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Heron Point of Chestertown

Heron Point of Chestertown is an assisted living community in Chestertown, MD.

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Heron Point of Chestertown

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  • Interior

    Elegant living room with armchairs, chandelier, and large windows with red curtains.

  • Outdoors

    A building entrance with brick columns and a covered porch on a sunny day.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom featuring red bedding and a ceiling fan, illuminated by natural light from the window.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room featuring comfortable seating, a lamp, and decorative artwork.

  • Building

    A building entrance with a covered driveway surrounded by trees on a sunny day.

  • Trees

    A serene outdoor deck with tables and umbrellas, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Dining

    A spacious and modern dining area with large windows providing plenty of natural light.

  • Landscaping

    A serene view of a garden path lined with vibrant flowers leading into a lush landscape.

  • Artwork

    A bright and inviting living room featuring modern decor, ample natural light, and a cozy atmosphere.

  • Outdoor

    A serene view of a wooden pier extending over calm waters, surrounded by lush greenery.

  • Bookshelves

    A cozy library interior with bookshelves, a reading area, and a desk.

  • Nature

    A serene boardwalk pathway through a marsh at sunset, inviting peaceful strolls amidst nature.

  • Swimming Pool

    A serene indoor swimming pool area, perfect for relaxation and leisure.

  • Workspace

    A well-organized woodworking workshop featuring various hand tools and a spacious workbench.

501 East Campus Ave, Chestertown, MD 21620

To contact a resident: (410) 778-7300

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

4.7 from 74 reviews
5 stars
57
4 stars
12
3 stars
4
2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Heron Point of Chestertown

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness and helpful care

Residents and visitors consistently describe welcoming, attentive staff.

Across reviews, people repeatedly mention staff being welcoming, friendly, and responsive to visitors and residents. Several describe staff as attentive and genuinely helpful, including during visits and resident-focused events. A few reviewers also say staffing can feel short at times, but even then they tend to describe staff as a key part of the experience.

common 5 reviews mention this

Dining and chef-prepared meals

Dining is repeatedly described as delicious and high quality.

Many reviews highlight the food as delicious or excellent, with some calling out a chef who cooks and meals they enjoy. One reviewer specifically notes great food and good service during a private party, and another mentions a cafe they found pretty good. While one review notes the dining approach as having a set menu and limited choice, overall food quality comes up positively.

  • A spacious and modern dining area with large windows providing plenty of natural light.
common 5 reviews mention this

Plenty to do on-site

Residents have many on-site ways to stay busy.

Reviews describe a full schedule of activities, including exercise classes, clubs, and day-to-day options for getting involved. Several also mention amenities that support recreation, like a pool, fitness center, library, and nature trails. A few visitors describe performing or hosting events for residents, reinforcing that community life includes regular gatherings and programming.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Multiple reviewers raise concerns about the cost and add-ons.

Some residents or families say the community is expensive or can feel like it nickels and dimes after moving in. A reviewer also calls out pricing as the main problem after describing the rest of the experience positively. Others acknowledge there may be bonuses, but the cost theme still shows up consistently in the reviews.

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Scenic Chester River setting

The Chester River setting and grounds are a standout feature.

Several reviews emphasize the beautiful setting along the Chester River, with mentions of views and outdoor spaces like walking paths. Others describe the grounds and landscaping as well maintained and include details like benches by the river or easy access to the nearby town. One reviewer also notes the location as a plus for seniors, pairing the scenery with an active community environment.

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

  • 45 resident community capacity 45 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms

Transportation

  • 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
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Care with behavioral issues Care with behavioral issues
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation program Rehabilitation program
  • 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
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Parks

  • Dog Park (0.5 miles)
  • Kingstown Park (0.9 miles)
  • Wilmer Park (1.1 miles)
  • Roundtop Park (1.6 miles)
  • Parks & Recreation Department (4.7 miles)
  • Pinkney Park (7.6 miles)
  • Betterton Beach Park (10.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Chester River Hospital Center (0.6 miles)
  • UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown (0.6 miles)
  • DaVita Chestertown Dialysis Center (0.6 miles)
  • Kent and Queen Annes Hospital Heliport (0.6 miles)
  • Davis Deborah S Eastern Shore Emergency Medicine Chestertown (0.6 miles)
  • Chester River Hospital Center (12.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Chestertown Pediatrics (0.6 miles)
  • Purva Sharma DR (0.6 miles)
  • SDNBRG Protzko*Chestop (1 miles)
  • Tamy B Buckel (1.1 miles)
  • Shore Dermatology (1.1 miles)
  • Hearing Center (1.2 miles)
  • Bay Orthopedics (1.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Chestertown Baptist Church (0.7 miles)
  • Trinity Lutheran Church (0.7 miles)
  • Emmanuel Church Chester Parish (0.9 miles)
  • Sacred Heart Religious Education Department (1 miles)
  • Gospel Church of God (1 miles)
  • Tyree Ame Church (1 miles)
  • Unitarian Universalist Fellowship (1.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Blue Bird Tavern (0.9 miles)
  • The Front Room (0.9 miles)
  • Domino's Pizza (0.9 miles)
  • Smoke Rattle & Roll (1 miles)
  • Procolino Pizza (1 miles)
  • Old Wharf Inn (1 miles)
  • Fish Whistle (1 miles)

Cafes

  • Evergrain Bread Company (0.9 miles)
  • Lemon Leaf Cafe (1 miles)
  • Java Rock (11.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Stam Drugs (0.9 miles)
  • Chestertown Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (1 miles)
  • Hetalben B Patel, R.Ph. (1 miles)
  • Millington Pharmacy (11.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (13 miles)

Theaters

  • Chester 5 Theatres (0.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (1.6 miles)
  • Kennersley Airport (5.1 miles)
  • Wildlife Artistry Taxidermy (8.3 miles)

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