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Photo of Great Falls Assisted Living
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We have been so impressed with everyone at Great Falls and feel so lucky that my uncle has such great care. The people are so kind and caring. He seems to really enjoy the activities and has settled in well.
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.
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Great Falls Assisted Living, an Artis Senior Living community. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s...
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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
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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.
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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Sunrise of Chevy Chase has met my mom's growing needs. The staff is very kind and attentive. The administration is also very accessible and flexible to meet the needs of their clients.
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.
At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, conveniently located adjacent to Washington, DC, in Maryland’s Montgomery County, we provide a safe, comfortable living environment and excellent care delivered by an experienced, compassionate team of caregivers. Our beautiful community, nestled in a desirable...
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Well I'm really only guessing from what my mom has told us. I've only been to the facility twice since we are 1500 miles away. But I've spoken to my mom quite a bit and she seems fairly happy with the place.
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.
Morningside House at Satyr Hill is an assisted living community located in Parkville, Maryland in Baltimore County and home to just over 30,000 people. Residents will be able to enjoy quiet, park-like settings while still being close to area shops, malls, restaurants, movies, museums and sporting...
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The food was not good. Wait time after ordering ranged from 10-40 minutes. Many meals were cold. One male waiter would forget items, say he would bring them, but many times just ignored the requests. Many...
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 ChantillyIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareIn our continued effort to meet the demand of seniors in Herndon, Virginia, we are offering Virtual Tours, an enhanced screening procedure for new residents, along with the security, support, services and...
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My husband and I would rate everything a 5. However we've only been here 2-1/2 weeks and at the present time the elevator by our unit is "out" for the second time (which is inconvenient for someone...
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.
Bedford Court is a Continuing Care Retirement Community with one of the lowest Entrance Fee that is 100% refundable. Located within walking distance of the Leisure World shopping center. Our community offers you a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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The community is great. Very welcoming, kind, and helpful. Dining is also great, with a cute little eating area. Staff are helpful and have daily meetings to go over the needs of staff. There's a ton of...
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.
With more help, if you need it, it’s good to be home.Here you get to redefine your independence, build new friendships and explore new hobbies. With both assisted living and memory care, you’ll have the care you need when you need it. So go ahead and play bingo or join your new friends for...
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I'm very happy with the overall experience. The staff is a pleasure to work with, and the facility is clean and well maintained. The pricing is extremely reasonable compared to other homes I've looked at....
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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.
Oakland Manor is a fully licensed assisted living residence, for seniors who are in need of some assistance in their day-to-day activities, from our caring professional staff. Our residence, designed and built for that purpose is the answer. Located on a three acre wooded site near the Liberty...
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Everyone on the staff was wonderful. They all engaged with the residents from the front desk to the maintenance guys. The Nurses and the techs were loving and kind. The food was delicious and they had quite...
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.
Welcome to HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community! Our gracious, upscale community, only 15 minutes from historic Annapolis, is nestled in a wooded lot with an impeccably maintained building and grounds. We offer 24-hour nursing and staff, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with...
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Positive- mom is gaining weight from the dining service and staff are friendly and helpful for the most part Negative- Care response time is much slower than promised. Administration office is slow to fill...
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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well —  then Brookdale Potomac, a quiet three-story retirement community located in Potomac, Md., is the place for you. Our upscale community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
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Photo of Arbor Terrace Senior Living
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When I came with my son 5 years ago, I was thoroughly impressed with the size of rooms, the cleanliness, and I was invited to join in the activities in the patio. The older members were so welcoming and...
