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Assisted living costs in Shady Side average about $5,816 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 463 communities in Shady Side. Our detailed directory has 7529 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 Brighton Gardens of Columbia
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Our experience was coming from an assisted living facility where my mom fell and broke her nose on day 1, different staff all the time, our #1 request of socialization for our mom and they rarely brought her...
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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Staff is very attentive, compassionate and professional. They encourage residents to participate in the many activities offered.
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 Potomac is located close to Congressional Country Club and Glenstone Museum, near Great Falls, Glen Echo and TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. Nearby shopping at West?eld Montgomery Mall, Tysons Corner I and II, Friendship Heights, Pike and Rose, and Cabin John Village. Honoring Yesterday,...
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In January of this year, due to a medical situation involving my 98-year-old mother, our family was faced with the important decision of finding a senior living community that could provide not only the...
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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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
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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.
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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We're having an issue with care staff just walking in the room, my aunt was doing therapy and she had the same staff member come in multiple times. Overall the facility is beautiful and the staff has been...
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.
Discovery Commons at Wildewood is an assisted living community located in California, St. Mary's County, Maryland. This is natures paradise, surrounded by lush bushes and wildlife our community has a resort feel with a very clean, comfortable atmosphere.We are a very active community which also...
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Photo of The Fairfax, a CCRC
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Our overall experience is definitely 5 stars. The staff is very friendly, welcoming, I have no negative comments on anything. Food, choices, service, cleanliness, all great.
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.
The Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, VA and is the perfect option for individuals over the age of 55 looking to enjoy and active, fulfilling life with none of worries of home-ownership. Meals, housekeeping and maintenance are included in...
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They are updating the common room areas, which I think will be nice. The woman who I worked with at the beginning was amazing but the second woman that took her place cause she was let go was not so great....
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.
Five Star Senior Living, founded in 2001, is a trusted name in senior care with over 200 facilities and communities in 33 states. The standards that we have set inspire us to exceed what is expected — becoming a valued member of our community, striving to surpass every standard, and keeping...
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Photo of Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville
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44 Floor plans available
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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 Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are extremely attentive. However, the hospice experience within facility not positive, unfortunately.
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 Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City! Our approach to Assisted Living includes a variety of services - from independent living to adaptive personal assistance; from dementia care to short-term stays. This flexibility allows us to continually meet the changing needs of our...
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Photo of Brookdale Woodward Estates
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55 Floor plans available
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My father really likes the food and I no longer have to worry whether or not he is eating adequately. It is very clean and smells good. They are short staffed and it takes a long time for my father to get...
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.
Our community in Bowie, Md., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career...
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Photo of Morningside House of Ellicott City
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44 Floor plans available
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Staff, from director to nursing/med techs, front desk/concierge. All very pleasant and willing to help. Atmosphere: Residents seem to want to be there. Smiling, chatting. It's bright, very clean. All from...
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.
Morningside House is a leading Assisted Living & Alzheimer's care provider proudly serving seniors and their families in our Baltimore/Washington area residences. Our communities offer the perfect mix of personal care and hospitality tailored to meet the individual needs of our residents. Our...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek
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I like the facility very much, but I find they're often out of caregivers and putting a lot on just one or two people. The one nurse there [name removed] the LPN is exceptional. She holds whole facility...
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 Lighthouse Senior Living! Our approach includes a variety of services — from 'independent living' to adaptive personal assistance, allowing us to continually meet the changing needs of our residents. Lighthouse Senior Living at Hopkins Creek was created to address the increasing...
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In those four days my mom was here, she found the staff helpful, dinning was good, the service and the food. She liked the one bedroom, she was comfortable in it. I found the staff very helpful. I would...
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.
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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Overall very happy with Modena It was expensive but worth it I felt like the caregivers truly cared for the residents. The rooms were lovely. It was a very classy place that I know my mom would have loved if...
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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Photo of Sunrise at Bay Village
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Overall experience is a 4, they don't communicate much. The cleanliness is a 5, the place is new and well kept, no funky smells. Friendliness is a 5, they smile, call my mom by name, know her needs. Quality...
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 at Bay Village is a state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Dementia Care community nestled on 3 acres of a tranquil wooded setting while still being convenient to shopping and downtown Annapolis. Staying true to the vision of Annapolis, Sunrise at Bay Village has planned a community that...
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Photo of Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton
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Approaching six months at Heartfields. The facility is always neat and clean both inside and out. The people that we interact with have been great and helpful. The one thing I would like is feedback — about...
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 HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community! In our beautiful, home-like setting, which is convenient to major freeways, yet nestled on a campus-like setting on Talbot County waterfront, you will find 24-hour care services, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with additional...
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Photo of Bryant Woods Manor Memory Care and Assisted Living
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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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Caring staff. Clean home. They keep my mother clean- regular baths, quick to change her when needed, very communicative. There won't be too many activities from what I can tell. They do gather in the living...
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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My husband is currently a resident at Avalon House on Laburnum Street. He moved there after a very difficult experience at a larger memory care place. Avalon House's smaller group home has provided...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Photo of Sunrise of Reston Town Center
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Sunrise at RTC has been the best option for my mother, and I’m truly thankful we chose to place her there. The staff is excellent—communication has always been personal, direct, and transparent. Meals are...
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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They have sufficient and motivated staff, good activities and are very proactive with activities. The place is VERY clean, the residents seem very content and happy to be there, plus the food is pretty good.
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 Residence at Eden GreenIn the heart of Maryland’s eastern shore, this picturesque, wooded community offers a safe, loving environment for residents. The welcoming staff is committed to providing attentive, personalized care that helps residents feel at home. Our comforting interiors and...
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My husband has been at Queenstown Landing since December of 2025 and entered Memory Care in January 2026. I’d like to give a shout out to Conarae Hopkins [Name Removed]. I visit every day and obviously I see...
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 Inspirations at Linthicum
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Nothing is perfect but they were darn close. I found the care my uncle largely received was prompt, caring, and thorough. There was one employee who I'm not sure has the personality to be a caregiver (my...
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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We were especially appreciative of the end of life care offered by Sunrise at Bethesda. They paired seamlessly with the Jewish Social Services Agency (JSSA), to make my brother's death dignified and peaceful
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 Sunrise of Bethesda, located northwest of Washington, DC, in Montgomery County, our residents receive the highest level of care inside our community while enjoying access to some of the nation's premiere hospitals, located just minutes away.Our beautiful community offers assisted living and...
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Avalon House will always hold a special place in our hearts. My 99-year-old mom lived there for the final four months of her life, and we are deeply grateful for the exceptional care she received. The staff...
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.
Avalon House on Gerard Court is a high quality assisted living facility located in Falls, Church Virginia. We pride ourselves in offering a first class facility to seniors. We also provide nursing care, an on staff physician, podiatrist, dentist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and...
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Cost of assisted living in Shady Side, MD

