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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My friend is doing well here at these senior apartments. They do a very good job with keeping the community and grounds well maintained. The staff is good, they have been very helpful with this whole...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bellevieu Manchester Apartments is a senior housing complex located in the vibrant city of Baltimore, Baltimore county, Maryland. If you are looking for a secure and comfortable place to call home then Bellevieu Manchester Apartments is the place for you. Baltimore is an exciting city where...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My Mother in Law (MIL) moved into the Lancaster Country Meadows last summer and absolutely loves it there! Nice big room, good food, lots of activities for everyone if you want to participate. Allows pets,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Shrewsbury Lutheran Retirement
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
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Garden Spot Village is a great place where the staff truly cares about the residents! Everyone there is so helpful and thoughtful. Their activities and special events are so well thought out and a great time...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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think they were under staffed as far as aides & nurses, especially in the evenings. This was my impression, at least in the memory section.
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.
Woolwich Gardens is owned by a team of local physicians & entrepreneurs who understand the needs of our seniors and are committed to providing the best possible care.Our community features 40 assisted living apartment homes, and 26 memory care residences developed specifically to support...
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I love my apartment. a place for mom really helped me to get the apartment. I have no regrets. for their services.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Bon Secour Smallwood Summit senior housing community is located in the bustling metropolitan area of Baltimore, Baltimore County, MD. When in need of a little excitement, most seniors will choose to retire in a bigger area like Baltimore. With all of the attractions and amenities that this...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Carpenter Point, MD

The average cost of senior living in Carpenter Point is $3,912 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bel Air South, MD with an average of $2,881 per month.

Independent living costs in Carpenter Point, MD, vs. nearby cities

Carpenter Point, MD
$3,912/mo

Independent living costs in Carpenter Point, MD, vs. state and national averages

Carpenter Point, MD
$3,912/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Carpenter Point, MD, vs. other senior living options

$5,233/mo
Independent Living
$3,912/mo

Independent living costs in Carpenter Point, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,907/mo
Studio
$5,611/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,779/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,208/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Carpenter Point vs. state and 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 destination: Carpenter Point, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarpenter Point, MDMarylandU.S.
Independent Living$3,912/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,193/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,233/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carpenter Point, MD:$3,912/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Carpenter Point, MD:$5,193/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Carpenter Point, MD:$5,233/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Carpenter Point, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Carpenter Point and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Carpenter Point, MD

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carpenter Point have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carpenter Point, MD$3,972/mo$3,494/mo+13.7%
Maryland$4,066/mo$4,045/mo+0.5%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Carpenter Point, MD
2024 average cost:$3,972/mo
2023 average cost:$3,494/mo
Percent change:+13.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$4,066/mo
2023 average cost:$4,045/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Carpenter Point

Recent reviews for independent living in Carpenter Point

Harrison Senior Living Of Coatesville

4.9
Only been at HH for slightly over a year but have found all the nurses and staff to be very friendly and helpful, always willing lend me a helping hand when I need it. I enjoy the many little features that are provided, which are not provided in other living environments. Every week a new ...
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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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Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

4.6
We chose this place for my mom because it is very close to where we live and we can visit a lot. They seem to provide the most value for the price, there are nicer places but they were a lot more expensive. I toured four other homes before deciding on this one for my mom.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Attentive and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff across different communities, such as Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Foulk Living, and The Watermark at Bellingham, with several residents expressing appreciation for the long-term friendships they've made with caregivers ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the extensive range of activities offered, which include movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, as mentioned in reviews for Heatherwood Retirement Community, Senior Commons at Powder Mill, and Merrill Gardens at West Chester.
Thoughtfully maintained facilities. Reviews frequently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of common areas and private apartments, with residents of Harmony at Kent and The Watermark at Bellingham expressing satisfaction with the renovated living spaces and facilities.
Welcoming community atmosphere. Several residents share that they feel a sense of belonging and community at their senior living facilities, as noted in reviews for Merrill Gardens at Glen Mills, Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line a CCRC, and Wellington at Hershey's Mill.
Personalized care and accommodations. Some reviews highlight the accommodating nature of caregivers, with families reporting that staff make adjustments to meet individual resident needs, as seen in reviews for Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Eagleview Landing, and Harmony at Kent.
Delicious and varied dining options. Throughout the reviews, the quality of food and dining experiences stand out as major factors in overall resident satisfaction, with residents of Keystone Villa at Ephrata, Heatherwood Retirement Community, and Ivy Creek Gracious Retirement Living expressing their appreciation for the meals ...
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Carpenter Point independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carpenter Point independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carpenter Point 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
22.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carpenter Point independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carpenter Point communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carpenter Point, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
27.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carpenter Point independent 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 independent living communities in Carpenter Point offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carpenter Point, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
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