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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gaithersburg, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Gaithersburg.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Gaithersburg for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 60 assisted living facilities in the Gaithersburg 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.
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.
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My mother in law spent her last year's at Home crest. It's was a gift to our family. It put our hearts and minds at ease for the professional attention to all the details both medical and emotional never...
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.
Homecrest Assisted Living is one of Springfield, Maryland prominent assisted living facility. We pride ourselves on caring for your loved one as if they were one of our own family members. The care our patients is our number one priority. Our staff is highly trained to care for your loved one...
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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.
JK House of Grace, Inc. is a privately owned and operated assisted living residence. We provide personal care and support services to seniors who need help with daily living as a result of physical or cognitive disabilities. Our residents receive assisted living while staying in a true...
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.
At JK House of Grace II, located in Silver Spring, MD, elderly residents experience quality senior living in a home environment that is welcoming and supportive. This assisted living residence is one of three JK House of Grace establishments. Each one is a small-scale assisted living group home....
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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.
The J'Rose Assisted Living Facility II is a senior care home located in Montgomery County in Silver Spring MD. This area is known for its natural beauty and the inviting atmosphere it has to offer. In the Silver Spring area, you will be able to find a variety of things to do, such as going to the...
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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.
At Silver Spring Assisted Living, great care begins with attention. Our stair-free residence accommodates 5 residents in 3 private rooms, 1 companion/shared room for 2, in a delightful dining setting, an expanded living/activity room, a long with a compassionate staff.We provide care that to...
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: 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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Gaithersburg, MD
The average cost of senior living in Gaithersburg is $8,592 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $5,577 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gaithersburg, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gaithersburg, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gaithersburg
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gaithersburg
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.
Gaithersburg review score based on 168 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 168 reviews of 60 Gaithersburg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gaithersburg 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
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Review subcategories for Gaithersburg 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 168 reviews of 60 Gaithersburg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gaithersburg 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.Gaithersburg, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Gaithersburg assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gaithersburg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg 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
80%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
73.3%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.7%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.3%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.7%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gaithersburg, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.7%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.3%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.7%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.3%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
35%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gaithersburg, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
55%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.7%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.3%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gaithersburg
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 Gaithersburg protect seniors.
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Avalon House on Laburnum Street, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Dominion Crest are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gaithersburg, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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