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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring
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9.8
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39 reviews
9.8
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Since this place specializes in memory care, their thoughtful construct and patient:staff ratio have been a game changer for my loved one. They engage the residents to ensure they are mentally stimulated...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Arden Courts of Silver Spring is a unique assisted living community that was built over 25 years ago and was designed exclusively for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's. Our community is the second community to be built out of the 50+ Arden’s in the United States. We...
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Photo of Montgomery Eldercare at Orchard
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9.8
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29 reviews
9.8
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There are really no structured activities and residents are put to bed very early. My husband has been there 4 months. I plan to speak with the manager about this one issue this week. They have been...
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.
Our mission is to promote independence and dignity for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. This commitment is reflected in the design of our community, and through the specialized program of care we provide.Our community is built on a foundation of dedication and deep...
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9.8
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I would rate Magnolia House as 5. The staff is caring and professional, and house is clean with good spaces. Empathy in working with families.
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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9.3
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They really care about there patients. Easy to work with! Very accommodating. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are needing to find a place for their loved one.
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.
Sycamore Acres II is located in Derwood, MD in Montgomery County. Our residential care home provides assistance to you in the kind of area that is quiet and relaxing. Those who spend time in Derwood enjoy all that Montgomery County offers including Seneca Creek State Park, Brookside Gardens,...
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Photo of Lorien Harmony Hall
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The food choices could be improved one but I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Harmony Hall assisted living has been a landmark in Howard County for over a quarter of a century. With a focus on quality care, socialization, and independence for, our philosophy encourages our residents to thrive and embrace a care free lifestyle, while receiving all the care they need at any...
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Photo of Bryant Woods Manor Memory Care and Assisted Living
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My parents are bed-ridden, but are taken well care of. The staff is friendly. The house is kept very clean and free of odors. The manager is very involved and is present whenever an ambulance is called or...
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.
Bryant Woods Assisted Living offers short & long term care to residents living in the Columbia Maryland and Baltimore, DC Maryland Metro area. We provide a loving home environment with 24-hour care for one affordable monthly rate. We respect the dignity of our residents and strive to provide...
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I thought the staff was very caring and the admin for the most part were very responsive. Sometimes a shortage of staff or if alert button was pressed-could take up to 30 minutes for someone to check the...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Olney Assisted Living
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Staff is super friendly and supportive for both the resident and their family. We've had good reports about the food and responsiveness of caregivers. Residents can customize the room with some flexibility....
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Olney Assisted Living, an Artis Senior Living community. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s uniqueness....
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Photo of Morningside House of Ellicott City
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Very supportive staff. They are kind and caring. The activities are varied and fun. The food and menu choices could be improved.
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.
Morningside House is a leading Assisted Living & Alzheimer's care provider proudly serving seniors and their families in our Baltimore/Washington area residences. Our communities offer the perfect mix of personal care and hospitality tailored to meet the individual needs of our residents. Our...
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Photo of Brookeville House II At Sunshine
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He experienced warmth and care at Brookeville House.[name removed], the nurse, went above and beyond. Very organized. Quickly got set up for care. Exceeded all expectations. Night and day difference from...
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.
Sunshine House at BrookevilleSunshine House at Brookeville is a senior residential care home that is located in the small town of Brookeville, MD and in Montgomery county. Brookeville is home to the beautiful Reddy Branch Stream Valley Park and is just north of Washington D.C. The group home...
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Photo of The Comforts of Home
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The Comforts of Home has a very compassionate culture. Their are very neat and transparent. Overall great experience. The owner is very accessible. We were very pleased with the care the Comforts of Home...
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.
The Comforts of Home is a residential care home located in Randallstown, MD in Baltimore County. Its proximity to shopping centers, churches, parks, and public transportation makes life fun and fulfilling for our residents. Our community sets in a quiet and well-kept environment for the seniors...
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Photo of Residences at Vantage Point CCRC
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8.5
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While I cannot comment on the continuum of care from independent living, I can comment that in the skilled nursing section, my friend has received excellent care from nursing and appropriate therapist and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Residences at Vantage Point in Columbia, Maryland, a not-for-profit, non-denominational Life Plan Community with all the extras you could imagine.You've done quite a lot in your life. When it comes to some things, you've done enough. Mowing the lawn, fixing the meals, shoveling snow, repairing...
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My uncle passed away in November Alfred house was terrific. We give it 10 stars. This is a first rate facility, especially for someone who is in their final stages of life.
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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They consistently went above and beyond. All categories are a number five except for food, which is a number four. The staff was very accommodating to our families needs and was responsive in regard to any...
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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Photo of Brookdale Olney
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1313 Floor plans available
7.2
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The only bad thing that I can say is the facility has had difficulty with the HVAC system. My mom has a giant HVAC unit in her room and sometimes it doesn't work. On the other end, I can't speak highly...
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.
Join us at our upscale assisted living community also offering Alzheimer’s and dementia care services in charming Olney, Md., just 20 miles from our nation’s capital in a rural location surrounded by verdant trees. Your fine living includes well-appointed, cozy common areas, a spacious apartment,...
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I rate all categories as a 5 with the exception of item 5, meals/dining. My mom does not care for the taste of the food at dinner. She loves the oatmeal at breakfast, lunch is OK, but I think dinners don't...
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.
Arbor Terrace Fulton looks at senior living differently. That’s because we believe no matter where you are in life, you deserve to pursue your passions, maintain meaningful relationships, and live every day to its fullest. With our state-of-the-art senior living and memory care community designed...
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Photo of Angel's Touch Assisted Living
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I wish I could give them more stars! Angels Touch gave my mother a safe, engaging and loving home. Every person there is committed to creating an environment filled with fun activities and tender care. I...
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.
Angel’s Touch is a unique assisted living community for senior adults. Aging can be a difficult process – humbling for even the strongest person. Watching relatives struggle with this experience, we were motivated to open our home to seniors in 1997 to help them better deal with the aging...
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
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.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,...
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The medical staff has been fantastic. They're very on top of everything and have found situations with our loved one that we didn't even know she had. That's all been fantastic. I have absolutely nothing...
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.
At Marian Assisted Living, we encourage our residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle while we provide all the conveniences of home, from delicious home-made meals to housekeeping services. Therefore, our residents have more time to socialize, participate in recreational activities, or just...
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So far everything is working out pretty well for my mother since her move to this community. It is a nice facility, and I'am comfortable with her move here. They are treating her well. The staff is kind, and...
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.
We are passionately committed to making a difference in people's lives by offering high quality and supportive services for our seniors in a loving environment. We help them maintain their independence and exercise choice as they live a stress-fee life. Our staff has more than 15 years of...
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Photo of April Bloom Assisted Living
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April Bloom has been a very good community so far for our loved one, she is absolutely getting the one on one care she needs. They workers are so personnel and are like family. With our loved ones health...
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.
April Bloom Assisted Living is conveniently located in central Howard County, MD in the quiet, upscale Beaverbrook community. We provide affordable quality sheltered senior care in an assisted living environment with qualified staff 24/7, offering stimulating activities. The accommodating meals...
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
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.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals...
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I would want families to know when looking at Alfred House 1 that it is a place where residents will feel at home where they get loving care. It is a very homey atmosphere. This is a smaller community so the...
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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I have a sister who is a resident at AlfredHouse. She has many special needs and requires a specific understanding and care. The staff at AlfredHouse has been so accommodating to her needs and always keeps...
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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Montgomery Eldercare gets a 5 because they give my mother the best needed attention possible for her. I would recommend them for reasons already stated.
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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Cost of assisted living in Gary, MD

