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Assisted living costs in Montgomery County average about $8,198 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 478 communities in Montgomery County. Our detailed directory has 9375 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Washington, Alexandria and Olney.

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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What we like the most about the community is that it is pleasant, very capable, easy to get to, good staff and good food for the residents. Yes, we would recommend The Magnolia House Assisted Living...
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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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington's primary focus is to provide care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. To visualize Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, picture four single level houses all connected by...
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There are really no structured activities and residents are put to bed very early. My husband has been there 4 months. I plan to speak with the manager about this one issue this week. They have been...
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.
Our mission is to promote independence and dignity for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. This commitment is reflected in the design of our community, and through the specialized program of care we provide.Our community is built on a foundation of dedication and deep...
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The staff are cheerful, kind, and caring. Several activities are offered daily. [name removed] is wonderful. I am very happy with the care they give.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Arden Courts of Silver Spring is a unique assisted living community that was built over 25 years ago and was designed exclusively for persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia's. Our community is the second community to be built out of the 50+ Arden’s in the United States. We...
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We worked mostly with the administrative staff that was extremely helpful in making a move that we needed to do very quickly. The one bedroom apartment was very well designed for my uncle and worked well...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well —  then Brookdale Potomac, a quiet three-story retirement community located in Potomac, Md., is the place for you. Our upscale community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
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Brighton Gardens, which we ultimately chose for my father, was the warmest, most social, polished and inclusive community out of the seven facilities we visited. We appreciated the hands-on tour, in-depth...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Brighton Gardens provides personal care in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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The staff is very attentive and caring. They have a lot of patience in situations that are often difficult. The apartments were beautifully designed-more storage space than we had thought. Residents in...
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.
The moment you walk through our door, you'll feel at home. From our warm, inviting fireplace to our cozy, family-like atmosphere, Sunrise at Montgomery Village is a step above the typical senior residence. For the past fifteen years, our caring and experienced staff has been helping seniors live...
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I love the location and people at Modena. The residents are very nice and the staff is amazing. I love to take walks in the city and when friends come for visit we walk around the block. I've greatly enjoyed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Modena Reserve Bethesda raises the bar for Assisted Living and Memory Care in the upscale urban suburb of Bethesda, Maryland. Expect an experience like no other, with unrivaled service and care of the highest quality. Best-in-class dining, gorgeous amenities, and convenient proximity to...
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Once they get up in the morning, they are not back in the room by themselves until bedtime. It is so nice that they keep everyone so active.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
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We loved the area. Friendliness of everyone, many exercise classes and lectures, rooms were spacious, food was good. Also free underground parking
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Five Star Senior Living, founded in 2001, is a trusted name in senior care with over 200 facilities and communities in 33 states. The standards that we have set inspire us to exceed what is expected — becoming a valued member of our community, striving to surpass every standard, and keeping...
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Photo of Potomac Courts
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It's a cozy community with four separate wings each wing has their own kitchen dining room leisure room with fireplace and outdoor space so it does not feel claustrophobic. There is a community room where...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Arden Courts of Potomac is a purpose built memory care community, for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and relate dementias.Our community is secure with outdoor courtyards and walking paths. We provide 24/7 care, which includes medication management,assistance with ADL’s, special...
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5 on all. Everything was fine. I have no complaints with anything. I would recommend Sunrise of Bethesda to other families based on our experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At Sunrise of Bethesda, located northwest of Washington, DC, in Montgomery County, our residents receive the highest level of care inside our community while enjoying access to some of the nation's premiere hospitals, located just minutes away.Our beautiful community offers assisted living and...
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Sycamore Acres is amazing! The owner and staff really care about the residents. They keep the place clean and are kind to everyone. The place is in a beautiful location, tranquil with beautiful wildlife 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.
Sycamore Acres II is located in Derwood, MD in Montgomery County. Our residential care home provides assistance to you in the kind of area that is quiet and relaxing. Those who spend time in Derwood enjoy all that Montgomery County offers including Seneca Creek State Park, Brookside Gardens,...
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The staff overall have been very warm and welcoming to my mom and our family. They have attempted to address any concerns or issues we have discussed. They have a Can Do attitude and seem to want to help....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Morningside House of Laurel is an assisted living community located in Laurel, Maryland in Prince George's County and home to just over 25,000 people. Laurel is a quiet town close to Baltimore and D.C. and residents will be able to take trips to shows, events and concerts. Residents will also be...
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Overall very happy with Modena It was expensive but worth it I felt like the caregivers truly cared for the residents. The rooms were lovely. It was a very classy place that I know my mom would have loved if...
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.
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My husband and I would rate everything a 5. However we've only been here 2-1/2 weeks and at the present time the elevator by our unit is "out" for the second time (which is inconvenient for someone...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Bedford Court is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with one of the lowest Entrance Fee that is 100% refundable. Located within walking distance of the Leisure World shopping center. Our community offers you a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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My best friend moved her parents here a couple of months ago and we visited them for the first time during the Labor Day cookout, and we can't believe how great the community is! The food was delicious, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Situated on the edge of an expansive park, Tribute at Black Hill offers a serene setting with access to major city conveniences. Equal distance from Baltimore and Washington, D.C., the community offers assisted living and memory care. Residents can rest easy knowing that their independence is...
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I love the staff. They are very professional. They constantly inform me of my Mothers progress and next month will be a year since we've been with them. I'm truly thankful and satisfied.
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.
CARING WELL AT AQUARIUSWhere we provide you the care, security, comfort, and close affinity you're looking for.Owned and managed by Carolyn Pasking, Caring Well has been serving the Silver Spring community for over 10 years! Nurse Carolyn offers 20+ years of nursing experience. Having served as a...
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It met all of our needs and in short order. The staff are very prompt and helpful, and the housing is clean and organized. I would recommend to others
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.
Our mission is to promote independence and dignity for residents diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. This commitment is reflected in the design of our community, and through the specialized program of care we provide.Our community is built on a foundation of dedication and deep...
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After our elderly friend, with diabetes, developed a foot wound, we were looking for a better facility. [name removed] knew the expertise and level of care our dear friend would need. We felt very...
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.
Able Plus Assisted Living was established in March 2016. It is owned and managed by a registered dietitian in partnership with a registered nurse with over 30 years of combined senior care experience in the state of Maryland.Our community is located in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood in Silver...
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The management and staff take a personal interest in the residents, and look for ways to engage and encourage them including personal touches like hanging pictures for them. Overall the facility is clean and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Welcome to Aspenwood Senior Living Community, a Five Star Senior Living community! Well-established in Montgomery County since 1989, this neighborhood setting is convenient to shopping and medical services. Our Independent and Assisted Living apartments are not part of a high rise, further...
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The staff here is 5 stars.I would put my own Mamma in here. Food is excellent. Very clean. Attention is paid to medication distribution. Inmates are very well taken care of. Very friendly atmosphere.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Artis of Olney Memory Care by Artis is proud to be 2026 Great Place to Work Certified. Olney Assisted Living is located outside of Washington, DC, near Lake Needwood and Sandy Spring Museum. Nearby shopping at Washington DC, Georgetown, VA, Baltimore, MD, and Potomac, MD. Honoring Yesterday,...
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We are really pleased with everything. My mom is in a suite. She has her own bedroom and shares a bathroom and a common area. All very clean and nice. The overall place is cheery and always active. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Located just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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So far our experience has been great being about one month. We would rate a 5. What we like the most about the community is the excellent food, the cleanliness of the facility, the courtyard and everyone is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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He experienced warmth and care at Brookeville House.[name removed], the nurse, went above and beyond. Very organized. Quickly got set up for care. Exceeded all expectations. Night and day difference from...
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.
Sunshine House at BrookevilleSunshine House at Brookeville is a senior residential care home that is located in the small town of Brookeville, MD and in Montgomery county. Brookeville is home to the beautiful Reddy Branch Stream Valley Park and is just north of Washington D.C. The group home...

