Maryland Home Care

Home Care in Baltimore City, MD

Cottage provides non-medical home care in Baltimore City. We support seniors, adults with disabilities, children with chronic conditions, and families who need help every day. Our caregivers assist with bathing, dressing, and meals. They also support daily routines. We serve Hampden, Roland Park, Canton, Fells Point, Federal Hill, and nearby neighborhoods. We explain Maryland Community First Choice, the Community Options Waiver, and private pay. This helps families understand their options early. Many families reach out after a hospital stay. Others reach out when a parent needs more help at home. Our care team explains the next step. We answer your questions along the way.

Towns we cover

  • Hampden
  • Roland Park
  • Canton
  • Fells Point
  • Federal Hill
  • Charles Village
  • Cherry Hill

Care is also available in other neighborhoods throughout Baltimore City.

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Our services

Services in Baltimore City

Everyday support that helps your family member stay safe at home.

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  • 24/7 Care

    Round-the-clock support for families who need someone present day and night.

  • Bathing & Toileting

    Hands-on help with bathing and toileting that respects privacy and routine.

  • Companionship

    A caregiver who visits, listens, and keeps your family member engaged.

  • Dementia Support

    Patient, non-medical support built around the habits a person already knows.

  • Disability Support

    Everyday help so adults with disabilities can stay in their own home safely.

  • Grooming & Hygiene

    Help with hair, shaving, and daily hygiene, done with patience and respect.

  • Light Housekeeping

    Tidying, laundry, and dishes handled alongside personal care, so the home stays comfortable.

  • Meal Prep

    Meals prepared around the person's preferences, routines, and household needs.

  • Medication Reminders

    A caregiver who reminds your family member to take medication on schedule.

  • Personal Care

    Everyday help with dressing, mobility, and other basic daily needs.

  • Safety Supervision

    A caregiver stays nearby during daily routines. This adds supervision and support when safety is a concern.

  • Transitions of Care

    Steady, non-medical support as someone settles back home after a hospital stay.

What's available depends on your needs, your care plan, and caregiver availability.

Who we help

Families We're Proud to Help

  • Older adults in Baltimore City who want to remain safely at home with support for daily routines.
  • Adults with disabilities who need dependable personal assistance at home.
  • People returning home after a hospital stay, rehabilitation stay, or surgery.
  • Families exploring non-medical home care in Baltimore City for the first time.
  • People searching for home care near them in Baltimore City neighborhoods.
  • Children with chronic conditions who could use extra non-medical support at home too.
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Why Cottage

Why Families Choose Us

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  1. We know Maryland home care.

    Our team knows the home-care paths Maryland families explore, including Community First Choice, the Community Options Waiver, and private pay. We explain each one in clear language. This helps your family see what may apply to you.

  2. We build a plan around you.

    Every family is different. We start by asking about your schedule, your routine, and what your family member needs. From there, we build a care plan around your household, not a generic package.

  3. Our caregivers are carefully chosen.

    Caregivers go through Cottage's screening process before joining a family's care team. Our team then considers the person's support needs, routine, schedule, and preferences when identifying an appropriate match.

  4. We help you understand your options.

    Families may be considering Maryland Medicaid. Others consider private pay. Some are looking at another care pathway. Our team explains the available options and the next steps in clear language. This helps you make an informed decision.

  5. Licensed in Maryland.

    Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC holds RSA License No. 02496. We are licensed as a residential service agency. This license comes from the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality. It covers the non-medical personal care we provide to Baltimore City families.

What Maryland families say about home care

Real stories from patients and caregivers who chose Cottage Home Care Maryland

  • Maria Sanchez: I'm proud to work with Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC. Whether I'm assisting a CFC client or a Private Pay family, the agency ensures we have the resources to provide top-notch care. It's a supportive environment for staff and patients alike.
  • Robert Mitchell: Navigating the Community First Choice (CFC) program seemed complicated until I called Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC. They handled the paperwork and set me up with excellent care. I'm grateful to stay in my own home comfortably.
  • Sarah Jenkins: As a caregiver here, I appreciate how Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC manages the Community Options and CFC cases. The communication is excellent, and they truly match us with patients where we can make the biggest difference.
  • Harold Thompson: Cottage Home Care Maryland LLC goes above and beyond. From explaining the CFC benefits to ensuring my home care schedule works for me, they have been professional and caring every step of the way.

