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6 Best Nursing Homes in Dunkirk, MD
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Dunkirk nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Dunkirk, MD may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Dunkirk or another care type is right for you. Browse 6 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Dunkirk.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Old Soldiers Home, Brightwood Park and West End.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Lothian, Mount Zion and Shady Oaks.
Nursing homes facilities near Dunkirk, MD
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44 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
47 reviews
Overall we have been very pleased about her care and her surroundings. Based on the experience we have had so far with Morningside House of St. Charles, we would recommend this community to other families....
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.
The Morningside House of Saint Charles, located in Waldorf, Maryland welcomes you. Our premier apartment-style accommodations allow every resident to be in control of their lives, even while we offer a variety of care services designed to meet every need. We believe that a sense of independence...
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8.5
Review score
1 review
A beautiful facility with a caring and supportive staff. The staff is always welcoming and the residents are very friendly. Many amenities along with plenty of activities to keep the residents engaged.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
THE SKY BRIDGE AT TOWN CENTERChoose between two distinct communities in Largo Town Center.Immerse yourself in a setting where positive energy and never-ending opportunities for exploration meet. Let every day be filled with excitement and unforgettable experiences. We know that not everyone’s...
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7.1
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35 reviews
My family and mine experience has been very positive as we have a safe place for my Aunt. The Charleston was not only good for my Aunt, but also for our family as everyone who is supporting her are in their...
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
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Cost of nursing homes in Dunkirk, MD
The average cost of senior living in Dunkirk is $20,507 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesapeake Beach, MD with an average of $6,375 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dunkirk, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dunkirk, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dunkirk
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dunkirk
Harmony at Enterprise in Bowie, MD
4.5
When it comes to the meals and dining - they have been through a few food services directors since my Mom moved in. They need more training in running services at dinner. It was definitely a good move and a good fit for my Mom. She has been doing well. Active in the community and taking ...
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Arbor Terrace Waugh Chapel in Gambrills, MD
5.0
Arbor Terrace is a friendly community. Relief by friends and family knowing that our friend was in a safe situation. Helped me to sleep better at night.
Spring Arbor of Crofton
3.6
It's a very caring communit. They take time to learn, residents habits, likes and dislikes. They communicate very well with family. I am very pleased wiht the facility and staff. They are very welcoming to family involvement and it's an overall open community.
Dunkirk nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunkirk nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunkirk, 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 Dunkirk nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dunkirk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dunkirk, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
66.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
9.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
50%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dunkirk nursing homes
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 Dunkirk Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunkirk, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunkirk nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dunkirk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunkirk, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
3.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Dunkirk nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dunkirk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunkirk, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Dunkirk nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dunkirk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunkirk, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
0.4%
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Paul Spring Community, Tribute at Melford by Cogir and Spring Hills Mount Vernon are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dunkirk, Maryland. See full list of communities.
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