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Memory care in Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights is about $6,926 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 283 communities, read 7496 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Sunrise at Silas Burke House
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.4
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33 reviews
8.4
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The campus is extremely well laid out for accessibility and everyday living. It is cheerfully appointed and clean. The staff is very professional, highly competent, and friendly. [name removed] and [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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4545 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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15 reviews
8.4
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5 star
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The staff turnover after merger impacted some of these scores. However, what we like the most about the community is that it is one of the most beautiful buildings and surroundings we've seen - incredibly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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44 Floor plans available
8.4
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54 reviews
8.4
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For all eight, I would rate them a five! I would say there needs to be a little bit of tightening up on the cleanliness of the private room for the resident. There were times where my mother's floor was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Viva Senior Living at Stafford is tucked away in a charming residential neighborhood only 8 miles from Quantico and 10 miles from Fredericksburg. You’ll discover all the advantages of small town living surrounded by an active community. We offer both assisted living and memory care services—and...
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8.4
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27 reviews
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Reflections A Senior Living Community truly it is a very nice facility...it is just small and not easy to get around if you are in a wheelchair.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Reflections - A Senior Living Community is a Bed & Breakfast style community located in the quaint, historic town of Leesburg, VA. We are conveniently located to many unique shops and restaurants; the Leesburg Premium Outlets are also within a few minutes' drive. Washington Dulles Internation...
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8.4
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8.4
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What we like the most abut the community is that The Day to day staff was outstanding. They were accommodating to my dad. Yes, we would recommend Benchmark at Alexandria to other families based on the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of Charter Senior Living Towson
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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71 reviews
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The staff are kind and the memory care director is wonderful. They are very patient and understanding with the residents and family members. The facility is being renovated and will look great when finished.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Charter Senior Living of Towson you will enjoy the warmth of home, the comfort of family and the convenience of exceptional service. Our Assisted Living promotes choice, dignity, privacy, independence and individuality, but more importantly, our community means vibrant, engaging and fun...
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66 reviews
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The staff really is very dedicated. They went out of their way to help my dad. I also saw that they went out of their way to help one of our family friends who had a neurological disease and was losing...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Situated northwest of Washington, D.C., Tribute at One Loudoun rests out among the rolling hills in at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a full spectrum of assisted living and memory care services, the community provides a comfortable home where residents can thrive. Experienced...
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8.3
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The only issue I have is that they have not hung my mom's pictures on the wall yet. I would recommend others and my mom loves it there. and that is all I cared about.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Cogir of Alexandria FillmoreBeautifully situated in a private, meticulously landscaped setting surrounded by lovely gardens, walkways, and towering trees, this newly remodeled, charming community offers gracious amenities, modern convenience, and exceptional individualized care and...
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It's an excellent facility. The food is good, the facility is clean, and overall smells good. They were very helpful answering questions although some information was miscommunicated. The staff is helpful...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Photo of Sunrise of Alexandria
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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38 reviews
8.2
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I like the community's location, the staff's attention to my family members, the way they dispense and monitor medications, the activities available on a daily basis, and the regularly provided square meals....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Fredericksburg
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.2
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22 reviews
8.2
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The staff is very friendly and patient. The location is great. [name removed] says he does not like the food but he always cleans his plate.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community and Fredericksburg's premier Assisted Living residence! In our beautiful, home-like setting, located less than two miles from Olde Towne, Mary Washington Hospital and Interstate 95, you will find 24-hour nursing, respectful caregivers,...
Photo of Sunrise of Arlington VA
