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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kensington Estates, MD
Assisted living costs in Kensington Estates average about $5,696 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 127 communities in Kensington Estates. Our detailed directory has 1268 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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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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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 the Sylvestery, we believe that for those with dementia, every moment of the day is an opportunity to experience meaning and comfort. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS is the philosophy behind the specialized interactive programs to provide cognitive and physical engagement to the...
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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.
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.
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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.
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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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I am very pleased with it. I can't say enough nice things about Marie the owner, and all of the other families seem to be very comfortable with her as well. It's very clean, and the staff is small so they...
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.
Monique's Home Assisted LivingMonique's Home Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Prince George's county, Beltsville, MD. Care is provided in a group home setting. The quaint community is located within a humid subtropical climate that creates hot summers and mild-to-cool...
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I've been very pleased with the service they've provided here. Mom seems so much happier since moving here, whenever I visit her she is always smiling! The staff here are experienced and professional, and...
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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.
We know how difficult a decision it is to entrust your loved one to an assisted living home, rest assured that taking care of your loved one is our number one concern. We provide a safe, caring, loving, and nurturing environment for our residents. We are waiting to welcome...
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
Cost of assisted living in Kensington Estates, MD
The average cost of senior living in Kensington Estates is $5,696 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ashton-Sandy Spring, MD with an average of $5,528 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kensington Estates, MD
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What families are saying about assisted living in Kensington Estates
Recent reviews for assisted living in Kensington Estates
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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Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD
5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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Arcadia of Crofton II in Gambrills, MD
4.4
The community has activities. The facility is a very home style setting, small number of patients, the staff is a 4-1 staff ratio. The director is very personable and helpful. The room my brother is in is his and can set it up anyway he wants. It is about as homey as you can get.
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Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at their community, with some specifically praising their dedication to residents' well-being at Sunrise of Vienna, Independence Court of Hyattsville, and Sterling Care Hillhaven.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Residents' families appreciate the clear and consistent communication they receive from staff, with several reviews highlighting the responsiveness and attentiveness of staff at Fox Hill, Sunrise of Vienna, and Brookdale Potomac.
Tailored activities for various interests. Communities offer a range of activities to cater to the diverse interests of their residents. Examples include movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes at Fox Hill, Sunrise of Vienna, and Sunrise of McLean Village.
Well-maintained facilities and accommodations. Residents and families consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community facilities and accommodations, with mentions of pristine bathrooms, newly renovated patios, and updated common areas at Fox Hill, Independence Court of Hyattsville, and .
Individualized care and attention. Several reviews describe the thoughtful and personalized care provided by staff, ensuring each resident's unique needs are met, such as at Independence Court of Hyattsville, Sunrise of Vienna, and Modena Reserve at Kensington.
Nutritious and delicious meals. Quality food is a common theme in residents' positive reviews, with praise for the excellent dining experiences and accommodations for dietary restrictions at Fox Hill, , and {{63199}}.
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Kensington Estates review score based on 396 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 396 reviews of 114 Kensington Estates assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Kensington Estates 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
Kensington Estates review score compared against nearby cities
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Review subcategories for Kensington Estates 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 396 reviews of 114 Kensington Estates assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kensington Estates 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.Kensington Estates, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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Kensington Estates assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kensington Estates assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kensington Estates, 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 Kensington Estates 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 Kensington Estates 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
71.1%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.4%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.3%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kensington Estates 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 Kensington Estates 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
78.1%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.6%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.8%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kensington Estates 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 Kensington Estates partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.7%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.6%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Kensington Estates 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 Kensington Estates communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.6%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kensington Estates 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 Kensington Estates offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.9%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.2%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.9%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.8%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kensington Estates
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 Kensington Estates protect seniors.
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