Best Assisted Living in Ellicott City, Maryland
19 communities found
Ellicott City has 19 assisted living communities, all of them residential rather than agency-based. Of these, 12 carry ratings, averaging 4.6 out of 5 across 584 reviews read, and one community has been verified directly by its operator. A single published price point puts a room at 6,000 dollars a month.
- 19communities
- 4.6average rating, 12 rated
- 584family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
Morningside House of Ellicott City
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.7(164)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $6,000/moWhite Oak Villages
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.9(20)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Alongside Assisted Living
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(14)
Assisted Living
Greenway Manor, LLC
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(12)
Assisted Living
HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.6(55)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
New Life Assisted Living Ellicott City - Church Lane
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(7)
Assisted Living
Ellicott City Assisted Living
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(5)
Assisted Living
MaxLife Care Assisted Living
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(4)
Assisted Living
Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.5(28)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lorien Encore
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.4(218)
Assisted LivingRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lighthouse Senior Living - Ellicott City
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.4(39)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
A.L.I.V.E. Assisted Living Facility
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(2)
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in Ellicott City
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Morningside House of Ellicott City
4.7 (164 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Morningside House holds a 4.7-star average from 163 Google reviews, though specific review comments and amenity details weren't available to summarize.
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White Oak VillagesVerified
4.9 (20 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care· 8 units
White Oak Villages is a small, home-like residence where the owner and staff stay closely involved, with some residents living there for years.
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5 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living
Alongside Assisted Living is a small, home-like community where owner Alex Park's staff offer attentive care, low turnover, and support through hospice.
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5 (12 reviews)· Assisted Living
Greenway Manor is a small, home-like community where owners Scott and Pam provide personal attention through multi-year stays, including dementia care.
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HeartLands Senior Living at Ellicott City
4.6 (55 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
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New Life Assisted Living Ellicott City - Church Lane
5 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living
New Life Assisted Living is a small, closely managed community where owner-director Alvin stays personally involved in care and family communication.
- 7
5 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
Ellicott City Assisted Living is a small, family-run home offering personalized, loving care with open communication and a warm, home-cooked environment.
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Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant
4.5 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 16 units
Lutheran Village at Miller's Grant offers smooth transitions to assisted living and dementia care, though some families report capacity shortages and unexpected costs.
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4.4 (218 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 91 units
Lorien Encore is praised for skilled nursing and rehabilitation, especially Parkinson's care, fast staff response times, and strong therapy support.
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Lighthouse Senior Living - Ellicott City
4.4 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lighthouse Senior Living is described as warm and family-like with strong activities and food, though some reviews raise staffing and leadership concerns.
What families say about assisted living in Ellicott City
Counted across the review summaries of 18 Ellicott City communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Among the 18 communities with detailed reviews, 78% mention caring, attentive staff and half point to food and dining as a strength, with building and grounds noted by 39%, cleanliness by 33%, and management by 28%. At the same time, communication with families and cost and billing each come up as concerns in 61% of reviews, while staff attitude and building upkeep are each noted by 22%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 78%
- Food and dining 50%
- Building and grounds 39%
- Cleanliness 33%
- Management 28%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 61%
- Cost and billing 61%
- Staff attitude 22%
- Building and upkeep 22%
“My dad has gotten the best care here. This is his second time being here for rehabilitation. All of the staff members are friendly, polite and very contentious of their patients. I would recommend Lorien Encore to anyone/everyone”
“7.8.26 935am i just spoke with dan from sales and OMG. out of alllll the other assisted living places I called, Dan was the ONLY one that gave me soooo much helpful and useful info. If i could have given him a hug through the phone, i would have. He was so nice and a pleasure to talk to. Hi Dan, from Ms Ell”
“White Oak was a loving and caring home environment close to me in Ellicott City. Mom lived out her final 18 months with great personal and medical care and attention. Owner and a staff member even attended mom’s funeral. Great place.”
Assisted Living in Ellicott City: the figures
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (18), wheelchair accessible (18), 24-hour staff (18), housekeeping (18), social activities (18), medication management (17).
How families pay for assisted living in Maryland
Most Maryland families cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds first, often drawing on savings and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a family holds a policy, can also help offset monthly costs, though coverage varies by policy and it's worth reviewing the terms early. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care in these settings.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Maryland.
Assisted Living near Ellicott City
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catonsville5 mi | 35 | 4.3 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Columbia5 mi | 23 | 4.6 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Randallstown7 mi | 28 | 4.2 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Pikesville8.8 mi | 23 | 4.6 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
| Owings Mills9.5 mi | 9 | 4.2 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Baltimore11.4 mi | 127 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.4 mi |
| Laurel12 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 12 mi |
| Sykesville12.5 mi | 10 | 4.2 / 5 | 12.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 19 communities listed in Ellicott City, 584 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Ellicott City ask about.
- Home Care in Maryland: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Ellicott City: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Ellicott City, Maryland?
MyLivingChoice lists 19 assisted living communities in Ellicott City, Maryland, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Ellicott City are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Alongside Assisted Living (5★, 14 ratings), Greenway Manor, LLC (5★, 12 ratings), New Life Assisted Living Ellicott City - Church Lane (5★, 7 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Ellicott City?
Beyond assisted living, Ellicott City has independent living (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), at-home care (6 communities), home health (6 communities), memory care (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Ellicott City?
Families rate Ellicott City assisted living communities 4.6 out of 5 on average, across 584 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Ellicott City assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 18 Ellicott City communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 78%), food and dining (mentioned for 50%), building and grounds (mentioned for 39%). The most common concerns are communication with families (61%), cost and billing (61%), staff attitude (22%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Ellicott City bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