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Absolutely the best place for my mom. She loved the staff! Everyone from the ED to the caretakers are amazing. They are kind, caring, gentle, and fun. They made the last months of my mom's easy. I highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Sunrise of Arlington in Northern Virginia, we’re proud of our history. We are the first Sunrise mansion built—complete with country-style porches. Our intimate community features comfortable surroundings with access to city life in a secluded, quiet park setting. Our experienced and...
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88 Floor plans available
8.1
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32 reviews
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The whole team is expectational. I know my father is being cared for my a team that looks at their residents as family. My dad is thriving and being his best self under their care.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Morningside House of Fredericksburg is located in Fredericksburg, VA, Spotsylvania County, just 53 miles south of Washington DC. The community is conveniently located to Central Park Shopping Center and near Quantico Marine Corps Base.Residents of Morningside House of Fredericksburg enjoy private...
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99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.1
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Celebration of Mansrea feedback: friendly marketing person, [name removed]. She was excellent and responsive. Easy to work with. She was very kind to my mother.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Celebration Villa of Manresa is an assisted living community in Annapolis, Maryland. At Celebration Villa, our focus is to support our residents’ independence and overall wellness. We treat all residents as respected members of our family. We understand the importance of our residents having a...
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Photo of Sunrise of Bluemont Park
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.1
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I'm writing this for my cousin who is located in the independent wing of sunrise. It's taken her 2 months to get used to the place. She's starting to become more self sufficient in dealing with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Our 35 year mission at Sunrise Senior Living has been to champion the quality of life for all seniors. Our approach is simple; resident centered care. This approach helps seniors live the life they want to live by providing options to meet their individual needs and wishes. Sunrise offers a...
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
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103 reviews
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The staff is very caring and considerate. They truly have the residents best interest. Their passion is evident in the community and it makes it a joy to be here. The employees hold a high level of respect...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience Senior Care at Paul SpringNestled on 12 acres just south of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, Paul Spring stands out as a premier assisted senior living community in the Mount Vernon area. Just a short drive from Washington, D.C., our senior housing has offered a blend of Independent...
Photo of Malta House
22 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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All categories get a 5 except for #6 food. That would be 3-4 based on what my cousin has said about it. Overall, Malta House has been an excellent choice for her. This is a small community and the staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Inspir Embassy Row
66 Photos available
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He loves the therapies and exercise classes, especially for Parkinson's. Also, he says the food is great. He feels very well taken care of. The only thing I'd add is that the manager is not very responsive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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What we like the most about Grand Oaks is the friendliness of staff, Multilingual staff providing care, Options for tailored care, Proximity to hospital and option for Concierge medical care. Yes we would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Grand Oaks is located on the campus of Sibley Memorial Hospital. It is close to Georgetown, Bethesda and just minutes from the Potomac River and the Virginia Suburbs. Our residents feel inspired in their spacious, light filled apartments, dine in elegance with delicious meals and remain active...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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77 Photos available
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The staff are very caring and patient. The administration could use some training on long term care insurance. The activities are numerous but could be tailored for all capabilities. The chef accommodates...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The choice to commit to an assisted living facility for a loved one’s care can be a verystressful decision. This decision is more difficult during a pandemic such as COVID-19.Evermore Senior Living provides an upscalequality lifestyle in the comfort of a singlestory home. As a Residential...
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I visited my sister over the weekend for her birthday in memory care.. They had a celebration party, music, food and decorations. The staff is the friendliest and most attentive to all residents. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Modena Reserve Bethesda raises the bar for Assisted Living and Memory Care in the upscale urban suburb of Bethesda, Maryland. Expect an experience like no other, with unrivaled service and care of the highest quality. Best-in-class dining, gorgeous amenities, and convenient proximity to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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My parents needed a place to age gracefully after staying with us for over two years, we began our search for the perfect senior living facility. Many of the places we visited were quite large and somewhat...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Brightview Great FallsGreat Falls, Fairfax County, Virginia, is located right next to a scenic National Park, providing residents of Brightview Great Falls assisted living community with abundant natural beauty in a historical setting. Named for the Great Falls of the Potomac River, this...
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From the director to the head nurses and the staff down the line, everyone made us feel like family. It's a lovely, quiet, gentle, place to live and for my husband who had cancer, to die. Everyone was...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of memory care in Brandywine Heights, MD

