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Part of the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area, Frederick is known for the clustered spires skyline of its historic churches. The midsized city is home to 72,000 people, and seniors make up 12.3% of its population. Frederick experiences hot summers and cold winters, making it a great place to live for anyone who appreciates diverse seasons.
An important commuter city for many government workers, Frederick offers a myriad of options for leisure and recreation. Seniors living in Frederick can enjoy a cultured arts community that includes the Frederick Symphony Orchestra, stroll through numerous community gardens, and cheer on the Frederick Keys minor league baseball team.
Also, seniors can have the peace of mind of being near world-class medical facilities, including Johns Hopkins Hospital, which is ranked No. 5 in the country for geriatrics. The average monthly cost of assisted living in Frederick is $4,050, making it a good financial choice for many seniors.
Note: Data for Frederick was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Hagerstown, was used instead.
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At a median monthly cost of $4,050, the cost of assisted living care in Frederick is below the state’s average cost ($4,300). Assisted living costs in Frederick are about the same as the national average of $4,051. Prices vary widely in neighboring states. For instance, the median cost of assisted living in the District of Columbia is a substantial $11,288. In West Virginia and Pennsylvania, the median costs of assisted living are more affordable at $3,750 and $3,913, respectively. New Jersey has a median monthly cost of $6,400.
Assisted living costs in other Maryland cities vary widely. On the southern tip of Maryland, the monthly median cost of assisted living care in California is $6,263, while in the Eastern Shore region, costs average $5,250 in Salisbury. Prices are lower in the northern part of the state such as Cumberland at $3,750.
Maryland’s Medicaid program operates several waiver programs to provide necessary home and community-based services for older adults. One such waiver, the Home and Community-Based Options Waiver, offers community services and supports including but not limited to assisted living, behavioral consultation, case management, family training and nutritional services. The Assisted Living Subsidy Program provides financial assistance for eligible residents.
Learn more about waiver programs, assisted living subsidies, eligibility and application processes at our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Department of Aging and Disabilities | (310) 600-1234 (local)(410) 767-4257 (statewide) | As part of the Maryland Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Aging and Disability Services aims to improve the quality of life for older adults, individuals with disabilities and caregivers. The department plans and oversees a broad range of programs and services including but not limited to caregiver support, health insurance assistance, meal delivery, personal care, respite care, senior activity centers and senior nutrition. |
| Silverspring Vet Center | (301) 589-1073 | For Maryland seniors who have served in the U.S. military, local Veterans Affairs centers such as the Silverspring Vet Center are community-based counseling centers that provide a wide range of social and behavioral health services. These services may include individual and group counseling, alcohol and drug abuse assessment, community outreach and education and referral to other VA services. |
| Frederick 50+ Community Center | (301) 600-1234 | Frederick County’s 50+ Community Centers are community focal points offering educational programs, health and fitness activities, recreation and social opportunities, as well as access to resources and benefits to help seniors maintain wellness and independence. |
| Assisted Living Subsidy Program | (410) 222-4257 | The Assisted Living Subsidy Program provides some financial assistance to qualified residents of approved assisted living facilities with four to 16 beds. To be eligible, residents must be aged 62 or older, meet income and asset eligibility requirements and be evaluated for personal care needs. |
| Meals on Wheels | (301) 600-1234 | Meals on Wheels provides nutritional meals to housebound adults ages 60 or older, or adults of any age with a chronic health condition or disability who meet program eligibility guidelines, and live in Frederick County. |
| Personal Care Program | (301) 600-2809 | The Personal Care Program provides in-home aide services to individuals ages 60 or older who require assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation. In-home aides may also provide chore or homemaker services. |
| TransIT-plus | (301) 600-2065 | TransIT-plus is a countywide, shared-ride, curb-to-curb paratransit service for senior citizens (ages 60 and older) and persons with disabilities in Frederick County. Passengers must be registered with TransIT-plus before transportation service can be scheduled. |
Frederick assisted living communities must comply with state laws and regulations pertaining to health and safety standards, staffing, medication administration and accommodations and are regulated by the Maryland Department of Health. Visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page to learn more about these laws and regulations.