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Royal Residential Services
Have a blissful retirement at Royal Residential Services, a distinguished community in Columbia, MD, offering assisted living. Prioritizing residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly skilled team provides top-notch care tailored to their personal needs around the clock. The community ensures residents have a hassle-free living, helping with cleaning, laundry, and other chores.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a good option for those looking to make the most of their best years without worries.
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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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1.3 miles from city center
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Info below is compiled from the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Percentage of residents reported as male in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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Percentage of residents reported as female in state demographics, shown as a whole-number percent.
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Share of residents reported as White in the state-published race/ethnicity breakdown for this facility, shown as a whole-number percent. Parsed from the same source as the profile demographics section.
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Share of residents reported as African American or Black in the state breakdown, shown as a whole-number percent. Labels in the raw data are normalized to this bucket for compare.
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Combined share of all race/ethnicity groups that are not classified as White or African American (e.g. Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and other labeled categories), summed to a single whole-number percent.
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Share of residents aged 65–74 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
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Share of residents aged 75–84 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
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Share of residents aged 85–94 in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
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Share of residents aged 95 or older in reported demographics, as a whole-number percentage of residents.
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| Morningside House of Ellicott City | AL HOS MC RC | Ellicott City (Dorsey's Search) | 140
Facility
140
MD AVG
42
Rank
#48 / 684 | Yes |
12
Facility
12
MD AVG
45
Rank
#802 / 953 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 33
Facility
33
MD AVG
21
Rank
#25 / 210 | - |
28% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 28% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (72% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
72% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 72% 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. |
82% White Residents — State Benchmarked 82% 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. |
10% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 10% 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. |
9% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 9% 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: Other (5%), Hispanic (4%). |
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. |
44% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 44% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities. |
38% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 38% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community. |
13% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Brighton Gardens of Columbia | AL MC | Columbia (Owen Brown) | 102
Facility
102
MD AVG
42
Rank
#103 / 684 | Yes |
60
Facility
60
MD AVG
45
Rank
#315 / 953 | Private Rooms | 27
Facility
27
MD AVG
21
Rank
#64 / 210 | - |
16% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 16% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (84% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
84% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 84% 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. |
12% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 12% 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. |
5% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 5% 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: Hispanic (4%), Asian (1%). |
13% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living. |
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. |
40% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 40% 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. |
9% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 9% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community. |
| Sunrise of Columbia | AL HOS MC RC | Columbia (Hickory Ridge) | 96
Facility
96
MD AVG
42
Rank
#130 / 684 | Yes |
53
Facility
53
MD AVG
45
Rank
#391 / 953 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 45
Facility
45
MD AVG
21
Rank
#4 / 210 | A- |
31% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
69% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% 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. |
88% White Residents — State Benchmarked 88% 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. |
5% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 5% 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 (4%), American Indian (1%), Hispanic (1%). |
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. |
38% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 38% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities. |
36% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 36% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community. |
19% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 19% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Brightview Columbia | AL IL MC | Columbia | 80
Facility
80
MD AVG
42
Rank
#165 / 684 | Yes |
26
Facility
26
MD AVG
45
Rank
#678 / 953 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 4
Facility
4
MD AVG
21
Rank
#197 / 210 | - |
32% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 32% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (68% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
68% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 68% 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. |
93% White Residents — State Benchmarked 93% 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. |
7% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 7% 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. |
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. |
14% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 14% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living. |
34% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 34% 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. |
39% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 39% 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. |
13% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Royal Residential Services | AL | Columbia (Oakland Mills) | 5
Facility
5
MD AVG
42
Rank
#423 / 684 | No |
14
Facility
14
MD AVG
45
Rank
#788 / 953 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Royal Residential Services is located in Columbia, Maryland.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Residential Services
What neighborhood is Royal Residential Services in?
Royal Residential Services is in the Oakland Mills neighborhood of Columbia.
Is Royal Residential Services in a walkable area?
Royal Residential Services has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Royal Residential Services?
No, Royal Residential Services has a no-pet policy.
What is the address of Royal Residential Services?
Royal Residential Services is located at 6379 Shadow Shape Place, Columbia, MD 21045.
What is the phone number of Royal Residential Services?
(240) 553-7668 will put you in contact with the team at Royal Residential Services.
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