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Memory care in Salem 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 Salem is about $6,272 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 35 communities, read 612 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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My mother in law loves living at Chesapeake Cove. The staff are wonderful. The caregivers are local, friendly, helpful and she does not go without. The community is clean and well maintained. She likes the...
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.
If you enjoy independence and the freshness and beauty of the outdoors, then you will love Chesapeake Cove in Crisfield, MD. Nestled on the Delmarva Peninsula, the community provides gorgeous and relaxing views of the bay, which inspires residents to kick back and relax. The neighborhood...
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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, 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.
1. Independent Living- 1&2 bedroom apartments in 3 story newly constructed building 6 miles from the ocean.  Ocean Pines offers outdoor recreational activities such as golf and  nature  trails.   2. Assisted Living- in the style of a bed and breakfast. Ocean...
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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.
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My Aunt Alma, who just turned 100 years old on [date removed], has happily resided at Brandywine Living at Seaside Pointe (Brandywine) in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, for the past 6 years. Despite the lockdown...
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.
Life is beautiful at Brandywine Senior Living. We have luxurious individual suites with a private bath and kitchen area. Meanwhile, on the other side of your door are services to meet your needs, and entertainment to enliven your spirit.With on-site–not–on–call licensed nurses only steps away, 24...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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During my mother's time here, she was in the independent living section and the community was always clean and the staff was always friendly and willing to help. When my mother's health declined, they were...
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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We can't thank the staff of La Casa Assisted living home enough for the care they gave our father. He was a patient there for 16 months and the care and kindness they showed him was great. La Casa keeps the...
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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.
As a Caregiver for over 15 years for my husband, Gene, who passed away from Alzheimer's Disease on March 13, 2005, I tried many different avenues to care for him. All failed! There had to be a better way, a better place, something, somewhere. I prayed every night that God would give me...
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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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Salem, MD

The average cost of senior living in Salem is $6,272 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Princess Anne, MD with an average of $5,882 per month.

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

Salem, MD
$6,272/mo
$6,020/mo

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

Salem, MD
$6,272/mo
U.S. national average
$4,985/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,272/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,811/mo
Studio
$6,871/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,894/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,110/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,175/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Salem over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Salem

Recent reviews for memory care in Salem

Brookdale Dover

5.0
Mom enjoys her “stay” at Brookdale and tells me how nice everyone is . She enjoys putting puzzles together with her friend and playing bingo. Whenever I am there for mealtime the food always looks and smells great.

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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HeartHomes at Bay Ridge in Annapolis, MD

4.0
Great value, home-like setting, all of the staff were good and several were awesome and developed special relationships with my dad. They were excellent at communicating with me about my dad's needs. I am so grateful I found a wonderful place for my dad at an affordable price - highly recommend. ...
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Salem review score based on 154 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 154 reviews of 35 Salem memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Salem 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

Salem review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Salem, MD35 facilities
8.1
Vienna, MD24 facilities
8.1
East New Market, MD46 facilities

Review subcategories for Salem 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 154 reviews of 35 Salem memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Salem 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
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Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
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Salem memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem, 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 Salem 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 Salem 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
68.6%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
72.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Salem 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 Salem Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.4%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.7%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Salem 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 Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
48.6%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem 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 Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.7%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
51.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.7%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem 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 Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.4%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.9%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.6%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.9%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 35 memory care facilities near Salem, Maryland. See the full list.

The 35 memory care facilities near you in Salem, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Salem, 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 Salem, 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 Salem, Maryland ranges from $2650 to $11947. The average Memory Care cost in Salem, Maryland is $6,272. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Salem, Maryland typically starts at $2650. 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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