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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in District Heights, MD
Memory care in District 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 District Heights is about $7,051 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 32 communities, read 262 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Cost of memory care in District Heights, MD
The average cost of senior living in District Heights is $7,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Marlboro, MD with an average of $6,529 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in District Heights
Recent reviews for memory care in District Heights
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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Arbor Terrace Senior Living in Lanham, MD
4.9
From day one of them literally rolling out the red carpet - Arbor Terrace has provided exceptional care for Mom …. Mom’s room is always clean and well kept - they keep the her in engaged with various activities (the staff recently got Mom all dressed and dolled up and I was able to take her to ...
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Aarondale Community in Springfield, VA
5.0
The staff at Aarondale community is great, we are very happy with the care services our loved one as been receiving. They have done an amazing job with containing COVID. Its not a very large community, and for a good part of the spring and into the summer the residents had to stay in their ...
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District Heights review score based on 52 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 52 reviews of 24 District Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The District 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
District Heights review score compared against nearby cities
8.5
District Heights, MD24 facilities
8.6
Capitol Heights, MD36 facilities
8.6
Morningside, MD24 facilities
Review subcategories for District 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 52 reviews of 24 District Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare District 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.District Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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District Heights memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in District Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in District 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 District 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 District Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
37.5%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.8%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in District 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 District Heights 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
45.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in District 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 District Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.2%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in District 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 District Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in District 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 District Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.2%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna are the top-rated memory care facilities near District Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 32 memory care facilities near District Heights, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in District Heights, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 32 memory care facilities near you in District 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 District 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 District 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 District Heights, Maryland ranges from $100 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in District Heights, Maryland is $7,051. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in District 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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