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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fairwood, MD

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If your loved one needs memory care in Fairwood, A Place for Mom can help. With 13 memory care facilities in Fairwood, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Fairwood incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Fairwood memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Fairwood, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Kent, Potomac Heights and The Palisades.
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What our family likes the most about Harmony at Enterprise is the overall cleanliness, the staff and for the most part the quality of care. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this...
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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It was loving and clean and safe! The staff were INCREDIBLE! They became our family! The food was excellent and the facility is beautiful- I want to live there!
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 Tribute at Melford, our Active Senior Living program is a beautiful compliment to a life lived with joy, learning and comfort. We are conveniently located within minutes of the Annapolis Marine Pier, where you will find charming cobblestone streets that lead to all of the fun waterfront shops...
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What our family likes the most about Charter Senior Living is the executive director is very proactive and willing to do what it takes to resolve issues. Based on the experience we have had so far, 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.
Welcome to Charter Senior Living of Bowie, our beautiful, home-like setting, conveniently located between Baltimore, Annapolis, and Washington D.C., with easy access from major freeways and nestled in front of a golf course, you find private studio suites, single floor living areas, beautiful...
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Once upon a time, in the vibrant community of Arbor Terrace in Lanham, Maryland, there was a dedicated and passionate Director for Engagement named [name removed]. [name removed] was not just a wonderful...
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.
Arbor Terrace Senior Living is an assisted living community conveniently located on Greenbelt Road. We bring a new level of modern senior living with stress-free warmth, charm and comfort to assisted living and memory care. We are an active, vibrant residence that's complete with unsurpassed...
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Staff was very helpful to mom and made her feel very welcome. When she first went to Regency it was hard for her to leave her home. The staff realized this and went out of their way to make it easier. 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.
We would love to welcome you to Regency Park Senior Living Community. Located on Rt. 3 South we are less than two miles from Crofton’s popular shopping and dining area. Our one level home is easy for residents to maneuver when joining friends for meals, going to an activity, or resting by the...
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Mom passed away a month after arrival at Spring Harbor. She was not at all happy there. But she would not be happy anywhere at that point. The staff tried and. Was willing to work with us just mom 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.
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A beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. The staff is always welcoming and the residents are very friendly. Many amenities along with plenty of activities to keep the residents engaged.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
THE SKY BRIDGE AT TOWN CENTERChoose between two distinct communities in Largo Town Center.Immerse yourself in a setting where positive energy and never-ending opportunities for exploration meet. Let every day be filled with excitement and unforgettable experiences. We know that not everyone’s...
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My experience with the community was limited; as a walk through visit. The facility was clean, staff friendly, and furnishings were modern and well maintained.
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.
Independence Court of Hyattsville is an elegant assisted living home that is available to residents who are looking for a peaceful place to live. This community offers its residents access to the historic city of Hyattsville, MD. Guests of the residents of this community will find that they have...
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The food can always be better but both of our loved ones have gained weight there so it can't be that bad. The pricing could be better too.
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.
Arbor Terrace Waugh Chapel offers assisted living and dementia care in Gambrills, Maryland. We honor individuality and celebrate each person’s unique life through deep connections with our residents and families. We create delightful surprises and meaningful moments within a safe and caring...
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My mother felt comfortable at Brookdale Woodward Estates after visiting 8 places. Shes got a studio and it's a good size. She LOVES the food, she is actually gaining weight. She always talks about how good...
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.
Our community in Bowie, Md., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career...
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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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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.

Cost of memory care in Fairwood, MD

The average cost of senior living in Fairwood is $11,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Marlboro, MD with an average of $8,846 per month.

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

Fairwood, MD
$11,019/mo
$11,505/mo
$11,000/mo

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

Fairwood, MD
$11,019/mo
U.S. national average
$4,882/mo

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

Memory Care
$11,019/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,673/mo
Studio
$178,615/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,611/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,574/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Fairwood over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Fairwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Fairwood

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

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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Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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Fairwood review score based on 57 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 57 reviews of 13 Fairwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fairwood 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

Fairwood review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Fairwood, MD13 facilities
7.5
Bowie, MD14 facilities
7.9
Glenarden, MD29 facilities

Review subcategories for Fairwood 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 57 reviews of 13 Fairwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fairwood 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.
Fairwood, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
3.9
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Fairwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fairwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fairwood, 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 Fairwood 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 Fairwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fairwood, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
84.6%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fairwood 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 Fairwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fairwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.5%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.8%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fairwood 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 Fairwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fairwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
43.7%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.5%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.8%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Fairwood 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 Fairwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fairwood, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.2%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fairwood 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 Fairwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fairwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.2%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Paul Spring Community, Fox Hill and Sunrise of Falls Church are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fairwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 13 memory care facilities near Fairwood, Maryland. See the full list.

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Fairwood, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fairwood, 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 Fairwood, 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 Fairwood, Maryland ranges from $100 to $3282500. The average Memory Care cost in Fairwood, Maryland is $11,019. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Fairwood, 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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