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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in National Harbor, MD

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Memory care in National Harbor 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 National Harbor is about $7,093 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 45 communities, read 867 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
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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.
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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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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
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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
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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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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.
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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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.

Cost of memory care in National Harbor, MD

The average cost of senior living in National Harbor is $7,093 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Riverdale Park, MD with an average of $6,918 per month.

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

National Harbor, MD
$7,093/mo

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

National Harbor, MD
$7,093/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,093/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,800/mo
Studio
$6,872/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,392/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,902/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in National Harbor

Recent reviews for memory care in National Harbor

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 Senior Living in Lanham, MD

4.9
From day one of them literally rolling out the red carpet - Arbor Terrace has provided exceptional care for Mom …. Mom’s room is always clean and well kept - they keep the her in engaged with various activities (the staff recently got Mom all dressed and dolled up and I was able to take her to ...
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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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National Harbor review score based on 159 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 34 National Harbor memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The National Harbor 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

National Harbor review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
National Harbor, MD34 facilities
8.1
Forest Heights, MD49 facilities
8.6
Morningside, MD24 facilities

Review subcategories for National Harbor 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 159 reviews of 34 National Harbor memory care communities. This chart helps you compare National Harbor 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.
National Harbor, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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National Harbor memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in National Harbor memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in National Harbor, 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 National Harbor 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 National Harbor that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
National Harbor, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.8%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.8%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in National Harbor 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 National Harbor Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
National Harbor, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in National Harbor 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 National Harbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
National Harbor, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
41.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in National Harbor 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 National Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
National Harbor, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in National Harbor 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 National Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
National Harbor, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.9%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.9%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
58.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 45 memory care facilities near National Harbor, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in National Harbor, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Sunrise of Hunter Mill and Sunrise of Vienna. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 45 memory care facilities near you in National Harbor, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in National Harbor, 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 National Harbor, 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 National Harbor, Maryland ranges from $100 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in National Harbor, Maryland is $7,093. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in National Harbor, 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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