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Photo of Sunrise of Frederick
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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The care staff is excellent and admin listens to any concerns. My dad was only there for 3 months, but he made some friends, loved his care providers, and loved his room.
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.
Sunrise of Frederick is an assisted living community in Frederick, Maryland, located just blocks from The Golden Mile (Route 40 west). Sunrise of Frederick is nestled in a suburban, convenient setting. We pride ourselves in our experience in Frederick County with nearly 15 years serving seniors...
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8.8
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42 reviews
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I have been very pleased with how responsive they are to my questions and in the way they have facilitated this difficult life transition. I would recommend to others.
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.
Somerford Place - Frederick is our Alzheimer's Assisted Living community, and is on the same campus as Somerford House - Frederick, our Assisted Living community. Both properties are owned by Five Star Senior Living and located on the same campus. Somerford Place offers assisted living...
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9.4
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75 reviews
9.4
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75 reviews
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Our family’s experience with Tranquillity of Fredericktowne has been very positive. From the beginning, the staff demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and genuine concern for my stepfather’s well-being....
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.
Conveniently located right off of Interstate 70 and Route 15 in Frederick, Tranquility possesses breathtaking views of both the Catoctin and Sugarloaf mountains. The beautifully landscaped grounds include flower and vegetable gardens maintained by our own residents. Our walking path around our...
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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Spring Arbor and Homewood were our top two choices. SA had availability when we needed it. Have had some issues with the "bulk account" for TV, which is included in the cost and provided by Comcast. 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.
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9.1
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22 reviews
9.1
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The staff was very helpful and stayed in contact with me, I live in Montana. When I first went there couldn't believe how clean and new it looked. Room was very nice and clean. I visited Dad every day when I...
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, A Five Star Senior Living Community! Located in the Dearbought neighborhood, our beautiful, home-like, community, you will find 24-hour licensed nursing, dedicated caregivers, a secure dementia / Alzheimer's area, individual care plans, an on-site team of professionals,...
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9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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The staff is exceptionally responsive to my father who has Alzheimer's. They take care of him in ways that I certainly know I could not do. I would recommend them to others who are searching for memory 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.
Bethany Living II is located in Frederick, MD in Frederick County. This residential care home gives you the independence that you are seeking while supporting you and allowing you to live in a great area. Those who spend time in Frederick as residents or guests appreciate all that it offers...
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The staff is very friendly and welcomed my parents. The facility is beautifully furnished and so clean being it's only 2 years old. Shortly after the move-in the management company changed, and although 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.
Tucked into the exclusive Worman’s Mill Village off Route 26 and Monocacy Boulevard in Frederick, Maryland, Village Crossing at Worman's Mill is a beautiful new Assisted Living and Memory Care residence with private rental apartments that keep you close to the charm and bustling activity of the...
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My mom has been a resident at Country Meadows for 3 months. She came here following several hospitalizations and 2 stays in a rehab center. Her illness left her weak and no longer able to perform her own...
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.
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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.
Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue is an assisted living community located in a quiet, unique and upscale neighborhood in Frederick, MD. It is a world-class memory care community living designed to assist residents to remain social, while enjoying the things that they loved doing before their...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Shookstown, MD

The average cost of senior living in Shookstown is $5,211 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Union Bridge, MD with an average of $4,760 per month.

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

Shookstown, MD
$5,211/mo
$5,392/mo

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

Shookstown, MD
$5,211/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,211/mo
$5,766/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,067/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$6,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,139/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,695/mo

Senior living costs in Shookstown 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: Shookstown, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShookstown, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,211/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,766/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,490/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Shookstown, MD:$5,211/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shookstown, MD:$5,766/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shookstown, MD:$4,490/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shookstown, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Shookstown 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.

Shookstown, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shookstown, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shookstown 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
Shookstown, MD$6,084/mo$6,143/mo-1.0%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Shookstown, MD
2024 average cost:$6,084/mo
2023 average cost:$6,143/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
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
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shookstown, 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 Shookstown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shookstown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shookstown

Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Morningside House of Leesburg

4.6
A great place for most elderly with a fabulous staff that really cares about the people. The food is excellent and they have great activities. Would recommend for your loved one, if they are high-functioning.

Seaton Hagerstown

4.8
I've only been to Seaton Hagerstown a couple times, but my brother seems to like it there. Everybody there, including the residents, seems friendly. My brother is very friendly and has talked to just about everyone he sees. He says some people respond and some don't. Some people don't want to ...
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Shookstown review score based on 56 family reviews

8.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 56 reviews of 10 Shookstown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shookstown 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

Shookstown review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Shookstown, MD10 facilities
8.9
Frederick, MD11 facilities
8.9
Middletown, MD13 facilities

Review subcategories for Shookstown 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 56 reviews of 10 Shookstown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shookstown 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.
Shookstown, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shookstown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shookstown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shookstown, 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 Shookstown 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 Shookstown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shookstown, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
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
40%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shookstown 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 Shookstown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shookstown, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shookstown 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 Shookstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shookstown, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shookstown 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 Shookstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shookstown, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shookstown 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 Shookstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shookstown, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shookstown

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