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

Alzheimer’s care in Friendly Farms incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Friendly Farms memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Friendly Farms, 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.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfax, Washington and Silver Spring.

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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...
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The staff is very friendly and approachable. I feel I can them with questions and any issues. Also, by having an executive director in place in the past several months, it's been much better in terms of...
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.
A Caring Continuum with a Commitment to QualitySince 1999, Spring Hills Senior Communities has been caring for seniors and other individuals in need of quality health care. At every one of our home health agencies, post acute care centers and assisted living facilities, you’ll find compassionate...
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44 Floor plans available
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We moved Mom here on [date removed] from another ALF in Fredericksburg after a series of health events, closer to us. Unfortunately she passed on[date removed] under hospice care. We felt the facility 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.
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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They really are very warm to my mom and understand her particular needs, especially with anxiety. I always know she's safe and they are 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.
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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My loved one is currently a resident at The Landing at Alexandria and the overall experience has been good so far. They transitioned to a new management company early on. There were some issues in the...
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.
WELCOME TO THE LANDING, THERE’S ALWAYS MORE TO EXPLORE.A vibrant, thriving community, The Landing in Alexandria, Virginia offers a range of possibilities as breathtaking as its panoramic views of the Potomac River and Washington, D.C. Here, residents are in the heart of one of Northern Virginia’s...
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Brandywine Living community itself is vey clean but there could be more house keeping within the apartments - maybe even just twice a week would make a difference. It is a pet friendly community and they...
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.
An Outstanding LocationLocated next to Cameron Station and just minutes from historic Old Town, Brandywine Living at Alexandria provides a convenient location for seniors to reside close to their children, grandchildren, and friends, while remaining in the community they love.This 116-suite,...
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The staff are friendly, call residents by name, and seem quick to respond to concerns. My loved ones haven't utilized any care services, nor participated in any activities. They eat the evening meal there...
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 family and mine experience has been very positive as we have a safe place for my Aunt. The Charleston was not only good for my Aunt, but also for our family as everyone who is supporting her are in their...
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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7.0
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We really like the friendliness of the staff members and the activities there. They take the residents out to lunch, gardening, bringing in programs from a working dog to musical performances.
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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The community is willing to accommodate with dietary restrictions. There were always some type of activities going on for the residents to choose from. [name removed] was very empathetic, helpful,...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Located within a mile of Old Town Alexandria just off of King Street, Silverado Alexandria is more than just assisted living. It is a specialized memory care community dedicated to enriching life for the memory impaired.Many families shared the peace of mind they experienced when they finally...
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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
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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Friendly Farms, MD

The average cost of senior living in Friendly Farms is $12,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Indian Head, MD with an average of $6,778 per month.

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

Friendly Farms, MD
$12,847/mo

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

Friendly Farms, MD
$12,847/mo
U.S. national average
$4,820/mo

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

Memory Care
$12,847/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,444/mo
Studio
$6,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,833/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,964/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Friendly Farms over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Friendly Farms

Recent reviews for memory care in Friendly Farms

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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Arbor Terrace Prince William Commons in Woodbridge, VA

4.5
We chose HarborChase of Prince William Commons because they gave us a deal on the price and they provided my mom transportation to and from her dialysis procedures. My mom is in a private room here. The location of the facility is really easy to get to, very accessible for the area. I would ...
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Friendly Farms review score based on 84 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 84 reviews of 13 Friendly Farms memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Friendly Farms 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

Friendly Farms review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Friendly Farms, MD13 facilities
9.0
National Harbor, MD35 facilities
8.9
Forest Heights, MD37 facilities

Review subcategories for Friendly Farms 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 84 reviews of 13 Friendly Farms memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Friendly Farms 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
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.3
3.9
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Friendly Farms memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friendly Farms memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friendly Farms, 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 Friendly Farms 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 Friendly Farms 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
84.6%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.9%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
92.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Friendly Farms 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 Friendly Farms Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
84.6%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
84.6%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
84.6%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.8%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Friendly Farms 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 Friendly Farms partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
76.9%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
76.9%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
76.9%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69.2%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
38.5%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Friendly Farms 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 Friendly Farms communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69.2%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.9%
39.1%
Room service
Room service
76.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
46.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friendly Farms 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 Friendly Farms offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
84.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69.2%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
84.6%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.6%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
76.9%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.2%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
84.6%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
84.6%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
53.8%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
84.6%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Hunter Mill, Paul Spring Community and Heatherwood Community are the top-rated memory care facilities near Friendly Farms, Maryland. See full list of communities.

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

The 13 memory care facilities near you in Friendly Farms, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Friendly Farms, 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 Friendly Farms, 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 Friendly Farms, Maryland ranges from $350 to $3282500. The average Memory Care cost in Friendly Farms, Maryland is $12,848. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Friendly Farms, Maryland typically starts at $350. 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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