DePaul House, a Catholic Charities Senior Community in Baltimore, offers 109 one and two-bedroom rent-assisted apartments for seniors aged 62 and older and disabled adults aged 18 and up, and you'll find it's part of the larger Jenkins Senior Living Community, which means residents get access to more care and services nearby, like adult day programs and skilled nursing. The building has an elevator, apartments wired for telephone, cable TV, and internet, plus a personal emergency response system in each unit, and it's all wheelchair accessible from the entrance and parking lot. Security is there 24/7, with a controlled entry system and an intercom, and DePaul House has housekeeping, laundry, and meals available, as well as support from a full-time Service Coordinator for referrals, information, and help with personal needs or managing services.
There's a laundry room, a library with plenty of books, a computer lab for residents, and a multipurpose room where people might gather for events or social activities. There's also a chapel for Mass and other worship, a full-service beauty salon, and on-site healthcare providers like a dentist, nurse practitioner, podiatrist, and a mental health practitioner, so folks don't have to travel far for care. People can take part in group exercise classes, join resident association activities, use the fitness center, and join offsite activities that give a chance to get out and about. Weekday lunches come through Eating Together in Baltimore, and the building has convenient public transportation access and parking.
DePaul House's meals, personal assistance, and laundry are provided through the Catholic Charities Senior Support Services Program, and staff can help residents coordinate other services if needed. Apartments are comfortable, filled with natural light, and support is available for people with changing health, from independent living to assisted living and memory care, with secure areas for those with Alzheimer's or dementia and specialized programs for people needing extra support. There's a convenience store next door at St. Joachim House for small grocery needs, and social spaces for gathering and activities. They offer affordable, income-based housing and accept people without discrimination. Language accommodations can be arranged, and there are no program fees. The grounds are quiet and well-kept, making it a calm place for seniors seeking security, support, and a community built on dignity and respect.
