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New Start 2 in Windsor Mill, MD

New Start 2 is an assisted living community in Windsor Mill, MD.

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2809 Diamond Ridge Road, Apt 102, Windsor Mill, MD 21244

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4.6 from 119 reviews
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Overall Review of New Start 2

differentiator 63 reviews mention this

Maintenance feels prompt

Residents frequently describe maintenance as fast, efficient, and thorough.

A large share of reviews thank the maintenance team for getting work done quickly and communicating professionally while they fix issues. Multiple residents describe same-day or rapid turnarounds for repairs like clogged toilets, washers, AC problems, and lighting. Several also mention technicians taking time to explain what they’re doing or checking that items are working before leaving. That responsiveness shows up across both minor fixes and more urgent home issues.

common 28 reviews mention this

Leasing staff are helpful

Leasing and office staff are repeatedly described as friendly and informative.

Residents often single out leasing professionals for detailed tours and patient help with moving-in questions. Reviews describe staff members as welcoming, respectful, and proactive about explaining options. Several residents also thank the office team for assisting during transitions, including after stressful or urgent situations. In the reviews, the office experience tends to be more consistent than the maintenance-and-living experience for some residents.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Pest problems are a concern

Some reviews raise concerns about ongoing pest issues.

While many reviews are positive, a couple of residents say they have had pest problems that affected their comfort in the home. One review mentions being concerned about bugs after move-in and describes cleanliness issues inside the unit. Another review calls out roaches and rodents and says they’re still having infestation problems. These comments stand out because they describe issues that go beyond isolated repair requests.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Communication can fall short

A few reviews describe frustration with responsiveness from management.

Some residents describe feeling dismissed or not taken seriously when issues were reported. One review says maintenance kept patching a stove rather than resolving the underlying problem and that the leasing office stopped answering calls. Another review criticizes customer service and describes a negative interaction with a manager. Together, these comments suggest that follow-through and communication don’t always match residents’ expectations.

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Features

Housing

  • 3 resident community capacity 3 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

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
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Baltimore-Washington International (12 miles away) Baltimore-Washington International (12 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • 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

Located in Windsor Mill, Maryland, this area offers convenient access to a variety of essential services and amenities for senior living. With several pharmacies within a few miles, accessing medications and health supplies is convenient. In addition, there are reputable physicians nearby for medical care, including specialists in eye care, cardiovascular health, orthopedics, and obstetrics/gynecology. The surrounding area also offers a selection of restaurants and cafes for dining options, as well as parks for recreational activities and outdoor enjoyment. Hospitals and healthcare facilities are easily accessible for any medical needs that may arise. Furthermore, there is a movie theater for entertainment and places of worship for spiritual fulfillment. Overall, this area provides a range of resources to support a comfortable and fulfilling lifestyle for seniors.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Rite Aid (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.7 miles)
  • Seven Mile Market (3.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Omni Eye Specialists (1 miles)
  • Brenner, Arnold, Md - Brenner & Mitnick (2.1 miles)
  • Baltimore Heart Associates (2.2 miles)
  • Saint Agnes Medical Group: Maryland Cardiovascular Specialists - Catonsville (3.3 miles)
  • University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute (3.4 miles)
  • Dr Kelman Office (4.3 miles)
  • St Paul Place Specialist OB GYN (4.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Corinthian Lounge & Restaurant (1.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
  • Tom's Sports Tavern (3.5 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (4 miles)
  • The Trolley Stop (4.5 miles)
  • Phoenix Upper Main (4.6 miles)

Parks

  • Patapsco Valley State Park (2.7 miles)
  • Northwest Regional Park (5.4 miles)
  • David Force Park (5.6 miles)
  • Lake Roland (7 miles)
  • Centennial Park (7.1 miles)
  • Centennial Park (7.9 miles)
  • Meadowood Regional Park (8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5 miles)
  • Tous Les Jours (5.1 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.6 miles)
  • Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park (7.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Spring Grove Hospital Center (5.2 miles)
  • Sheppard Pratt Health System (5.2 miles)
  • Lifebridge Health Campus Service (5.5 miles)
  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore (5.9 miles)
  • Bon Secours Health System (7 miles)
  • Johns Hopkins Medicine at Green Spring Station (8.1 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Owings Mills 17 (5.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Bridgeway Community Church - Owings Mills/Reisterstown Campus (7.2 miles)
  • Bridgeway Community Church (7.6 miles)

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