The average cost of senior living in Shady Side is $5,816 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $4,389 per month.

Assisted living costs in Shady Side, MD, vs. nearby cities

Shady Side, MD
$5,816/mo

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

Shady Side, MD
$5,816/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Shady Side, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,816/mo
$6,938/mo

Assisted living costs in Shady Side, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,468/mo
Studio
$5,892/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,370/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,079/mo

Senior living costs in Shady Side 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: Shady Side, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShady Side, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,816/mo$5,440/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$6,938/mo$6,394/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,052/mo$4,033/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Shady Side, MD:$5,816/mo
Maryland:$5,440/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Shady Side, MD:$6,938/mo
Maryland:$6,394/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Shady Side, MD:$4,052/mo
Maryland:$4,033/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shady Side, MD, over time

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

Shady Side, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shady Side, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shady Side 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
Shady Side, MD$6,326/mo$6,300/mo+0.4%
Maryland$6,255/mo$6,157/mo+1.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Shady Side, MD
2024 average cost:$6,326/mo
2023 average cost:$6,300/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
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 Shady Side, 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 Shady Side.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shady Side

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shady Side

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Throughout the reviews, the kindness and attentiveness of the staff stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Fox Hill, the staff is described as 'amazing' and 'incredible', making residents and families feel welcome and cared for. At Lorien Harmony Hall, the staff' ...
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Wide range of activities. Residents find joy in the variety of activities offered in the communities. At Fox Hill, residents and families praise the activities director for organizing a diverse range of offerings, from movie nights and museum outings to gardening classes and trivia nights. At Lorien Harmony Hall, the ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Many reviews mention the importance of excellent food in residents' happiness and overall experience. At Fox Hill, the chef accommodates individual preferences, while at Lorien Harmony Hall, the food is simply 'good'. Some reviews also mention the communal dining experience, fostering social ...
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Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Clear and frequent communication between families and staff is valued in the reviews. At Tribute at Melford, the staff goes above and beyond to keep families informed and address concerns. At Morningside House of Friendship, the proactive approach of the staff in updating families on their l ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities. At Sunrise of Columbia, the office staff are described as 'caring and helpful', while the facility itself is 'wonderful'. At The Ridge at Sterling, the facility is praised for being 'clean and well maintained', with detail ...
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Individualized care and attention. Individualized care and personalized attention are crucial in ensuring residents' comfort and well-being. At Tribute at The Glen, the community's staff are 'knowledgeable' and 'attentive', tailoring care to the unique needs of each resident. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the staff is 'welcoming' ...
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Shady Side review score based on 1,557 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1557 reviews of 420 Shady Side assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shady Side 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

Shady Side review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shady Side, MD420 facilities
8.2
Highland Beach, MD13 facilities
8.4
Annapolis Neck, MD14 facilities

Review subcategories for Shady Side 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 1,557 reviews of 420 Shady Side assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shady Side 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.
Shady Side, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Shady Side assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shady Side assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shady Side, 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 Shady Side 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 Shady Side that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shady Side, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.7%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.4%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.1%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
52.8%
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 Shady Side 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 Shady Side Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shady Side, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.9%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.5%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.4%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shady Side 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 Shady Side partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shady Side, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.9%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
53.6%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.8%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.2%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Shady Side 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 Shady Side communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shady Side, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.1%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.5%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shady Side 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 Shady Side offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shady Side, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.8%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.6%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.8%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.1%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.2%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.7%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
52.1%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
34.8%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.9%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shady Side

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia House Assisted Living, Montgomery Eldercare at Orchard and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shady Side, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 463 assisted living facilities near Shady Side, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shady Side, Maryland are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community 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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