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Assisted living costs in Govanstown average about $6,671 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 458 communities in Govanstown. Our detailed directory has 8029 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Baltimore, Towson and Columbia.

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.
Photo of Vineyard Personal Care Home
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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I like the care that my father is getting from this caring community. It is nice to see him have personal items in his own room from his past. We have been happy with the meals that we have shared. 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.
Thetford House is a residential assisted living home in a quiet, friendly neighborhood in Fairfax County. Thetford House has been in operation since 1999, and continues to employ many of the same staff who were there the day it opened. With a staff to resident ratio of one to four, Thetford...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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 Willow Valley Manor North
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Govanstown, MD

The average cost of senior living in Govanstown is $6,671 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dundalk, MD with an average of $5,882 per month.

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

Govanstown, MD
$6,671/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,671/mo
$7,783/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,161/mo
Studio
$5,457/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,788/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,073/mo

Senior living costs in Govanstown 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: Govanstown, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGovanstown, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$6,671/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,783/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,580/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Govanstown, MD:$6,671/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Govanstown, MD:$7,783/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Govanstown, MD:$3,580/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Govanstown, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Govanstown 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
Govanstown, MD$6,690/mo$6,074/mo+10.1%
Maryland$6,529/mo$6,133/mo+6.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Govanstown, MD
2024 average cost:$6,690/mo
2023 average cost:$6,074/mo
Percent change:+10.1%
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 Govanstown, 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 Govanstown.

What families are saying about assisted living in Govanstown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Govanstown

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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Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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The Comforts of Home in Ellicott City, MD

4.6
I was referred to The Comforts of Home Randallstown location. However, that facility was full but they did have an opening in their Reisterstown location. All in all, I did like the Reisterstown location, both staff and overall facility appearance, except for the distance. Because of the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and efficient staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, such as at Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, where the staff are described as 'very friendly and go out of their way to help you'. At Sunrise of Pikesville, visitors a ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at various communities. At The Cottages of Perry Hall, residents comment on the 'beautiful' facility appearance, while at Morningside House At Satyr Hill, the staff are praised for keeping the general areas 'well ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at different communities, as noted in reviews for Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, where 'there are always activities going on' and residents 'have a choice of activities to participate in'. At Inspirat ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Throughout reviews, the quality and customizability of the meals stand out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Charter Senior Living Towson, residents express appreciation for the 'good food' and 'ability to ask for anything the kitchen has'. At The Renley at Woodho ...
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Accessible and responsive communication. Families value the open communication between themselves and the community staff, as seen in reviews for The Cottages of Perry Hall, where the staff are praised for being 'extremely friendly and very attentive' and 'sending messages constantly, keeping you updated with what's taking place'. At ...
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Comforting and caring atmosphere. Reviews often express the sense of warmth and compassion that residents feel at different communities. At Seaton Towson, residents and their families speak of the 'gentle, friendly, quiet environment' and the 'caring and skilled' staff. At Morningside House At Satyr Hill, the community's 'wo ...
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Govanstown review score based on 1,619 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1619 reviews of 458 Govanstown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Govanstown 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

Govanstown review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Govanstown, MD458 facilities
8.0
Dundalk, MD154 facilities
8.4
Columbia, MD467 facilities

Review subcategories for Govanstown 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 1,619 reviews of 458 Govanstown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Govanstown 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.
Govanstown, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
3.0
3.1
Activities
2.9
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
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Govanstown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Govanstown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Govanstown, 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 Govanstown 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 Govanstown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Govanstown, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Govanstown 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 Govanstown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Govanstown, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.7%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Govanstown 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 Govanstown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Govanstown, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.2%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.7%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Govanstown 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 Govanstown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Govanstown, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.6%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Govanstown 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 Govanstown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Govanstown, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.5%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.2%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.9%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
49.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Govanstown

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia House Assisted Living, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Oakview Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Govanstown, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 458 assisted living facilities near Govanstown, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Govanstown, Maryland are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Morningside House of Friendship and Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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