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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Forest Heights, MD
Assisted living costs in Forest Heights average about $5,839 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 73 communities in Forest Heights. Our detailed directory has 880 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Set along the Potomac River and minutes from Georgetown, The Fitzgerald of Palisades offers a best-of-both-worlds lifestyle that’s easily accessible to Palisades’ charming main street corridor and all that Washington D.C. has to offer. Come tour with us today!
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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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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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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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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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: 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.
Sunset Home for the Elderly is a small, senior care facility located in Alameda, California. We offer a cozy environment for senior citizens to enjoy their Golden Years, all while being less than a mile away from Shoreline Drive and the beach. The area is a peaceful and accommodating community...
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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.
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.
Serenity Assisted Living II is a residential care home in the historic city of Upper Marlboro, Maryland in Prince George's County. Just a stone's throw from our nation's capital, the city of Upper Marlboro has some wonderful attractions like Montpelier Farms which offers an interactive experience...
Cost of assisted living in Forest Heights, MD
The average cost of senior living in Forest Heights is $5,839 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Melwood, MD with an average of $5,661 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest Heights, MD vs. nearby cities
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest Heights, MD by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Heights, MD
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Private income options in Maryland
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VA benefits in Maryland
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Medicare and Medicaid in Maryland
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What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Heights
Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Heights
Modena Reserve at Kensington
5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.
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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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA
5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them
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Communication between families and staff. Residents and their families appreciate clear and effective communication from the staff at various communities. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. However, some families m ...
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Personalized care for unique resident needs. Families often praise the accommodating nature of caregivers at different communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Chevy Chase, the executive director is described as energetic and approachable, and staff members work together effectively to address individual resident needs. At Paul Spring C ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the food is praised for its delicious options, and at Vitality Living Arlington, the dining room staff cater to residents' needs. However, it's important to ...
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Engaging activities for socializing and staying active. Active and social residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various communities. For instance, at Vitality Living Arlington, there are French conversation classes, wine tastings, movie theaters, and hair salons. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the Activities Team organizes ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of the community. Maintaining a clean and well-kept environment is a priority at many communities. At Paul Spring Community, the community is described as beautiful and well-maintained, inside and out. At Aarondale Community, the caregivers, housekeepers, and dining team all contribute to the cleanliness and ...
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Responsive and caring staff. Friendly and caring staff members are essential for a positive living experience. At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, staff members work together as a team to provide excellent care, and at Spring Hills Mount Vernon, staff go above and beyond to meet residents' needs. Families appreciate the dedicati ...
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Forest Heights review score based on 154 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 154 reviews of 53 Forest Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Forest 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
Forest Heights review score compared against nearby cities
8.4
Forest Heights, MD53 facilities
8.4
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Review subcategories for Forest 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 154 reviews of 53 Forest Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest 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.Forest Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Forest Heights assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest 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 Forest 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 Forest Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.6%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forest 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 Forest Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.8%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest 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 Forest Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest 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 Forest Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
35.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest 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 Forest Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.1%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.1%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.8%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
28.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.4%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest 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 Forest Heights protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 73 assisted living facilities near Forest Heights, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Forest Heights, Maryland are Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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