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Memory care in Discovery 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 Discovery is about $8,359 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 307 communities, read 7726 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Frederick, Gaithersburg and Hagerstown.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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Photo of Mary Marshall Assisted Living Residence
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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.
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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Overall I think they do a good job at Woodbine. The facility itself is a bit worn down, but they keep it very clean and nice looking. The care staff here are all very friendly and professional. They seem to...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of The Village at Kelly Drive
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Imagine Living amidst 350 wooded country acres……in a community that can comfortably address your needs for the rest of your life…in a setting unlike any other you’ve ever seen.Welcome to Green Ridge Village, a continuing care retirement community offering independent and assisted living as well...

Cost of memory care in Discovery, MD

The average cost of senior living in Discovery is $8,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hagerstown, MD with an average of $6,803 per month.

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

Discovery, MD
$8,359/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,359/mo

Memory care costs in Discovery, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,148/mo
Studio
$8,897/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,488/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,354/mo

Senior living costs in Discovery 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: Discovery, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDiscovery, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$8,359/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Discovery, MD:$8,359/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Discovery, MD:$7,071/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Discovery, MD:$4,581/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Discovery, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Discovery 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 Discovery, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Discovery 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 average 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
Discovery, MD$7,769/mo$7,472/mo+4.0%
Maryland$7,436/mo$7,380/mo+0.8%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Discovery, MD
2024 average cost:$7,769/mo
2023 average cost:$7,472/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,436/mo
2023 average cost:$7,380/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Discovery

Recent reviews for memory care in Discovery

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

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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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Discovery review score based on 1,575 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1575 reviews of 307 Discovery memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Discovery 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

Discovery review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Discovery, MD307 facilities
8.0
Hagerstown, MD37 facilities
8.4
Eldersburg, MD312 facilities

Review subcategories for Discovery 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 1,575 reviews of 307 Discovery memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Discovery 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.
Discovery, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.6
Meals & dining
3.0
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
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Discovery memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Discovery memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Discovery, 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 Discovery 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 Discovery that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Discovery, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.8%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.2%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.5%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Discovery 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 Discovery Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Discovery, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.4%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Discovery 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 Discovery partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Discovery, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
60.4%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
42.2%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Discovery 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 Discovery communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Discovery, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.1%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
52.6%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Discovery 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 Discovery offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Discovery, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.7%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
45.1%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.6%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Discovery

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 Discovery 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 Kensington, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Discovery, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 307 memory care facilities near Discovery, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Discovery, Maryland are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Morningside House of Friendship. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 307 memory care facilities near you in Discovery, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Discovery, 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 Discovery, 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 Discovery, Maryland ranges from $$2,800 to $$18,780. The average Memory Care cost in Discovery, Maryland is $8,359. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Discovery, Maryland typically starts at $$2,800. 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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