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Memory care in Riderwood 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 Riderwood is about $5,600 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 871 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My wife's mother lived at North Oaks Retirement Community for nearly six years - first independently then with assistance/hospice care - she rarely missed a meal in the dining room and looked forward to the...
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.
North Oaks is a Life Care Retirement Community (also known as a Continuing Care Retirement Community or CCRC) located in Northwest Baltimore County on a beautiful suburban campus. We have been a proud member of the Pikesville community for over 30 years.New residents enter the community through...
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I chose Esther's Place because I went and talked to her and she took the time during covid to talk to me outside for 2 hours and answered all my questions and made me feel at ease and confident that he would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Welcome to Esther's PlaceOur Motto:Live Like You're Home!What Makes Us Unique:Esther's Place has created an atmosphere of love, care and compassion for resident's from the initial encounter. In 1995, two registered nurses with a vision and desire to offer high levels of care, manifested into four...
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We looked at quite a few facilities and Brightview was having a deal and we got a good value. The room sizes here are adequate for what my mother needs. She definitely has plenty of closet space and a nice...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Conveniently located near Bel Air Road in Baltimore County, Maryland, Brightview White Marsh features the best in Assisted Living as well as award-winning Alzheimer's Care in the secure Wellspring Village neighborhood. This warm, friendly community is highly regarded for exceptional quality of...
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Glynn Taff is, in my opinion, a hidden gem in the Baltimore area. The facility is spacious, cozy, and very well kept. The dining area is bright and cheery. The facility is decorated according to 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.
Glynn Taff Assisted Living offers compassionate, experienced, quality care in a restored turn of the century Catonsville mansion with beautiful grounds and a deep, relaxing front porch. One of our residents’ describes our community this way: “This is as close to home as you can get. It’s cozy...
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When my mother told me she wanted to relocate to the Towson area to be near me I knew it was time to look for just the right place. I toured both independent living and assisted living communities in the...
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.
Assisted Living Perfect for You!?At Aventura At The Park, we offer studios, one-bedrooms and shared common areas in a vibrant Assisted Living community. Our dedicated team is here to provide you with daily assistance so that you maintain your independence while receiving the very best...
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.
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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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My brother and I toured a number of places when we were searching for a new home for our parents. Although Mom died before we could implement the move, we followed through with moving Dad into the Maryland...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...

Cost of memory care in Riderwood, MD

The average cost of senior living in Riderwood is $5,600 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $5,024 per month.

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

Riderwood, MD
$5,600/mo
$5,784/mo

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

Riderwood, MD
$5,600/mo
U.S. national average
$4,987/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,600/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,390/mo
Studio
$5,539/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,414/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,976/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Riderwood over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Riderwood

Recent reviews for memory care in Riderwood

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford 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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Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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New Life Healthy Living in Windsor Mill, MD

4.0
I've heard mostly good things from my loved ones. The staff have been very personable and attentive, and my grandmother says she likes it here.

Riderwood review score based on 128 family reviews

7.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 128 reviews of 36 Riderwood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Riderwood 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

Riderwood review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Riderwood, MD36 facilities
7.1
Baltimore, MD37 facilities
8.0
Sykesville, MD12 facilities

Review subcategories for Riderwood 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 128 reviews of 36 Riderwood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Riderwood 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.
Riderwood, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.1
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.7
4.0
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Riderwood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riderwood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riderwood, 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 Riderwood 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 Riderwood 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
83.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.2%
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
83.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
58.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Riderwood 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 Riderwood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riderwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80.6%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riderwood 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 Riderwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riderwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
69.4%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Riderwood 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 Riderwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Riderwood, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
58.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riderwood 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 Riderwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Riderwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
69.4%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
61.1%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 36 memory care facilities near Riderwood, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Riderwood, Maryland are Morningside House of Friendship and Brighton Gardens of Columbia. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 36 memory care facilities near you in Riderwood, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Riderwood, 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 Riderwood, 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 Riderwood, Maryland ranges from $1500 to $12190. The average Memory Care cost in Riderwood, Maryland is $5,600. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Riderwood, Maryland typically starts at $1500. 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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