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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Aberdeen, MD

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If your loved one needs memory care in Aberdeen, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Aberdeen, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Aberdeen incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Aberdeen memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Aberdeen, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Lorien Bel Air
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I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the exceptional care provided to my gmom during her time at Lorien Bel Air. The compassion, kindness, and professionalism demonstrated by the entire staff were...
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.
Hello there! Welcome to Lorien Bel Air! We are one of 9 Lorien Health Service communities that operate exclusively in the state of Maryland. Lorien believes in providing each of our residents a positive experience. At each Lorien Facility, we believe in enhancing the quality of life to our...
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I just think the people are good there and the environment is pleasing aesthetically. My mom is doing fine there. She likes it and she seems to like the food too.
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.
Located in a wooded residential neighborhood just off route 24 in Bel Air, Maryland, award-winning Brightview Avondell features both Independent Living and Assisted Living apartment homes. The only retirement community of its kind in the area, casually elegant Brightview Avondell offers a...
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I am currently in the process of moving my mother-in-law into the "independent" living section of Brightview Avondell. The people are absolutely amazing and friendly and the facility is beautifully...
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.
From the moment you step inside you can sense the upbeat atmosphere of Brightview Bel Air in Bel Air, Maryland. Whether you're looking for potential-filled Assisted Living or award-winning Alzheimer's Care, Brightview Bel Air residents and their families find everything they need for a better,...
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It was a big change for everybody in the family, but we made it! Mom is all settled in and happy in her new spot. She seems to be really thriving. I’m very happy with the care she is getting and manager...
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.
Bel Air Assisted Living is a luxury assisted living facility located in beautiful Harford County, Maryland. We have nearly 1 caregiver for every 6 residents, providing more attention than any other facility in Greater Baltimore. Average ratio at other facilities is 1 caregiver for every 15 to 20...
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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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The people are really great there. The staff all really friendly and they take good care of the people who live there. It was the first place that we visited and when we went in everyone was welcoming and...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Aberdeen, MD

The average cost of senior living in Aberdeen is $7,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dundalk, MD with an average of $7,462 per month.

Memory care costs in Aberdeen, MD, vs. state and national averages

Aberdeen, MD
$7,783/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Aberdeen, MD, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,783/mo

Memory care costs in Aberdeen, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,787/mo
Studio
$7,607/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,011/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,033/mo

Senior living costs in Aberdeen 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: Aberdeen, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAberdeen, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$7,783/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,671/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,580/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Aberdeen, MD:$7,783/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Aberdeen, MD:$6,671/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Aberdeen, MD:$3,580/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Aberdeen, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Aberdeen 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.

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Memory care cost trends in Aberdeen, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Aberdeen 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Aberdeen, MD$7,543/mo$7,604/mo-0.8%
Maryland$7,436/mo$7,380/mo+0.8%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Aberdeen, MD
2024 average cost:$7,543/mo
2023 average cost:$7,604/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,436/mo
2023 average cost:$7,380/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Aberdeen

Recent reviews for memory care in Aberdeen

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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Brightview Towson

5.0
In almost every way, I would give them a five. They had a much higher initial community fee. The food is very good. My loved one isn't able to participate in much, but they had a picnic lunch outside, and they make sure she is included in everything that she can. They have advanced care and end ...
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Bel Air Assisted Living

5.0
They have been reaching out a lot because we can't come in to visit. It has been really nice to have video chats with my mom and we have come to visit on the porch, too, which is a nice spot. It is obvious they are being really careful and keeping everyone up to speed. My mom is doing great ...
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Aberdeen review score based on 4,353 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 4353 reviews of 127 Aberdeen memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Aberdeen 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

Aberdeen review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Aberdeen, MD127 facilities
8.2
Dundalk, MD127 facilities
8.2
Havre de Grace, MD127 facilities

Review subcategories for Aberdeen 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 4,353 reviews of 127 Aberdeen memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Aberdeen 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.
Aberdeen, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.3
Staff
4.4
4.6
Meals & dining
4.1
4.2
Activities
4.1
4.3
Value for cost*
4.1
4.2
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Aberdeen memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aberdeen memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Aberdeen, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.5%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.5%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.9%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.9%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.9%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.5%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Aberdeen, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.6%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.8%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.5%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.7%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aberdeen, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.1%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
48.7%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aberdeen, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.5%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.6%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.6%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aberdeen 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 Aberdeen offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aberdeen, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.4%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.1%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.4%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.2%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
41%
Dances
Dances
32.4%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Aberdeen

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Aberdeen protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Lorien Bel Air, Brightview Avondell and Brightview Bel Air are the top-rated memory care facilities near Aberdeen, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Aberdeen, Maryland. See the full list.
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The 6 memory care facilities near you in Aberdeen, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, 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 Aberdeen, Maryland ranges from $2500 to $17400. The average Memory Care cost in Aberdeen, Maryland is $7,783. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Aberdeen, Maryland typically starts at $2500. 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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