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Assisted living costs in Saint James average about $4,754 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 39 communities in Saint James. Our detailed directory has 407 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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77 reviews
9.6
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77 reviews
5 star
54%
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25%
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Staff was friendly and caring. Again, my father in law was only there for a short time. While he was there the experience was 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.
The Morningside House of Saint Charles, located in Waldorf, Maryland welcomes you. Our premier apartment-style accommodations allow every resident to be in control of their lives, even while we offer a variety of care services designed to meet every need. We believe that a sense of independence...
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9.6
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30 reviews
9.6
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30 reviews
5 star
73%
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27%
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Approaching six months at Heartfields. The facility is always neat and clean both inside and out. The people that we interact with have been great and helpful. The one thing I would like is feedback — about...
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! In our beautiful, home-like setting, which is convenient to major freeways, yet nestled on a campus-like setting on Talbot County waterfront, you will find 24-hour care services, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with additional...
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1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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59 reviews
9.5
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59 reviews
5 star
63%
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24%
3 star
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Leadership starts w [name removed] the Director. This lady has been truly amazing. And the entire staff follows that leadership. She leads out front of her staff and not giving orders from the rear. Plus she...
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.
Located in historic Salisbury, MD, near the TidalHealth Peninsula Regional medial center, Peregrine Senior Living at Salisbury is your premier choice for a modern lifestyle that is as engaging and inspiring as it is relaxing. Whether you are interested in independent living, assisted living or...
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9.5
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15 reviews
9.5
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15 reviews
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I quickly realized I needed to move my husband into memory care, as I was overwhelmed at home managing all of his ADL's. It wasn't safe for him or myself to be handling this level of care. The team at CLC...
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.
At Candle Light Cove, we offer a variety of community features. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. All meals are provided to residents. We love to accommodate visiting guests, meals included. Dining includes restaurant-style dining, room...
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9.3
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39 reviews
9.3
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39 reviews
5 star
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This has been a great fit for our family. It’s a smaller facility, but that’s a good thing sometimes. It’s a little dated, but much more affordable than almost every other place we visited. The staff has...
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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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Farnham
66 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.3
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18 reviews
9.3
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18 reviews
5 star
61%
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They just did landscaping around all the villas and the assisted living building. Very nice. Waiting on maintenance is still somewhat of a problem but better since they fired their maintenance head. I would...
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.
Located in the tranquil region of Farnham, Richmond County, Virginia, Commonwealth Assisted Living at Farnham lie on a very natural surrounding filled with peace. The senior community is situated a few miles from Warsaw town in the midst of a magnificent farmland. Surrounding amenities within the...
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66 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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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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8.9
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19 reviews
8.9
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19 reviews
5 star
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The facility is beautiful and clean, however the staff, ie housekeeping and Aids can do a lot better at spot cleaning in my resident apartment, especially the aids. I understand housekeeping is only once 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.
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1111 Floor plans available
8.1
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19 reviews
8.1
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19 reviews
5 star
37%
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3 star
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They are understaffed in the memory care unit. They also said they take aggressive people, but really I did not feel the staff was trained for this. I spoke with the manager of the facility and she agreed...
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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8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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I think it's a wonderful community. The people are friendly, very very clean and they seem to really care about the people they take care of. It's just fit our needs and they had an opening. It was like it...
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.
Discovery Commons at Wildewood is an assisted living community located in California, St. Mary's County, Maryland. This is natures paradise, surrounded by lush bushes and wildlife our community has a resort feel with a very clean, comfortable atmosphere.We are a very active community which also...
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Photo of Lakeside Assisted Living At Mallard Landing
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7.5
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32 reviews
7.5
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32 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
38%
3 star
6%
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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...
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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3.0
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3 reviews
3.0
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3 reviews
5 star
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4 star
33%
3 star
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We really like that the resident's care levels are lower so they are able to house more people and most of the staff members are really nice. They could have a few more nurses or aids over the weekends. The...
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.
In the heart of Warsaw, Northern Neck Senior Care Community, provides a full continuum of compassionate and excellent care.Formerly part of the Riverside Health System, under new ownership, the facility was infused with clinical and operational enhancements to take our care and service to the...
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88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
6.5
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10 reviews
6.5
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10 reviews
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The care services get a 5 but only because Mom had wonderful care from Hospice of VA (3, if only facility staff). Many activities were offered but Mom did not participate in many. I think that more staff...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Kilmarnock was designed with seniors in mind and created to provide a comfortable but dignified style of living. Caring comes naturally to us, so that each resident has the assistance he or she needs or wants. Our specialized and newly remodeled MEMORY CARE UNIT...
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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 father is doing very well here at this personal care home. The home is well maintained, they do a good job with keeping everything nice and clean. They have a pretty good staff here, we've had minor...
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.
At In Loving Hands Assisted Living Facility, our mission is to provide quality care in a home like environment. All residents will be treated with respect and dignity. When individuals can no longer live independently, we are an option to consider. We are able to assist with all levels of care....
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9.2
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8 reviews
9.2
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8 reviews
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The staff is super-helpful, competent and responsive. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful and it is very easy to visit my loved one pretty much any time of day. They maintain an environment where...
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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9.0
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3 reviews
9.0
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3 reviews
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I can't say enough good things about Rutherford manor..my parents liked it there. They even bought my dad a birthday cake...he place is so clean you could eat off the floor...kept my parents clean...great...
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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8.5
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16 reviews
8.5
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16 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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For activities, our family member passed after being there for 5 days and was not able to participate in any activities. Value/Price - we paid community fee + 1st month for 5 days in the facility so for us...
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.
Cedar Tree Assisted Living is a gorgeous community in Waldorf, Maryland. We pride ourselves in being one of the finest senior communities in the state, allowing all of our residents the chance to live independently without giving up on their security. We work with most insurance companies to...
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8.5
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I was very impressed with the facility the moment I entered especially with the cleanliness and how friendly the staff was. I would highly recommend anyone needing this type of service to consider to contact...
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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Saint James, MD

