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Assisted living costs in Fort Washington average about $5,963 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 34 communities in Fort Washington. Our detailed directory has 725 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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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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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Unfortunately my loved one was only here very briefly before her care needs increased to the point where she needed a skilled nursing facility, but overall I thought they did a good job for the level of care...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Labier Assisted Living  has two small (8 residents) homes in  quiet residential neighborhoods. Specializing in taking care of people who have memory impairments, Labier Assisted Living  provides continuity of care by staff who have been employed for over 6 years and...
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Washington, MD

The average cost of senior living in Fort Washington is $5,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Plata, MD with an average of $5,298 per month.

Assisted living costs in Fort Washington, MD, vs. nearby cities

Fort Washington, MD
$5,963/mo

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

Fort Washington, MD
$5,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Washington, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,963/mo
$7,388/mo

Assisted living costs in Fort Washington, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,839/mo
Private
$4,623/mo
Studio
$6,271/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,290/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,466/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,966/mo

Senior living costs in Fort Washington 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: Fort Washington, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFort Washington, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,963/mo$5,319/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,388/mo$6,220/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$5,168/mo$3,921/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Fort Washington, MD:$5,963/mo
Maryland:$5,319/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Fort Washington, MD:$7,388/mo
Maryland:$6,220/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Fort Washington, MD:$5,168/mo
Maryland:$3,921/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Fort Washington, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Fort Washington 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.
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Fort Washington, MD$5,812/mo$5,260/mo+10.5%
Maryland$6,201/mo$5,701/mo+8.8%
National$5,129/mo$4,794/mo+7.0%
Fort Washington, MD
2024 average cost:$5,812/mo
2023 average cost:$5,260/mo
Percent change:+10.5%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,201/mo
2023 average cost:$5,701/mo
Percent change:+8.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,129/mo
2023 average cost:$4,794/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Washington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Washington

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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Prince of Peace IV in Cheltenham, MD

5.0
I would recommend Prince of Peace IV to others. It feels like home and the environment is pleasing and clean. The move in process was very simple. I rate the care very high, as they notice any small changes in my mother's health and alert me immediately.

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

Communication between families and staff. Residents and their families express the importance of clear and effective communication with community staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness, warmth, and attentiveness of staff members in creating a welcoming environment for residents. For example, at The Charleston Senior Community, the staff went above and beyond to provide excellent care for a resident's mother and have been recommended ...
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Variety of engaging activities. A range of activities catering to residents' interests helps keep them active and engaged, with movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more mentioned in several reviews. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, residents appreciate the variety of activities offered, which includes flower arrangi ...
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Thoughtfully managed transitions. Several reviews mention the ease and support provided during the move-in process, with staff going above and beyond to make the transition smooth for both residents and their families. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the team helped a resident's family with a FaceTime tour of the facility and accommo ...
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Individualized attention for unique needs. Personalized care and accommodations cater to residents' unique requirements, as seen in reviews where staff members accommodated dietary restrictions and made adjustments to improve residents' daily lives. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the staff's ability to foster individual connections and ...
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Responsive and attentive care. Communication and attention to residents' needs are crucial for their well-being and satisfaction. At Sunrise of Alexandria, staff are praised for their ability to provide responsive care and accommodate resident requests, ensuring a sense of safety and comfort.
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Fort Washington review score based on 124 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 124 reviews of 28 Fort Washington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fort Washington 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

Fort Washington review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Fort Washington, MD28 facilities
8.8
National Harbor, MD61 facilities
8.7
Forest Heights, MD70 facilities

Review subcategories for Fort Washington 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 124 reviews of 28 Fort Washington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Washington 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
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Fort Washington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Washington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington 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
75%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
82.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fort Washington, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
89.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fort Washington, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fort Washington, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fort Washington, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Washington

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