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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Derwood, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in Derwood, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Derwood or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Derwood.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Derwood for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 82 assisted living facilities in the Derwood area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Barnaby Woods, Hawthorne and Brightwood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Fairfax and Leisure World.
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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.
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...
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: 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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My wife and I are very happy here. I have lived here since [date removed]. We looked at multiple houses before we choose The Brookeville House. Staff keeps the Brookeville House amazing! The staff, without...
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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Cost of assisted living in Derwood, MD
The average cost of senior living in Derwood is $7,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Barnesville, MD with an average of $6,293 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Derwood, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Derwood, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Derwood vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Derwood, MD by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Derwood, MD
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What families are saying about assisted living in Derwood
Recent reviews for assisted living in Derwood
Sunrise of Fair Oaks VA in Fairfax, VA
5.0
My parents current live at Fair oaks and for the last couple of months I have seen them flourish. The activities are always fun and right up my parents alley! The food by Chef [name removed] is delicious. [name removed] was extremely helpful with getting my parents settled in their new place. ...
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Tall Oaks Assisted Living in Reston, VA
4.3
Tall Oaks has been a good experience for us overall. Some staff is ok, some are fantastic. Overall we feel like our loved one is well cared for. We chose them because it seemed like the best fit.
Sunrise at Countryside in Sterling, VA
4.3
Everybody is very helpful and attentive to my needs. The staff come and check making sure I am okay. I haven't participated in activities yet since I'm still getting myself acclimated to my new environment. So far i am very happy and satisfied with my new place.
Derwood review score based on 243 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 243 reviews of 80 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
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 243 reviews of 80 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.Derwood, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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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.
Derwood, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.8%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.5%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
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.
Derwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.5%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.3%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.5%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.8%
13.3%
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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
32.5%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.3%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
12.5%
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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
40%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
38.8%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.3%
17.3%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.5%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
44.7%
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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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Derwood protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon House on Laburnum Street, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Dominion Crest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Derwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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