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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Melwood, MD
Assisted living costs in Melwood average about $5,665 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Melwood. Our detailed directory has 71 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: 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.
Pinnacle Assisted Living Pinnacle Assisted Living is a senior care home located in the beautiful contemporary city of Springdale, Maryland in Prince George County. The area is vibrant with many activities that the seniors get to enjoy. The seniors can go shopping whenever they want using the...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Sringtime Home I is located in beautiful Hyattsville, Maryland. This assisted living facility provides care for senior citizens who need assistance with daily living. We provide meal preparation, bathing and dressing and mobility. We specialize in intermediate care of the elderly who cannot live...
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Cost of assisted living in Melwood, MD
The average cost of senior living in Melwood is $5,665 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bowie, MD with an average of $5,408 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Melwood, MD
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What families are saying about assisted living in Melwood
Recent reviews for assisted living in Melwood
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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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.
Melwood assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melwood, 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 Melwood 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 Melwood 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
33.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.5%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
48.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.7%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Melwood 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 Melwood 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
55.6%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
3.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melwood 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 Melwood 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
3.7%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Melwood 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 Melwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
3.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
3.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melwood 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 Melwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
3.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3.7%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40.7%
52.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
3.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
3.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
7.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
3.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Melwood
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 Melwood 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 Melwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 28 assisted living facilities near Melwood, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Melwood, 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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