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Assisted living costs in Friends Creek average about $7,071 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 286 communities in Friends Creek. Our detailed directory has 5157 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Gettysburg, Hagerstown and Frederick.

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 Great Falls Memory Care by Artis
99 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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37 reviews
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Straight 5s. They are the best!!!! Everyone who works there is so kind and great at what they do. They have created an atmosphere that is so welcoming and homey. My uncle is doing so well thanks to them. He...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Artis of Great Falls Memory Care by Artis is proud to be named a 2026 Best Memory Care community by U.S. News & World Report and is 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Great Falls Assisted Living is located in Northern Virginia near historical landmarks, Great Falls National Park, and North Point...
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The facility is well-maintained. The staff appears to engage with the residents and are supportive. My mother is pleased overall with the food. She is encouraged to participate in activities and seems to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located on the West Shore, just a few miles off Interstate 81, Legend at Silver Creek offers beautiful amenities, spacious apartments, and the area’s best personal care and memory care services. Here, residents enjoy a maintenance-free independent lifestyle focused on wellness for the whole...
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Sycamore Acres is amazing! The owner and staff really care about the residents. They keep the place clean and are kind to everyone. The place is in a beautiful location, tranquil with beautiful wildlife to...
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.
Sycamore Acres II is located in Derwood, MD in Montgomery County. Our residential care home provides assistance to you in the kind of area that is quiet and relaxing. Those who spend time in Derwood enjoy all that Montgomery County offers including Seneca Creek State Park, Brookside Gardens,...
Photo of Brookdale Grandon Farms
1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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Initially I WOULD HAVE GIVEN Brookdale a 4/5 thru the last six months they have improved communication ns in the nursing and housekeeping. Overall Great place for your Loved one!
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.
Home is where the heart is and a whole lot more.If you’re looking for a senior living community where you can explore new hobbies and strengthen your sense of purpose, we might be the right fit for you. With both personal care home services and Alzheimer’s and dementia care on one campus, you’ll...
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The staff is very nice. Somewhat short staffed, residents are restricted to being bathed once a week unless willing to pay more. Some residents are left on their rooms calling out for help. Yes the a staff...
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 Charter Senior Living at Woodholme Crossing
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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The community is great. Very welcoming, kind, and helpful. Dining is also great, with a cute little eating area. Staff are helpful and have daily meetings to go over the needs of staff. There's a ton of...
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.
With more help, if you need it, it’s good to be home.Here you get to redefine your independence, build new friendships and explore new hobbies. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. So go ahead and play bingo or join your new friends for...
Photo of Brighton Gardens of Columbia
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Great staff! Wonderful people, pleasant and answer all your questions; love their residents; keep you updated. Food is healthy food and staff know what the resident likes and dislikes. Activities is a 4...
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.
Brighton Gardens of Columbia is located in the planned city of Columbia, Maryland, a city nationally ranked as one of the 10 Best Places to Live by MONEY, CNN, and FORBES. Against the perfect blend of parks, walking paths, and abundant shopping, Brighton Gardens of Columbia offers a beautifully...
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Photo of Sunrise of Columbia
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is the staff, they were responsive and easy to work with. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Columbia to other families.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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1010 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.1
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My husband and I would rate everything a 5. However we've only been here 2-1/2 weeks and at the present time the elevator by our unit is "out" for the second time (which is inconvenient for someone...
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.
Bedford Court is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with one of the lowest Entrance Fee that is 100% refundable. Located within walking distance of the Leisure World shopping center. Our community offers you a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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Photo of Harmony at Martinsburg
1212 Photos available
2929 Floor plans available
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It is neat and they take good care of my mom. Yes, I would recommend this community to others. The only thing I'm not crazy about there although it has gotten better sometimes is their communication.
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.
Harmony at Martinsburg offers assisted living and memory care in a warm, welcoming community.With comfortable apartments, inviting spaces, and engaging daily experiences, life here feels easy and connected.Here, support is always close, and meaningful relationships make each day feel fulfilling.
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Photo of Springhouse of Pikesville
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Staff is not outsourced but is contracted by facility and many are long term and know the clients well, including their individual needs, likes and dislikes. Food is prepared fully in house and almost...
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.
Springhouse of Pikesville is a gracious home and assisted senior living community. With more than 20 years of experience, Springhouse enables residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle in an environment that includes personal care, medical support, and engaging activities.Conveniently located in...
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Photo of Oak Hill Village
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Overall pleased. Place is older, but clean. Because facility and apartments are older, bigger than newer places. Rent is comparable. Activities are decent. Space for activities is limited. Harder to get to...
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.
Oak Hill Village is a senior living community located in Middletown, a small borough in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. You can find this sleepy little town next to the Susquehanna River. In town, you will find a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants to enjoy. Let yourself stroll through...
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Photo of Spring Arbor of Frederick
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66 Floor plans available
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I'd recommend it. It's a nice place, and the food looked very good. There are advantages--a family member or visitor can be admitted to the assisted living side with a memory care resident. There's a cute...
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.
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Photo of Tribute at Black Hill
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My best friend moved her parents here a couple of months ago and we visited them for the first time during the Labor Day cookout, and we can't believe how great the community is! The food was delicious, 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 on the edge of an expansive park, Tribute at Black Hill offers a serene setting with access to major city conveniences. Equal distance from Baltimore and Washington, D.C., the community offers assisted living and memory care. Residents can rest easy knowing that their independence is...
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Photo of Amoroso Wellness at York
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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The "dance" their staff does with keeping up on diaper changes, moving residents to where they need to be and then housekeeping coming through and cleaning without disturbing the residents. My mother NEVER...
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.
Amoroso Wellness at York is a senior living community located in York, PA, which is a historical city in York County and home to just over 43,000 people. Amoroso Wellness at York offers the highest level of care to our seniors in a quiet, home-like setting. At Amoroso Wellness at York, our...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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The people there genuinely care and do their very best. They are patient, kind and attentive. As for growth areas, they need to do a better job with cleaning and maintenance and with keeping to the posted...
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 Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville, we keep our focus on those we assist with the utmost respect and appreciation. Located on a hillside in Cockeysville, MD, only 17 miles from Baltimore, we’re known for our individualized care. Our stand-alone cottages, one for our memory care and one for...
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Photo of Bryant Woods Manor Memory Care and Assisted Living
1111 Photos available
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This is for Amber Woods Manor, where my Dad resides (under same management as Bryant Woods Manor). The staff is friendly and helpful. They stay in constant communication if supplies are needed or if there is...
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.
Bryant Woods Assisted Living offers short & long term care to residents living in the Columbia Maryland and Baltimore, DC Maryland Metro area. We provide a loving home environment with 24-hour care for one affordable monthly rate. We respect the dignity of our residents and strive to provide...
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I love the staff. They are very professional. They constantly inform me of my Mothers progress and next month will be a year since we've been with them. I'm truly thankful and satisfied.
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.
CARING WELL AT AQUARIUSWhere we provide you the care, security, comfort, and close affinity you're looking for.Owned and managed by Carolyn Pasking, Caring Well has been serving the Silver Spring community for over 10 years! Nurse Carolyn offers 20+ years of nursing experience. Having served as a...
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Photo of Montgomery Eldercare at Eastway
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It met all of our needs and in short order. The staff are very prompt and helpful, and the housing is clean and organized. I would recommend to others
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.
Our mission is to promote independence and dignity for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. This commitment is reflected in the design of our community, and through the specialized program of care we provide.Our community is built on a foundation of dedication and deep...
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Wanted to send a thank you out to the caregiving and management staff at Charter Senior Living of Columbia for helping my mother through what turned out to be the final stages of dementia. The caregiving...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Somerford Place is the result of extensive research into the needs of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our specially designed building nestled in Columbia is secure, supportive and feels like home. Our staff strives to offer quality services to our residents, promoting...
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In my opinion, the food service needs significant improvement. Meals are one of the things residents can look forward to each day, so the quality and variety are very important. I would also suggest...
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 are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible and appropriate, to help residents and families in need. We will do all we can to help those who are in need of our services now and always.We are now offering Virtual Tours of our communities via Skype, Zoom and Google Duo. If you’re...
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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 The Maples at Stoneleigh
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My husband was diagnosed with dementia in 2022, and moved to the Maples in [date removed]. It was a hard decision but it turned out to be the right one. He had a comfortable room and bath, and was able to...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Maples at Stoneleigh is the newest memory care facility in the Towson area! This mansion was built in 1924 and was used as a nursing home for several years. The building was completely renovated in December 2019.Our facility is managed by Sagelife and we are proud to be an assisted living...
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88 Photos available
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We are really pleased with everything. My mom is in a suite. She has her own bedroom and shares a bathroom and a common area. All very clean and nice. The overall place is cheery and always active. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Located just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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The management and staff take a personal interest in the residents, and look for ways to engage and encourage them including personal touches like hanging pictures for them. Overall the facility is clean and...
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.
Welcome to Aspenwood Senior Living Community, a Five Star Senior Living community! Well-established in Montgomery County since 1989, this neighborhood setting is convenient to shopping and medical services. Our Independent and Assisted Living apartments are not part of a high rise, further...
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Cost of assisted living in Friends Creek, MD

