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Memory care in Bel Air Acres offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bel Air Acres is about $6,960 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 264 communities, read 6578 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Spring Arbor Cottage of Fredericksburg offers a small, secure environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Our two intimate neighborhoods are complimented by inviting gathering spaces, a large breakfast bar, and peaceful outdoor courtyards. We take a...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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Charming place, like home. Rooms furnished nicely with large private baths. The staff and administrator are exceptional. Every time I enter to visit love one, the place is immaculate, smelling fresh and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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It's been an adjustment, she's cute, she likes it and she likes the people but she said they make you feel a little "o-l-d." She has been participating in the activities, she likes it there, they're great....
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Welcome to Meadow Glen of Leesburg! Meadow Glen is Loudoun County's premiere assisted living community. It offers an intimate home-like setting centered around a beautiful 150-year old farmhouse. Meadow Glen accommodates just 40 residents in 37 suites. With one-story construction, residents...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in Bel Air Acres, MD

The average cost of senior living in Bel Air Acres is $6,960 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesapeake Beach, MD with an average of $6,222 per month.

Memory care costs in Bel Air Acres, MD, vs. nearby cities

Bel Air Acres, MD
$6,960/mo
$7,270/mo
$7,018/mo

Memory care costs in Bel Air Acres, MD, vs. state and national averages

Bel Air Acres, MD
$6,960/mo
U.S. national average
$4,972/mo

Memory care costs in Bel Air Acres, MD, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,960/mo

Memory care costs in Bel Air Acres, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,976/mo
Studio
$7,267/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,896/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,831/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,333/mo

Senior living costs in Bel Air Acres vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Bel Air Acres, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBel Air Acres, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$6,960/mo$6,326/mo$4,972/mo
Assisted Living$5,572/mo$5,388/mo$4,718/mo
Independent Living$4,796/mo$3,993/mo$4,176/mo
Memory Care
Bel Air Acres, MD:$6,960/mo
Maryland:$6,326/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
Assisted Living
Bel Air Acres, MD:$5,572/mo
Maryland:$5,388/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Independent Living
Bel Air Acres, MD:$4,796/mo
Maryland:$3,993/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Memory care costs in Bel Air Acres, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Bel Air Acres and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Bel Air Acres, MDMD stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Bel Air Acres, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Bel Air Acres have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bel Air Acres, MD$8,017/mo$7,827/mo+2.4%
Maryland$7,617/mo$7,235/mo+5.3%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Bel Air Acres, MD
2024 average cost:$8,017/mo
2023 average cost:$7,827/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,617/mo
2023 average cost:$7,235/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Bel Air Acres

Recent reviews for memory care in Bel Air Acres

Waltonwood Ashburn

4.6
My loved one is a resident at Waltonwood Ashburn. The staff is very friendly and approachable. The care associates are very capable and handle the residents very well. The food is good, or so my loved one says. Communication with the family is open, they are always available to answer questions ...
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Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and compassionate staff. Reviews from multiple communities, such as Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, and Sunrise of Vienna, highlight the exceptional kindness and caring nature of the staff. Residents and their families express appreciation for the genuine con ...
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Customized activities based on residents' interests. Communities like Waltonwood Ashburn, Potomac Courts, and Olney Memory Care by Artis offer a range of tailored activities to engage residents. These activities cater to individual interests and foster socialization and overall well-being.
Thoughtful communication with families. Frequent and detailed communication between staff and families is a common theme in reviews for communities like Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Potomac Courts, and The Providence Fairfax. Staff members prioritize keeping families informed and involved in their loved ones' ...
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Individually adapted care plans. Resident-centered care is a top priority at communities such as Tall Oaks Assisted Living, Morningside House of Friendship, and Tribute at Melford. Staff members work closely with residents to create customized care plans that cater to each individual's unique needs and preferences.
Highly rated food and dining experiences. Reviews from communities like Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Chevy Chase, and Olney Memory Care by Artis reveal the significant role food plays in residents' overall satisfaction with their living arrangements. Chefs accommodate dietary restrictions and indivi ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Communities such as Legacy Ridge, Sunrise of Arlington VA, and Heritage Village Gainesville are praised for their clean, well-maintained spaces. Residents appreciate the upkeep of both interior and exterior areas, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment.
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Bel Air Acres review score based on 1,501 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 1501 reviews of 243 Bel Air Acres memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bel Air Acres review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bel Air Acres review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Bel Air Acres, MD243 facilities
9.0
Bensville, MD8 facilities
8.7
La Plata, MD246 facilities

Review subcategories for Bel Air Acres memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,501 reviews of 243 Bel Air Acres memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bel Air Acres resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Bel Air Acres memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bel Air Acres memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bel Air Acres, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bel Air Acres memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bel Air Acres that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
79.8%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
48.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.4%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.2%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bel Air Acres memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bel Air Acres Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.4%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.7%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bel Air Acres memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bel Air Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
68.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.5%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
45.7%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Bel Air Acres memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bel Air Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
63.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.9%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
60.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bel Air Acres memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bel Air Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
71.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.7%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.4%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
74.5%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
52.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.6%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.4%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Bel Air Acres

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Maryland memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Bel Air Acres protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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