The average cost of senior living in Brandywine Heights is $6,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesapeake Beach, MD with an average of $6,222 per month.

Memory care costs in Brandywine Heights, MD, vs. nearby cities

Brandywine Heights, MD
$6,926/mo
$7,350/mo

Memory care costs in Brandywine Heights, MD, vs. state and national averages

Brandywine Heights, MD
$6,926/mo
U.S. national average
$5,015/mo

Memory care costs in Brandywine Heights, MD, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,926/mo

Memory care costs in Brandywine Heights, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,261/mo
Studio
$8,813/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,413/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,427/mo

Senior living costs in Brandywine Heights 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: Brandywine Heights, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrandywine Heights, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$6,926/mo$6,402/mo$5,015/mo
Assisted Living$5,603/mo$5,433/mo$4,753/mo
Independent Living$4,967/mo$4,025/mo$4,212/mo
Memory Care
Brandywine Heights, MD:$6,926/mo
Maryland:$6,402/mo
U.S.:$5,015/mo
Assisted Living
Brandywine Heights, MD:$5,603/mo
Maryland:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,753/mo
Independent Living
Brandywine Heights, MD:$4,967/mo
Maryland:$4,025/mo
U.S.:$4,212/mo
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Memory care costs in Brandywine Heights, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Brandywine Heights 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Brandywine Heights, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Brandywine Heights 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
Brandywine Heights, MD$7,761/mo$7,520/mo+3.2%
Maryland$7,535/mo$7,121/mo+5.8%
National$6,485/mo$6,147/mo+5.5%
Brandywine Heights, MD
2024 average cost:$7,761/mo
2023 average cost:$7,520/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,535/mo
2023 average cost:$7,121/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Brandywine Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in Brandywine Heights

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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Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff members. Many reviews praise the compassionate and attentive nature of the staff at various communities. For example, at Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, several residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term friendships they've developed with the community's caregi ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activities are a key feature for memory care residents, with families reporting a wide range of offerings at different communities. At Olney Memory Care by Artis, the memory care unit has a focus on activities tailored to meet the needs of those with memory impairments.
Personalized care for individual residents. Several reviews highlight the personal approach taken by caregivers to ensure each resident receives individualized attention, such as at Potomac Courts, where staff members adapt to the unique needs of each resident and make them feel valued.
Thorough and consistent communication. Families appreciate clear and regular communication from staff to keep them informed of their loved ones' progress and care, like at Symphony Manor, where staff members proactively update families on their loved ones' activities and milestones.
Quality food and dining experiences. Quality food is a priority for many residents and their families, and several communities are noted for their excellent dining experiences. At Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, for instance, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes ...
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Attentiveness to residents' physical and emotional needs. Residents and their families frequently comment on how well their needs are met, both physically and emotionally. At Legacy Ridge, the staff adapts to residents' changing needs as their dementia progresses, ensuring they receive the appropriate care and attention.
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Brandywine Heights review score based on 1,691 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1691 reviews of 260 Brandywine Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brandywine Heights 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

Brandywine Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Brandywine Heights, MD260 facilities
8.7
Melwood, MD48 facilities
8.7
Andrews AFB, MD10 facilities

Review subcategories for Brandywine Heights 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 1,691 reviews of 260 Brandywine Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Brandywine Heights 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.
Brandywine Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
3.9
4.1
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.6
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Brandywine Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brandywine Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brandywine Heights, 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 Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brandywine Heights, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
81.2%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75.9%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.1%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.9%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50.2%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.7%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brandywine Heights, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.2%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.2%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.4%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.3%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brandywine Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.9%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
70.9%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.3%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
47.9%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brandywine Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.2%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.1%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.8%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brandywine Heights 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 Brandywine Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brandywine Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.8%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.9%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.1%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.4%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
76.2%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
54.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in Brandywine Heights

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 Brandywine Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Brandywine Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 283 memory care facilities near Brandywine Heights, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Brandywine Heights, Maryland are Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community and The Skybridge at Town Center. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 283 memory care facilities near you in Brandywine Heights, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Brandywine Heights, Maryland, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Brandywine Heights, Maryland, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Brandywine Heights, Maryland ranges from $100 to $22500. The average Memory Care cost in Brandywine Heights, Maryland is $6,926. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Brandywine Heights, Maryland typically starts at $100. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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