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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in District Heights, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in District Heights, 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 District Heights or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in District Heights.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in District Heights for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 52 assisted living facilities in the District Heights 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 Chevy Chase, Barnaby Woods and Hawthorne.
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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in District Heights, MD
The average cost of senior living in District Heights is $8,121 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bladensburg, MD with an average of $7,653 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in District Heights, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in District Heights, MD vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in District Heights vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in District Heights, MD by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in District Heights over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in District Heights
Recent reviews for assisted living in District Heights
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.
Heartlands Assisted Living at Severna Park
5.0
After touring several communities, we couldn't be happier with our choice of Heartland’s for our mom! The staff is friendly and attentive. Mom loves the meals, activities and entertainment. The management team is always available and keeps us informed. Mom’s adjustment was easy. She feels ...
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Avalon House on Cawdor Court in McLean, VA
4.8
I would give a 5 in all categories except for meals and activities. I would give both of those a 3 or 4. I just think the resident, my mother in law, just didn't really enjoy those offerings. But that could have been more on her than the staff.
District Heights review score based on 47 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 52 District Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The District Heights 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
District Heights review score compared against nearby cities
8.0
District Heights, MD52 facilities
8.4
Capitol Heights, MD65 facilities
8.4
Morningside, MD42 facilities
Review subcategories for District Heights 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 47 reviews of 52 District Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare District Heights 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.District Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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District Heights assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in District Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in District Heights, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in District Heights 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 District Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.7%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.2%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.1%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.5%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.3%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in District Heights 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 District Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.9%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.5%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.6%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in District Heights 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 District Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.5%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.3%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
17.3%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.8%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in District Heights 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 District Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
District Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.6%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
13.5%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
11.5%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in District Heights 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 District Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
District Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.8%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.5%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19.2%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.6%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.5%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
17.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
19.2%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
11.5%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.8%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
17.3%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in District Heights
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 District Heights protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Dominion Crest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near District Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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