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Memory care in Gaylord 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 Gaylord is about $6,802 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 197 communities, read 4259 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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.
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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Cost of memory care in Gaylord, VA

The average cost of senior living in Gaylord is $6,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Strasburg, VA with an average of $4,768 per month.

Memory care costs in Gaylord, VA, vs. nearby cities

Gaylord, VA
$6,802/mo

Memory care costs in Gaylord, VA, vs. state and national averages

Gaylord, VA
$6,802/mo
U.S. national average
$4,956/mo

Memory care costs in Gaylord, VA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,802/mo

Memory care costs in Gaylord, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,676/mo
Studio
$7,265/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,045/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,113/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,340/mo

Senior living costs in Gaylord 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: Gaylord, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGaylord, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$6,802/mo$5,458/mo$4,956/mo
Assisted Living$6,441/mo$5,446/mo$4,705/mo
Independent Living$5,514/mo$4,625/mo$4,161/mo
Memory Care
Gaylord, VA:$6,802/mo
Virginia:$5,458/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Assisted Living
Gaylord, VA:$6,441/mo
Virginia:$5,446/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Independent Living
Gaylord, VA:$5,514/mo
Virginia:$4,625/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Memory care costs in Gaylord, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gaylord 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Gaylord, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gaylord 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gaylord, VA$7,981/mo$7,305/mo+9.2%
Virginia$6,857/mo$6,306/mo+8.7%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Gaylord, VA
2024 average cost:$7,981/mo
2023 average cost:$7,305/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,857/mo
2023 average cost:$6,306/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gaylord

Recent reviews for memory care in Gaylord

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Reviews consistently highlight the compassionate and caring nature of the staff across various senior living communities. For example, at Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents feel loved, respected, and valued. At Sunrise of Vienn ...
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Thoughtful and personalized care. Many reviews mention the personalized approach to care at various senior living communities. For example, at Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, staff members take the time to understand each resident's unique needs, ensuring comfort and happiness. At Artis Senior Living of Potom ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. For example, at Waltonwood Ashburn, the memory care unit only takes 25 people, ensuring a good staff-to-resident ratio and an abundance of engaging activities. At The Providence Fairfax, the Providence has a beautif ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces in various senior living communities. For example, at Tribute at The Glen, the facility is kept clean and the managers are responsive to suggestions for making it more meaningful and enjoyable for residents. At Great Falls Memor ...
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Quality of care and attentiveness to medical needs. Residents and their families express appreciation for the high-quality care and attentiveness to medical needs at various senior living communities. For example, at HarborChase of Olney, the staff adapts to the needs of residents as they progress through their dementia. At Tribute at The Glen ...
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Clear communication between staff and families. Clear and ongoing communication between staff and families is a key feature mentioned in many reviews. For example, at Potomac Courts, the management is available and willing to meet with families to discuss their concerns and suggestions. At Tribute at The Glen, the staff keeps families inf ...
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Gaylord review score based on 1,027 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 1027 reviews of 177 Gaylord memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gaylord 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

Gaylord review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Gaylord, VA177 facilities
8.7
Berryville, VA179 facilities
7.6
Round Hill, VA10 facilities

Review subcategories for Gaylord 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 1,027 reviews of 177 Gaylord memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gaylord 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.8
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Gaylord memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaylord memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaylord, 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 Gaylord 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 Gaylord that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.4%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.3%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gaylord 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 Gaylord Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.2%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaylord 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 Gaylord partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
69.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
68.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
46.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaylord 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 Gaylord communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gaylord, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
61.6%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.2%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaylord 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 Gaylord offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaylord, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.9%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
74%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
50.3%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Gaylord

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 Virginia memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Gaylord protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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