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Assisted living costs in Stronghold average about $6,494 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Stronghold. Our detailed directory has 115 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 Spring Arbor of Frederick
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66 Floor plans available
9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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Spring Arbor and Homewood were our top two choices. SA had availability when we needed it. Have had some issues with the "bulk account" for TV, which is included in the cost and provided by Comcast. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Azalia Home
55 Photos available
9.0
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23 reviews
9.0
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23 reviews
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The staff is exceptionally responsive to my father who has Alzheimer's. They take care of him in ways that I certainly know I could not do. I would recommend them to others who are searching for memory care...
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.
Bethany Living II is located in Frederick, MD in Frederick County. This residential care home gives you the independence that you are seeking while supporting you and allowing you to live in a great area. Those who spend time in Frederick as residents or guests appreciate all that it offers...
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Photo of Tribute at Black Hill
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8.9
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55 reviews
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55 reviews
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My mother has been a resident for about a month. She has been well cared for with a friendly and welcoming staff. To date there have been fewer activities to engage her than I'd hoped. New staff has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Situated on the edge of an expansive park, Tribute at Black Hill offers a serene setting with access to major city conveniences. Equal distance from Baltimore and Washington, D.C., the community offers assisted living and memory care. Residents can rest easy knowing that their independence is...
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My mom has been a resident at Country Meadows for 3 months. She came here following several hospitalizations and 2 stays in a rehab center. Her illness left her weak and no longer able to perform her own...
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.
Photo of Emerald Assisted Living
7.5
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My loved one was a resident at Emerald Assisted Living and overall it was a positive experience. The staff was friendly, but there was a lot of primary caregiver turnover. The meals were good, but not...
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 Catherine's House
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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 Living Thriving 20 years ago my husband and I opened our home to the elderly. We named it after my grandmother Catherine. We live in the home with our residents. Catherine's House offers an alternative life care program patterned after the Green House concept. Our home was the first in...
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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.
Photo of Lincoln Assisted 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.
Photo of Amandas Place Inc.
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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Cost of assisted living in Stronghold, MD

The average cost of senior living in Stronghold is $6,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walkersville, MD with an average of $5,282 per month.

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

Stronghold, MD
$6,494/mo

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

Stronghold, MD
$6,494/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,494/mo
$6,502/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,091/mo
Private
$4,667/mo
Studio
$7,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,646/mo

Senior living costs in Stronghold 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: Stronghold, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeStronghold, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$6,494/mo$5,319/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,502/mo$6,220/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$5,182/mo$3,921/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Stronghold, MD:$6,494/mo
Maryland:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Stronghold, MD:$6,502/mo
Maryland:$6,220/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Stronghold, MD:$5,182/mo
Maryland:$3,921/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Stronghold, MD, over time

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

Stronghold, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Stronghold, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Stronghold 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
Stronghold, MD$7,357/mo$6,837/mo+7.6%
Maryland$6,288/mo$6,125/mo+2.7%
National$5,264/mo$4,973/mo+5.9%
Stronghold, MD
2024 average cost:$7,357/mo
2023 average cost:$6,837/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,288/mo
2023 average cost:$6,125/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,264/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Stronghold, 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 Stronghold.

What families are saying about assisted living in Stronghold

Recent reviews for assisted living in Stronghold

Morningside House of Leesburg

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

Tranquil Loving Care in Gaithersburg, MD

4.0
They did a good job. I don't have any complaints or concerns about the place. Our experience was short, but fine.

Sunrise of McLean Village

5.0
We are quite pleased with our decision to move from our McLean house that we lived in for 48 years to McLean Village Sunrise. We have met interesting and smart people and have friends who want to come and see this facility with the possibility of applying for residence here.

Stronghold assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Stronghold assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Stronghold, 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 Stronghold 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 Stronghold that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Stronghold, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.6%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Stronghold 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 Stronghold Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Stronghold, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
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
55.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Stronghold 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 Stronghold partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Stronghold, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Stronghold 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 Stronghold communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Stronghold, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Stronghold 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 Stronghold offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Stronghold, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Stronghold

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