The Old Line State is one of the oldest in the union, and the range of senior living facilities makes Maryland an excellent place to transition into an elder living community. If you’ve already embarked on a search for a Maryland senior provider, you understand the options can seem endless. How do you go about comparing one community to another? What are the key questions you should be asking? How much is an average senior provider in Maryland?
These are critical questions, and beginning the search can feel overwhelming. This is why we’ve put together a list of the highest-rated, 10 communities in Maryland. It’s a large state, so if you don’t find your city or town represented in this list, please consult our senior living directory. In conjunction, an assisted living consultant is available at your convenience, to guide you in this important life step.
Location Matters When Selecting a Maryland Senior Living Community
Real estate agents talk about location, location, location. This is for good reason – location really matters. Making a transition to an elderly housing facility that is not in close proximity to hospitals, a senior’s primary care provider, and similar specialists can be challenging should an emergency arise. Additionally, ensuring that the facility has adequate transportation services is highly recommended. If you or your loved one will need to leave the facility frequently, being strategically located should be top of mind.
Ranking The Best Senior Living Facilities in Maryland
Ranking anything requires lots of analysis. There are a range of variables to consider and senior living communities are no different. To arrive at our list of the top 10 providers, our team compiled the user reviews left on our site and then compared them with those left on Google and Facebook. We then consulted the Maryland Department of Health and ranked the centers on a scale of 1 to 5. Those with outstanding violations or citations were subsequently removed.
The average price for a Maryland senior living facility is $4,200 per month. Those facilities with highly-trained specialists that offer memory care and other services can reach $6,000 monthly. The living type can also influence the monthly rate, so it is good to inquire ahead of time to determine the care and services needed.
Top Rated Maryland Senior Living Facilities
4.72/5 Average Rating of Facilities
474 Total Reviews
Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase
8100 Connecticut Ave
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Respite Care
5.0/5 Average Rating
33 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase:
I cannot say enough positive things about Five Star Premier Residences. The staff is amazing. They are fiercely dedicated people with great professionalism as well as great compassion. The first contact with Cindy was extremely informative and right to the point. She helped me understand how the facility was run and what it could offer my 94 year old mother. Cindy, Audrey and Emanuel helped me and my family get my mother moved in to a beautiful apartment in a very short period of time. They made the transition absolutely flawless and my mother has settled in to this lovely community. My entire family could not be more pleased with how well the place is run but are also so pleased with the security and general concern that is exhibited by each and every employee. The dining room and cuisine is excellent and the servers are lovely. All in all, I cannot say enough about how pleased we all are with every aspect of Five Star and most importantly, how happy and relaxed our mother is in her new surroundings.
-Beth Sommers
Shady Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
9701 Medical Center Dr
Rockville, MD 20850
Living Types Available: Nursing Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
99 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Shady Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center:
My mum spent 3 months here. The staff were warm and that made my mum’s stay alot easier and a pleasant experience for us. Every aspect of her care Nursing, PT, OT and speech was so well coordinated. The recreational team were also a joy to engage with and my mum found that quite pleasant. The post nursing care coordination by Parris and her team was also very seamless for us. Thank you all so much. May God bless you abundantly.
-Candy Agu
Arden Courts of Kensington – Promedica Memory Care Community
4301 Knowles Ave,
Kensington, MD 20895
Living Types Available: Memory Care
4.9/5 Average Rating
39 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Arden Courts of Kensington – Promedica Memory Care Community:
Amazing team and wonderful staff. Incredibly compassionate and knowledgeable, walked us through every step necessary. We felt incredibly comfortable with our choice. Special note of gratitude to Sheila for her dedication and hard work
-Ali Boneval
Fox Hill Residences
8300 Burdette Rd
Bethesda, MD 20817
Living Types Available: Independent Living
4.7/5 Average Rating
11 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Fox Hill Residences:
My parents moved in to Foxhill 7 years ago and it was the best thing we ever did for them. The ease of moving around the facility, the ability to eat at delicious & convenient restaurants, and the availability of fun/interesting events, were all factors in our decision to make the move. And we were not disapplointed. The staff is amazing and we would highly recommend this option for people considering a retirement community.
-Eric Goldberg
Bedford Court
3701 International Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20906
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Nursing Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
31 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Bedford Court:
Bedford Court independence living community is a friendly and safe place for seniors to live. The best thing about this place is the courtyard garden, beautiful and well maintained year round! I have been living here for about 3 1/2 years and still love call it my home!
-Teresa Ng
Sterling Care Forest Hill
109 Forest Valley Dr
Forest Hill, MD 21050
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Nursing Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
18 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Sterling Care Forest Hill:
My husband, Leroy, has been a long-term care patient for the past year. The staff at Sterling Care Forest Hill was very professional and caring. Ren nursing, Amy Speech Therapist, Shannon Cool, Heather Bennett, and countless other staff members were involved with Leroy’s daily care. They were also helpful to me when I needed information about Leroy. Thanks so much for everything.
-SANDRA (SANDY) LOCHARY
Arbor Terrace Fulton
11584 Scaggsville Rd
Fulton, MD 20759
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care
4.8/5 Average Rating
55 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Arbor Terrace Fulton:
I have had a wonderful experience working with Arbor Terrace. The community is beautifully designed, very clean, and has a homey feeling. The staff are professional, friendly, and keep the residents engaged. They offer creative and fun events for their residents and for the community. Highly recommend for my clients and for any loved one looking to transition to assisted living or memory care!
-Maytal
Fairhaven
7200 Third Ave
Sykesville, MD 21784
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care
4.6/5 Average Rating
99 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Fairhaven:
My father recently moved from independent living to assisted living, and the move couldn’t have been easier. Staff moved some of his clothes and other necessary items, and family moved the rest over the next 3 weeks. Staff has been more than kind, accommodating and very friendly. No request has been turned down. We, and he, are very fortunate to have Fairhaven in our family.
-Steve Drummond
Copper Ridge
710 Obrecht Rd
Sykesville, MD 21784
Living Types Available: Assisted Living, Nursing Care
4.7/5 Average Rating
72 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Copper Ridge:
Atmosphere is calm great for recuperating! Staff is caring and responds to concerns .
-Erin Matway
Oak Crest
8820 Walther Blvd
Parkville, MD 21234
Living Types Available: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Care
4.2/5 Average Rating
17 Total Reviews
What residents and loved ones have to say about Oak Crest:
Oak Crest has provided a new lease on life for many of the residents, including me! I am much more active and have made many new friendships since moving to Oak Crest. There are not enough hours in the day to do everything I’d like to do here at OCV. I am so grateful I moved in while young enough (68) to enjoy the activities. My grown children have said my move to Oak Crest is one of the best gifts I have given them. They no longer have to worry about my safety, and can actually sit and visit with me now that I no longer need help with home maintenance! Do yourself a favor –if you are 60 or older, you should check out OCV.
-CASEY ANTON