DePaul House

    3300 Benson Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living

    Moved my mother in, pleased

    I moved my mother in three months ago and have been pleased: the facility is clean, meals are solid, and staff are attentive and professional. Management runs things efficiently, and overall I'd recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    3.50·(8)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
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    5. 1
    • Care

      1.0
    • Staff

      1.3
    • Meals

      3.5
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Affordable housing for low-income seniors
    • Active population with working residents
    • Ongoing property renovations
    • Opportunities for resident social interaction

    Cons

    • Maintenance and cleanliness deficiencies
    • Poorly planned renovation logistics causing resident disruption
    • Limited staff responsiveness and attention to residents
    • Management emphasis on rent collection over resident experience
    • Inadequate infection-control practices
    • Weak enforcement of resident conduct and community standards
    • Insufficient communication and coordination with residents

    Summary of reviews

    Reviewer feedback indicates persistent operational and community-culture concerns at this Catholic Charities senior property. Many comments focus on facility upkeep and capital projects: the building is described as poorly kept and undergoing abrupt renovations that have been implemented with limited coordination. Renovation logistics and access routes have caused disruptions for residents and occasioned negative interactions with construction crews. While capital investment can be positive, the execution here appears to have produced inconvenience and frustration for occupants.

    Comments about care and staff point to gaps in day-to-day attentiveness. Several reviewers conveyed perceptions of indifferent or rent-focused management and front-line staff who do not always respond promptly to resident needs. Statements about ‘‘poor care/attention’’ and an expressed desire by some residents to relocate suggest concerns about the consistency of assistance, responsiveness, and oversight of resident wellbeing. There is little detailed information about clinical practices, but the pattern indicates opportunities to strengthen staff responsiveness and resident support processes.

    Dining and activities were not central in the feedback provided. Where social dynamics are mentioned, reviewers described a mix of resident interactions ranging from friendly to problematic; this has implications for community life and requires effective conduct policies. The presence of working residents and individuals with limited housing alternatives suggests a diverse, low-income population that may have different needs for scheduling, privacy, and community standards.

    Management and communication emerge as notable weak points. Reviewers described management behavior as inconsiderate or overly focused on rent collection rather than resident experience, and reported limited communication around renovation timing and access. Infection-control practices also drew concern, specifically inconsistent masking, indicating a need for clearer protocols and enforcement. Overall, the pattern is one of an affordable senior community undergoing physical updates but struggling with maintenance, project planning, resident conduct oversight, staff responsiveness, and transparent communication. Prospective residents and families should weigh affordability and active resident life against reported operational and management challenges, and ask for specifics on renovation schedules, staffing ratios, infection-control policies, and mechanisms for resolving conduct or maintenance issues before committing.

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    Location

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    DePaul House is located at 3300 Benson Ave, Baltimore, MD, 21227.

    About DePaul House

    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.

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    No, DePaul House does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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