The average cost of senior living in Friends Creek is $7,071 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Highfield-Cascade, MD with an average of $6,430 per month.

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

Friends Creek, MD
$7,071/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Friends Creek, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,071/mo
$8,359/mo

Assisted living costs in Friends Creek, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,310/mo
Studio
$5,719/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,390/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,318/mo

Senior living costs in Friends Creek 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: Friends Creek, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFriends Creek, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,359/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Friends Creek, MD:$7,071/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Friends Creek, MD:$8,359/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Friends Creek, MD:$4,581/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Friends Creek, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Friends Creek 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
Friends Creek, MD$6,636/mo$6,488/mo+2.3%
Maryland$6,529/mo$6,133/mo+6.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Friends Creek, MD
2024 average cost:$6,636/mo
2023 average cost:$6,488/mo
Percent change:+2.3%
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 Friends Creek, 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 Friends Creek.

What families are saying about assisted living in Friends Creek

Recent reviews for assisted living in Friends Creek

Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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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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Morningside House of Leesburg

4.6
A great place for most elderly with a fabulous staff that really cares about the people. The food is excellent and they have great activities. Would recommend for your loved one, if they are high-functioning.

Friends Creek review score based on 1,025 family reviews

8.3
Review score286 facilities1025 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1025 reviews of 286 Friends Creek assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Friends Creek 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

Friends Creek review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Friends Creek, MD286 facilities
7.4
Hagerstown, MD42 facilities
8.3
Eldersburg, MD480 facilities

Review subcategories for Friends Creek 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 1,025 reviews of 286 Friends Creek assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Friends Creek 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.
Friends Creek, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.4
Friendliness
3.2
3.5
Care services
2.9
3.2
Staff
3.0
3.4
Meals & dining
2.8
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
2.8
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Friends Creek assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friends Creek assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friends Creek, 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 Friends Creek 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 Friends Creek that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Friends Creek, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.2%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Friends Creek 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 Friends Creek Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Friends Creek, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.6%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Friends Creek 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 Friends Creek partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friends Creek, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Friends Creek 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 Friends Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friends Creek, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.2%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friends Creek 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 Friends Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friends Creek, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.9%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
48.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Friends Creek

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