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10 Best Nursing Homes in Columbia, MD
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Columbia nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Columbia, MD may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Columbia or another care type is right for you. Browse 30 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Columbia.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kent, Potomac Heights and Friendship Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Kemptown, Green Valley and Brookdale.
Nursing homes facilities near Columbia, MD
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Cherry Lane, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Catonsville Commons, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of nursing homes in Columbia, MD
The average cost of senior living in Columbia is $9,967 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sykesville, MD with an average of $6,367 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Columbia, MD by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Columbia over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Columbia
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Columbia
Heartlands Assisted Living at Severna Park
5.0
After touring several communities, we couldn't be happier with our choice of Heartland’s for our mom! The staff is friendly and attentive. Mom loves the meals, activities and entertainment. The management team is always available and keeps us informed. Mom’s adjustment was easy. She feels ...
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Integrity Esther's Place at Harford 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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Columbia nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia, 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 Columbia nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Columbia that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Columbia, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Columbia nursing homes
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 Columbia Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Columbia, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Columbia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Columbia, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Columbia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Columbia, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Columbia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Columbia, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, Fox Hill and Morningside House of Friendship are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Columbia, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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