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10 Best Nursing Homes in Sparks, MD
Sparks is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 19 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Sparks, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Sparks is about $5,622, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 233 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Parkton, Walker and Bentley Springs.
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My father stay at Commonwealth for two months before he passed, Commonwealth excepted him when other Assisted Living centers would not. Although it was short stay and experience the entire staff treated 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.
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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My 78 y.o. mother has been dealing with cancer for the last several months and needed more care than I could provide for her myself. Pickersgill turned out to be the best solution for our family. The days...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
For over two centuries, Pickersgill RetirementCommunity has built a reputation for providing value, independence and security for seniors.ValueHere residents enjoy a comfortable home and high quality care at a reasonable cost. In fact, Pickersgill is the only rental, continuous care retirement...
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My parents were firm believers that you get what you pay for. My brother and I looked at six facilities before deciding Brightview was where my mother was going. Brightview was the most expensive but the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Experience your most fulfilling life in the heart of Towson, where you’ll have easy access to restaurants, shops, the Baltimore County Public Library, and cultural events at Towson University. It’s like living in a beautiful boutique resort, but this lifestyle comes with extraordinary care from...
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Overall my mother in law was cared for. I was happy with the staff on the floor. Everyone at A Place for Mom has been helpful.
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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Small quaint comfortable surroundings but new management hired inexperienced people and said nothing about who was leaving, and who was hired for elder care. They cannot do the basics like out on compression...
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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.
You see the difference when you walk into The Maples; the exceptional decor, the welcoming ambience. We provide exceptional care in a sophisticated environment. Since 1995, we've been earning our reputation for care you can count on. Nowhere else will you and your family enjoy the level of...
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They are in a big house and all the residents are over 90. They don't have any activities they do themselves, you can go and pick up your loved one for outside activities. They receive excellent care,...
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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.
William Hanson 'Dinty' Moore purchased the four-year liberal arts college in the village of Lutherville, Maryland in the late 1920s. He was Provost, then President of the College until 1952. Dr. Moore married one of the students, Mabelle Symington, of Long Island, New York. After listening to...
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My mom moved into their assisted living facility after hip surgery. She needs assistance navigating with a walker and also had lingering short term memory issues - we're told they are due to the anesthesia...
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.
Located in a rolling, green neighborhood just north of Timonium, Maryland, Brightview Mays Chapel Ridge brings together three distinct senior living options in one warm community that's sized just-right. The campus offers Independent Living and Assisted Living residences and our award-winning...
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I think its cheery and bright and feels very homey. What I've seen has been very clean. The furniture seems new, and everything seems new and clean. I've never noticed any smells, which has been an issue...
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.
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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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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My brother and I toured a number of places when we were searching for a new home for our parents. Although Mom died before we could implement the move, we followed through with moving Dad into the Maryland...
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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.
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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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When my mother told me she wanted to relocate to the Towson area to be near me I knew it was time to look for just the right place. I toured both independent living and assisted living communities in the...
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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What an amazing, beautiful and clean facility, The staff is friendly , caring and very helpful. They have an great Rehab. team. A very friendly Admissions team and the Activity department is...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Orchard Hill Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is a proud new member of Marquis Health Care Services, serving Baltimore County. We are known for our high-quality subacute and skilled nursing care. We are now introducing state-of-the-art post acute care and a variety of specialized clinical...
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After my 93 year old mom fell and broke her hip, she needed a hip replacement. Her recovery at Stella Maris was excellent. After her ninety day stay, she came home much healthier than before....the nurses...
Provides: Home Care, Nursing Homes
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Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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The expertise was phenomenal & great for my nana she loved the food and the care that was provided was exceptional . I am very pleased with everything !
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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 Brightwood Center, 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: 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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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 Sparks, MD
The average cost of senior living in Sparks is $5,622 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $5,134 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Sparks
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Sparks
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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Westgate Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Baltimore, MD
5.0
My loved one said he like's how clean it is and he said the food is pretty good. But, once they forgot to give him his medicine.
Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD
5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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Sparks nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sparks nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sparks, 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 Sparks 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 Sparks that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
82.4%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Sparks 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 Sparks Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.1%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sparks 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 Sparks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sparks, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
35.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.4%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sparks 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 Sparks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sparks, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
23.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sparks 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 Sparks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sparks, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
41.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, Sunrise of Pikesville and The Cottages of Perry Hall are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Sparks, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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