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.
Arbor Terrace Senior Living is an assisted living community conveniently located on Greenbelt Road. We bring a new level of modern senior living with stress-free warmth, charm and comfort to assisted living and memory care. We are an active, vibrant residence that's complete with unsurpassed...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are extremely attentive. However, the hospice experience within facility not positive, unfortunately.
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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City! Our approach to Assisted Living includes a variety of services - from independent living to adaptive personal assistance; from dementia care to short-term stays. This flexibility allows us to continually meet the changing needs of our...
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Everything has been fairly easy regarding move in. Once in a while there's a miscommunication but they are professional. I definitely would recommend Tribute to others. The facility is clean, has a good vibe...
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.
At Tribute at Melford, our Active Senior Living program is a beautiful compliment to a life lived with joy, learning and comfort. We are conveniently located within minutes of the Annapolis Marine Pier, where you will find charming cobblestone streets that lead to all of the fun waterfront shops...
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Overall very pleased with vitality. Nice facility, good staff and quality of care. My father doesn't participate in many of the social activities but they certainly have a busy and varied agenda of...
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.
As one of the premier assisted living and memory care communities in the Washington, D.C., area, we are conveniently located in the heart of Arlington, Va., an upscale area consistently ranked among the wealthiest counties in the United States. We’re close to casual and fine dining...
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The daily activities are amazing! The number, length and variety. The activities staff enjoy their job and it shows. It makes the days very enjoyable. There is something for everyone. I don't how to be...
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.
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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The staff members are very friendly and the food overall is good. Yes, I would recommend The Virginian by Cogir to other families, however it is expensive.
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.
The Virginian is full service retirement community located on 32 secluded and wooded acres in the heart of Fairfax, VA. and is managed by Life Care Services. A long driveway right off of Arlington Blvd. leads you away from the hustle and bustle of crowded Northern Virginia life to the five-floor...
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What we like the most about the community is the staff, they were responsive and easy to work with. Yes, we would recommend Sunrise of Columbia to other families.
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.
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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Staff is very attentive, compassionate and professional. They encourage residents to participate in the many activities offered.
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.
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Artis of Potomac. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s uniqueness. From our purpose-built interiors...
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The people there genuinely care and do their very best. They are patient, kind and attentive. As for growth areas, they need to do a better job with cleaning and maintenance and with keeping to the posted...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at CockeysvilleSenior Living in Cockeysville, MDAt Commonwealth Senior Living at Cockeysville, the promise we make to our residents and their families is the same commitment we make to ourselves: “We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.” With these guiding principles, we...
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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...
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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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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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They are building back up their facility. There are somewhat slow responses to maintenance. Independent living options. It is reasonably priced.
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.
Heritage and Resorts of Augsburg is an affordable senior living and care community in Baltimore County. With a long heritage extending to 1892, Augsburg offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. The 52-acre campus is located in a residential...
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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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Nice facility, on-site PCP and other healthcare services. Food is good. Some, but not all, staff are attentive and friendly. Lots of activities.
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.
Hunters Woods at Trails Edge is the perfect retirement community for vibrant living and an active lifestyle. It is a state of the art retirement community nestled in a tranquil wooded setting right next to the convenience of the Turquoise Nature Trail, Reston Town Center, and Reston Community...
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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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Cost of memory care in Avalon Shores, MD

