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Assisted living costs in Shepperd average about $6,671 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 438 communities in Shepperd. Our detailed directory has 7141 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Baltimore, Towson and Dundalk.

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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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, 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.
Carroll Lutheran Village is a not-for-profit life plan community. For over 40 years, we have helped individuals achieve their personal best in our full-service continuing care retirement community, which is why we’ve been recognized as Carroll’s Best for retirement living, assisted living and...
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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: 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.
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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.
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, 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.
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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.
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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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 would definately recommend New Life. My loved one is well cared for and the staff is responsive, but also proactive as appropriate.
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.
In the quiet unincorporated town of Elkridge, Maryland in Howard County is the New Life Assisted Living I residential care home. Just minutes from the hustle and bustle of Baltimore, this rural community is surrounded by parks. To the northwest is Rockburn Branch Park and Belmont Manor and...
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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.
Friendship Assisted LivingFriendship Assisted Living is located in West Friendship, MD in Howard County. This residential care home is set in an area that is semi-rural and quiet. Those who spend time in West Friendship enjoy checking out Living Farm Heritage Museum and all of the other...
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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.
Serene Manor is a Pennsylvania non profit corporation, and it is committed to affordable senior housing and care.Our management team is made of experienced, highly qualified professionals who are dedicated to making Serene Manor one of the premier Personal Care Homes in Pennsylvania.Our...
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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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
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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
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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: 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Shepperd, MD

The average cost of senior living in Shepperd is $6,671 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Port Deposit, MD with an average of $6,385 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Shepperd, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Shepperd, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shepperd 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
Shepperd, 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%
Shepperd, 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 Shepperd, 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 Shepperd.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shepperd

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shepperd

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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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

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and kindness of staff members at various communities, such as Tribute at Melford, where they go above and beyond to make residents and families feel at home.
Variety of engaging activities. Activities were a key feature in many reviews, with families praiseing the wide range of offerings at communities like Senior Commons at Powder Mill and Seaton Springwood, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more.
Effective and clear communication. Frequent, detailed conversations between community staff members and residents and their families ensure that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At the Heartlands Assisted Living at Severna Park, for example, the management team keeps families updated and available for question ...
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Personalized care for individual needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, including Independence Court of Hyattsville and Lorien Harmony Hall, where quick and thoughtful adjustments are made to help residents and their families navigate the transition and make daily tasks easier ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both private rooms and common areas, such as the bathrooms at Juniper Village at Newark and the renovated patio and dining room at Amoroso Wellness at York.
Affordable pricing for quality care. Despite the high cost of elderly care, several communities offer good value for the money. At Sunrise of Silver Spring, for instance, the cost is high but the care is excellent, and at The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane, the affordability is a major selling point.
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Shepperd review score based on 1,495 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1495 reviews of 404 Shepperd assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shepperd 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

Shepperd review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Shepperd, MD404 facilities
7.8
Bel Air South, MD0 facilities
8.5
Columbia, MD0 facilities

Review subcategories for Shepperd 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 1,495 reviews of 404 Shepperd assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shepperd 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.
Shepperd, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.5
Friendliness
3.3
3.6
Care services
3.0
3.3
Staff
3.2
3.5
Meals & dining
2.9
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.2
Value for cost*
3.0
3.2
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Shepperd assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepperd assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepperd, 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 Shepperd 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 Shepperd that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.9%
53.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55.9%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
57.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Shepperd 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 Shepperd Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.3%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.9%
33.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepperd 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 Shepperd partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.8%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
38.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.3%
37.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.2%
19.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepperd 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 Shepperd communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.4%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepperd 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 Shepperd offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepperd, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
45%
47.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.5%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.4%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
42.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.2%
36.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
39.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.5%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
47%
48%
Dances
Dances
28%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.3%
47%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shepperd

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 Shepperd protect seniors.
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Magnolia House Assisted Living, Azalia Home and Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shepperd, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 438 assisted living facilities near Shepperd, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Shepperd, 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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