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Assisted living costs in Ripley average about $6,113 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 409 communities in Ripley. Our detailed directory has 7212 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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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Columbia
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Our experience was coming from an assisted living facility where my mom fell and broke her nose on day 1, different staff all the time, our #1 request of socialization for our mom and they rarely brought her...
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 of Columbia is located in the planned city of Columbia, Maryland, a city nationally ranked as one of the 10 Best Places to Live by MONEY, CNN, and FORBES. Against the perfect blend of parks, walking paths, and abundant shopping, Brighton Gardens of Columbia offers a beautifully...
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The staff - personal care, PT, OT, reception, nursing - are kind and competent. Mom likes her room. The food is okay and is the reason for the 4 stars.
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas is located on a beautifully-landscaped estate in historic Old Town Manassas, Virginia. You’ll feel like you’ve come home. Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas offers the conveniences and comforts of home with a personalized level of care and assistance...
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In January of this year, due to a medical situation involving my 98-year-old mother, our family was faced with the important decision of finding a senior living community that could provide not only the...
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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Our overall experience is definitely 5 stars. The staff is very friendly, welcoming, I have no negative comments on anything. Food, choices, service, cleanliness, all great.
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 Fairfax is a continuing care retirement community conveniently located near Fort Belvoir, VA and is the perfect option for individuals over the age of 55 looking to enjoy and active, fulfilling life with none of worries of home-ownership. Meals, housekeeping and maintenance are included in...
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We're having an issue with care staff just walking in the room, my aunt was doing therapy and she had the same staff member come in multiple times. Overall the facility is beautiful and the staff has been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Discovery Commons at Wildewood is an assisted living community located in California, St. Mary's County, Maryland. This is natures paradise, surrounded by lush bushes and wildlife our community has a resort feel with a very clean, comfortable atmosphere.We are a very active community which also...
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Wanted to send a thank you out to the caregiving and management staff at Charter Senior Living of Columbia for helping my mother through what turned out to be the final stages of dementia. The caregiving...
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.
Somerford Place is the result of extensive research into the needs of people with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our specially designed building nestled in Columbia is secure, supportive and feels like home. Our staff strives to offer quality services to our residents, promoting...
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They are updating the common room areas, which I think will be nice. The woman who I worked with at the beginning was amazing but the second woman that took her place cause she was let go was not so great....
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.
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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Cleaning staff is really amazing, but I feel you guys need to hire more cleaning staff ( they don't have enough time to do all Chores), rooms are usually not very clean. I will recommend the place!
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.
Poet’s Walk Leesburg, A Spring Hills Memory Care Community in Leesburg, VA is located in Loudoun County. Residents of Poet’s Walk, A Spring Hills Memory Care Community enjoy private suites with private showers. Our Fresh Approach to Memory Care together with our outstanding senior housing, allows...
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Very well pleased with everything except I am still waiting on a copy of the contract and no response on phone calls text messages and emails on information I need to submit to the Veterans Administration....
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.
Welcome to Cambridge Gardens Assisted LivingDiscover the best of Fredericksburg at Cambridge Gardens, where comfort, care, and connection come together in the heart of Lee’s Hill. Just moments from shops, entertainment, and trusted medical services, our single-level, maintenance-free community is...
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My father really likes the food and I no longer have to worry whether or not he is eating adequately. It is very clean and smells good. They are short staffed and it takes a long time for my father to get...
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.
Our community in Bowie, Md., offers an engaging social life that will pull you away from the TV and into card and board games, happy hour socials, fitness classes, lively meals and fun outings. You’ll find other seniors to bond with over mutual interests and common experiences, such as career...
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Photo of Harper's Station Memory Care
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
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.
Photo of Spring Arbor of Leesburg
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Staff is thoughtful and caring of the residents. When issues occur whether impacting residents , staff or both, solutions are offered. Safety , good health and fun are priorities. Our family is very...
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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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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Marian Manor has a comfortable feeling. It is nice that family members can come and go without any hassles. They have dogs that roam in and out so you have to be tolerant of that situation.
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.
Being surrounded by friendly professional staff, family, friends are the things that make a house a home is the very essence of Marian Manor.We provide special services in the comfort of our home, in a country setting on 12 acres while tending to the needs of the residents. They maintain self...
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My husband is currently a resident at Avalon House on Laburnum Street. He moved there after a very difficult experience at a larger memory care place. Avalon House's smaller group home has provided...
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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Sunrise at RTC has been the best option for my mother, and I’m truly thankful we chose to place her there. The staff is excellent—communication has always been personal, direct, and transparent. Meals are...
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.
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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Caring staff. Clean home. They keep my mother clean- regular baths, quick to change her when needed, very communicative. There won't be too many activities from what I can tell. They do gather in the 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.
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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Overall experience is a 4, they don't communicate much. The cleanliness is a 5, the place is new and well kept, no funky smells. Friendliness is a 5, they smile, call my mom by name, know her needs. Quality...
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 Bay Village is a state-of-the-art Assisted Living and Dementia Care community nestled on 3 acres of a tranquil wooded setting while still being convenient to shopping and downtown Annapolis. Staying true to the vision of Annapolis, Sunrise at Bay Village has planned a community that...
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This is for Amber Woods Manor, where my Dad resides (under same management as Bryant Woods Manor). The staff is friendly and helpful. They stay in constant communication if supplies are needed or if there is...
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.
Bryant Woods Assisted Living offers short & long term care to residents living in the Columbia Maryland and Baltimore, DC Maryland Metro area. We provide a loving home environment with 24-hour care for one affordable monthly rate. We respect the dignity of our residents and strive to provide...
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Harmony it Falls Run has been good overall. Lots of social opportunities for the residents and [name removed] likes the food. The cleaning isn't the greatest, but the staff is super nice and generally...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Welcome to Harmony at Falls RunIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Fredericksburg, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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Avalon House will always hold a special place in our hearts. My 99-year-old mom lived there for the final four months of her life, and we are deeply grateful for the exceptional care she received. The staff...
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.
Avalon House on Gerard Court is a high quality assisted living facility located in Falls, Church Virginia. We pride ourselves in offering a first class facility to seniors. We also provide nursing care, an on staff physician, podiatrist, dentist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and...
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We were especially appreciative of the end of life care offered by Sunrise at Bethesda. They paired seamlessly with the Jewish Social Services Agency (JSSA), to make my brother's death dignified and peaceful
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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My mother would prefer for the good Lord to take her, so she does not use her call button the way she should — which has resulted in several falls. Because of that, the staff put her in a higher tier of care...
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.
A Vibrant and Engaging CommunitySpecialized design and décor that promotes comfort and safety—consistent with the area’s architectural character.Programs and events calendar that encourages each resident to Live With Purpose™ every day.You’ll enjoy cuisine tailored to your tastes and...
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Everything at the Sheridan is top notch. They get back to emails timely, the facility is very clean and my dad is thriving there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
The Sheridan at Severna Park, has newly opened as of August 2023. We offer upscale senior living in a desirable Maryland location between Baltimore and Annapolis. Residing between the Magothy and Severn rivers, our beautifully-appointed community will feature a nautical aesthetic fit for an area...
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They were amazing and I'd highly recommend them. It was my sister that was at Aarondale and she was only there for five weeks. She was on hospice for pancreatic cancer. So I can't speak to amenities social...
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.
Experience Senior Care at AarondaleSurrounded by lovely gardens and a meticulously landscaped setting in Springfield, Virginia, Aarondale stands out as a premier assisted senior living community. Just minutes from Washington, D.C., our senior housing offers a blend of Independent Living, Assisted...

