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My mom had most of the interactions, we only visited outside because of covid, they were good with scheduling visits and bringing him outside for us. Staff seemed friendly from what I was able to gather....
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon Assisted Living Facilities Avalon Assisted Living Facilities is a residential care home for seniors located in Potomac, Maryland in Montgomery County. Potomac is one of the wealthiest communities in the United States and offers all of the amenities and luxury that go along with it,...
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This a great home for men and women who have dementia. The staff is very responsible and kind. The home is very clean and well organized. Family members are welcome anytime. I, myself, would live there. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Avalon Assisted Living Facilities Avalon Assisted Living Facilities is a residential care home for seniors located in Bethesda, Maryland in Montgomery County. Bethesda is a thriving community just Northwest of Washington D.C., so you can share in the joy of all the historical, cultural, and...
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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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Montgomery Eldercare gets a 5 because they give my mother the best needed attention possible for her. I would recommend them for reasons already stated.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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She was very happy with the facility. My sister also told everyone she was very happy there. We felt that [name removed] was awesome. She went above and beyond for my sister. She was kind and caring...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Located in Rockville, Maryland, Absolute Assisted Living, Inc. is the ideal new home for your loved one who wants to remain independent but requires some assistance with activities of daily living. We have over an acre of beautiful country land where our experienced caregivers provide friendly...
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Safety, cleanliness, attentive staff, homemade meals, and resident happiness were used to evaluate many assisted living facilities and Assisted Living of Potomac ranked the highest for us. We could not be...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Assisted Living of Potomac is a senior care home that is located in the affluent city of Potomac, MD and in Montgomery county. Potomac gets its name for its close location to the famous Potomac River. It is also home to Bear Island. The group home setting is just a short walk to Watts Branch Park...
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We LOVED it, and so did my Dad! The facility is a mansion, the staff are SO patient & wonderful! When no other residential nursing home would take Dad, they did. And they took excellent care of him, and saw...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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The array of activities is superb. The members are outstanding colleagues. The associates deliver quality work. The Kisco management is not good at 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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas.  Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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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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They seem very caring and dedicated to supporting my loved one.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I am so very happy with the care my mother gets here, there are only 4 residents so the individual one-on-one care is fabulous. They take my mother out shopping with them, I know she is secure in a home...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
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My mother in law spent her last year's at Home crest. It's was a gift to our family. It put our hearts and minds at ease for the professional attention to all the details both medical and emotional never...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Homecrest Assisted Living is one of Springfield, Maryland prominent assisted living facility. We pride ourselves on caring for your loved one as if they were one of our own family members. The care our patients is our number one priority. Our staff is highly trained to care for your loved one...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
JK House of Grace, Inc. is a privately owned and operated assisted living residence.  We provide personal care and support services to seniors who need help with daily living as a result of physical or cognitive disabilities. Our residents receive assisted living while staying in a true...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At JK House of Grace II, located in Silver Spring, MD, elderly residents experience quality senior living in a home environment that is welcoming and supportive. This assisted living residence is one of three JK House of Grace establishments. Each one is a small-scale assisted living group home....
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The J'Rose Assisted Living Facility II is a senior care home located in Montgomery County in Silver Spring MD. This area is known for its natural beauty and the inviting atmosphere it has to offer. In the Silver Spring area, you will be able to find a variety of things to do, such as going to the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Silver Spring Assisted Living, great care begins with attention. Our stair-free residence accommodates 5 residents in 3 private rooms, 1 companion/shared room for 2, in a delightful dining setting, an expanded living/activity room, a long with a compassionate staff.We provide care that to...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I sincerely appreciate all of the wonderful loving care Gillian Williams-Luke provides for my father. She treats Dad as though he was her own father. She's an excellent nurse and has been an Angel to him AND...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Tranquil Loving Care is a senior care home that's located in Montgomery county, Gaithersburg, MD. The caring staff at the home provides assistance to seniors in a group home setting. The city of Gaithersburg is separated into east and west divisions with Interstate 270 separating them. The...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Derwood, MD

The average cost of senior living in Derwood is $6,037 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Konterra, MD with an average of $5,661 per month.

