Caraway Assisted Living

Caraway Assisted Living sits quietly in Elkton, MD, and has provided care for over twenty years in a small, relaxed setting that aims to feel like home, where only sixteen residents live in two adjacent houses called The Cottage and The Lodge, both with their own style-The Cottage has shared and private rooms that overlook rolling hills, while The Lodge offers private rooms surrounded by trees. Staff at Caraway believe in a resident-first approach, focusing on daily needs like bathing, dressing, grooming, hair care, shaving, and oral health, all with round-the-clock help from devoted caregivers who know each person well and keep a low caregiver-to-resident ratio, which means more time and attention for each resident. Residents can find support for mobility, continence, and medication management, with flexible care plans that change if health needs change, and there's an emphasis on keeping independence as much as possible and listening to what each person needs, not just following a routine. People spend time in bright shared spaces, covered patios, and common areas made for socializing, and the environment is very accessible for those who use walkers or wheelchairs, as well as calm, clean, and always odor-free. Caraway makes meals with quality ingredients, focusing on healthy food that still tastes good, and the dining program has actually won awards, along with the activities and friendly staff. As a verified community that follows licensing standards, Caraway offers detailed care plans, medication supervision, and even healthcare management, so residents and families don't worry as much about safety or appointments. The daily schedule has different activities, both to keep people's minds sharp and to build friendships, and there's transportation and parking for outings or appointments, plus reliable Wi-Fi for staying connected. Because the facility is small, staff can really focus on compassion, dignity, respect, and personal freedom, all while keeping things simple and supporting each resident in living the way they want, with help always there, but never taking over their choices or routines.