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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Kensington, MD
Memory care in South Kensington 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 South Kensington is about $6,914 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 78 communities, read 1094 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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I would want families to know when looking at Alfred House 1 that it is a place where residents will feel at home where they get loving care. It is a very homey atmosphere. This is a smaller community so the...
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Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas. Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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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...
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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.
At the Sylvestery, we believe that for those with dementia, every moment of the day is an opportunity to experience meaning and comfort. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS is the philosophy behind the specialized interactive programs to provide cognitive and physical engagement to the...
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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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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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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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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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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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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 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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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.
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.
Cost of memory care in South Kensington, MD
The average cost of senior living in South Kensington is $6,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $6,775 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in South Kensington
Recent reviews for memory care in South Kensington
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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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Dedicated and caring staff. Several reviews mention the compassionate and attentive nature of the staff at their community. At Artis Senior Living of Potomac, the Artis team goes above and beyond to understand the unique needs of residents with dementia and tailors their care accordingly. Families at Arden Courts A ProM ...
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Effective communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is a priority for many communities. Sunrise of Chevy Chase staff keep families updated on their loved ones' care and progress, as noted in several reviews. At Olney Memory Care by Artis, the quick response to concerns and proactive ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered at various communities. At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Sunrise offers movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes to keep residents engaged and active. Arden Courts in Kensington focuses on memory-enhancing activi ...
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Thoughtful memory care design. Many families appreciate the thoughtful design of memory care communities, such as Arden Courts of Potomac, which has a beautiful and calming atmosphere. Artis Senior Living of Potomac's courtyard and walking areas cater specifically to residents with dementia, providing a safe and stimulating e ...
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Comprehensive care services. Comprehensive care services are crucial for memory care residents, and several communities are praised for their thorough approach. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, the Arden Courts team is commended for addressing medical, social, and emotional needs with a person ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. The inclusive community atmosphere is essential for memory care residents, and many families note the positive impact it has on their loved ones. The welcoming environment at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington allows residents to feel at home and fosters new friendshi ...
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South Kensington review score based on 309 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 309 reviews of 67 South Kensington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Kensington 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
South Kensington review score compared against nearby cities
8.5
South Kensington, MD67 facilities
8.6
Chevy Chase View, MD79 facilities
8.5
Kensington, MD76 facilities
Review subcategories for South Kensington 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 309 reviews of 67 South Kensington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Kensington 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.South Kensington, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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South Kensington memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Kensington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Kensington, 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 South Kensington 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 South Kensington 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
76.1%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70.1%
48.1%
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
77.6%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Kensington 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 South Kensington 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
79.1%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.3%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Kensington 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 South Kensington 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
47.8%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.7%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
62.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.7%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in South Kensington 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 South Kensington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Kensington, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.2%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
49.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Kensington 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 South Kensington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.3%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.2%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
68.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
40.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.7%
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 South Kensington, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 78 memory care facilities near South Kensington, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in South Kensington, 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 78 memory care facilities near you in South Kensington, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Kensington, 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 South Kensington, 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 South Kensington, Maryland ranges from $100 to $20000. The average Memory Care cost in South Kensington, Maryland is $6,914. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in South Kensington, 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 South Kensington
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- Alexandria, Virginia
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Arlington, Virginia
- Leisure World, Maryland
- Silver Spring, Maryland
- Springfield, Virginia
- Herndon, Virginia
- Upper Marlboro, Maryland
- Chevy Chase, Maryland
- Reston, Virginia
- Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Sterling, Virginia
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