Overview of Tender Care

Spend your golden years at Tender Care, a friendly community in Baltimore, MD, offering assisted living. Here, residents also enjoy a worry-free lifestyle, with a kind and highly skilled team providing exceptional support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7. The community also strives to keep residents comfortable and safe with accessible and specially designed accommodations.

Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, engaging activities and light exercises are conducted. Residents also have a delightful dining experience with healthy and tasty meals that foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs. Transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment.

Bed community size
4-bed community Rank #601 / 697Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 601st out of 697 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 76 / 100 Rank #118 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 118th out of 985 homes in Maryland. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAl
CountyBaltimore City

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

No CNA training program

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

3 services
No mild Alzheimer's level
No moderate Alzheimer's level
No severe Alzheimer's level

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaAge, Health Condition, Financial Resources, Residency, Doctor’s Recommendation
Minimum Age65+
Linen ServiceYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Patio
Housekeeping

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Building Type: 2-story

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Baltimore's city center to Tender Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maryland

Tender Care is located in Baltimore, 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).
MD

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
MD

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.
MD

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.
MD

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
MD

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.
MD

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).
MD

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).
MD

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Tender Care

What neighborhood is Tender Care in?

Tender Care is in the Coppin Heights/Ash-Co-East neighborhood of Baltimore.

Is Tender Care in a walkable area?

Tender Care has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How many beds does Tender Care have?

Tender Care has 4 beds.

Are there photos of Tender Care?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Tender Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Tender Care?

Tender Care is located at 1701 N Bentalou Street, Baltimore, MD 21216.

What is the phone number of Tender Care?

(443) 271-9285 will put you in contact with the team at Tender Care.

What county is Tender Care located in?

Tender Care is in Baltimore City County.

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