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Assisted living costs in Appleton Acres average about $6,385 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 352 communities in Appleton Acres. Our detailed directory has 9725 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as West Chester, Newark and Wilmington.

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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Whitemarsh House, a personal care residence, belongs to a quiet neighborhood in Flourtown, Pennsylvania. We specialize in caring for individuals with brain injury and other mental needs. High ceilings and large windows accompany the three-story residence and an open, wooded park is visible from...
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The facility is old, but well kept. There is a lovely patio when weather is nice. There is a large living room & study to sit inside. My mom said food is great & her bed is comfy. My mom has a private room;...
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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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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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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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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 Caring Place, Inc. is an assisted living facility located in Parkville, Maryland. A Caring Place, Inc. offers several different services to cater to the very specific needs of your loved one. Group homes, assisted living, dementia care, and respite care are just a few of A Caring Place, Inc.'s...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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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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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This community is wonderful I can't say enough wonderful things about them. The community itself is very lovely exceptionally clean and well maintained. As soon as you walk in the sense of being at home and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of historic Jenkintown borough, The Chelsea at Jenkintown offers the finest in Assisted Living. Our residents enjoy chatting over tea or coffee in our cozy Bistro, relax on our wraparound porch or explore the surrounding community. Conveniently located on Route 611 and close...

Cost of assisted living in Appleton Acres, MD

The average cost of senior living in Appleton Acres is $6,385 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elkton, MD with an average of $6,385 per month.

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

Appleton Acres, MD
$6,385/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Appleton Acres, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,385/mo
$7,924/mo

Assisted living costs in Appleton Acres, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,559/mo
Studio
$5,224/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,357/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,384/mo

Senior living costs in Appleton Acres 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: Appleton Acres, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAppleton Acres, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$6,385/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,924/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,984/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Appleton Acres, MD:$6,385/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Appleton Acres, MD:$7,924/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Appleton Acres, MD:$3,984/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Appleton Acres, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Appleton Acres 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 average 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
Appleton Acres, MD$6,039/mo$5,796/mo+4.2%
Maryland$6,529/mo$6,133/mo+6.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Appleton Acres, MD
2024 average cost:$6,039/mo
2023 average cost:$5,796/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,529/mo
2023 average cost:$6,133/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Appleton Acres, MD

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What families are saying about assisted living in Appleton Acres

Recent reviews for assisted living in Appleton Acres

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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Simpson Meadows in Downingtown, PA

3.9
I can't recommend the community due to the way we exited the community. We had multiple attempts to reconcile a balance due and it was never resolved and we never heard back on a resolution to this.

Maurice House in Millville, NJ

5.0
My mom loves her "apartment " I wish the communication was better from the administration. No part is covered by insurance so all expenses are out of pocket

Appleton Acres review score based on 2,055 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 2055 reviews of 352 Appleton Acres assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Appleton Acres 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

Appleton Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Appleton Acres, MD352 facilities
7.8
Bel Air South, MD61 facilities
8.4
Elkton, MD44 facilities

Review subcategories for Appleton Acres 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 2,055 reviews of 352 Appleton Acres assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Appleton Acres 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.
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Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
2.9
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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3.1
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Appleton Acres assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Appleton Acres assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Appleton Acres, 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 Appleton Acres 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 Appleton Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
65.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Appleton Acres 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 Appleton Acres Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Appleton Acres, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.7%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Appleton Acres 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 Appleton Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
53.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.4%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Appleton Acres 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 Appleton Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Appleton Acres 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 Appleton Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.5%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.5%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
59.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
41.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.2%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Appleton Acres

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 Appleton Acres protect seniors.
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Abbey Manor of Elkton, Chestnut Knoll and Azalea of Cinnaminson are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Appleton Acres, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 352 assisted living facilities near Appleton Acres, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Appleton Acres, Maryland are Azalea of Cinnaminson, Morningside House of Collegeville and Keystone Villa at Douglassville Personal Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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