The average cost of senior living in Saint James is $4,754 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $4,376 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint James, MD vs. nearby cities

Saint James, MD
$4,754/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint James, MD vs. the state and national average

Saint James, MD
$4,754/mo
U.S. national average
$4,693/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Saint James vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,754/mo
$5,366/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Saint James, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$4,607/mo
Private
$5,250/mo
Studio
$5,998/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,723/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Saint James over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Saint James, 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 Saint James.

What families are saying about assisted living in Saint James

Recent reviews for assisted living in Saint James

Essex House in Tappahannock, VA

5.0
I moved my mother to Essex house in the beginning of October 2016 and have been very pleased with the service provided my mother. They have done everything in their power to make her stay comfortable. Due to the location, it has been easier for family to visit.

Prince of Peace IV in Cheltenham, MD

5.0
I would recommend Prince of Peace IV to others. It feels like home and the environment is pleasing and clean. The move in process was very simple. I rate the care very high, as they notice any small changes in my mother's health and alert me immediately.

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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Saint James review score based on 126 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 126 reviews of 36 Saint James assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Saint James 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

Saint James review score compared against nearby cities

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8.4
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Review subcategories for Saint James 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 126 reviews of 36 Saint James assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Saint James 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.
Saint James, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.1
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
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4.0
Activities
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4.0
Value for cost*
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Saint James assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saint James assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saint James, 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 Saint James 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 Saint James that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Saint James, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.4%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.2%
97.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.8%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.2%
47.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
52.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Saint James 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 Saint James Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saint James, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.4%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saint James 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 Saint James partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saint James, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.2%
40.3%
No sugar
No sugar
47.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Saint James 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 Saint James communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saint James, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.7%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
36.1%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saint James 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 Saint James offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saint James, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.1%
37.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
30%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Saint James

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Saint James protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside House of St Charles, Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton and Peregrine Salisbury are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Saint James, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 39 assisted living facilities near Saint James, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Saint James, Maryland are Morningside House of St Charles and Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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