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Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Charlestown Community | Nursing Home in Baltimore, MD

Overview of Charlestown Community

Charlestown Community is a retirement community that offers a variety of services and amenities for its residents. It provides dining options, health and fitness facilities, and various resident activities. The community is designed to support a vibrant and engaging lifestyle for seniors.

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Capacity and availability

High-capacity home

May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Total beds 238

238-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

35 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

Facility Type3

IssuanceAugust 1, 1990

CountyBaltimore

Profit Statusfalse

Fitness Center

Aquatic Center

Medical Center

Dental Office

Cvs Pharmacy

Shuttle/Transportation

Housekeeping

Maintenance

Recycling And Trash Pickup

Specific ProgramsDining, Resident Activities, Clubs and Groups, Education, Events, Health/Fitness, Memory Support, Home Care, Outpatient Rehab, Transportation

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Advanced Rehab at Autumn Lake Healthcare		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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.	Lutherville (Rockland)	110	68.8%	-16%	4.24				-34%	+12%	1	40	10.0	1	74	-	10	515 Brightfield Road Holdco Llc	$11.2M	$1.1M	9.7%	215226
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Alice Manor		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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.	Baltimore (Woodberry)	105	81.7%	-1%	3.47				-37%	-8%	0	54	13.5	1	92	-	59	Alice Operator Llc	$12.7M	$1.5M	12.1%	215215
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Arlington West		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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.	Baltimore (Dolfield)	82	93.8%	+14%	3.26				-61%	-14%	0	45	15.0	0	75	-	70	Awcc Holdco Llc	$11.6M	$1.5M	13%	215349
Autumn Lake Healthcare at BridgePark		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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.	Baltimore (Central Forest Park)	99	88.9%	+8%	3.77				+4%	0%	0	71	17.8	1	85	C+	69	Bp Capital	$16.5M	$1.1M	6.7%	215195
Charlestown Community	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). 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.	Baltimore	238	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Advanced Rehab at Autumn Lake Healthcare

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Lutherville (Rockland)

Bed Count: 110

Occupancy: 68.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -16%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.2

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-34%

Staffing vs State Avg: +12%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations: 40

Citations per Inspection: 10.0

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 74.00

Operator: 515 Brightfield Road Holdco Llc

Home Revenue: $11,242,712.00

Payroll Costs: $1,091,465.00

Payroll %: 9.7%

CCN: 215226

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Alice Manor

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Baltimore (Woodberry)

Bed Count: 105

Occupancy: 81.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -1%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.5

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-37%

Staffing vs State Avg: -8%

Citations: 54

Citations per Inspection: 13.5

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 92.40

Operator: Alice Operator Llc

Home Revenue: $12,740,049.00

Payroll Costs: $1,537,730.00

Payroll %: 12.1%

CCN: 215215

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Arlington West

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Baltimore (Dolfield)

Bed Count: 82

Occupancy: 93.8%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +14%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

-61%

Staffing vs State Avg: -14%

Citations: 45

Citations per Inspection: 15.0

Avg Residents/Day: 75.10

Operator: Awcc Holdco Llc

Home Revenue: $11,607,714.00

Payroll Costs: $1,511,598.00

Payroll %: 13%

CCN: 215349

Autumn Lake Healthcare at BridgePark

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Baltimore (Central Forest Park)

Bed Count: 99

Occupancy: 88.9%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +8%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.8

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+4%

Staffing vs State Avg: 0%

Citations: 71

Citations per Inspection: 17.8

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 85

Operator: Bp Capital

Home Revenue: $16,491,687.00

Payroll Costs: $1,097,077.00

Payroll %: 6.7%

CCN: 215195

Charlestown Community

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Baltimore

Bed Count: 238

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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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).

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

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Benefits

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.

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.

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

Age —

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

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.

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).

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).

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

Benefits

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

7.3 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Baltimore's city center to Charlestown Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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