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Dee's House of Care in Baltimore, MD

Dee's House of Care is an assisted living community in Baltimore, MD.

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Dee's House of Care in Baltimore, MD

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Dee's House of Care

5901 Lillyan Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21206

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

4.7 from 30 reviews
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Dee's House of Care Costs & Pricing

Dee's House of Care offers remarkably competitive pricing for its residents when compared to the broader costs in Baltimore City and across Maryland. For a semi-private room, Dee's monthly rate stands at $1,500, which is significantly lower than the city average of $3,116 and the state average of $3,545. Similarly, for those seeking a private room, Dee's price of $2,000 diverges favorably from Baltimore City's average of $3,729 and Maryland's average of $4,112. This positioning not only reflects Dee's commitment to providing high-quality care but also makes it an appealing option for families looking for affordable long-term care solutions in a supportive environment.

Floor plansDee's House of CareBaltimore cityMaryland
Semi-Private$1,500$3,116$3,545
Private$2,000$3,729$4,112

Overall Review of Dee's House of Care

common 4 reviews mention this

Care is truly hands-on

Caregivers assist with daily needs like meals, mobility support, and medication help.

Residents describe hands-on help that goes beyond companionship, including meal preparation and medication management. Multiple reviewers also mention help with everyday routines and practical support like laundry or light housekeeping, and support for getting to medical appointments. The service aligns with the community’s listed focus on assistance with activities of daily living and help coordinating health care needs.

common 10 reviews mention this

Care team responds fast

Families report fast, flexible support when situations change.

Across reviews, families repeatedly highlight quick response times and an ability to adapt when needs shift. People describe scheduling that worked around the family’s situation, support that arrived promptly, and caregivers who handled post-surgery or changing medical circumstances. Several reviewers also mention that communication and updates helped them feel informed during care.

differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Dementia care is a core fit

Families mention dementia-related experience when choosing care.

Several reviews specifically reference dementia, memory care, or the need for specialized support around cognitive changes. Reviewers describe encouragement for staying engaged and building trust, and they mention seeking options that could meet memory-care-related requirements. Even when one review was negative about abandonment, the concern was tied to dementia-related circumstances, reinforcing that memory-related needs come up frequently in how families evaluate the service.

common 26 reviews mention this

Compassion and professionalism stand out

Reviewers consistently describe caregivers as kind, professional, and respectful.

Most reviewers focus on the caregivers’ compassion—describing respectful, attentive support—and the professional way staff handled visits and day-to-day care. Families also mention dignity and thoughtful communication, including progress updates and detailed visit notes in at least one case. This theme is consistent with the community’s listed emphasis on supervised care and assistance with daily living needs.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Some complaints raise red flags

A small number of reviews report serious lapses in service quality.

While the majority of reviews are positive, two stand out for negative experiences. One reviewer describes being left alone for an extended period and cautions others, and another raises concerns about cleanliness and basic attention to the individual’s wellbeing. These outliers are the main recurring cautions compared with the broader pattern of reliable, supportive care described elsewhere.

How we summarize

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

Features

Housing

  • 3 resident community capacity 3 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private Private
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Baltimore-Washington International (14 miles away) Baltimore-Washington International (14 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Baltimore, Maryland offers a variety of amenities that cater to seniors looking for convenience and accessibility. With multiple pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy nearby, obtaining medications is easily accessible. In terms of dining options, there are casual eateries like McDonald's and Taco Bell as well as restaurants like Koco's Pub offering a range of choices. For medical needs, there are physicians' offices like Overlea Personal Physicians and hospitals such as MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital within a close proximity. Additionally, there are parks like Cromwell Valley Park and Patterson Park for leisurely walks or outdoor activities. The neighborhood also boasts cafes like Starbucks for socializing with friends or enjoying coffee breaks. Overall, this area provides a mix of essential services and recreational opportunities suitable for seniors looking to settle down in a convenient location in Baltimore.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Northern Pharmacy and Med Equipment (1.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Giant (2.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Koco's Pub (1.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)
  • Colin's Seafood and Grill (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.7 miles)
  • Taco Bell (2.7 miles)
  • Blakes Crab House (3 miles)
  • Burger King (3 miles)

Physicians

  • Overlea Personal Physicians (1.9 miles)
  • Katzen Eye Group (3.1 miles)
  • Pediatric Partners (3.7 miles)
  • 301 Building at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center (3.9 miles)
  • Maryland Vascular Specialists (4 miles)
  • Scottish Rite Speech & Language Center (4 miles)
  • East Baltimore Medical Center (4.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital (2.4 miles)
  • MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center (3.5 miles)
  • MedStar Union Memorial Hospital (3.9 miles)
  • Kennedy Krieger Institute (4.2 miles)
  • Osler Bulding (4.3 miles)
  • The Charlotte R. Bloomberg Children's Center at Johns Hopkins Hospital (4.3 miles)
  • Johns Hopkins Outpatient Pharmacy (4.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.2 miles)
  • Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park (4.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5 miles)
  • Dooby's (5 miles)

Parks

  • Cromwell Valley Park (4.4 miles)
  • Rodgers Forge Tot Lot (4.4 miles)
  • Patterson Park (4.4 miles)
  • Patterson Park Annex (4.4 miles)
  • Canton Waterfront Park (5.1 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC White Marsh 16 (4.6 miles)
  • Cinemark Towson And Xd (4.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Calvary Baptist Church (4.6 miles)
  • Brown Memorial Woodbrook Presbyterian Church (4.9 miles)
  • Church of the Immaculate Conception (5.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Penn Station (4.7 miles)

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