Caritas House Assisted Living is dedicated to providing compassionate care and personalized support for seniors aged 62 and older who require daily assistance and can no longer live independently. The community offers a residential setting designed to ensure residents feel respected, valued, and comfortable in their home environment. The monthly fee covers 24-hour care and includes a wide range of services such as nutritious meals, help with personal care, medication management, housekeeping, laundry, and diverse social activities. Every resident has a private studio apartment with a private bathroom, fostering a sense of privacy and dignity.
The care provided at Caritas House is overseen by a full-time registered nurse who is available on call around the clock to respond to both routine health needs and emergent situations. In addition, the healthcare team in the community provides ongoing oversight and is available to assess residents as needed. With amenities like two gas fireplaces and an enclosed garden, residents can enjoy communal areas that are both welcoming and relaxing. The community dining room serves as a hub for social interaction during meal times.
Caritas House places a strong emphasis on the holistic wellbeing of its residents, addressing not only their physical and mental health but also their social and spiritual needs. The community fosters this holistic care with a dedicated pastoral care program, which supports residents and their families as they transition into their new home. The program also provides ongoing spiritual care, with services like daily Mass at St. Elizabeth’s Chapel, weekly Protestant services, regular praying of the Rosary, and the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Special events and religious observances, including Ecumenical services during Advent and Lent, the Stations of the Cross every Friday during Lent, and monthly Mass of Anointing of the Sick, are held in the chapel. Spiritual support and guidance extend to the families and staff, with programs such as "Reminisce, Reflect, and Pray" and "Hour of Faith," which encourage discussion of scriptural and spiritual topics relevant to elders.
Caritas House is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-established senior community nestled on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore, adjacent to St. Agnes Hospital and just off Interstate-95. All of the 60 residential units at Caritas House are private, featuring a single room and private bath to ensure comfort and independence. The home environment is non-smoking, with smoking strictly prohibited on the grounds or inside the building.
The admissions process at Caritas House is thorough, and involves both medical and financial evaluations. Prospective residents undergo a detailed assessment that helps determine the level of assistance required for activities of daily living. As part of the admissions process, an individual nursing assessment is performed by the delegating nurse to ensure that Caritas House can meet each resident’s needs. The flat monthly rate can be paid from personal resources, and, for those eligible, Medicaid Waiver and Veterans Benefits are options for covering the costs, depending on room availability.
Life at Caritas House is enriched by a strong sense of community, pastoral presence, and a commitment to individualized care. The staff pays attention to the routines and preferences of each resident, encouraging visits from loved ones, and providing flexibility so residents can leave for outings, provided the staff is informed for planning purposes, especially with respect to medications. Seasonal and memorial services are held in remembrance of residents who have passed, and festive celebrations mark Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter within the chapel. These offerings reflect Caritas House’s mission to support the social, mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of every individual, providing reassurance and comfort to both residents and their families.
