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Assisted living costs in Dickerson average about $5,668 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 532 communities in Dickerson. Our detailed directory has 8271 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Heatherwood Retirement Community
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Heatherwood is has been a wonderful experience for my father. He's very happy there. He really likes the staff, outings and the activities. The staff is attentive, listens, treats residents with respect and...
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.
Experience Senior Care at HeatherwoodNestled in a charming residential setting in Burke, Virginia, Heatherwood stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just a short drive from D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, premier retirement community, and...
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Staff has been very welcoming and extremely helpful in assisting my father adjust to living in the community. He seems to like the food (no complaints yet lol). Facility is very clean and comfortable....
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas is located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia. You’ll feel like you’ve come home. Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas offers the conveniences and comforts of home with a personalized level of care and assistance...
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What we like the most about the community is the value for the money, administrative staff, and friendliness of residents. Yes, we would definitely recommend The Fairfax community to other families based on...
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.
The Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, VA and is the perfect option for individuals over the age of 55 looking to enjoy and active, fulfilling life with none of worries of home-ownership. Meals, housekeeping and maintenance are included in...
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the facility that my dad went to was nice, had a bumpy start with his meds but got that worked out and they were very responsive. My dad's room was very nice and spacious. He wasn't a fan of the food he said...
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.
Morningside House at Satyr Hill is an assisted living community located in Parkville, Maryland in Baltimore County and home to just over 30,000 people. Residents will be able to enjoy quiet, park-like settings while still being close to area shops, malls, restaurants, movies, museums and sporting...
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I have a problem with them in that they charged me [removed] for the first month and my husband only lived two weeks, he died on [date removed] last year and entered Viva ( it was Commonwealth then). I was...
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.
At Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville, we keep our focus on those we assist with the utmost respect and appreciation. Located on a hillside in Cockeysville, MD, only 17 miles from Baltimore, we’re known for our individualized care. Our stand-alone cottages, one for our memory care and one for...
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I had a unique experience in that I chose this facility for my mother however, the week before she was to move in, she had to go to the hospital and unfortunately she never was able to live there. The sales...
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.
Located just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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The food choices could be improved one but I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
For over 25 years, Harmony Hall has been a trusted cornerstone of the Howard County community, offering residents a vibrant, fulfilling lifestyle in an environment where they can truly thrive. We are dedicated to empowering residents with independence, fostering meaningful social connections, and...
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Staff is thoughtful and caring of the residents. When issues occur whether impacting residents , staff or both, solutions are offered. Safety , good health and fun are priorities. Our family is very...
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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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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I would definitely recommend Sunrise. The office staff are caring, helpful, and knowledgeable. They were wonderful with my husband and very attentive and friendly with me. We felt so comfortable there.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Seaton Sharpsburg Pike
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5 's for everything except administrative staff 4 for them. What we like the most about the community is the food quality and options, friendly staff, activities offered.
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.
Somerford House offers general Assisted Living on a beautifully landscaped campus in Hagerstown. Staff is on duty 24 hours a day to support and guide our residents, who experience gracious living and easy access to shopping, places of worship, and medical offices. Step inside our doors to...
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The staff is exceptionally responsive to my father who has Alzheimer's. They take care of him in ways that I certainly know I could not do. I would recommend them to others who are searching for memory care...
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.
Bethany Living II is located in Frederick, MD in Frederick County. This residential care home gives you the independence that you are seeking while supporting you and allowing you to live in a great area. Those who spend time in Frederick as residents or guests appreciate all that it offers...
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The staff is what truly what makes the place different from the rest. Both [name removed] and the other young lady have truly gone above and beyond, not to provide just care but genuine kindness 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.
Avalon House Of Hardwood Lane offers internationally recognized levels of care and comfortable living in an environment of world-class, well-designed accommodations. With support services that are unmatched, Avalon House provides attentive, loving, individualized levels of assistance while...
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My parents are bed-ridden, but are taken well care of. The staff is friendly. The house is kept very clean and free of odors. The manager is very involved and is present whenever an ambulance is called or...
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.
Bryant Woods Assisted Living offers short & long term care to residents living in the Columbia Maryland and Baltimore, DC Maryland Metro area. We provide a loving home environment with 24-hour care for one affordable monthly rate. We respect the dignity of our residents and strive to provide...
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Before visiting Charter, I thought it was terrible to send a loved one to any assisted living place. Visit a few. People are drugged up, sitting stationary for hours, waiting to die. Then I visited Charter....
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.
Somerford Place is the result of extensive research into the needs of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our specially designed building nestled in Columbia is secure, supportive and feels like home. Our staff strives to offer quality services to our residents, promoting...
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Staff is wonderful. The place is small enough that they know all the residents and they know their families too! And genuinely seem to care about the residents.
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.
You can live well and age well when you come home to our stunning and stately luxury senior living community in Woodbridge, Va., 25 miles south of Washington, D.C. Our community offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, so should your needs change over time, and you require memory...
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I love the fact that they take them out for like museum trips, dinner or lunch just a country drive and the staff I find is very friendly. I would definitely recommend Commonwealth Senior Living.
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Front Royal has served its Front Royal neighbors for 15 years. Ideally located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, This community offers both the beauty of the valley and the warmth of a loving family. Locally owned and operated, Commonwealth Senior Living offers...
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5 across the board. We're very happy with Poet's Walk...All of the staff, from the front office people to those involved in day-to-day care, know the residents, interact with them and help doing whatever...
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.
Poet’s Walk Leesburg, A Spring Hills Memory Care Community in Leesburg, VA is located in Loudoun County. Residents of Poet’s Walk, A Spring Hills Memory Care Community enjoy private suites with private showers. Our Fresh Approach to Memory Care together with our outstanding senior housing, allows...
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Facility & staff are very friendly & kind. Cleanliness of my husband's room needs to be improved greatly. Patients really care a lot about one another.
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.
About the facilityThe Ridge at SterlingAt The Ridge at Sterling, discover exceptional care options for independent living, assisted living, and respite care. This community’s comforting campus in Sterling, Virginia, offers an inviting homestyle atmosphere and lies tucked away in a residential...
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The place was recently renovated so that was nice. The food could be really improved for more nutrition and softer texture for easier consumption for the elderly
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.
Just a few minutes from Pike and Rose, 495 access and the Strathmore Music Center, The Terraces at Tuckerman Lane is both centrally located and beautifully situated on the Bethesda Trolley Trail. Our community offers Assisted Living, Enhanced Care and Memory Focused services and provide skilled...
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The only concern is feeling more active and independent than many of the other residents in the dining room and at group activities. One person moves at a different pace, but overall they've enjoyed almost...
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.
Five Star Senior Living, founded in 2001, is a trusted name in senior care with over 200 facilities and communities in 33 states. The standards that we have set inspire us to exceed what is expected — becoming a valued member of our community, striving to surpass every standard, and keeping...
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My husband is receiving excellent care at Brookdale Potomac for his dementia and diabetes. The staff are extremely professional and genuinely care about the residents. They have an extraordinary range of...
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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well —  then Brookdale Potomac, a quiet three-story retirement community located in Potomac, Md., is the place for you. Our upscale community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
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I thought the staff was very caring and the admin for the most part were very responsive. Sometimes a shortage of staff or if alert button was pressed-could take up to 30 minutes for someone to check the...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Recently visited my Mother In-law at Arden Courts Pikesville. The community was very clean and cozy. The staff is always friendly and attentive to my MIL needs. I am very thankful Memory Care communities...
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.
Springhouse of Pikesville is a gracious home and assisted senior living community. With more than 20 years of experience, Springhouse enables residents to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle in an environment that includes personal care, medical support, and engaging activities.Conveniently located in...
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The staff was very helpful and stayed in contact with me, I live in Montana. When I first went there couldn't believe how clean and new it looked. Room was very nice and clean. I visited Dad every day when I...
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.
Welcome to HeartFields, A Five Star Senior Living Community! Located in the Dearbought neighborhood, our beautiful, home-like, community, you will find 24-hour licensed nursing, dedicated caregivers, a secure dementia / Alzheimer's area, individual care plans, an on-site team of professionals,...
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Cost of assisted living in Dickerson, MD