Cost of assisted living in Montgomery County, MD

The average cost of senior living in Montgomery County is $8,198 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Airy, MD with an average of $6,671 per month.

Assisted living costs in Montgomery County, MD, vs. nearby counties

Montgomery County, MD
$8,198/mo

Assisted living costs in Montgomery County, MD, vs. state and national averages

Montgomery County, MD
$8,198/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Montgomery County, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$8,198/mo
$9,150/mo

Assisted living costs in Montgomery County, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,061/mo
Studio
$4,969/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,320/mo

Senior living costs in Montgomery County 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: Montgomery County, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMontgomery County, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$8,198/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,150/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,934/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Montgomery County, MD:$8,198/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Montgomery County, MD:$9,150/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Montgomery County, MD:$4,934/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Montgomery County, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Montgomery County 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.

Montgomery County, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Montgomery County, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Montgomery County 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Montgomery County, MD$7,386/mo$6,862/mo+7.6%
Maryland$6,529/mo$6,133/mo+6.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Montgomery County, MD
2024 average cost:$7,386/mo
2023 average cost:$6,862/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,529/mo
2023 average cost:$6,133/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Montgomery County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Montgomery County

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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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Divine Care Assisted Living Inc in Baltimore, MD

4.3
The facility ca be described as a detached home that has been very tastefully refurbished and decorated. My family and I were impressed with the cleanliness, the furniture (brand new) and it has all of the up to date amenities. Mr. Benjamin has been very kind, respectful and patient with my ...
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Montgomery County review score based on 1,793 family reviews

8.3
Review score478 facilities1793 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1793 reviews of 478 Montgomery County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Montgomery County 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

Montgomery County review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Montgomery County, MD478 facilities
8.4
Howard County, MD481 facilities
8.7

Review subcategories for Montgomery County 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 1,793 reviews of 478 Montgomery County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Montgomery County 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.
Montgomery County, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.5
Care services
3.1
3.2
Staff
3.3
3.4
Meals & dining
3.1
3.1
Activities
3.0
3.1
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Montgomery County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Montgomery County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Montgomery County, 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 Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.4%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
53.1%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.4%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Montgomery County 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 Montgomery County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Montgomery County, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.9%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.9%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.2%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
34.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Montgomery County

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