Assisted living costs in Derwood, MD, vs. nearby cities

Derwood, MD
$6,037/mo
$6,017/mo

Assisted living costs in Derwood, MD, vs. state and national averages

Derwood, MD
$6,037/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Derwood, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,037/mo
$7,139/mo

Assisted living costs in Derwood, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,418/mo
Private
$5,908/mo
Studio
$7,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,346/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,811/mo

Senior living costs in Derwood 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: Derwood, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDerwood, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$6,037/mo$5,325/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,139/mo$6,222/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,957/mo$3,929/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Derwood, MD:$6,037/mo
Maryland:$5,325/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Derwood, MD:$7,139/mo
Maryland:$6,222/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Derwood, MD:$4,957/mo
Maryland:$3,929/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Derwood, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Derwood 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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Assisted living cost trends in Derwood, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Derwood 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
Derwood, MD$6,992/mo$7,598/mo-8.0%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Derwood, MD
2024 average cost:$6,992/mo
2023 average cost:$7,598/mo
Percent change:-8.0%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,329/mo
2023 average cost:$6,201/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Derwood, MD

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Derwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Derwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Derwood

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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The Comforts of Home in Ellicott City, MD

4.6
I was referred to The Comforts of Home Randallstown location. However, that facility was full but they did have an opening in their Reisterstown location. All in all, I did like the Reisterstown location, both staff and overall facility appearance, except for the distance. Because of the ...
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Ingleside at Rock Creek, a CCRC in Washington, DC

4.4
One of the things a appreciate most at Ingleside is the cosmopolitan atmosphere: The majority of residents has lived overseas for an extended period of time, and usually in various countries all over the globe. Residents are well informed and take a keen interest in both domestic and ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. For instance, at Tribute at Black Hill, the team is described as 'great' and 'kind and attentive'. At Modena Reserve at Kensington, the staff's friendliness and approachability set the stage for ...
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Varied and engaging activities. A wide range of activities is appreciated by residents and their families in the reviews. For example, at Bedford Court, a CCRC, residents enjoy the different activities offered, and Tribute at Black Hill mentions the variety of exercises and cognitive activities. At HarborChase of Olney, ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of facilities are highlighted in many reviews. For instance, Modena Reserve at Kensington notes the first-rate facility at Modena Reserve, and Tribute at Black Hill describes the Tribute at Black Hill as a 'lovely', 'pretty', and 'bright' community. Several reviews ...
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Individualized care. Personalized care is a key feature noted in several reviews. For example, at Seaton Silver Spring, the nursing staff are praised for their exceptional care, and Brookdale Olney mentions the tailored approach to meeting individual residents' needs. At Bedford Court, a CCRC, the facility adj ...
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Extensive support services. Many communities offer extensive support services for residents. At Bedford Court, a CCRC, residents have access to amenities like a hair salon, x-ray machine, primary care doctor, podiatrist, and physical therapist. Sunrise of Chevy Chase highlights Sunrise at Chevy Chase's on-site caregive ...
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Communication and responsiveness. Clear and effective communication is crucial for ensuring resident satisfaction. For example, at Tribute at Black Hill, the team at Tribute at Black Hill is described as 'very responsive'. The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane praises Tuckerman for their attentiveness and quick response times. And ...
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Derwood review score based on 310 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 310 reviews of 81 Derwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Derwood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Derwood review score compared against nearby cities

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Derwood, MD81 facilities
8.7
Rockville, MD91 facilities
8.5

Review subcategories for Derwood assisted living

When assisted living 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 310 reviews of 81 Derwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Derwood resident and family assisted living 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
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4.1
Friendliness
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Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Derwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Derwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Derwood, 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 Derwood assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Derwood 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
79%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Derwood assisted living

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 Derwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Derwood assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Derwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Derwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
65.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Derwood assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Derwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Derwood, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
38.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Derwood assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Derwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Derwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.2%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.7%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
59.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Derwood

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Derwood protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

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The best assisted living facilities near you in Derwood, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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