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Memory care in Glenwood 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 Glenwood is about $6,610 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 205 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Glenwood Memory Care Facilities | 205 Reviews

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Photo of Lorien Harmony Hall
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The food choices could be improved one but I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
For over 25 years, Harmony Hall has been a trusted cornerstone of the Howard County community, offering residents a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle in an environment where they can truly thrive. We are dedicated to empowering residents with independence, fostering meaningful social connections, and...
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The Lorien staff were great along with the facility and clinical staff. I don’t think my Dad was too crazy about the food there but his appetite was not that great either. My only issue was with their 3rd...
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.
Lorien Mt. Airy is conveniently located near the junction of Carroll, Frederick, Montgomery and Howard Counties. We are uniquely positioned to serve area residents who want to live in a compassionate community that encourages self-direction and independence while providing assistance when...
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My uncle passed away in November Alfred house was terrific. We give it 10 stars. This is a first rate facility, especially for someone who is in their final stages of life.
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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They consistently went above and beyond. All categories are a number five except for food, which is a number four. The staff was very accommodating to our families needs and was responsive in regard to any...
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 Brookdale Olney
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1313 Floor plans available
7.2
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The only bad thing that I can say is the facility has had difficulty with the HVAC system. My mom has a giant HVAC unit in her room and sometimes it doesn't work. On the other end, I can't speak highly...
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.
Join us at our upscale assisted living community also offering Alzheimer’s and dementia care services in charming Olney, Md., just 20 miles from our nation’s capital in a rural location surrounded by verdant trees. Your fine living includes well-appointed, cozy common areas, a spacious apartment,...
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We placed our sister at Copper Ridge, at the end of March; the physical appearance of the dining room, sitting rooms and the small but adequate individual rooms were what impressed us. There is also a craft...
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.
Since 1994, Copper Ridge, located in Sykesville, MD, has been a pioneer in the field of memory and dementia support through its cutting edge programs and services. With advancements in research and education, we have evolved to now offer complete neurocognitive support for individuals...
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This was our second experience at Encore and it was just as pleasant as the first. Everyone of the staff was professional, but friendly. The facility was always clean. Food was exceptional. Physical...
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.
Welcome to Encore at Turf ValleyEncore at Turf Valley offers caring support for those who require day to day assistance. Encore can provide the right amount of support while allowing your loved one to maintain as much independence as possible.Encore offers several assisted living floor plans,...
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The medical staff has been fantastic. They're very on top of everything and have found situations with our loved one that we didn't even know she had. That's all been fantastic. I have absolutely nothing...
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.
At Marian Assisted Living, we encourage our residents to enjoy an independent lifestyle while we provide all the conveniences of home, from delicious home-made meals to housekeeping services. Therefore, our residents have more time to socialize, participate in recreational activities, or just...
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I would want families to know when looking at Alfred House 1 that it is a place where residents will feel at home where they get loving care. It is a very homey atmosphere. This is a smaller community so the...
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Photo of Glen Hill
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Glenwood, MD

The average cost of senior living in Glenwood is $6,610 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $5,232 per month.

Memory care costs in Glenwood, MD, vs. nearby cities

Glenwood, MD
$6,610/mo

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

Glenwood, MD
$6,610/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,610/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,973/mo
Studio
$6,377/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,984/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,244/mo

Senior living costs in Glenwood 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: Glenwood, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGlenwood, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$6,610/mo$6,222/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$5,729/mo$5,325/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$4,127/mo$3,929/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Glenwood, MD:$6,610/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Glenwood, MD:$5,729/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Glenwood, MD:$4,127/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Glenwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Glenwood

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]

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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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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Glenwood review score based on 49 family reviews

6.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 12 Glenwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Glenwood 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

Glenwood review score compared against nearby cities

6.8
Glenwood, MD12 facilities
7.4
Sykesville, MD11 facilities
8.5
Brookeville, MD34 facilities

Review subcategories for Glenwood 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 49 reviews of 12 Glenwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Glenwood 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.
Glenwood, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.0
3.8
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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*Learn more about cost details

Glenwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glenwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glenwood, 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 Glenwood 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 Glenwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Glenwood, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
83.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
91.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Glenwood 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 Glenwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Glenwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glenwood 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 Glenwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Glenwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Glenwood 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 Glenwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Glenwood, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glenwood 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 Glenwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Glenwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Glenwood

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 Glenwood protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Lorien Harmony Hall, Lorien Mt. Airy and AlfredHouse V are the top-rated memory care facilities near Glenwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Glenwood, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Glenwood, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Glenwood, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, 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 Glenwood, Maryland ranges from $100 to $16448. The average Memory Care cost in Glenwood, Maryland is $6,610. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Glenwood, 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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