Coverage & programs

Home Care Near You in Baltimore City

Cottage serves families across Baltimore City, from Hampden and Roland Park to Canton, Fells Point, Federal Hill, and surrounding neighborhoods. We also serve Charles Village, Highlandtown, and Cherry Hill. Care happens in the person's own home, not in an office visit. Some families use a Maryland Medicaid program to pay for care. Others choose to pay privately instead. Either way, care is built around the household's schedule and daily needs. Our team can explain which option may fit your family and answer any questions you have.

Baltimore City

Maryland Community First Choice (CFC)

Community First Choice is a Maryland Medicaid program that can provide home- and community-based supports to eligible participants. This support can happen at home or in the community. It can include personal assistance with everyday activities. This includes help with bathing and dressing. It is part of an authorized plan. In some cases, a qualifying family member or trusted individual may provide paid support. This depends on program rules. Maryland decides who is eligible. Our team can explain Cottage’s services. We can also explain the next steps.

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Community Options Waiver

The Community Options Waiver is a Maryland Medicaid program. It is for eligible adults. These are adults who need a nursing facility level of care. It lets them stay at home or in the community instead. Maryland decides who is eligible. People applying from the community can join the Community Options Waiver Registry. This happens through Maryland Access Point. Once services are approved, our team can explain how Cottage’s services may fit the plan.

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Private-Pay Home Care

Private pay gives Baltimore City families a flexible way to arrange non-medical home care. It is built around your schedule and support needs. Families can discuss preferred care hours. They can also discuss the type of everyday support needed. Care can change over time as needs change. This option can work well for extra hours, short-term support, or ongoing care. Our team can discuss scheduling and current availability with your family.

Learn about Private Pay

Not sure which option fits your family? Call (667) 400-0648 to talk with our care team about your needs and the next step.

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How it works

Getting Started Is Simple

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    Tell us what you need.

    Share your family member's care needs, daily schedule, and any concerns you have right now.

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    Explore your options.

    We explain Maryland Medicaid programs and private pay. This helps you understand what may fit your situation.

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    Start care with confidence.

    Once a plan is confirmed, our team sets up scheduling based on your family's needs and current availability.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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Non-medical home care covers everyday support. This includes bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting. It also includes meals and company. Housekeeping and medication reminders are part of it too. So is safety supervision. This is different from skilled nursing or clinical care. Our team can explain which home-care services may fit your family's needs.

Yes, Cottage provides senior home care throughout Baltimore City. This includes Hampden, Roland Park, Canton, Federal Hill, Charles Village, Cherry Hill, and Mount Washington. Care is delivered in the person's own home, not at an office. Contact our team to discuss care availability at your address.

Home-care cost in Baltimore City depends on the number of care hours, the schedule, the type of support, and the payment method. Our team can review your family's care needs. We can then explain the private-pay and program-based options that may apply.

Maryland Medicaid may cover certain home care services for eligible Baltimore City residents. This can happen through Community First Choice. For CFC, you must need an institutional level of care. You must also live in a community setting. You must have full Medicaid too. Maryland decides who is eligible. Our team can help your family understand the next steps.

Certain Maryland programs may allow this. A qualifying family member or trusted individual may provide paid support. Community First Choice is one example. This depends on the participant's service model. It also depends on the caregiver's role. Maryland's program rules apply too. Our team can explain Cottage's caregiver options. We can also explain what may apply to your family.

Yes, non-medical home care can help. It supports someone as they settle back into daily routines. This can include help with bathing, dressing, grooming, and meals. It can also include light mobility support and household tasks. Safety supervision is included too. Our team can explain how this support fits alongside any clinical care already in place.

Cottage serves neighborhoods throughout Baltimore City. This includes Hampden, Roland Park, Mount Washington, Charles Village, Canton, Fells Point, Federal Hill, Locust Point, Highlandtown, Park Heights, Waverly, and Cherry Hill. Contact our team to confirm care availability at your address.

Start by contacting Cottage and sharing your family member’s care needs. From there, our team reviews the right services, payment or program options, and scheduling with you. Care scheduling is confirmed based on the care plan and current availability.

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