The average cost of senior living in Gary is $5,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fort Meade, MD with an average of $5,288 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gary, MD, vs. nearby cities

Gary, MD
$5,494/mo

Assisted living costs in Gary, MD, vs. state and national averages

Gary, MD
$5,494/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Gary, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,494/mo
$6,601/mo

Assisted living costs in Gary, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,371/mo
Private
$4,735/mo
Studio
$6,141/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,194/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,626/mo

Senior living costs in Gary 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: Gary, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGary, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,494/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,601/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,956/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Gary, MD:$5,494/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gary, MD:$6,601/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gary, MD:$3,956/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gary, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gary 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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Assisted living cost trends in Gary, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gary 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
Gary, MD$6,970/mo$6,801/mo+2.5%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Gary, MD
2024 average cost:$6,970/mo
2023 average cost:$6,801/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,329/mo
2023 average cost:$6,201/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gary, 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 Gary.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gary

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gary

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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Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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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 ...
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Gary review score based on 80 family reviews

7.9
Review score34 facilities80 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 34 Gary assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gary 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

Gary review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Gary, MD34 facilities
8.7
Brookeville, MD73 facilities
8.8

Review subcategories for Gary 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 80 reviews of 34 Gary assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gary 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.
Gary, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.6
4.2
Care services
3.2
3.8
Staff
3.5
4.1
Meals & dining
3.0
3.7
Activities
3.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Gary assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gary assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gary, 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 Gary 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 Gary that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gary, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
79.4%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.4%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gary 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 Gary Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gary, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.1%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gary 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 Gary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gary, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.9%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Gary 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 Gary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gary, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gary 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 Gary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gary, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.9%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
29.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.6%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gary

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 Gary protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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