Best Memory Care in Salisbury, MD

Updated Mar 2026

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Maryland Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,000

National average: $5,600

Monthly cost range: $4,000–$6,500

National average: $3,400 – $8,200

Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:5–1:8

National average: 1:6

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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.

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Lakeside At Mallard Landing	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.	Salisbury (Nevins Addition)	92 Facility 92 MD AVG 137 Rank #159 / 705	No	8 Facility 8 MD AVG 45 Rank #869 / 986	Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	26 Facility 26 MD AVG — Rank #71 / 209	F	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury	AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.	Salisbury	82 Facility 82 MD AVG 137 Rank #175 / 705	No	56 Facility 56 MD AVG 45 Rank #357 / 986	Private Rooms	29 Facility 29 MD AVG — Rank #39 / 209	-	75% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 75% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. An unusually high male share for assisted living, where most facilities skew heavily female.	25% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 25% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. An unusually low female share — most assisted living facilities have 65–75% female residents.	96% White Residents — State Benchmarked 96% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 82%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context.	4% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 4% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown.	8% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 12%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support.	19% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 19% 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.	49% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 49% 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.	21% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 21% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these memory care communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

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Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

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.

Includes
Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

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

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

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

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

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

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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.

Includes
Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

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What is the average cost of memory care in Salisbury, MD?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Salisbury, MD is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Salisbury, MD?

Memory care in Salisbury, MD typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Salisbury, MD?

Memory care communities in Salisbury, MD typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

How many licensed memory care communities are there in Salisbury, MD?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 1+ (Lakeside at Mallard Landing) licensed memory care communities in Salisbury, MD.

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.

Does Maryland Medicaid cover memory care?

Maryland Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

Best Memory Care in Salisbury, MD

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Lakeside At Mallard Landing

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Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury

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