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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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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: 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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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.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...
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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.
Woodland Assisted Living is a beautiful adult care community located in Lovettsville, VA. We pride ourselves in giving the best quality care possible for the many residents living in the home. We understand how important it is for you to feel comfortable living your elderly parents in our 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.
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, 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.
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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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.
Cumberland Crossings is a senior living community located in Carlisle, PA, home to almost 19,000 people in Cumberland County. Home to the U.S. Army Military Heritage Museum, Carlisle is a small borough with row homes and quaint stores where residents can shop, run their errands and bank, or go to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Emmitsburg, MD

The average cost of senior living in Emmitsburg is $5,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hampstead, MD with an average of $4,363 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Emmitsburg, MD vs. nearby cities

Emmitsburg, MD
$5,344/mo
$5,145/mo
$4,961/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Emmitsburg, MD vs. the state and national average

Emmitsburg, MD
$5,344/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Emmitsburg vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,344/mo
$5,863/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Emmitsburg, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$5,024/mo
Private
$4,699/mo
Studio
$6,020/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,061/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,884/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,525/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Emmitsburg, 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 Emmitsburg.

What families are saying about assisted living in Emmitsburg

Recent reviews for assisted living in Emmitsburg

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.

Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA

3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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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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Emmitsburg review score based on 1,080 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1080 reviews of 333 Emmitsburg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Emmitsburg 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

Emmitsburg review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Emmitsburg, MD333 facilities
7.6
Thurmont, MD17 facilities
8.3
Taneytown, MD18 facilities

Review subcategories for Emmitsburg 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 1,080 reviews of 333 Emmitsburg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Emmitsburg 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.
Emmitsburg, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Emmitsburg assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Emmitsburg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Emmitsburg, 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 Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Emmitsburg, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.4%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
48.5%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.4%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.4%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
55.3%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Emmitsburg, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.8%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.1%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.2%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Emmitsburg, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.8%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.2%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.3%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Emmitsburg, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.2%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
29.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Emmitsburg 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 Emmitsburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Emmitsburg, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.1%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.5%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.1%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.5%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40.1%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Emmitsburg

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Emmitsburg protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Azalia Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Emmitsburg, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 361 assisted living facilities near Emmitsburg, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Emmitsburg, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Susquehanna. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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