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Assisted living costs in Harwood average about $5,047 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 25 communities in Harwood. Our detailed directory has 292 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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During my mother's time here, she was in the independent living section and the community was always clean and the staff was always friendly and willing to help. When my mother's health declined, they were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Harwood, MD

The average cost of senior living in Harwood is $5,047 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesapeake Beach, MD with an average of $4,416 per month.

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

Harwood, MD
$5,047/mo

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

Harwood, MD
$5,047/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,047/mo
$6,748/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,538/mo
Private
$4,300/mo
Studio
$5,886/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,138/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,542/mo

Senior living costs in Harwood 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: Harwood, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHarwood, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,047/mo$5,322/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,748/mo$6,226/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,197/mo$3,924/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Harwood, MD:$5,047/mo
Maryland:$5,322/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Harwood, MD:$6,748/mo
Maryland:$6,226/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Harwood, MD:$4,197/mo
Maryland:$3,924/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Harwood, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Harwood 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Harwood, MD$5,265/mo$5,829/mo-9.7%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Harwood, MD
2024 average cost:$5,265/mo
2023 average cost:$5,829/mo
Percent change:-9.7%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,329/mo
2023 average cost:$6,201/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Harwood, 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 Harwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Harwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Harwood

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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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.

Prince of Peace IV in Cheltenham, MD

5.0
I would recommend Prince of Peace IV to others. It feels like home and the environment is pleasing and clean. The move in process was very simple. I rate the care very high, as they notice any small changes in my mother's health and alert me immediately.

Harwood review score based on 65 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 65 reviews of 24 Harwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Harwood 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

Harwood review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Harwood, MD24 facilities
7.8
Upper Marlboro, MD27 facilities
8.6
Annapolis Neck, MD14 facilities

Review subcategories for Harwood 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 65 reviews of 24 Harwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Harwood 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.
Harwood, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Harwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harwood, 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 Harwood 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 Harwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Harwood, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.5%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Harwood 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 Harwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Harwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
79.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Harwood 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 Harwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
41.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Harwood 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 Harwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harwood, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
20.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harwood 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 Harwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Harwood

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Skybridge at Town Center, Miracle Hands Care Services Assisted Living and Tribute at Melford are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Harwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 25 assisted living facilities near Harwood, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Harwood, Maryland are Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Morningside House of St Charles and Morningside House of Friendship. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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