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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A Ray of Light Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Baltimore county, Baltimore, MD. Professional caregivers at the comfortable home provide assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The city was founded with Irish roots owing to its first governor, Cecil Calvert, Second...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
All In The Family Assist LivingAll In The Family Assisted Living is a residential care home located in historic Baltimore, Maryland in Baltimore County. The city is just a short drive northeast of Washington D.C. and is filled with plenty of historic locations like the B&O Railroad Museum,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Newly Renovated and Affordable at its best!!!     It is our policy to admit and provide care for all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, handicap, age, sex, marital status, religion or sexual preference. Eligibility for admission is based on Physician's...
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Cost of assisted living in Ellicott City, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ellicott City is $5,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Baltimore, MD with an average of $5,027 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ellicott City, MD vs. nearby cities

Ellicott City, MD
$5,245/mo
$5,027/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ellicott City, MD vs. the state and national average

Ellicott City, MD
$5,245/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Ellicott City vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,245/mo
$6,341/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Ellicott City, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$6,127/mo
Private
$3,838/mo
Studio
$5,413/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,147/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,028/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ellicott City over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ellicott City, MD

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Ellicott City.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ellicott City

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ellicott City

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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Ellicott City review score based on 175 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 175 reviews of 56 Ellicott City assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ellicott City review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ellicott City review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Ellicott City, MD56 facilities
7.9
Sykesville, MD18 facilities
6.7
Baltimore, MD60 facilities

Review subcategories for Ellicott City assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 175 reviews of 56 Ellicott City assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ellicott City resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Ellicott City assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ellicott City assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ellicott City, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ellicott City assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ellicott City that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
76.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ellicott City assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ellicott City Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ellicott City, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ellicott City assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ellicott City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.9%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Ellicott City assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ellicott City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
32.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ellicott City assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ellicott City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.2%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.8%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.2%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ellicott City

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ellicott City protect seniors.

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There are 63 assisted living facilities near Ellicott City, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ellicott City, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring, Morningside House of Friendship and Brighton Gardens of Columbia. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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