Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

Overview of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

An independent living residential community in Silver Spring, Maryland, is Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community. It supplies private apartment living with flexible floor plans. The community is nestled in a moderately walkable neighborhood on New Hampshire Avenue, where some services and errands can be done on foot, though a car is needed for most trips.

The residential setting features mid-rise construction with a blend of housing options: studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments. This variety allows residents to pick the living space best suited to their individual needs and preferences. Such independent living communities are designed for older adults wanting to maintain an active, self-directed lifestyle while accessing community amenities and social activities. The neighborhood location provides good access to everyday conveniences, though the average walkability score denotes that some shopping and services are best reached by vehicle. This setting fits occupants who value the balance between a residential community ambiance and nearby urban services’ convenience.

A personal tour by families considering Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community is a good way to see the apartment options, meet residents, and experience its atmosphere firsthand.

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Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #458 / 953Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 458th out of 953 homes 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 cover every community we track in Maryland that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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What does this home offer?

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Room Sizes: 388-825 / 513-1,051 / 937-1,001 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Recreational Activities

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Housekeeping Services

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Exercise Programs

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Silver Spring's city center to Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 6.36 miles to nearest hospital (UM Laurel Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maryland

Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community is located in Silver Spring, 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).
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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
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Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

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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.
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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.
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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

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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
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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.
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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).
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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).
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Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community

Is Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community in a walkable area?

Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community?

Yes, Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community?

Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community is located at 13716 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20904.

What is the phone number of Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community?

(301) 246-8432 will put you in contact with the team at Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community.

Does Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Wilshire Estates Gracious Retirement Community is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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