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Memory care in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights is about $8,359 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 285 communities, read 8267 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Bethesda and Alexandria.

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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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...
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.
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, 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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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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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, 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.
Nestled in the lush Palisades, one of Washington D.C.'s most desirable neighborhood enclaves, The Fitzgerald is a boutique residence where urban style meets small-town tranquility.Designed from the ground up, the Art Deco-inspired community brings the gaiety and glamour of the1920s to life...
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Overall I think they do a good job at Woodbine. The facility itself is a bit worn down, but they keep it very clean and nice looking. The care staff here are all very friendly and professional. They seem to...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
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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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
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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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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.
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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.
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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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
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We 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.
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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Cost of memory care in Marlo Heights, VA

The average cost of senior living in Marlo Heights is $8,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Arlington, VA with an average of $7,627 per month.

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

Marlo Heights, VA
$8,359/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,359/mo

Memory care costs in Marlo Heights, VA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,148/mo
Studio
$8,897/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,488/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,354/mo

Senior living costs in Marlo Heights 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: Marlo Heights, VA
Column state: Virginia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarlo Heights, VAVirginiaU.S.
Memory Care$8,359/mo$7,372/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,344/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,048/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Marlo Heights, VA:$8,359/mo
Virginia:$7,372/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Marlo Heights, VA:$7,071/mo
Virginia:$6,344/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Marlo Heights, VA:$4,581/mo
Virginia:$4,048/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Marlo Heights, VA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights, VA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Marlo Heights 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 average 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
Marlo Heights, VA$7,769/mo$7,472/mo+4.0%
Virginia$6,952/mo$6,648/mo+4.6%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Marlo Heights, VA
2024 average cost:$7,769/mo
2023 average cost:$7,472/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Virginia
2024 average cost:$6,952/mo
2023 average cost:$6,648/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Marlo Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in Marlo Heights

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]

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and compassionate nature of the staff at various communities, such as Arden Courts Annandale, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Arlington VA, and Sunrise of Vienna. They create a warm and welcoming environment for residents and their families.
Effective communication between staff and families. Reviews highlight the importance of clear and consistent communication between families and staff, as seen at Artis Senior Living of Potomac, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, and Sunrise of Fairfax. It ensures that everyone is informed and care needs are being met.
Personalized care for residents' unique needs. Communities like Sunrise of Mt Vernon, Artis Senior Living of Potomac, and Sunrise of Hunter Mill focus on providing individualized care for residents' specific needs, accommodating dietary restrictions, mobility issues, and memory care requirements.
Wide range of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the diverse offerings of activities at communities, such as Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Sunrise of Vienna, and Artis Senior Living of Potomac, including games, gardening, and social events.
Comfortable living spaces and well-maintained grounds. Reviews for communities like Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, The Providence Fairfax, and Sunrise of Fairfax praise the cleanliness and upkeep of both the interior spaces and the outdoor areas, including private rooms, common areas, and gardens.
Supportive community atmosphere. Many residents and families express appreciation for the sense of belonging and community at places like Sunrise of Mt Vernon, Sunrise of Hunter Mill, and Cogir of West End, Alexandria, where they feel their loved ones are treated with dignity and respect.
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Marlo Heights review score based on 1,632 family reviews

8.4
Review score285 facilities1632 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1632 reviews of 285 Marlo Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marlo Heights 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

Marlo Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Marlo Heights, VA285 facilities
8.2
Arlington, VA168 facilities
8.5
Falls Church, VA291 facilities

Review subcategories for Marlo Heights 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 1,632 reviews of 285 Marlo Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Marlo Heights 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.
Marlo Heights, VA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.6
Meals & dining
3.0
3.3
Activities
3.0
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
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Marlo Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marlo Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marlo Heights, 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 Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights 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
80.8%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
76.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.7%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.6%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
99%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marlo Heights, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.1%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.4%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marlo Heights, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.4%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
69.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.5%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
49.3%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marlo Heights, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.6%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
63.3%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marlo Heights 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 Marlo Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marlo Heights, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
73.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.8%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.3%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.9%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.4%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Marlo Heights

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 Marlo Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Virginia memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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