Elternhaus Assisted Living is a residential senior living community located in Dayton, Maryland. The facility primarily provides assisted living care for older adults who require support with daily activities. In addition, Elternhaus offers senior living services, accommodating residents who want an independent lifestyle with access to care as needed. The community is situated in a rural setting, allowing residents access to outdoor spaces and gardens. Elternhaus has a limited capacity, enabling a small community setting that facilitates personalized attention and a family-style living environment.
The care and medical support at Elternhaus include comprehensive assistance with diabetes management, incontinence care, medication management, and ambulatory support. Staff are trained to monitor blood sugar levels, administer medications, and support dietary needs related to diabetes. Incontinence care is available, with caregivers providing discreet and thorough assistance. Medication management is closely supervised, helping ensure accurate administration and regular review by nursing staff. Ambulatory care and podiatry services are provided as part of a general healthcare coordination program, with outside professionals available for on-site visits where appropriate.
Assistance with activities of daily living at Elternhaus encompasses full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Staff members are available to provide one-to-one help as required to meet the needs of residents with varying physical or cognitive abilities. The facility is also equipped for memory care, supporting residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
Transportation services are available at Elternhaus Assisted Living for residents’ medical and non-medical needs. Transportation is provided at cost, enabling residents to attend doctor’s appointments, therapy visits, shopping, or other community outings as necessary. This service ensures that residents can maintain access to essential healthcare and participate in off-site activities as desired.
Family and resident feedback highlights the individualized care and strong communication practiced by staff, leadership, and particularly the director, whose regular involvement is noted as a source of reassurance for families. The small size of the facility is often cited as a positive attribute, affording a close-knit, home-like environment. Meal service is vegetarian, offered family-style, and complemented by organized activities and engagement opportunities. While the facility’s décor and amenities have been described as dated by some visitors, and activity variety for residents with higher needs is noted as limited, the prevailing feedback emphasizes attentive care, staff responsiveness, and the sense of safety within the community. As of June 2024, there are no recent notable changes reported regarding the facility.
Costs at this community start at $2,400 and range up to $8,200. The average price in the community is $5,300, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,133. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
