Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

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Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air is an assisted living and memory care community in Bel Air, MD.

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1415 Street Francis Road, Bel Air, MD 21014

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

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Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air Costs & Pricing

At Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air, the monthly costs for accommodations reflect a range that caters to various needs and preferences. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay between $3,390 and $4,920, which is competitive when compared to the average cost of $3,357 in Harford County and $3,545 across Maryland. Those seeking more privacy may opt for a private room, with costs ranging from $4,530 to $6,180 - higher than the county's average of $3,819 and the state average of $4,112. This pricing structure indicates that while Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air is positioned on the higher end of the market spectrum, it also provides tailored services and amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents.

Floor plansCommonwealth Senior Living at Bel AirHarford CountyMaryland
Semi-Private$3,390 to $4,920$3,357$3,545
Private$4,530 to $6,180$3,819$4,112

Overall Review of Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air

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Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families consistently describe staff as caring, patient, and responsive.

Many reviews emphasize that staff treat residents like family and follow through when needs come up. Several residents and family members specifically mention timely help, frequent communication, and staff knowing the person they’re caring for. Even when reviews are critical, they still focus on how staff and leadership communicate and handle day-to-day care. Overall, the caregiving tone described is supportive and personal.

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Clean, well kept environment

Clean rooms and common areas are a recurring point in reviews.

Multiple reviews highlight a consistently clean facility, including clean rooms and well-maintained common spaces. Several people also comment on the environment feeling comfortable and home-like rather than institutional. A few reviewers note there are no unpleasant odors, reinforcing the cleanliness theme. This cleanliness is mentioned alongside how professional the staff appear and how easy it feels to visit.

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Food quality and flexible dining

Dining is a frequent focus, with residents and families pointing to good-tasting meals.

Reviewers repeatedly mention that meals are satisfying, including comments about good food and flexible options when preferences change. Some families describe room service-like support or the ability to request alternatives if something isn’t to taste. Several reviews also connect dining to overall comfort, including improved intake compared with other settings. One negative review criticizes food quality and portions, but most food mentions are positive.

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Activities help residents stay engaged

Families describe regular activities and programs that keep residents involved.

Many reviews mention that residents have scheduled activities and opportunities to socialize. Families describe day-to-day engagement like group activities and community events, with some highlighting music, games, and art or group participation. A few reviewers specifically mention that residents improved socially after moving in. While one review says outings did not happen as planned, the overall theme is that there is a steady calendar of things to do.

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Memory care includes a dedicated unit

Memory care is mentioned in reviews, including programming for dementia needs.

Several reviews discuss memory care experiences, including residents with dementia being supported in a dedicated unit. Families describe ongoing activities suited to memory care residents, with examples like music, quizzes, and other group programs. One review also references a memory care waitlist when calling for information, framing availability as a practical limitation for families reaching out.

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Pricing feels high for some families

Some families say the monthly cost is very high compared with options they considered.

Reviews repeatedly frame pricing as a concern, with at least a few families saying the community is more expensive than alternatives. One reviewer also notes cost limitations related to Medicaid acceptance if funds run out. At the same time, another review balances that by describing the value for the price as better than several other places they toured. This creates a mixed cost picture: many find it worth it, but the price level is still a recurring caution.

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Features

Housing

  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Financing advice Financing advice
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking

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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Holiday parties Holiday parties
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Reminiscence programs Reminiscence programs
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Sensory-based programs Sensory-based programs
  • Stories Stories
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Bel Air, Maryland offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors considering living in the area. With multiple dining options including McDonald's, Waffle House, and Independent Brewing Company, there is something to suit every taste. The proximity of pharmacies such as CVS Pharmacy and Rite Aid ensures easy access to medication and healthcare needs. Nearby physicians and medical facilities like Pediatric Partners and Upper Chesapeake Medical Center provide quality healthcare services within a short distance. In addition, the presence of parks like Rockfield Park offers opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this neighborhood provides a well-rounded community with essential services for seniors looking to settle in a vibrant and accessible location.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.1 miles)
  • Waffle House (1.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (1.2 miles)
  • Independent Brewing Company (1.3 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (1.7 miles)
  • Sean Bolan's Irish Pub (1.8 miles)
  • Vagabond Sandwich Company (1.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.3 miles)
  • Harford Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • Harford Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.4 miles)
  • Kleins Family Markets (1.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Murias DR Richard (0.4 miles)
  • Pediatric Partners (0.5 miles)
  • North Park Center (0.5 miles)
  • North Park Pediatrics (0.5 miles)
  • Tinney Family Medicine (1.2 miles)
  • Dr Steven W. Dannenfelser, MD (1.3 miles)
  • Surg Center of Bel Air (1.8 miles)

Parks

  • Rockfield Park (2.1 miles)
  • Colonial Acres Playground (3 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (2.8 miles)
  • MedStar Health at Bel Air Medical Campus (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Mark Roman Catholic Church (3.8 miles)
  • Open Bible Christian Academy (7.1 miles)

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