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Memory care in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills is about $7,042 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 86 communities, read 1292 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My 90 year old aunt has been a resident in the Edwards Building for nearly three years and she could not be happier. She loves the food and eats better than she ever did when she lived alone. She tells me...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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The Robert Edwards Building opened its doors in 1990. The mission of Homecrest House is to provide seniors of limited income with subsidized supportive, affordable housing in order to maintain independence and quality of life. Our staff has over 30 years of experience in the care for the elderly....
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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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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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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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 the Sylvestery, we believe that for those with dementia, every moment of the day is an opportunity to experience meaning and comfort. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS is the philosophy behind the specialized interactive programs to provide cognitive and physical engagement to the...
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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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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.
Set along the Potomac River and minutes from Georgetown, The Fitzgerald of Palisades offers a best-of-both-worlds lifestyle that’s easily accessible to Palisades’ charming main street corridor and all that Washington D.C. has to offer. Come tour with us today!
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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
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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.
The Trillium at Tysons: Redefining Retirement Living with Approachable EleganceWelcome to The Trillium, where retirement living is elevated through impeccable design, personalized service, and a seamless blend of hospitality and care. Having first welcomed residents in August of 2024, The...
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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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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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...
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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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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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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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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
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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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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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
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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.
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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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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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 Fairway Hills, MD

The average cost of senior living in Fairway Hills is $7,042 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $6,899 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fairway Hills, MD vs. nearby cities

Fairway Hills, MD
$7,042/mo
$7,042/mo
$7,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fairway Hills, MD vs. the state and national average

Fairway Hills, MD
$7,042/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Fairway Hills vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$7,042/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Fairway Hills, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$6,151/mo
Studio
$7,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,647/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,225/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Fairway Hills over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Fairway Hills

Recent reviews for memory care in Fairway Hills

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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews praise the kind and attentive nature of the staff in various communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Chevy Chase, the staff goes above and beyond to help residents and their families, and is consistently described as compassionate and understanding. At Sunrise of Vienna, Sunris ...
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Tailored care for individual needs. Several reviews mention the customized care that residents receive at different communities. For example, at Artis Senior Living of Potomac, staff at Artis Senior Living of Potomac are commended for their deep understanding of the varied needs of dementia-affected residents and their ability t ...
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Communication with families and loved ones. Clear and frequent communication between families and staff is a common theme in positive reviews. For example, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Arden Courts of Potomac keeps families informed through various channels, such as the Smile app, and residents' loved on ...
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Numerous reviews mention the warm and inviting atmosphere at the communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Fairfax, Sunrise of Falls Church is described as a fantastic place with wonderful staff who treat residents as family. Similarly, at Artis Senior Living of Potomac, Artis Senior Living o ...
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Personalized activity programs. Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests are a highlight for many families. For example, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Arden Courts of Potomac staff organizes a variety of activities to keep residents active and involved. At Sunrise of Vienna, Sunr ...
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Effective management and care. Well-managed communities with competent caregivers are a priority for many families. For instance, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, the layout of the facility is effective for residents' needs, and staff members are attentive to their care. At Arden Courts A Pr ...
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Fairway Hills review score based on 379 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 379 reviews of 71 Fairway Hills memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fairway Hills 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

Fairway Hills review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Fairway Hills, MD71 facilities
8.6
Glen Echo, MD85 facilities
8.5
Somerset, MD82 facilities

Review subcategories for Fairway Hills 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 379 reviews of 71 Fairway Hills memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fairway Hills 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
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
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Fairway Hills memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairway Hills memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairway Hills, 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 Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills 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
78.9%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.9%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.6%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills 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
80.3%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.1%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.9%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills 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%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.2%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
66.2%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.4%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40.8%
19.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.4%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
57.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairway Hills 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 Fairway Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.7%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.7%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.6%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.1%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.2%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.4%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.2%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.4%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
49.3%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.1%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 86 memory care facilities near Fairway Hills, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Fairway Hills, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Potomac Place and Sunrise of Mt Vernon. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 86 memory care facilities near you in Fairway Hills, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fairway Hills, 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 Fairway Hills, 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 Fairway Hills, Maryland ranges from $51 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in Fairway Hills, Maryland is $7,042. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Fairway Hills, Maryland typically starts at $51. 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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