Forest Park neighborhood of Gwynn Oak.
Is A Home Away From Home in a walkable area?
A Home Away From Home has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at A Home Away From Home?
No, A Home Away From Home has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does A Home Away From Home have?
A Home Away From Home has 5 beds.
Are there photos of A Home Away From Home?
Yes — there are 7 photos of A Home Away From Home in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of A Home Away From Home?
A Home Away From Home is located at 4309 Liberty Heights Avenue, Gwynn Oak, MD 21207.
What is the phone number of A Home Away From Home?
(443) 854-8835 will put you in contact with the team at A Home Away From Home.
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