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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Nichols, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in Nichols, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Nichols or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Nichols.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Nichols for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 58 assisted living facilities in the Nichols area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Easton, Milford and Cambridge.
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My mother has received wonderful care at Yellow Bank. The caregivers have met her where she is in her illness and provided tender, loving care.
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.
Assisted Living at Yellow Bank is a great facility located in Dunkirk, Maryland. We are located in a beautiful quiet residential area. We are committed to providing excellent service for the elderly. Our facility has a home-like feeling offering furnished private and semi private rooms. We have a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Nichols, MD
The average cost of senior living in Nichols is $5,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Church Creek, MD with an average of $4,742 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Nichols, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Nichols, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Nichols vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Nichols, MD by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Nichols over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Nichols, 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 Nichols.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Nichols
Recent reviews for assisted living in Nichols
Peregrine Salisbury
4.6
We are very pleased with our choice. The facility has a home like feel. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. My mom loves the food and raves about it. They encourage families to come and eat with them. I would recommend Peregrine Salisbury to others.
Queenstown Landing
5.0
My inlaws reside at Queenstown Landing. My Father In Law recently passed. The kindness and warmth provided to him is beyond words. Exceptional care and interaction with the residents and families.
The Staff is Family, and knows their resident's personalities and needs. They have the best ...
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Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick Island in Selbyville, DE
5.0
My mother has been a resident at Brandywine Fenwick for 2.5 years. During this period she has received outstanding personal and professional care. AL living is a significant transition and hard for all involved, and nothing is ever perfect. However the leadership and caregivers at Brandywine ...
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Nichols review score based on 201 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 201 reviews of 53 Nichols assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Nichols 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
Nichols review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Nichols 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 201 reviews of 53 Nichols assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Nichols 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.Nichols, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Nichols assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nichols assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nichols, 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 Nichols 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 Nichols 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
67.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
58.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.7%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Nichols 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 Nichols Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nichols, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.2%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nichols 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 Nichols partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nichols, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
43.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Nichols 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 Nichols communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nichols, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
39.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nichols 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 Nichols offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nichols, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Nichols
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 Nichols protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton, Peregrine Salisbury and Annapolitan Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Nichols, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 58 assisted living facilities near Nichols, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Nichols, Maryland are Peregrine Salisbury and Milford Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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