Senior Services

- Nursing Homes
The Department of Aging has developed this information to assist you in the location of nursing homes throughout Baltimore County. You will find facilities grouped by geographic area.

- Adult Medical Day Centers
Adult Medical Day Centers are privately run programs that provide activities, medical supervision and social support for seniors who need a protected environment during the day. This program is designed for families who need relief from daily care-giving activities.

- CountyRide
CountyRide is a specialized transportation program providing service to Baltimore County residents 60 years of age and over, disabled residents aged 21 through 59 and those living in the rural area. Destinations include medical appointments, shopping and other general purpose trips.

Other Related Pages

- Caregiver Connection
The Caregiver Connection newsletter is for caregivers of older adults. This newsletter is a bi-monthly publication of the Baltimore County Department of Aging.

- A Primer on Assisted Living
Assisted living is a special combination of housing and support services designed to respond to the individual needs of people who need help with the activities of daily living but do not need the skilled medical care provided in a nursing home.

- A Primer on Nursing Homes
Choosing a nursing home may be one of the most important life decisions you may have to make for yourself, family member or friend. Learn more here.

-Directory of Consumer Resources
Help is just a phone call away. The Department of Aging has provided contact information for numerous resources available to seniors and their families.

- Housing Options for Seniors
The list of housing options which follows is provided by the Baltimore County Department of Aging as a general guide. There are a variety of housing choices, but the most appropriate one will depend on an individual's finances, lifestyle and health.

- Legal Services
The Legal Services for Senior Citizens Program provides free legal assistance, consultation and/or representation to Baltimore County residents age 60 or over for specific types of cases.

- Medical Assistance Personal Care Program
The Medical Assistance Personal Care Program is designed for at-risk Medical Assistance recipients in need of assistance in performing their activities of daily living.

-Medical Assistance Transportation
The Medical Assistance Transportation program is funded by the State of Maryland and enables eligible individuals to access needed medical care by providing transportation services.

- Project Home
Program serves the vulnerable and disabled adults of Baltimore County who need safe and supportive environments in which to live.

- Publications - Department of Aging
The Department of Aging has numerous publications available to help seniors and their families make the most of the Golden Years.

- Senior Digest - A Newspaper for Seniors
People seeking information that affects the lives of senior adults rely on Senior Digest, the awardwinning, larger-print newspaper mailed to thousands of subscribers.

- Senior Housing
Various housing options are available for seniors, including those who need assistance, in Baltimore County. A "Housing Options for Seniors in Baltimore County Booklet," offered by the Senior Information and Assistance office, lists affordable apartments for seniors, retirement communities, domiciliary care homes, assisted living facilities and other resources.

- Support Groups
The Department of Aging has provided contact information for support groups on topics ranging from arthritis to mental illness.

Related Agencies

- Aging

- Baltimore County Volunteers

- Commission of Disabilities

- Social Services