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Assisted living costs in Downes average about $5,267 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 133 communities in Downes. Our detailed directory has 2152 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 State Street Assisted Living
77 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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My overall experience has been 5 stars. The facility has a very friendly and welcoming vibe. The food is delicious and my father is thriving having the opportunity to partake in exercise classes, game...
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.
State Street Assisted Living is a community that is dedicated to the mission of making sure that every resident is like a part of  our extended family.   At State Street, we ensure that each resident is able to live their life to the highest potential by receiving personal...
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What stood out the most is, how helpful the staff was and is. They go above and beyond what I would expect, and are super responsive. I would absolutely recommend it to others.
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.
Milford Place is an Inspirit Senior Living community located in Milford Delaware. We offer senior living services to residents in the southern Delaware area and beyond. Known as the Gateway to Southern Delaware, Milford has a premiere location within 20 minutes of popular Delaware beaches like...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is smaller and more affordable. The food is good and well kept up. Yes, we would recommend The Cottages of Perry Hall to other families based on 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.
The Cottages of Perry Hall – A Charter Senior Living Community is an assisted living and memory care community with a total of 64 individual apartments. As the management company for The Cottages of Perry Hall, Charter Senior Living will be responsible for day-to-day operations and all related...
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The staff was very friendly and helpful. The communication was efficient and comprehensive. The staff actively sought feedback and responded promptly to the concerns of the family and needs of the resident.
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.
Sunrise of Annapolis is conveniently located on Bestgate Road in Annapolis, close to Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis Mall and scenic historic Annapolis. We pride ourselves in having a truly caring staff that has served our seniors for many years and have been awarded the 'Best Assisted...
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My mom has been at Brookdale for seven years. She is very happy with the care that she receives and has made many friends. All staff is very friendly and polite every time I visit with mom. I appreciate all...
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.
Here you’ll have the care you need so you can focus on the fun.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Dover with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. So go ahead and take a tai chi...
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We are very pleased with Spring Arbor. My mom has a one bedroom. The rooms are large enough for almost all her furniture. This has made it really feel like home. The bathroom is very large as well. The staff...
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.
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A very important factor is that the food is excellent. This was really important to our father as where he was in South Carolina was subpar. The facility is also very clean and nicely decorated. The staff...
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.
Arbor Terrace Waugh Chapel offers assisted living and dementia care in Gambrills, Maryland. We honor individuality and celebrate each person’s unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and caring...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Severna Park
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We were very happy with our experience with Spring Arbor of Severna Park. We would rate all 8 categories a 5. However, my father-in-law was only there for 3 months. Staff were always friendly and went 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.
Spring Arbor of Severna Park is an assisted living community located in Severna Park, Maryland, in Anne Arundel County and home to about 38,000 people. Severna Park is a beautiful town on the water and close to the D.C. area, as well as Baltimore and Annapolis. Residents can take trips and group...
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They have very attentive staff. It is well organized. It is a clean facility and they are friendly. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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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Symphony Manor has been a great place for my dad. They address his needs both physically and cognitively. It is clean in both his private room and the main area. He loves the food and the activities. 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.
Situated in the first planned suburban community in North America with a view of the historic Roland Park Water Tower, Symphony Manor of Roland Park is a bright, boutique-style senior living community. Our community is conveniently located near Union Memorial Hospital, John Hopkins Hospital and...
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Photo of Harmony at Kent
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3838 Floor plans available
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Staff is nice . Some communication mishaps . The first week dad was there he was forgot about didn't know he was there . His laundry took some time to get straight , he still gets other peoples clothes so I...
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.
Harmony at Kent is a new community, opening Late Fall of 2021. We are supported by Harmony Senior Services based in Charleston, S.C. Our new community will have 195 apartments catering to Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Featuring a formal dining room, bistro- style restaurant...
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Photo of Arcadia of Denton
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I would recommend Arcadia. Small and more hands on facility. Very good care. Staff was wonderful and very loving and caring to the residents. Price is good with no added charges.
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.
Arcadia of Denton I has 16 suites, all with private bathrooms. This location also has a large living and dining area, two activity rooms, and a backyard gazebo. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children and running an accounting business. My...
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We really like HeartHomes. [name removed] is well taken care of. Staff really know the patients. Small facility. Names, quirks, likes and dislikes. Family members welcome. The place is quiet and...
