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The average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Maryland is $6,951, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Johnsontown area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of assisted living in Johnsontown, MD

The average cost of senior living in Maryland is $6,951 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Maryland vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.

Column communityType: Community type

Column state: Maryland

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Maryland	U.S.	Cost difference
Assisted Living	$6,951/mo	$5,830/mo	19.2% above national median
Memory Care	$8,003/mo	$6,999/mo	14.3% above national median
Independent Living	$4,117/mo	$3,520/mo	17.0% above national median

Assisted Living

Maryland:$6,951/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:19.2% above national median

Memory Care

Maryland:$8,003/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:14.3% above national median

Independent Living

Maryland:$4,117/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:17.0% above national median

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Johnsontown, 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 Johnsontown.

Private income options in Maryland

Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.

VA benefits in Maryland

Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.

Medicare and Medicaid in Maryland

Consider Medicaid and/or Medicare to reduce assisted living costs.

What families are saying about assisted living in Johnsontown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Johnsontown

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 ...

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 ...

The Comforts of Home in Ellicott City, MD

4.6

I was referred to The Comforts of Home Randallstown location. However, that facility was full but they did have an opening in their Reisterstown location. All in all, I did like the Reisterstown location, both staff and overall facility appearance, except for the distance. Because of the ...

Johnsontown review score based on 4,361 family reviews

8.2

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This proprietary review score is based on 4361 reviews of 127 Johnsontown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.

The Johnsontown 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

Johnsontown review score compared against nearby cities

8.2

Johnsontown, MD127 facilities

8.3

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8.2

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Review subcategories for Johnsontown 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 4,361 reviews of 127 Johnsontown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Johnsontown 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.

Johnsontown, MD averageNational average

Cleanliness

4.3

4.4

Friendliness

4.4

4.5

Care services

4.2

4.3

Staff

4.4

4.6

Meals & dining

4.1

4.2

Activities

4.1

4.3

Value for cost*

4.1

4.2

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Johnsontown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Johnsontown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Johnsontown, 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 Johnsontown 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 Johnsontown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.

Johnsontown, MDNational

Full medication management

67.1%

45.5%

Doctor on call

61.9%

29.6%

24-Hour awake staff

93.4%

91.5%

Diabetic care

95%

93.2%

*Visiting health care professionals

71.1%

49.4%

Home care agency on-site

39.5%

26.2%

Non-ambulatory care

93.2%

91.1%

Respite or short term stays

62.9%

41.2%

Hospice available on-site

65.3%

45.9%

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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Johnsontown 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 Johnsontown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.

Johnsontown, MDNational

Dementia behaviors care

68.7%

44.5%

Specialized memory care training for staff

48.9%

28.4%

Secured community and/or wander guard

66.7%

35.7%

Memory care only community

19%

11.9%

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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Johnsontown 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 Johnsontown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Johnsontown, MDNational

Nutritionist / dietician

34%

23.9%

Low / no sodium

59.7%

35.8%

No sugar

53.3%

32.7%

Vegetarian

49.1%

31.9%

Pureed meals

31.8%

16.3%

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Availability of select dining options in Johnsontown 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 Johnsontown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Johnsontown, MDNational

Professional chef

42.6%

27.6%

Restaurant style dining

51.5%

37%

Room service

46.7%

32.2%

Anytime dining

27.6%

15.7%

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Availability of select programs and activities in Johnsontown 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 Johnsontown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Johnsontown, MDNational

Activity director

56.6%

40.4%

Pet-focused programs

40.9%

27%

Community service programs

43.9%

26.6%

Devotional activities on-site

63.6%

43.1%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

64.7%

42.9%

Outings / off-site activities

63%

45.5%

Piano or organ

45.1%

36.1%

Arts and crafts center

42.5%

31.2%

Educational speakers / life long learning

52.2%

33.2%

Clubs / games / karaoke

59.8%

40.7%

Live performances

61.4%

40.9%

Dances

39%

26.8%

Fitness center

24.4%

21.5%

Fitness classes

59.8%

40%

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State regulations for assisted living in Johnsontown

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

Learn about Maryland assisted living regulations Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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