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[name removed] was stellar and helped me tremendously. I can honestly say, "she showed me the way to find my wife a senior memory care unit" she is wonderful and I owe her my thanks. Everyone should use a...
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.
Sterling Care Harbor Point is an assisted living and memory care community located in the city of Salisbury, Wicomico County, Maryland. Our exquisite community is well placed in the region on the head of Wicomico River. The river offers many sights to see and activities to engage in. Thus,...
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I've found the staff to be very attentive to my sister and, she has been adjusting very well to her new surroundings. I was familiar with the facility when it was The Heritage. I actually think this is the...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore has long been the area’spremier choice for retirement living for over 50 years. Our residents livecomfortably in the historic village of Onancock in their choice of a studio or one-bedroom suites. Residents enjoy three levels of care within the same...
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What we like the most about the community is that It doesn't smell bad. Staff is friendly and really seem to care. They know [name removed]. Food is very good.
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.
Lakeside Assisted Living at Mallard Landing is a well established retirement community centrally located in Salisbury, Maryland. We can provide you or your loved one with a worry-free lifestyle while not sacrificing privacy or independence.  Our spacious apartments and variety of...
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I have nothing, but good things to say about this community. The manager goes above and beyond. I am able to trust her judgement. If there is a major issue than I will receive a call from the manager....
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.
Chesapeake Cottage is a residential care home in the town of Snow Hill, Worchester County, MD. Our senior care home is accessible from Pocokome, Salisbury, and Ocean City. The group home setting is an attractive, independent living community for the seniors who would like a break from city life....
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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes 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.
If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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Cost of assisted living in Marion, MD

The average cost of senior living in Marion is $4,931 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Snow Hill, MD with an average of $4,633 per month.

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

Marion, MD
$4,931/mo
$4,913/mo

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

Marion, MD
$4,931/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,931/mo
$5,523/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,277/mo
Studio
$6,031/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,938/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,675/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Senior living costs in Marion 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: Marion, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarion, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$4,931/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,523/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,908/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Marion, MD:$4,931/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Marion, MD:$5,523/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Marion, MD:$3,908/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Marion, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Marion 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
Marion, MD$6,258/mo$5,974/mo+4.7%
Maryland$6,125/mo$5,428/mo+12.8%
National$4,973/mo$4,631/mo+7.4%
Marion, MD
2024 average cost:$6,258/mo
2023 average cost:$5,974/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,125/mo
2023 average cost:$5,428/mo
Percent change:+12.8%
National
2024 average cost:$4,973/mo
2023 average cost:$4,631/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Marion, 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 Marion.

What families are saying about assisted living in Marion

Recent reviews for assisted living in Marion

Chesapeake Cottage Assisted Living in Snow Hill, MD

5.0
They have taken excellent care of my mother. The location is in the country which was perfect for my mother because that was what she was used to and it provides a very safe environment compared to being in Salisbury. The staff is friendly, the owner is incredibly helpful and compassionate and ...
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Commonwealth Senior Living at the Eastern Shore in Onancock, VA

4.0
It's a very friendly atmosphere. some residents look out for each other..and they care and miss them when they are not there. ( gone shopping drs. apptmnts, visits w/ family)Our front desk ladies are always kind and helpful, on the phone or in person!! Birthdays are celebrated..as well as just ...
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Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing in Salisbury, MD

3.9
These facilities tout how busy and engaged the resident will be but I've found it's very dependent on who is working on any given day how much activity actually takes place. Overall it's a good place but the caregivers do not always abide by very clear instructions about some routines that we ...
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Marion assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion, 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 Marion 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 Marion that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marion, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
100%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marion 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 Marion Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marion, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
100%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marion 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 Marion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marion, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion 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 Marion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion 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 Marion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marion, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Marion

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