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.
We pride ourselves on personalized, professional care that comforts each of our residents as family members in his or her home. Each resident is cared for based on his or her needs and the personal desires he or she requests. We offer options and choices to suit your individual needs and are...
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My mom originally resided at two different very large Assisted living facilities and her care was terrible. A year ago decided to move her for the third time and that was to Nichols Senior Care. In the year...
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.
Nichols Senior Care is a home designed to accommodate the needs of elderly people. Our home is a 16-bed facility, with private and semi-private rooms depending on availability. We specialize in the needs of the elderly who are not ready for a nursing home atmosphere but need supervision and...
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Photo of Refreshing Springs Assisted Living Home
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My mom has been a resident at Refreshing Springs for several years. I am very pleased with the facility and the staff. She is well cared for and I am kept updated with any concerns regarding her. The...
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.
Welcome! We are so glad you have decided to inquire about our community and we can't wait to meet you. We are a community that specializes in caring for the elderly population. We care for individuals who have no challenges with dementia/Alzheimer's and those with dementia/Alzheimer's. We provide...
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5 for everything. Moving could not have gone better. Food is excellent and varied. Lots of activities. Best part is the staff. Always treats residents like family. Good move
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.
At Glen Meadows, you have the flexibility to create your own experience. All of our senior living services are available as you need them—whether it's our Independent Living, At-Home Services for in home support, Assisted Living, or Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Located less than 10 miles...
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The staff is very personable - my mom really loves it there and adjusted much quicker than expected. The room size is very comfortable. The food is iffy - some days she loves it, some days she won't eat 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.
Welcome to Charter Senior Living of Bowie, our beautiful, home-like setting, conveniently located between Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington D.C., with easy access from major freeways and nestled in front of a golf course, you find private studio suites, single floor living areas, beautiful...
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I LOVE Meadowcrest and their staff for my parents. Absolutely. The staff is caring and so professional. During this past snow storm, staff stayed overnight to make sure residents were secure. They even gave...
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.
Meadowcrest at Middletown is the first community of its kind in the area. It offers a sleek, upscale design highlighted by modern influences and accents, as well as natural-looking materials.Quality, customized care is tailored to the needs of each resident. You’ll always have options when you...
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Very friendly staff, very helpful. Lots of activities every day. The shared rooms are adequate. The private room is very large and roomy.
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.
Annapolitan Assisted Living is one of Annapolis' premier assistedliving communities. We offer independent living for all of our residents,regardless of their need for assistance. Our residents live in their ownapartments in a community of their peers. What they do, how and when theydo it is...
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Celebration of Mansrea feedback: friendly marketing person, [name removed]. She was excellent and responsive. Easy to work with. She was very kind to my mother.
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.
Celebration Villa of Manresa is an assisted living community in Annapolis, Maryland. At Celebration Villa, our focus is to support our residents’ independence and overall wellness. We treat all residents as respected members of our family. We understand the importance of our residents having a...
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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
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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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Photo of Brandywine Seaside Pointe by Monarch
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I can only speak about memory care. Some of the staff members are very good. A few nurses are excellent, some are okay, caregivers are good, and some are very engaged and check on residents hourly and...
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 Brandywine Seaside Pointe, life by the shore is more than just ocean breezes—it’s a lifestyle filled with ease, joy, and meaningful connection, where every day feels like a permanent vacation. Nestled in scenic Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, our community offers effortless access to local favorites...
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What we like the most about the community is that It doesn't smell bad. Staff is friendly and really seem to care. They know [name removed]. Food is very good.
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.
Lakeside 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 layouts alone set us apart.
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These places are hard to find but believe have found our loved one's home in Arcadia of Denton. Everything is nice, friendly staff, friendly and nice residents. Food is good, with many options. Activities...
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.
Arcadia of Denton II is our newest location on the eastern shore, which opened in February 2021. This location has 16 private rooms, a large living and dining area, and a secured back garden patio. A note from our Founder & CEO, Donna Poole:In 2003, I was 35 years old with 3 young children...
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My mother has been a resident for a year at PearTree. We have found the staff very friendly, experienced, and able to assist with all her needs as she is bed dependent and also has dementia. Although it's...
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.
Peartree Assisted Living at Shadow Oak is a newly built assisted living facility located conveniently between Baltimore and Annapolis, and less than 1 hour from Washington, DC. We are owned and operated by five Registered Nurses. Our comfortable setting is designed for 15 residents - each with...

