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Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring average about $5,827 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 81 communities in Ashton Sandy Spring. Our detailed directory has 1084 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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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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I am very pleased with it. I can't say enough nice things about Marie the owner, and all of the other families seem to be very comfortable with her as well. It's very clean, and the staff is small so they...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Monique's Home Assisted LivingMonique's Home Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Prince George's county, Beltsville, MD. Care is provided in a group home setting. The quaint community is located within a humid subtropical climate that creates hot summers and mild-to-cool...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Cresthaven is a small, female only senior care home located in the unincorporated area of Silver Spring, Maryland, which is located in Montgomery County. Silver Spring is a bustling business hub adorned with many parks and recreation areas, including sections of Rock Creek Park, which is well...
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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.
Friendship Assisted LivingFriendship Assisted Living is located in West Friendship, MD in Howard County. This residential care home is set in an area that is semi-rural and quiet. Those who spend time in West Friendship enjoy checking out Living Farm Heritage Museum and all of the other...
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Cost of assisted living in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ashton Sandy Spring is $5,827 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, MD with an average of $5,667 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD, vs. nearby cities

Ashton Sandy Spring, MD
$5,827/mo

Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD, vs. state and national averages

Ashton Sandy Spring, MD
$5,827/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,827/mo
$7,018/mo

Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,660/mo
Studio
$6,593/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,603/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,092/mo

Senior living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring 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: Ashton Sandy Spring, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshton Sandy Spring, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,827/mo$5,433/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$7,018/mo$6,402/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living$4,588/mo$4,025/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD:$5,827/mo
Maryland:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD:$7,018/mo
Maryland:$6,402/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD:$4,588/mo
Maryland:$4,025/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ashton Sandy Spring 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD$6,589/mo$7,392/mo-10.9%
Maryland$6,328/mo$6,210/mo+1.9%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD
2024 average cost:$6,589/mo
2023 average cost:$7,392/mo
Percent change:-10.9%
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2024 average cost:$6,328/mo
2023 average cost:$6,210/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ashton Sandy Spring, MD

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What families are saying about assisted living in Ashton Sandy Spring

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ashton Sandy Spring

Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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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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Arcadia of Crofton II in Gambrills, MD

4.4
The community has activities. The facility is a very home style setting, small number of patients, the staff is a 4-1 staff ratio. The director is very personable and helpful. The room my brother is in is his and can set it up anyway he wants. It is about as homey as you can get.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and responsive staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff members at various communities. At Morningside House of Laurel, staff members introduced themselves and explained their roles, making residents and families feel welcome. At Lorien Harmony Hall, several caregivers and staff w ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents enjoy a range of activities at different communities, including bingo, games, exercise classes, outings, religious events, theme parties, and current event discussions. At Arbor Terrace Fulton, some residents prefer to observe rather than participate. At Morningside House of Laurel ...
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Accommodating and communicative staff. Communication between families and staff is important at all communities. Families appreciate the prompt responses and open dialogue at Arbor Terrace Fulton and Morningside House of Laurel. At Lorien Harmony Hall, staff members were commended for their attentiveness and keeping families in ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, including private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces. At Morningside House of Laurel, the community is described as very clean, and security is a plus with buzz-in access for memory care units. At Lorien Harmony Hall, the staff a ...
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Skilled and responsive medical care. The medical care provided at various communities is noted for its skill and responsiveness. At Lorien Harmony Hall, the medical staff in memory care is praised for their attentiveness to residents' needs. At Modena Reserve at Kensington, the care specialists assisting families were commended ...
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Access to frequent outings and excursions. Communities offer regular outings and excursions for their residents, providing opportunities for socialization and engagement. At Arbor Terrace Fulton, theme parties and religious events are mentioned, while Lorien Harmony Hall highlights museum outings and gardening classes. At Brookdale ...
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Ashton Sandy Spring review score based on 239 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 239 reviews of 78 Ashton Sandy Spring assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ashton Sandy Spring 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

Ashton Sandy Spring review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD78 facilities
8.7
Brookeville, MD75 facilities
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Review subcategories for Ashton Sandy Spring 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 239 reviews of 78 Ashton Sandy Spring assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ashton Sandy Spring 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.
Ashton Sandy Spring, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
3.9
Friendliness
4.0
4.0
Care services
3.7
3.6
Staff
3.9
3.9
Meals & dining
3.7
3.5
Activities
3.6
3.5
Value for cost*
3.6
3.6
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Ashton Sandy Spring assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashton Sandy Spring assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashton Sandy Spring, 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 Ashton Sandy Spring 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 Ashton Sandy Spring 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
71.8%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.4%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.6%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ashton Sandy Spring 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 Ashton Sandy Spring Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ashton Sandy Spring, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.4%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.6%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.5%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ashton Sandy Spring 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 Ashton Sandy Spring partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashton Sandy Spring, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.6%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
51.3%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.5%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashton Sandy Spring 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 Ashton Sandy Spring communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashton Sandy Spring, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
35.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.2%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashton Sandy Spring 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 Ashton Sandy Spring offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashton Sandy Spring, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.5%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.3%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.2%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.3%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
25.6%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ashton Sandy Spring

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