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The Kensington At Cumberland

The Kensington At Cumberland is an assisted living community in Cumberland, MD.

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a chair, sofa, and television on a wooden floor, brightened by natural light from the window.

  • Decor

    A wooden piano decorated with plants and a photo frame in a bright room.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room corner with a round table surrounded by chairs, accented with a lamp and a 'Family' sign on the wall.

  • Building

    A multi-story brick apartment building under a clear blue sky.

  • Architecture

    A historical brick building with multiple windows and red awnings.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy and well-decorated bedroom with a white bed, cushions, bedside lamp, and a wreath on the wall.

  • Windows

    A cozy bedroom with a yellow-patterned daybed next to a small bathroom, illuminated by natural light from the window.

  • Dining

    A cozy living and dining area with modern decor and a touch of greenery.

  • Landscaping

    A small garden with colorful flowers and lush plants against a brick wall.

  • Wall Art

    A cozy home setup with a framed sign saying 'growing together, living together' alongside decorative vases and a centerpiece on a tray.

  • Hardwood Floor

    A cozy living room with modern furniture and a bright, airy atmosphere.

  • Rug

    Cozy living room corner with a gray sofa, black patterned pillows, a small side table, and a lamp.

  • Kitchenette

    A compact kitchenette setup with essential appliances including a microwave, mini fridge, and coffee maker.

  • Interior Decor

    A cozy seating area with two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and an ornate mirror on the wall.

One Baltimore Street, Cumberland, MD 21502

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

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Overall Review of The Kensington At Cumberland

common 24 reviews mention this

Caring, responsive staff stands out

Residents and families consistently describe a staff that is kind, attentive, and proactive.

Across many reviews, people mention feeling welcomed from the first day and having staff that learn residents’ names and preferences. Multiple reviewers also highlight responsiveness during changing needs, medication support, and continued follow-up after questions during the search process. Several families add that staff stay kind and compassionate even through difficult periods like COVID.

common 16 reviews mention this

Activities keep residents engaged

Residents and families say there are plenty of engaging activities to look forward to.

Reviewers frequently describe scheduled events and resident involvement, including religious services, book clubs, and games. Many also mention outings and bus rides, with examples like trips to stores and community destinations. A few comments connect activities with feeling at home and with residents’ overall happiness.

common 12 reviews mention this

Food quality is frequently praised

Dining is a recurring positive, with residents and visitors saying meals are good.

Several reviews call out the food positively, including comments that meals are good and that residents are enjoying lunch and dinner. Others mention dietary handling, such as gluten-free food and menu adjustments like cutting items smaller to reduce choking risk. The community also offers restaurant-style dining per its listed dining approach, aligning with the dining-room experiences some reviewers describe.

  • A cozy living and dining area with modern decor and a touch of greenery.
differentiator 7 reviews mention this

Care support for daily needs

Reviews describe hands-on help with daily care and medication needs.

Families mention assisted-living support that grows with need, including assistance with bathing and transfers and help with medication management. One reviewer also describes staff working with the family as care requirements changed while keeping the resident in place. The community’s care offerings list medication management, meal preparation and service, and assistance with daily living tasks, which matches what families focus on in their day-to-day feedback.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Historic building, rooms feel small

Some reviews note the building’s age and smaller rooms.

A few reviewers describe the property as historic and well cared for, but still older, including comments about older architecture and elevators. Another recurring concern is that rooms are small, which may affect comfort for some households. Even with these limitations, several reviewers still say cleanliness and maintenance are strong and that the space feels well kept.

  • A multi-story brick apartment building under a clear blue sky.
  • A historical brick building with multiple windows and red awnings.
common 3 reviews mention this

Close to downtown and essentials

Families appreciate the area convenience for visits and getting around.

One review specifically points to convenience because the community is right in Cumberland, making it easier for family to stay involved. Another mentions that the community is close to downtown, which supports regular visits. Nearby options include quick access to restaurants and medical support within about a tenth to about a mile in the listed area.

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Features

Housing

  • 85 resident community capacity 85 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Overnight guests Overnight guests
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • 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

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • 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
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • 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

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Jin's Asian Cuisine (0.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.1 miles)
  • Harrigan's (0.1 miles)
  • Baltimore Street Grill (0.1 miles)
  • Mezzos (0.1 miles)
  • Coney Island Famous Weiners (0.1 miles)
  • Jennifer's Desserts (0.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Union Rescue Mission of Western MD (0.1 miles)
  • Emmanuel Episcopal Church (0.3 miles)
  • Our Lady of The Mountains Roman Catholic Congregation (0.3 miles)
  • Saint Patricks Roman Catholic Church (0.3 miles)
  • First Christian Church-Disciples of Christ (0.3 miles)
  • St Peter & St Paul Catholic Church (0.4 miles)
  • Fire Ministries on (0.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Queen City Creamery & Deli (0.1 miles)
  • Corner Tavern (0.3 miles)
  • Basecamp Coffee (0.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak - Cumberland Station (0.1 miles)
  • Western Maryland Railway Station (0.3 miles)
  • Queen City Taxi (1.5 miles)
  • Yellow Cab (1.7 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (2.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Wmhs Vista Primary Care Center (0.1 miles)
  • Allegany Allergy and Asthma (0.5 miles)
  • Alpert's Orthotic Services (0.6 miles)
  • McCagh & Roberts (0.7 miles)
  • Children's Medical Group (0.7 miles)
  • UPMC Western Maryland Endocrinology Services (0.8 miles)
  • Mir Neurology (0.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Factor One Source Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Walsh-Mccagh & Kellough Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Pharmacare of Cumberland (0.4 miles)
  • Pharmacare West (0.4 miles)
  • The Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Martin's Pharmacy (0.4 miles)
  • Pharmacare (0.4 miles)

Parks

  • C&O Canal Towpath (0.2 miles)
  • Constitution Park (0.6 miles)
  • Constitution Park Dog Park (0.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Memorial Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • Cumberland Nursing Home (1 miles)
  • Thomas B Finan Center (1.3 miles)
  • Western Maryland Regional Medical Center (1.4 miles)
  • Emergency Department, Western Maryland Regional Medical Center (1.4 miles)

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