Cost of assisted living in Ripley, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ripley is $6,113 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eagle Harbor, MD with an average of $4,389 per month.

Assisted living costs in Ripley, MD, vs. nearby cities

Ripley, MD
$6,113/mo

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

Ripley, MD
$6,113/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Ripley, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,113/mo
$7,121/mo

Assisted living costs in Ripley, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,489/mo
Studio
$5,991/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,459/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,161/mo

Senior living costs in Ripley 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: Ripley, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRipley, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$6,113/mo$5,440/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$7,121/mo$6,394/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$4,899/mo$4,033/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Ripley, MD:$6,113/mo
Maryland:$5,440/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Ripley, MD:$7,121/mo
Maryland:$6,394/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Ripley, MD:$4,899/mo
Maryland:$4,033/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Ripley, MD, over time

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

Ripley, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Ripley, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Ripley 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ripley, MD$6,636/mo$6,812/mo-2.6%
Maryland$6,255/mo$6,157/mo+1.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Ripley, MD
2024 average cost:$6,636/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,255/mo
2023 average cost:$6,157/mo
Percent change:+1.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ripley, 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 Ripley.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ripley

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ripley

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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Harper's Station Memory Care in Gainesville, VA

4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the friendly and attentive nature of the staff at their community. At Fox Hill, the team is commended for their attentiveness to residents' needs and their ability to make families feel welcome. At Tribute at Melford, the executive director and community ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. At Aarondale Community, the staff organizes an impressive lineup of events and activities that keep residents engaged and active. At Lorien Harmony Hall, the team facilitates interesting and diverse progra ...
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Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Families appreciate the clear and frequent communication they receive from their loved ones' care teams. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the team keeps families informed about their loved ones' care and well-being, while at Modena Reserve at Kensington, the facility goes above and beyond to address ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Tribute at Black Hill, the dining experience is praised for its delicious offerings and accommodating staff, while at The Ridge at Sterling, the meals are des ...
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Welcoming and engaging community environment. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, with staff and residents alike making newcomers feel at home. At Morningside House of St Charles, the community is described as having a 'homey' feel, while at Heritage Village Gainesville, residents enjoy a ...
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Professional and attentive leadership. Residents and families express satisfaction with the strong leadership at their communities, with some highlighting the significant improvements and transitions they've seen under new management. At Cogir Alexandria Fillmore, the team's dedication to residents' well-being and safety is evident ...
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Ripley review score based on 1,484 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 1484 reviews of 368 Ripley assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ripley 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

Ripley review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Ripley, MD368 facilities
9.3
Port Tobacco, MD6 facilities

Review subcategories for Ripley 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 1,484 reviews of 368 Ripley assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ripley 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.
Ripley, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.4
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ripley assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ripley assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ripley, 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 Ripley 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 Ripley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ripley, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.8%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.2%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.7%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.4%
52.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ripley 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 Ripley Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ripley, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.8%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.6%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.7%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.5%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ripley 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 Ripley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ripley, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.8%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.2%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.7%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ripley 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 Ripley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ripley, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.4%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.4%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
44%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.7%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ripley 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 Ripley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ripley, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.9%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.3%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.1%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.5%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ripley

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia House Assisted Living, Montgomery Eldercare at Orchard and Chevy Chase House are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ripley, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 409 assisted living facilities near Ripley, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ripley, Maryland are Arden Courts Kensington, A Memory Care Community, Arden Courts Fair Oaks, A Memory Care Community and Arden Courts Silver Spring, A Memory Care Community. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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