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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Montgomery County, MD
Memory care in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County is about $6,832 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 637 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Fairfax, Washington and Frederick.
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My loved one and family are very happy with Brookdale. The staff are very kind and make sure they say hello to me anytime I visit my loved one. This has been a very good experience for us. All 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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well — then Brookdale Potomac, a quiet three-story retirement community located in Potomac, Md., is the place for you. Our upscale community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
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I like this place the people are nice and accommodating. This is a clean community and the staff are really good and keep everyone informed. They have activities like bingo and more to keep the residents...
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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.
Grace House, a Victory Housing assisted living community is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. Grace House is convenient to doctors, shopping, churches and recreational opportunities. This beautiful two acre site can be found just north of Leisure World near the intersection of ...
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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...
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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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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
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.
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....
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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, 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
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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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Cost of memory care in Montgomery County, MD
The average cost of senior living in Montgomery County is $6,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $6,218 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Montgomery County, MD vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Montgomery County, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Montgomery County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Montgomery County, MD by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Montgomery County
Recent reviews for memory care in Montgomery County
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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HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick
5.0
HeartFields has been great, we have had a great experience so far. Our loved one recently went to the hospital for some health concerns and HeartField has gotten him back to feeding himself. The staff members are extremely friendly and we are very pleased with the care services. The community is ...
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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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Montgomery County review score based on 169 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 169 reviews of 32 Montgomery County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Montgomery County 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
Montgomery County review score compared against nearby cities
8.2
Montgomery County, MD32 facilities
8.2
Gaithersburg, MD31 facilities
8.4
Washington Grove, MD34 facilities
Review subcategories for Montgomery County 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 169 reviews of 32 Montgomery County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Montgomery County 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.Montgomery County, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Montgomery County memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Montgomery County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County 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
87.5%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
81.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.1%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.4%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
81.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.8%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
68.8%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.8%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
46.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.6%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
81.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
65.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.9%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
78.1%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
46.9%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
84.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Falcons Landing and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac are the top-rated memory care facilities near Montgomery County, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 33 memory care facilities near Montgomery County, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Montgomery County, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 33 memory care facilities near you in Montgomery County, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County, Maryland ranges from $100 to $16500. The average Memory Care cost in Montgomery County, Maryland is $6,832. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Montgomery County, 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Montgomery County
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Frederick, Maryland
- Ashburn, Virginia
- Columbia, Maryland
- McLean, Virginia
- Arlington, Virginia
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Leisure World, Maryland
- Silver Spring, Maryland
- Herndon, Virginia
- Sterling, Virginia
- Sykesville, Maryland
- Springfield, Virginia
- Chevy Chase, Maryland
- Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Germantown, Maryland
- Leesburg, Virginia
- Mount Airy, Maryland
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