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

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 284 communities, read 8231 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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Lansdowne Heights

19520 Sandridge Way, Leesburg, VA 20176
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I moved my husband here in [date removed]. The facility is laid out exactly like his previous facility, but what a difference. The administrative staff is excellent, the caregivers are so kind and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
From comfortable living arrangements and nutritious dining services to versatile social activities and therapeutic forms of recreation, Poet’s Walk Lansdowne redefines what it means to reside in a senior care facility. Backed by a team that takes a personalized approach to memory care, we help...
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Meadows Assisted Living

1635 Hickory Knoll Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860
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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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Collington Life Care Community

10450 Lottsford Rd, Mitchellville, MD 20721
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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Symphony Square

201 Liberty St SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
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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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Meadow Glen of Leesburg

315 Dry Mill Road, SW, Leesburg, VA 20175
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It's been an adjustment, she's cute, she likes it and she likes the people but she said they make you feel a little "o-l-d." She has been participating in the activities, she likes it there, they're great....
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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.
Welcome to Meadow Glen of Leesburg! Meadow Glen is Loudoun County's premiere assisted living community. It offers an intimate home-like setting centered around a beautiful 150-year old farmhouse. Meadow Glen accommodates just 40 residents in 37 suites. With one-story construction, residents...
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Autumn Hill

12401 Lime Kiln Rd, Fulton, MD 20759
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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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Pine Hill

8455 Murphy Rd, Laurel, MD 20723
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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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Fenwick Landing Senior Care Community

11665 Doolittle Drive, Waldorf, MD 20602
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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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
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Maple Hill

10711 Harding Road, Laurel, MD 20723
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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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Sagepoint Gardens Assisted Living

123 Morris Dr, La Plata, MD 20646
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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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Glen Hill

14269 Triadelphia Mill Rd, Dayton, MD 21036
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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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Elternhaus, Inc

4201 Linthicum Road, Dayton, MD 21036
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Brightview Crofton Riverwalk

1296 State Route 3 South, Crofton, MD 21114
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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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Poets Walk Warrenton Va

7287 Blackwell Rd, Warrenton, VA 20187
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Marshall Manor

4248 Manor Dr P.O.Box 749, Marshall, VA 20116
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.
Marshall Manor provides gracious Assisted Living in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. In a beautifully designed setting, our program places its emphasis on hospitality and quality of life, while offering a full range of amenities and services. Our Special Needs Program is for moderate to...
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Woodland Assisted Living

39705 Wenner Rd, Lovettsville, VA 20180
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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.
Woodland Assisted Living is a beautiful adult care community located in Lovettsville, VA. We pride ourselves in giving the best quality care possible for the many residents living in the home. We understand how important it is for you to feel comfortable living your elderly parents in our care,...
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La Casa Assisted Living Alzheimers and Dementia Care

2574 South Haven Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401
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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...
Provides: Memory Care
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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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Orchard Terrace at Edenton

5905 EDENTON COURT, FREDERICK, MD 21703
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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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Brightview Annapolis

1935 Generals Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401
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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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Assisted Living Well

271 West Pasadena Road, Millersville, MD 21108
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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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Charlestown

715 Maiden Choice Lane, Catonsville, MD 21228
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Montevue Assisted Living

1910 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD 21702
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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.
Odyssey Assisted Living at Montevue is an assisted living community located in a quiet, unique and upscale neighborhood in Frederick, MD. It is a world-class memory care community living designed to assist residents to remain social, while enjoying the things that they loved doing before their...
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Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg

1001 Northside Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
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The community provides activities such as entertainment musicians, exercise classes, they take the residents outside frequently. Food is very good. I would rate the room sizes a 4. The staff really stood out...
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.
Viva Senior Living at Fredericksburg provides personalized assisted living care in a small, intimate, home-like community. Our goal is to support each resident's individual needs while encouraging independence, dignity, comfort, and meaningful engagement. We offer six levels of care, allowing us...
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Caritas House Assisted Living

3308 Benson Ave, Baltimore, MD 21227
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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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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Sun Valley at the Meadows

4113 Ridge Road, Westminster, MD 21157
Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of memory care in Merrifield, VA

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

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

Merrifield, VA
$8,359/mo
Virginia state
$7,372/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,071/mo
Memory Care
$8,359/mo
Independent Living
$4,581/mo

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

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Merrifield 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.
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Merrifield, 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%
Merrifield, 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 Merrifield

Recent reviews for memory care in Merrifield

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 warmth and kindness exhibited by staff members at various communities. For example, at Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, the staff are described as 'kind, attentive and very understanding of residents' needs.' Reviews for Arden Courts Kensington, A Memo ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction, with many communities offering engaging and diverse programs. At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, Sunrise of Chevy Chase offers 'thoughtful and supportive staff' who 'keep in contact with family on a regular basis' and 'engaging ev ...
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Thoughtfully designed spaces. The layout and cleanliness of communities are often praised in reviews, with residents appreciating the overall aesthetics. At The Providence Fairfax, the Providence Fairfax is described as 'an aesthetically exquisite environment,' while Sunrise of Fairfax notes the 'nice sitting areas' and ...
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Highly trained and compassionate caregivers. Caregivers are a crucial aspect of senior living communities, and many reviews highlight the dedication and expertise of the staff. At Sunrise of McLean, Sunrise McLean's 'unique set of skills to give care to reminiscent residents' has led to residents being treated 'as family, w/love & affect ...
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Communication with families. Clear and consistent communication with families is essential for peace of mind. At Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, families are 'kept updated and involved every step of the way,' while Cogir of West End, Alexandria notes the 'helpful' and 'responsive' nature of staff when a ...
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Individualized care plans. Tailored care plans are crucial for addressing the unique needs of each resident. At Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community, residents are encouraged to 'participate in activities designed to stimulate memory and improve cognitive function.' The team at Sunrise of Vienna works close ...
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Merrifield review score based on 1,639 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1639 reviews of 284 Merrifield memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Merrifield 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

Merrifield review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Merrifield, VA284 facilities
8.2
Arlington, VA169 facilities
8.6
Vienna, VA158 facilities

Review subcategories for Merrifield 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 1,639 reviews of 284 Merrifield memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Merrifield 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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Merrifield memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merrifield memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merrifield, 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 Merrifield 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 Merrifield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merrifield, VANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.6%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
77.1%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.5%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.2%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Merrifield 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 Merrifield Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merrifield, VANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.7%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
64.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.9%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.2%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merrifield 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 Merrifield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merrifield, VANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.5%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
73.2%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
69.4%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.7%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
49.6%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Merrifield 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 Merrifield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merrifield, VANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.4%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
63.4%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merrifield 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 Merrifield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merrifield, VANational
Activity director
Activity director
73.6%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.9%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.2%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.2%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.2%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
76.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
52.8%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Merrifield

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