The average cost of senior living in Dickerson is $5,668 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Walkersville, MD with an average of $5,282 per month.

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

Dickerson, MD
$5,669/mo

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

Dickerson, MD
$5,669/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,669/mo
$7,335/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,150/mo
Private
$5,208/mo
Studio
$6,805/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,098/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,226/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,976/mo

Senior living costs in Dickerson 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: Dickerson, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDickerson, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,669/mo$5,327/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,335/mo$6,223/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living$5,336/mo$3,930/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Dickerson, MD:$5,669/mo
Maryland:$5,327/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Dickerson, MD:$7,335/mo
Maryland:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Dickerson, MD:$5,336/mo
Maryland:$3,930/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dickerson, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dickerson 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.

Dickerson, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Dickerson, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dickerson 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
Dickerson, MD$6,333/mo$6,316/mo+0.3%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Dickerson, MD
2024 average cost:$6,333/mo
2023 average cost:$6,316/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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 Dickerson, 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 Dickerson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dickerson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dickerson

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC

4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and compassionate staff. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at various communities, such as Fox Hill, Sunrise of Mt Vernon, and Sunrise of Vienna, who have formed long-term bonds with residents and their families.
Diverse range of activities. Communities like Lorien Harmony Hall, Tall Oaks Assisted Living, and Tribute at Melford offer a wide range of activities that cater to residents' interests, from hobbies to social events, ensuring that everyone remains engaged and active.
Quality dining experiences. Residents at Harpers Station Gainesville, Charter Senior Living of Bowie, and Spring Arbor of Severna Park enjoy the high-quality food offerings and accommodations for dietary restrictions, which contribute to their overall satisfaction with their living experience.
Thoughtfully designed facilities. Communities like Spring Arbor of Winchester, Sunrise of Columbia, and Independence Court of Hyattsville boast clean, well-maintained facilities with updated amenities and personalized living spaces, creating a comfortable and homelike atmosphere.
Proactive communication with families. Families at Lorien Harmony Hall, Harmony at Martinsburg, and Independence Court of Hyattsville appreciate the open and frequent communication between staff and families, ensuring that everyone is informed and involved in their loved ones' care.
Accessible and accommodating staff. Communities like The Ridge at Sterling, Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City, and Brighton Gardens of Columbia prioritize accommodating residents' unique needs and preferences, with staff members going above and beyond to make daily life easier and more enjoyable.
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Dickerson review score based on 1,804 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1804 reviews of 480 Dickerson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dickerson 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

Dickerson review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dickerson, MD480 facilities
8.2
Barnesville, MD7 facilities
8.6
Poolesville, MD19 facilities

Review subcategories for Dickerson 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 1,804 reviews of 480 Dickerson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dickerson 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.
Dickerson, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dickerson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dickerson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dickerson, 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 Dickerson 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 Dickerson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
52.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dickerson 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 Dickerson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dickerson 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 Dickerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dickerson 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 Dickerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.6%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
39.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dickerson 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 Dickerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dickerson, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
48%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.4%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.4%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.9%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dickerson

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 Dickerson protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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