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Memory care in Ridgely 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 Ridgely is about $6,248 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 88 communities, read 1783 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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: 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.
[Why John B. Parsons?]The John B. Parsons Assisted Living Community has served seniors on the Delmarva Peninsula for more than 100 years. Our family-owned and operated community offers a special warmth and ambience in the beautiful, stately John B. Parsons mansion where fine arts and antiques...
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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.
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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It's a great community, very easy to communicate with. If you have questions, they'll answer them. Everyone has been nice to my loved one as far as I know. They've done a wonderful job. They're very...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Caritas House Assisted Living is part of the Jenkins Senior Living Community, a long-standing senior community set on a scenic hill overlooking Baltimore. It is a 60-unit studio apartment community located just off the freeway, next to a hospital.The mental, physical and spiritual well being of...
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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.
Noble Senior Living at Bridgeton Essentia Neighborhood distinctive Program is tailored to the individual needs of our residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory-related concerns.Our staff are trained specialists continuously educated and experienced in providing the highest level of...
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Cost of memory care in Ridgely, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ridgely is $6,248 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chestertown, MD with an average of $5,871 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ridgely, MD vs. nearby cities

Ridgely, MD
$6,248/mo
$6,126/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ridgely, MD vs. the state and national average

Ridgely, MD
$6,248/mo
U.S. national average
$4,893/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ridgely vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,248/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Ridgely, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$5,805/mo
Studio
$6,728/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,948/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,395/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Ridgely over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Ridgely

Recent reviews for memory care in Ridgely

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park in Baltimore, MD

4.8
From the first day of admittance, until his final passing, Esther's Place delivered excellent care for my 96 yr old Brother in law who suffered from Alzheimers & other medical issues. The high level of competence, caring & attention all within a great budget.. I highly recommend Esther's Place ...
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Brookdale Dover

5.0
Mom enjoys her “stay” at Brookdale and tells me how nice everyone is . She enjoys putting puzzles together with her friend and playing bingo. Whenever I am there for mealtime the food always looks and smells great.

Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, especially in memory care facilities. At Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton, the staff go above and beyond to ensure residents and their families feel welcome. Reviews for Charter Senior Living of Annapolis mention the fo ...
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Individualized care for residents. Reviews emphasize the importance of individualized care for residents with specific needs. At Tribute at Melford by Cogir, the staff worked with families to understand their loved ones' requirements and accommodated their wishes. Some reviews also mention how staff tailor activities and care p ...
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Great communication between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication is valued by families. Reviews for Viva Senior Living at Bel Air and Spring Arbor of Severna Park mention how staff kept them informed about their loved ones' care and responded promptly to their questions. Others highlight how helpful the administrative te ...
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Dedicated dementia care facilities. Exclusive dementia care facilities, like Charter Senior Living of Annapolis, were praised for their expertise in handling late-stage dementia patients. Families appreciated the staff's compassionate approach and the facility's accommodations for their loved ones' unique needs.
Well-equipped for mobility assistance. Some families highlighted the importance of a community being prepared for residents with mobility issues. At Charter Senior Living Towson, although there were concerns about the facility's ability to accommodate assistance needs, the director was noted to be wonderful and helpful in addressin ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Quality meals were a common theme in reviews, with food being a significant factor for overall satisfaction. At Morningside House of Friendship, the food is described as excellent, and the variety of options catered to residents' preferences. Some reviews also mention accommodations for dietar ...
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Ridgely review score based on 389 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 389 reviews of 85 Ridgely memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ridgely review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Ridgely review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Ridgely, MD85 facilities
7.9
Hillsboro, MD94 facilities
8.3
Greensboro, MD9 facilities

Review subcategories for Ridgely memory care

When memory care 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 389 reviews of 85 Ridgely memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ridgely resident and family memory care 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Ridgely memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ridgely memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ridgely, 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 Ridgely 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 Ridgely that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
71.8%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.7%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.8%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.2%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ridgely 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 Ridgely Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ridgely, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.3%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.6%
46.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.4%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ridgely 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 Ridgely partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ridgely, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.4%
44.9%
No sugar
No sugar
58.8%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
50.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
36.5%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Ridgely 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 Ridgely communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ridgely, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.6%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40.3%
Room service
Room service
49.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.7%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ridgely 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 Ridgely offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ridgely, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.2%
33.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.1%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.1%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.4%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
67.1%
48%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.7%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.1%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 88 memory care facilities near Ridgely, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Ridgely, Maryland are Heartfields Assisted Living at Easton, Morningside House of Friendship and Tribute at Melford by Cogir. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 88 memory care facilities near you in Ridgely, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ridgely, 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 Ridgely, 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 Ridgely, Maryland ranges from $1895 to $12950. The average Memory Care cost in Ridgely, Maryland is $6,248. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ridgely, Maryland typically starts at $1895. 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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