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Memory care in White Oak 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 White Oak is about $7,215 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 69 communities, read 1231 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Autumn Hill
66 Photos available
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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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55 Photos available
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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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
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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Maple Hill
66 Photos available
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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
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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
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.
Photo of Byron House
22 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
Provides: Assisted 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.

Cost of memory care in White Oak, MD

The average cost of senior living in White Oak is $7,215 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Laurel, MD with an average of $6,911 per month.

Memory care costs in White Oak, MD, vs. nearby cities

White Oak, MD
$7,215/mo

Memory care costs in White Oak, MD, vs. state and national averages

White Oak, MD
$7,215/mo
U.S. national average
$5,014/mo

Memory care costs in White Oak, MD, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,215/mo

Memory care costs in White Oak, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,251/mo
Studio
$10,280/mo
1 Bedroom
$11,398/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,777/mo

Senior living costs in White Oak vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: White Oak, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhite Oak, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$7,215/mo$6,402/mo$5,014/mo
Assisted Living$5,949/mo$5,433/mo$4,752/mo
Independent Living$4,890/mo$4,025/mo$4,211/mo
Memory Care
White Oak, MD:$7,215/mo
Maryland:$6,402/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Assisted Living
White Oak, MD:$5,949/mo
Maryland:$5,433/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Independent Living
White Oak, MD:$4,890/mo
Maryland:$4,025/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Memory care costs in White Oak, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in White Oak and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

White Oak, MDMD stateNational

Memory care cost trends in White Oak, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in White Oak have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
White Oak, MD$8,948/mo$8,152/mo+9.8%
Maryland$7,630/mo$7,235/mo+5.5%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
White Oak, MD
2024 average cost:$8,948/mo
2023 average cost:$8,152/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,630/mo
2023 average cost:$7,235/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in White Oak

Recent reviews for memory care in White Oak

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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Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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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

Warm and welcoming staff. Multiple reviews highlight the kindness and friendliness of the staff in various communities. For instance, at Modena Reserve at Kensington, the director is described as approachable and always available, making families feel welcome. At Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights, the sales and ...
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Customized care planning for memory care residents. Some reviews emphasize the thoughtful approach to personal care planning for memory care residents. For example, at Artis Senior Living of Potomac, the community put a lot of thought into understanding the unique needs of the resident and allowing them to feel valued and at home. At Olney Mem ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Numerous reviews mention the variety of activities offered in communities, which help keep residents stimulated and social. For instance, at Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, residents enjoy activities such as old school movies and entertainment, while at Sunrise of Chevy C ...
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Frequent communication with families. Several families express appreciation for the consistent communication from staff. For example, at Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, families are updated regularly and have even been offered personal phone numbers for questions. At Artis Senior Living of Potomac, the commu ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and attractiveness of the communities. For instance, at Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, the building and facilities are described as beautiful, while at Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community, the staff ensure the ro ...
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Supportive and attentive care. Several reviews mention the caring nature of the staff and their dedication to the well-being of their residents. For example, at Sunrise of Rockville, families praise the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff, and at Olney Memory Care by Artis, the community was available and caring w ...
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White Oak review score based on 316 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 316 reviews of 62 White Oak memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The White Oak 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

White Oak review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
White Oak, MD62 facilities
9.0
Takoma Park, MD63 facilities
8.9
College Park, MD51 facilities

Review subcategories for White Oak 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 316 reviews of 62 White Oak memory care communities. This chart helps you compare White Oak 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.
White Oak, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

White Oak memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in White Oak memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in White Oak, 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 White Oak 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 White Oak that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
White Oak, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
77.4%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.9%
46.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.2%
69.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.9%
28%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in White Oak 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 White Oak Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
White Oak, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.4%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.8%
45%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.1%
67.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.2%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in White Oak 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 White Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
White Oak, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.2%
27.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.1%
44.1%
No sugar
No sugar
64.5%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.5%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.9%
21.2%
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Availability of select dining options in White Oak 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 White Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
White Oak, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.5%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.1%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
51.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
22.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in White Oak 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 White Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
White Oak, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.1%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.8%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71%
52.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.5%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
41.9%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for memory care in White Oak

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Maryland memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in White Oak protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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