Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, MD

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  • Interior

    A cozy lounge area with sofas, tables, and a fireplace.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a beige sofa, decorative pillows, and ambient lighting.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, lamp, and coffee table on a patterned rug.

  • Building

    A hospital entrance surrounded by landscaped greenery and a circular driveway.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with floral pillows and a vintage brass bed frame.

  • Trees

    A beautifully landscaped garden with a winding stone pathway surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

  • Windows

    A cozy kitchen corner with a small table, two chairs, and a window with yellow curtains.

  • Dining

    An elegantly arranged dining room with round tables and floral centerpieces.

  • Landscaping

    Aerial view of a large building complex surrounded by greenery.

  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen space with a microwave and sink.

  • Lighting

    A cozy sitting area with two patterned chairs, a small table with a lamp, and a dresser topped with a plant.

  • Garden

    A tranquil garden patio with wooden chairs and benches surrounded by lush plants and flowers.

  • Artwork

    A cozy lounge area with traditional furniture and artwork on the walls.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room with a dining area, featuring classic wooden furniture and a bookshelf, enhanced by a fireplace.

Pickersgill Retirement Community in Towson, MD

Pickersgill Retirement Community is an assisted living community in Towson, MD.

Information last verified:

615 Chestnut Avenue, Towson, MD 21204

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

4.2 from 138 reviews
5 stars
85
4 stars
22
3 stars
16
2 stars
3
1 stars
12

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Pickersgill Retirement Community Costs & Pricing

Picker'sgill Retirement Community offers a competitive pricing structure for its residents, particularly when compared to both Baltimore County and the broader Maryland state averages. For instance, the monthly cost of a studio at Picker'sgill is $2,880, which not only presents a significant savings against the county average of $3,654 but also undercuts the state average of $4,656 considerably. Similarly, one-bedroom units at Picker'sgill are priced at $3,000, again demonstrating affordability when juxtaposed with Baltimore County's average of $3,722 and Maryland's average of $3,904. This positioning highlights Picker'sgill as an attractive option for individuals seeking quality senior living without straining their financial resources.

Floor plansPickersgill Retirement CommunityBaltimore CountyMaryland
Studio$2,880$3,654$4,656
1 Bedroom$3,000$3,722$3,904

Overall Review of Pickersgill Retirement Community

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Mice and cleanliness concerns recur

Several residents report an ongoing mice problem and unsanitary conditions.

A recurring concern in the reviews is cleanliness, with multiple residents and families describing mice (and even stains or traps) in hallways or nearby areas. Some reviewers tie the pest issue to the overall quality of the environment and report feeling unsafe or disappointed with day-to-day conditions. A few other reviews describe the community as clean and well maintained, but the pest and cleanliness complaints show up often enough to be a clear caveat.

common 14 reviews mention this

Staff friendliness is commonly noted

Residents and families frequently describe staff as friendly and caring.

Across the reviews, many people describe staff members as kind, friendly, and supportive, including the care team and management. Several families also mention that staff helped with medication handling, included residents socially, and responded to needs in a way that reduced stress for families. While there are negative reviews about staff behavior, positive experiences with care and responsiveness are one of the most consistent themes.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Food quality is mixed

Dining reviews vary, with some calling meals disappointing.

Some reviewers praise the food as good, tasty, or generally satisfying. Others describe meals as inconsistent—such as being lukewarm, arriving late, or being more often bad than good. Even when the community is described as clean, the food appears to be a point where experiences diverge.

common 10 reviews mention this

Activities and social life stand out

Residents often mention activities that help them stay engaged.

Many reviews highlight a busy schedule with activities residents can choose to join, including outings and church services. Families also describe residents participating in groups and events (like exercise classes and card or book groups), and some say the activity options help improve quality of life. A smaller number of reviews mention gaps around activity information during a tour, but the overall theme is that there is an active social calendar.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high for some

Some reviews say the cost doesn’t match the value they expected.

A couple of reviewers comment on value, pointing out that the community can feel expensive or less inexpensive than it first appears once costs are considered across care levels. Even among positive experiences, one reviewer notes that for the price, they expected more room updates. Overall, pricing comes through as a concern for a subset of families rather than a universal complaint.

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

  • 138 resident community capacity 138 resident community capacity

Types of Care

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

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • 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
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • 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 common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • 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)
  • 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
  • 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
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

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

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • 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

The neighborhood in Towson, Maryland, offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. Within a short distance, there are several restaurants such as McDonald's and The Cheesecake Factory, providing options for dining out. Additionally, pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS are conveniently located for any medication needs. Nearby hospitals include GBMC and Sheppard Pratt Health System, ensuring quality healthcare services are easily accessible. For recreational activities, residents can visit parks like Lake Roland or Meadowood Regional Park for leisurely walks or outdoor gatherings. Public transportation options such as Lutherville Light Rail Station are available for easy travel around the area. Overall, this part of Towson provides a comfortable and convenient environment for seniors looking to settle down.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Subway (1 miles)
  • THB - Towson (1 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (1.1 miles)
  • THB Bagels & Deli of Timonium (1.8 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (2.2 miles)
  • Nautilus Diner (2.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of the Immaculate Conception (0.8 miles)
  • Brown Memorial Woodbrook Presbyterian Church (1.8 miles)
  • Church of the Nativity (1.9 miles)
  • St Demetrios Greek Ort (5.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.4 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Advanced Allergy & Asthma Center (0.9 miles)
  • Greater Baltimore Medical Center (1 miles)
  • O'Dea Building- St Josephs Hospital (1.4 miles)
  • Clinical Associates (1.4 miles)
  • Pediatric Partners (2.5 miles)
  • Dr Richard A. Adler, Belcara Health Ophthalmology (2.5 miles)
  • Maryland Pediatric Group: Winkelstein Amy L MD (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • GBMC (1 miles)
  • Sheppard Pratt Health System (1 miles)
  • Johns Hopkins Medicine at Green Spring Station (2.7 miles)
  • MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital (3.7 miles)
  • Lifebridge Health Campus Service (4 miles)
  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore (4.2 miles)
  • MedStar Union Memorial Hospital (5.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Towson And Xd (1.2 miles)

Transportation

  • Lutherville Light Rail Station (1.7 miles)
  • Penn Station (6.7 miles)

Parks

  • Rodgers Forge Tot Lot (2 miles)
  • Lake Roland (2.6 miles)
  • Meadowood Regional Park (2.6 miles)
  • Cromwell Valley Park (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park (4.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.6 miles)

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