Presbyterian Home of MD sits in Towson, Maryland, and serves as a large senior care center with up to 78 assisted living units and 22 level three beds, offering different levels of care so people can get help as their needs change. Residents can find independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, nursing home, hospice, home care, long-term care, and respite care all within the same community. The building has three elevators and two emergency generators, which helps with safety and access for everyone, and licensed nursing staff and awake staff are on hand 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help with emergencies or ongoing care needs.
Meals are a big part of life here, with home-cooked food served every day, usually three dishes per meal to pick from, and the chefs and meal planners try to make sure residents get a balanced diet, even making special adjustments for those with diabetes or high blood pressure. Residents can also get one or two prepared meals each day as part of the meal program, and there's a focus on dining together so people can socialize during mealtime. The community says it offers some of the best dining experiences for residents, and staff work hard to handle dietary needs.
Memory care is available for seniors living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and this care happens in a secure area built to keep residents safe from wandering and confusion, using tools like alarm bracelets, plus there are costs for this that are much higher-about three times-for seniors with advanced memory problems. Doctors, nurses, and support staff are there to provide medication reminders, high acuity care, incontinence care, diabetic care including insulin shots, and to help non-ambulatory residents using mechanical lifts if needed. Visiting health professionals come in too, like dentists, podiatrists, therapists, and geriatric psychiatrists, so folks can get a lot of their medical needs taken care of on site, and there's even pharmacy support.
Laundry and housekeeping services are available, with trash removal, linen changes, and maintenance included, and residents can use their own laundry facilities if they want, or let staff handle it. People can choose what fits best, and that makes things easier for those who don't want to do chores. Transportation takes residents to doctor's appointments, shopping, and faith-based groups, which helps keep people connected to their favorite places.
There are apartment-style units in studios, semi-private, or two-bedroom set-ups, and residents can use indoor lounges to chat or relax, with activities sprinkled throughout the week, from music therapy and animal therapy to art, movie nights, devotional services offsite, fitness classes, games, and even evenings where everyone gets together for social fun. Amenities include a fitness room, book room, salon, hot tub, and outdoor spaces for fresh air; there's also a focus on movement and socializing to keep everyone active and involved, with regular exercise and fitness programs right at the center.
Security and care for people who might be at risk of elopement or falls are important, and the staff tries to create a safe, welcoming environment, with people often mentioning how friendly and kind everyone is. There's no community or buy-in fee, and for short-term stays, the respite fee is $160 per day, and the community accepts private pay, social security, veterans' benefits, and insurance. The Presbyterian Home of MD wants to create peace of mind by offering a safe, respectful, and caring place where seniors can find the right support for their needs.
