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Assisted living costs in Ferndale average about $4,941 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 36 communities in Ferndale. Our detailed directory has 496 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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Photo of New Life Assisted Living I
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I would definately recommend New Life. My loved one is well cared for and the staff is responsive, but also proactive as appropriate.
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.
In the quiet unincorporated town of Elkridge, Maryland in Howard County is the New Life Assisted Living I residential care home. Just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Baltimore, this rural community is surrounded by parks. To the northwest is Rockburn Branch Park and Belmont Manor and...
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8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
67%
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From the director to the head nurses and the staff down the line, everyone made us feel like family. It's a lovely, quiet, gentle, place to live and for my husband who had cancer, to die. Everyone was...
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 Kind Hearts Home Assisted Living II
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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Photo of Assisted Living Well
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.
Photo of Caritas House Assisted Living
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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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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.
Photo of Love & Faith Home 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.
Love & Faith Home Care is located in Baltimore, MD in Baltimore County. This residential care home is available to you with the kind of help that is right for your life in an area that you will love to call home. Those who visit Baltimore and those who choose it as their home appreciate all...
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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.
Photo of A Ray of Light Assisted Living
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.
A Ray of Light Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Baltimore county, Baltimore, MD. Professional caregivers at the comfortable home provide assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The city was founded with Irish roots owing to its first governor, Cecil Calvert, Second...
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Ferndale, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ferndale is $4,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Naval Academy, MD with an average of $4,637 per month.

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

Ferndale, MD
$4,941/mo
$4,952/mo

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

Ferndale, MD
$4,941/mo
U.S. national average
$4,684/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,941/mo
$5,892/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,383/mo
Private
$4,150/mo
Studio
$6,804/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,646/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,962/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ferndale over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ferndale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ferndale

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park 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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Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Experienced and stable staff. Many reviews mention the longevity of the staff members in senior living communities, with several having worked there for 15-20 years. For instance, at Morningside House of Friendship, the friendly and caring staff members are commended for their expertise and dedication to the residents' wel ...
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Affordable and convenient locations. Several reviews highlight the importance of affordability and convenience when choosing a senior living community. At Sunrise of Severna Park, the location was a deciding factor, as it was close to shopping areas and offered access to a therapy pool and exercise facility.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Reviews from Morningside House of Friendship, Spring Arbor of Severna Park, and Paradise Assisted Living reveal that residents appreciate the comfort and ample space of their living quarters. The larger rooms and cozy atmospheres contribute to their overall satisfaction with the communitie ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Sunrise of Severna Park, The Sheridan at Severna Park, and Morningside House of Friendship offer a diverse range of activities to keep residents engaged and active. These include both in-house events and outings to local attractions, ensuring there is always something to p ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Reviews often express appreciation for clear and consistent communication between families and community staff. For example, at Heartlands Assisted Living at Severna Park, the management team is praised for keeping families informed about their loved ones' adjustment to the community and any c ...
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Access to health care and therapy facilities. Some reviewers, such as those from Arbor Terrace Waugh Chapel and Sunrise of Severna Park, highlight the importance of having health care and therapy services readily available on-site. This allows residents to receive the care they need without having to travel far from their community.
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Ferndale review score based on 95 family reviews

7.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 95 reviews of 35 Ferndale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ferndale 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

Ferndale review score compared against nearby cities

7.4
Ferndale, MD35 facilities
8.5
Fort Meade, MD45 facilities
6.8
Baltimore, MD61 facilities

Review subcategories for Ferndale 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 95 reviews of 35 Ferndale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ferndale 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.
Ferndale, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Ferndale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ferndale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ferndale, 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 Ferndale 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 Ferndale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ferndale, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.3%
52.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.6%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.6%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ferndale 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 Ferndale Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ferndale, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.6%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
41.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ferndale 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 Ferndale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ferndale, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
45.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.4%
16.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ferndale 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 Ferndale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ferndale, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ferndale 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 Ferndale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ferndale, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.4%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.3%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.7%
49.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.4%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.7%
52.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.4%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.1%
35.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.6%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ferndale

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 Ferndale protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Montgomery Eldercare at Orchard, Magnolia House Assisted Living and The Skybridge at Town Center are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ferndale, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 36 assisted living facilities near Ferndale, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Ferndale, Maryland are Morningside House of Friendship, Bedford Court, a CCRC and Tribute at Melford by Cogir. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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