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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Melwood, MD
Memory care in Melwood offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Melwood is about $7,034 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 22 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.8
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62 reviews
From interview to move in to daily care and activities- the team at Sunrise at Mount Vernon has been involved and respectful of my resident’s needs and well being. The care staff quickly adapted to 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.
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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I would recommend to others. We picked them because of the location, price, cleanliness. It's bright and light. Friendly staff and residents
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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4 star
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3 star
11%
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My mom has lived in this community for a few years now, and receives exceptional care. She loves the staff and they're friendly.
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.
Woodmore House Assisted Living Woodmore House Assisted Living is located in Upper Marlboro, MD, a place that is special to visit and great to call home. This bright and sunny community is situated in a peaceful area with a great small town atmosphere. Woodmore House Assisted Living offers a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
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.
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Cost of memory care in Melwood, MD
The average cost of senior living in Melwood is $7,034 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Upper Marlboro, MD with an average of $6,527 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Melwood
Recent reviews for memory care in Melwood
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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Arbor Terrace Senior Living in Lanham, MD
4.9
From day one of them literally rolling out the red carpet - Arbor Terrace has provided exceptional care for Mom …. Mom’s room is always clean and well kept - they keep the her in engaged with various activities (the staff recently got Mom all dressed and dolled up and I was able to take her to ...
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Aarondale Community in Springfield, VA
5.0
The staff at Aarondale community is great, we are very happy with the care services our loved one as been receiving. They have done an amazing job with containing COVID. Its not a very large community, and for a good part of the spring and into the summer the residents had to stay in their ...
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Melwood memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melwood memory care 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 memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Melwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Melwood, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
55%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Melwood memory care
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 Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melwood, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melwood memory care
Memory care 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.
Melwood, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
52.5%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Melwood memory care
Our memory care 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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Professional chef
Professional chef
45%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.5%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melwood memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Melwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melwood, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
55%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
42.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.5%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Vienna, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington and Sunrise of Chevy Chase are the top-rated memory care facilities near Melwood, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Melwood, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Melwood, Maryland are Sunrise of Vienna, Sunrise of Mt Vernon and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Melwood, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Melwood, Maryland, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Melwood, Maryland, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Melwood, Maryland ranges from $350 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in Melwood, Maryland is $7,034. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Melwood, Maryland typically starts at $350. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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