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Overview of House of Helping Hands II

House of Helping Hands II is an assisted living community in Baltimore, Maryland. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident lives in a residential setting. With six beds, the community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other.

Housing consists of semi-private rooms with one bed. The arrangement suits a resident who wants a shared room and companion. A Walk Score of 72 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Charlotte Hall Veterans Home

29449 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622
Overview of Charlotte Hall Veterans Home

Charlotte Hall Veterans Home provides nursing home, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Charlotte Hall, Maryland. The home opened in 1985 and has 168 beds. Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to another level can happen within the same community rather than requiring a new placement elsewhere.

Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care supports short stays when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover, giving families a temporary care arrangement.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. The home accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families those payment routes for covered care and services. Tina S Larose serves as the director. On-site medical services, a pharmacy, rehabilitation, dentistry, optometry, and podiatry allow residents to receive several health-related services at the home, while daily transportation at no charge to the DCVA Medical Center lets residents reach that facility without arranging their own transportation.

Price range $178 - $201/Day

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Overview of Assisted Living at Goodwill

Assisted Living at Goodwill provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Grantsville, MD. Assisted living includes personal care assistance around the clock and medication management for routine daily needs, while independent living offers private living without daily care. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Several care levels are available here. The community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time and who may be able to remain in the same community as care requirements change. The home has 45 beds, placing it among smaller communities where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 32 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time assigned across residents.

A salon, outdoor courtyard, scenic grounds, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy services give residents access to grooming, outdoor space, and rehabilitation through the community. Transportation to outside appointments and social events can be arranged for a fee, while Medicare and private pay are accepted. The Walk Score is 30 out of 100, indicating a setting where most errands require a car or a ride.

Price range $139 - $199/Day

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Overview of Gloria Friends Home

Gloria Friends Home is an assisted living community in Baltimore, Maryland. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while maintaining their own living space.

The home has 15 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Gloria Friends Home may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller assisted living setting.

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Overview of Ncc Assisted Living

Ncc Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Baltimore, MD, offering personal care, memory support, enhanced assisted living, respite care, and end-of-life care. Here, older adults can find a home away from home, especially with its thoughtfully curated amenities. Along with 24/7 on-call nurse support, medication administration, continence care, fall prevention, and behavioral support are also provided. The community also partners with hospitals, social workers, and rehab centers, while providing care coordination, ensuring residents are well-cared for.

Cognitive games, small-group programs, and outings are conducted for residents’ emotional, mental, social, and physical well-being. Along with accessible bathrooms, fire safety systems, and regular emergency drills, communal spaces, outdoor areas, and designated areas for family visits are also available. The community also guarantees accessibility with its ideal location in the thriving neighborhood of Baltimore. Focusing on those who require care beyond standard assisted living, Ncc Assisted Living is one of the best options for senior living in Maryland.

Overview of Baywoods of Annapolis

Offering personal care, rehabilitation, and short-term rehab, Baywoods of Annapolis is a 60+ assisted living community in Annapolis, Maryland, that has been operating for 17 years. The community has a current occupancy of 66.7%, with an average stay of 104 days. Dining services, transportation, and assistance with activities of daily living are also provided to support residents’ daily experiences. Pets are also welcome, allowing residents to bring animal companions.

Fitness programs, lectures, and a variety of activities are conducted to promote holistic wellness and encourage active living. The community also features one- and two-bedroom apartments in a three-story setting, ensuring residents can rest comfortably. Its location on Bay Front Drive is also slightly walkable, with a Walk Score of 28, requiring residents to access most amenities through transportation, though some services are available within walking distance. Baywoods of Annapolis also accepts Medicare and private pay, providing more payment options.

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Up and About Care Assisted Living

2902 Lyndhurst Ave, Baltimore, MD 21216
Overview of Up and About Care Assisted Living

Up and About Care Assisted Living provides assisted living in Baltimore, Maryland, in the Windsor Hills neighborhood. With five beds, it is a small setting where staff and residents can get to know one another. Private rooms give each resident a single personal living space.

Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, which may suit someone who needs that support while retaining a private room. Medicaid is accepted as a payment option for assisted living. A Walk Score of 52 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands without a car.

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Overview of Ovalstone Comfort Home – Welling Lane

Conveniently located near Hollins Place, Ovalstone Comfort Home – Welling Lane is a small, single-story residential community in Bowie, Maryland. The home was built around a five-bed model and offers private and semi-private room options for residents seeking a close-knit residential setting. The property is in a neighborhood with a Walkability Score of 49. Some nearby services may be accessible on foot, but families need to drive for most trips.

Families evaluating small-scale care communities may find Ovalstone a practical option. The home’s smaller size can support more individualized attention in a home-like environment, compared with the larger, multi-building complexes common in the area. Its single-story design and modest size may appeal to residents looking for quiet, familiar surroundings and closer relationships with staff.

Prospective residents and families should schedule a tour to see the private and semi-private room options, meet staff, and get a sense of daily life and operations at the community.

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Overview of At Home Away From Home

At Home Away From Home is an assisted living community in Oxon Hill, MD, in the South Lawn neighborhood. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, while shared rooms mean residents live with a roommate. The home has eight beds, so its small size may suit someone who prefers a smaller residential community, and shared-room housing can suit a resident who wants a companion in their living space.

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Overview of Elder Companion Home of Md I

Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD, Elder Companion Home of Md I is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. A kind and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to residents’ unique needs around the clock to ensure their comfort and safety. Housekeeping, laundry, and linens are also taken care of, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

A well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and fun recreational programs is also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Mobile Usability
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  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Maryland at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,519The average monthly cost across facilities in Maryland. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 43/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Maryland. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 29The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maryland. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Maryland

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maryland?

Assisted living in Maryland supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maryland?

Assisted living in Maryland is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Maryland Medicaid cover assisted living?

Maryland Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Maryland) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 812 assisted living facilities in Maryland. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Maryland?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Maryland, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Maryland?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.