Ginger Cove in Annapolis, MD

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, and soft lighting.

  • Living Room

    A stylish living room with coral walls features a white sideboard, artistic decor, and a patterned chair.

  • Building

    A building entrance with an awning and a fountain in the foreground.

  • Architecture

    A row of brick apartment buildings with well-maintained lawns and trees in a suburban setting.

  • Trees

    A tranquil pier extending over a calm lake surrounded by mountains and lush trees.

  • Artwork

    A modern living room with a sofa, chair, and glass coffee table, decorated with artwork.

  • Library

    A cozy library room with shelves full of books, comfortable seating, and warm lighting.

  • Therapy Room

    A calming spa therapy room with a massage table and soothing ambiance.

Ginger Cove in Annapolis, MD

Ginger Cove is an assisted living and memory care community in Annapolis, MD.

Information last verified:

4000 River Crescent Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Overall Review of Ginger Cove

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Staffing concerns in memory care

Some residents in memory care describe staffing levels that left them waiting for help.

Several reviews raise concerns about staffing coverage for residents with dementia or Alzheimer’s, including accounts of too few employees on shift and delays in getting assistance. A few reviewers also describe situations where they believe residents were left without timely attention or without a way to signal staff during emergencies. Other reviews still praise care as compassionate and attentive, but these negative accounts focus specifically on staffing and resident safety in health center or memory care areas.

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Care is praised as compassionate

Many reviews highlight compassionate, professional care from staff.

A large share of reviewers describe staff as caring, supportive, and professional, and they say they feel comfortable knowing help is available when needed. Several families also mention positive outcomes during short stays in the health center, with supervisors and nurses described as responsive and communicative. A smaller number of reviews disagree, so the overall picture is mixed, but compassion and attentiveness are frequent themes across the positive accounts.

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Meals and dining quality stand out

Dining is a recurring highlight, with residents describing meals they enjoy.

Food shows up often as a reason people are happy here, with reviews describing meals as good, delicious, and made for seniors, including desserts and a wide menu. Multiple reviewers also connect the dining experience to an easy, restaurant-style setting. Not every review is positive—some describe the food as mediocre or criticize dining staff attention—but the positive mentions are frequent and consistent.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews frequently point to activities that help residents stay involved.

Many residents and families describe a busy schedule of activities, social time, and opportunities to participate, including organized daily programming and resident-run or group-based activities. Several reviews also highlight fitness options and day-to-day engagement, while others mention committees and socialization as key to feeling settled. Even when a reviewer focuses more on the lifestyle than the specifics, activities remain part of what they liked about day-to-day living.

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Pricing concerns come up repeatedly

Pricing and overall value are recurring concerns in critical reviews.

Some reviews call the community overpriced or describe dissatisfaction with what they received for the cost. A few reviewers also describe financial friction around billing or refunds after a family member’s stay. While other reviews focus on satisfaction with the community and future healthcare planning, the cost/value critique shows up often enough to be a notable caveat.

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Campus location and water views

Reviews mention the property setting, including water views and outdoor space.

Several reviews describe the campus grounds and surrounding setting positively, including water-related views and pleasant outdoor areas. Some visitors also mention the community is comfortable to reach and includes spaces for activities on-site. There are also a couple of concerns, including comments about the area feeling isolated from everyday mainstream options.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 52 resident community capacity 52 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Baltimore-Washington International (16 miles away) Baltimore-Washington International (16 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Annapolis, Maryland, offers a convenient location with a variety of amenities suitable for senior living. With multiple hospitals and pharmacies within close proximity, residents have easy access to healthcare services. There are also several restaurants offering diverse cuisine options, as well as cafes for leisurely outings. Additionally, the presence of physicians and medical facilities nearby ensures that residents can easily access medical care when needed. The area also features parks and places of worship for relaxation and spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this neighborhood provides a combination of convenience and community resources that would be beneficial for seniors looking to settle in Annapolis.

Hospitals

  • Luminis Health Community Clinic Arundel Lodge (0.8 miles)
  • Anne Arundel Medical Center (2.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Ingrano Bistro Bakery (1 miles)
  • Summerwood (1.2 miles)
  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.3 miles)
  • Julep (1.6 miles)
  • Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant (1.7 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.9 miles)
  • Double T Diner (1.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Giant Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Main Store (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (2.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Capital Dermatology (1.2 miles)
  • Passport Health (1.3 miles)
  • Anne Arundel Orthopaedics (1.5 miles)
  • Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics (1.5 miles)
  • Richard Bernstein, MD (1.7 miles)
  • Promd Health (1.8 miles)
  • Chesapeake Medical Imaging (1.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Bow Tie Annapolis Mall 11 (2.1 miles)

Parks

  • Quiet Waters Park (3.4 miles)
  • Galesville Park (7.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Mary's Church (4 miles)
  • Naval Academy Chapel (4.2 miles)
  • St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (7 miles)
  • St John the Evangelist Church (7.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Big Bean (7.8 miles)

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