The average cost of senior living in Avalon Shores is $7,854 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include St. Michaels, MD with an average of $7,657 per month.

Memory care costs in Avalon Shores, MD, vs. nearby cities

Avalon Shores, MD
$7,854/mo

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

Avalon Shores, MD
$7,854/mo
U.S. national average
$6,969/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,854/mo

Memory care costs in Avalon Shores, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,798/mo
Studio
$7,723/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,018/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,578/mo

Senior living costs in Avalon Shores 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: Avalon Shores, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAvalon Shores, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$7,854/mo$7,971/mo$6,969/mo
Assisted Living$6,631/mo$6,890/mo$5,793/mo
Independent Living$3,651/mo$4,077/mo$3,509/mo
Memory Care
Avalon Shores, MD:$7,854/mo
Maryland:$7,971/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
Assisted Living
Avalon Shores, MD:$6,631/mo
Maryland:$6,890/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Independent Living
Avalon Shores, MD:$3,651/mo
Maryland:$4,077/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
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Memory care costs in Avalon Shores, MD, over time

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

Avalon Shores, MDMD stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Avalon Shores, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Avalon Shores 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
Avalon Shores, MD$7,844/mo$7,589/mo+3.4%
Maryland$7,630/mo$7,235/mo+5.5%
National$6,492/mo$6,159/mo+5.4%
Avalon Shores, MD
2024 average cost:$7,844/mo
2023 average cost:$7,589/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,630/mo
2023 average cost:$7,235/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,492/mo
2023 average cost:$6,159/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Avalon Shores

Recent reviews for memory care in Avalon Shores

Integrity Esther's Place at Harford 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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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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Sunrise at Silas Burke House

4.3
The Sunrise at Silas Burke House was almost new when my dad moved into it - and the staff have stayed on top of the normal wear and tear, and addressed the issues that are normal with a new operation (service in the dining room, knowing where things are, etc.). The staff are friendly, helpful, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews highlight the kindness and dedication of staff members across various communities. Residents and their families express gratitude for the emotional support and attentiveness of caregivers at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, Harmony at Chantilly, and ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Several communities offer specialized activities for residents with memory care needs. In particular, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, and Tribute at The Glen by Cogir, activities help residents stay ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for peace of mind. Residents of Sunrise of Rockville, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, and Woodholme Gardens share positive experiences with the transparency and responsiveness of their lo ...
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Variety of living spaces and accommodations. Communities cater to individual preferences by offering different living spaces and amenities. For instance, at Sunrise of Pikesville, Lighthouse Senior Living at Martin’s Wood LLC for Hopkins Creek, and Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights, residents can choose from spacious apartments ...
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Secure and safe environment. Safety is a top priority for many families considering senior living communities. Residents of Morningside House of Friendship, Morningside House At Satyr Hill, and Cadence at Olney by Cogir praise the security measures in place, including 24-hour supervision, assisted access control, and ...
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Tailored care plans for individual needs. Customized care plans ensure that each resident receives the appropriate level of support. Communities like Sunrise of Pikesville, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac, and Sunrise of Vienna offer personalized care plans based on residents' specific needs, allowing for ...
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Avalon Shores review score based on 1,422 family reviews

8.5
Review score237 facilities1422 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1422 reviews of 237 Avalon Shores memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avalon Shores 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

Avalon Shores review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Avalon Shores, MD237 facilities
7.9
Highland Beach, MD10 facilities
8.2
Annapolis Neck, MD11 facilities

Review subcategories for Avalon Shores 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 1,422 reviews of 237 Avalon Shores memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Avalon Shores 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.
Avalon Shores, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.9
Friendliness
3.7
4.0
Care services
3.3
3.7
Staff
3.5
3.9
Meals & dining
3.3
3.6
Activities
3.2
3.5
Value for cost*
3.3
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Avalon Shores memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avalon Shores memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avalon Shores, 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 Avalon Shores 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 Avalon Shores that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Avalon Shores, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.5%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.2%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.4%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.6%
29.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.7%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.1%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.7%
74%
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 Avalon Shores 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 Avalon Shores Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Avalon Shores, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.3%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.9%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avalon Shores 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 Avalon Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Avalon Shores, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
49.8%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.5%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
67.5%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.3%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.2%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Avalon Shores 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 Avalon Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avalon Shores, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.4%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
58.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avalon Shores 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 Avalon Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avalon Shores, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.2%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.9%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.8%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.6%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.8%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.2%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
73%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
48.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.8%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Avalon Shores

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 Avalon Shores protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington and Candle Light Cove are the top-rated memory care facilities near Avalon Shores, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 265 memory care facilities near Avalon Shores, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Avalon Shores, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks and Morningside House of Friendship. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 265 memory care facilities near you in Avalon Shores, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Avalon Shores, 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 Avalon Shores, 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 Avalon Shores, Maryland ranges from $2500 to $13650. The average Memory Care cost in Avalon Shores, Maryland is $7,854. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Avalon Shores, 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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