Cost of assisted living in Downes, MD

The average cost of senior living in Downes is $5,267 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Trappe, MD with an average of $5,039 per month.

Assisted living costs in Downes, MD, vs. nearby cities

Downes, MD
$5,267/mo
$5,335/mo
$5,172/mo

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

Downes, MD
$5,267/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Downes, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,267/mo
$6,295/mo

Assisted living costs in Downes, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,780/mo
Studio
$6,135/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,291/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,380/mo

Senior living costs in Downes 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: Downes, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDownes, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,267/mo$5,440/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$6,295/mo$6,394/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$5,834/mo$4,033/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Downes, MD:$5,267/mo
Maryland:$5,440/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Downes, MD:$6,295/mo
Maryland:$6,394/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Downes, MD:$5,834/mo
Maryland:$4,033/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Downes, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Downes 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.

Downes, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Downes, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Downes 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Downes, MD$6,490/mo$6,024/mo+7.7%
Maryland$6,255/mo$6,157/mo+1.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Downes, MD
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,024/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,255/mo
2023 average cost:$6,157/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Downes, 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 Downes.

What families are saying about assisted living in Downes

Recent reviews for assisted living in Downes

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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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

Engaging activities for residents. Many reviews mention the wide range of activities offered at various communities, including music nights, bingo, charades, and even trips to see cherry blossoms. At Sunrise of Severna Park, for example, the activities staff is known for their energy and creativity, making for an enjoyable expe ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at different communities. At Annapolitan Assisted Living, for instance, the staff is described as excellent, well-managed, and always ready to help. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term rela ...
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Affordable and convenient locations. Some reviews mention the importance of the community's location for families and residents, with convenient and affordable options being a significant factor. For instance, at Lorien Bel Air, the location was a major selling point, as it was easy to access and offered on-site laundry facilitie ...
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Home-like environments. Several reviews highlight the homely atmosphere of certain communities, making residents feel like they're in their own homes. At Annapolitan Assisted Living, for example, residents can choose their own paint colors for their bedrooms and bathrooms, contributing to the warm and welcoming feel. ...
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Great communication between staff and families. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is a key element in ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are met. At Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, for instance, staff members are praised for their frequent and detailed conversations with ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Reviews often highlight the importance of quality food as a major contributing factor to residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at Sunrise of Annapolis, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
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Downes review score based on 520 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 520 reviews of 129 Downes assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Downes 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

Downes review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Downes, MD129 facilities
7.9
Ridgely, MD142 facilities
8.0
Hillsboro, MD162 facilities

Review subcategories for Downes 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 520 reviews of 129 Downes assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Downes 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.
Downes, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.6
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.2
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.2
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Downes assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Downes assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Downes, 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 Downes 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 Downes that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Downes, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.1%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.8%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.8%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Downes 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 Downes Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Downes, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.9%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Downes 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 Downes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Downes, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.5%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.2%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.9%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Downes 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 Downes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Downes, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.5%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Downes 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 Downes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Downes, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.1%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.9%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.8%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.7%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48.8%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.1%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Downes

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Candle Light Cove, Peregrine Salisbury and The Skybridge at Town Center are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Downes, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 133 assisted living facilities near Downes, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Downes, Maryland are Peregrine Salisbury, The Skybridge at Town Center and Morningside House of Friendship. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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