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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Helen, MD
If your loved one needs memory care in Helen, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Helen, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Helen incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Helen memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Helen, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ashbox, Waldorf and Popes Creek.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Ashbox, Waldorf and Popes Creek.
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8.7
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47 reviews
Overall we have been very pleased about her care and her surroundings. Based on the experience we have had so far with Morningside House of St. Charles, we would recommend this community to other families....
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.
The Morningside House of Saint Charles, located in Waldorf, Maryland welcomes you. Our premier apartment-style accommodations allow every resident to be in control of their lives, even while we offer a variety of care services designed to meet every need. We believe that a sense of independence...
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15 reviews
I think it's a wonderful community. The people are friendly, very very clean and they seem to really care about the people they take care of. It's just fit our needs and they had an opening. It was like it...
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.
Discovery Commons at Wildewood is an assisted living community located in California, St. Mary's County, Maryland. This is natures paradise, surrounded by lush bushes and wildlife our community has a resort feel with a very clean, comfortable atmosphere.We are a very active community which also...
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7.1
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35 reviews
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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. ...
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.
Washington & Lee Home for the Elderly is a privately owned/operated, eighteen bed, adult assisted living home, licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services. A country setting nestled in historic Westmoreland County. Frequent visibility of deer and turkey are seen through large pane...
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Cost of memory care in Helen, MD
The average cost of senior living in Helen is $5,081 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Church Creek, MD with an average of $6,186 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Helen
Recent reviews for memory care in Helen
Harmony at Waldorf
2.6
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 since it's included but frequently augment with a snack afterwards because the portions are ...
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Discovery Commons at Wildewood in California, MD
4.6
It's the best facility within a 100 miles. The staff is helpful and friendly. She enjoys the food somedays and others not so much. I think it will get better as they just changed the chef. This is a locked memory unit. They provide exercise, sing a long, puzzles and field trips for their ...
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The Charleston Senior Community in Waldorf, MD
4.8
I have found The Charleston to be a very responsive and proactive community. They are very good at communicating with families. I have had no issues. The food is hit or miss. My mom is a bit of a picky eater. Room sizes are good.
Helen memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helen, 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 Helen 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 Helen 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
62.5%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
71.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Helen 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 Helen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helen, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helen 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 Helen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helen, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
41%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
49.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
16%
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Availability of select dining options in Helen 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 Helen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helen, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helen 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 Helen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
21.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morningside House of St Charles, Discovery Commons at Wildewood and Harmony at Waldorf are the top-rated memory care facilities near Helen, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Helen, Maryland. See the full list.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Helen, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Helen, 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 Helen, 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 Helen, Maryland ranges from $84 to $3282500. The average Memory Care cost in Helen, Maryland is $5,081. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Helen, Maryland typically starts at $84. 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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