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West Friendship 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 17 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in West Friendship, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in West Friendship is about $6,392, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 338 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near West Friendship, MD

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Photo of Sunrise of Columbia
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44 Floor plans available
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9.4
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what we like the most about Sunrise of Columbia is the staff. Their staff is engaging and very friendly and helpful with the residents. We would recommend this community to anyone who asks
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......Read more
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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The friendliness and care they show toward the residents are exceptional. The facility itself is also decorated for seasonal holidays and is very cheery. There are various room sizes to accommodate different...
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......Read more
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Photo of Lorien Harmony Hall
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9.0
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The facility does not provide the same value aesthetically or for food choices for level 5 care patients on 3rd floor. The entire staff was awesome. When dad passed they sent a sympathy card with all...
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.
For over 25 years, Harmony Hall Assisted Living has been a cherished part of the Howard County community, helping residents embrace the joy of living in harmony. Our focus is on fostering independence, social connection, and high-quality care in an environment where residents thrive and families......Read more
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Photo of Heartlands Senior Living Village at Ellicott City
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I am so glad Heartlands was on the list of possible residences for my brother. It fits him to a T and we are all so happy. He loves that there is a pool and hot tub and a coy pond. The food is so good!
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 HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community and Howard County's premier rental retirement community. We are the only community in the county that offers cottages and apartments. Located on 48 picturesque acres near historic Ellicott City, we are close to antique and specialty......Read more
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Photo of Morningside House of Ellicott City
2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.5
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60 reviews
8.5
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Our experience so far has been very good. I am pleased with the services and the facilities. The staff is always accessible and very responsive. The go out of their way to accommodate us. On the memory...
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......Read more
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Photo of Residences at Vantage Point CCRC
77 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.0
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We picked this community because of the variety of activities, very friendly people- staff and residents-- warm environment, lovely rooms, convenient location and excellent food.
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.
Residences at Vantage Point in Columbia, Maryland, a not-for-profit, non-denominational Life Plan Community with all the extras you could imagine.You've done quite a lot in your life. When it comes to some things, you've done enough. Mowing the lawn, fixing the meals, shoveling snow, repairing......Read more
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Photo of Shangri-La
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8.0
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28 reviews
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We are extremely satisfied with the care provided by Shangri-La. The facility is clean and they do a great job keeping residents active and engaged. We are glad we decided to locate our loved one at Shangri...
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.
Set in a beautiful 2 acre green estate in Ellicott City, Shangri-La was designed for the ultimate living experience. Our 60 apartment community provides residents with the finest services and amenities in a family-oriented, supportive environment. Our care staff is compassionate, friendly, and......Read more
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Photo of Lorien Encore
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
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.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,......Read more
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Photo of Transitions Healthcare Oakland Manor
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7.5
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11 reviews
7.5
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I saw first hand how very hard it is to be a professional caregiver. Especially with my Moms version of Altzheimers. They are respectful of her even when she's difficult. She hasn't been there very long, but...
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.
Oakland Manor is a fully licensed assisted living residence, for seniors who are in need of some assistance in their day-to-day activities, from our caring professional staff. Our residence, designed and built for that purpose is the answer. Located on a three acre wooded site near the Liberty......Read more
Photo of Copper Ridge
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
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.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals......Read more
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Photo of Elternhaus, Inc
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......Read more
Photo of Glen Hill
66 Photos available
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......Read more
Photo of Ruxton Health and Rehabilitation Center of Pikesville
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.
Placing a loved one in a nursing facility can be a difficult experience. Emotions run high for all involved, especially the individual who needs the care. What really helps calm your fears is finding a facility staffed by committed people who will provide quality care. Ruxton Health and......Read more

Cost of nursing homes in West Friendship, MD

The average cost of senior living in West Friendship is $6,392 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $5,188 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Friendship, MD vs. nearby cities

West Friendship, MD
$6,392/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Friendship, MD vs. the state and national average

West Friendship, MD
$6,392/mo
U.S. national average
$4,849/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in West Friendship vs. other types of senior living

$6,367/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,392/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in West Friendship, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$4,726/mo
Studio
$6,144/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,331/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,938/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in West Friendship over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in West Friendship

Recent reviews for nursing homes in West Friendship

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

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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West Friendship nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Friendship nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Friendship, 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 West Friendship 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 West Friendship that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Friendship, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
92.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
76.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Friendship 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 West Friendship Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Friendship, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
84.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Friendship 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 West Friendship partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Friendship, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
61.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
84.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
84.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
76.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Friendship 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 West Friendship communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Friendship, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
69.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Friendship 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 West Friendship offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Friendship, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
61.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
92.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
84.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
84.6%
0.4%
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