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If your loved one needs memory care in Ernstville, A Place for Mom can help. With 95 memory care facilities in Ernstville, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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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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It's been an adjustment, she's cute, she likes it and she likes the people but she said they make you feel a little "o-l-d." She has been participating in the activities, she likes it there, they're great....
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.
Welcome to Meadow Glen of Leesburg! Meadow Glen is Loudoun County's premiere assisted living community. It offers an intimate home-like setting centered around a beautiful 150-year old farmhouse. Meadow Glen accommodates just 40 residents in 37 suites. With one-story construction, residents...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Assisted Living at Frostburg The Assisted Living at Frostburg residence is located in the quaint town of Frostburg, MD. The Frostburg community is known for its commitment to the arts and nature. There are a number of venues, such as the Arts and Entertainment district, which will allow you to...
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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Cost of memory care in Ernstville, MD

The average cost of senior living in Ernstville is $5,278 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middleburg, MD with an average of $4,672 per month.

Memory care costs in Ernstville, MD, vs. nearby cities

Ernstville, MD
$5,278/mo
$4,904/mo

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

Ernstville, MD
$5,278/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,278/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,822/mo
Studio
$6,005/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,471/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,863/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,350/mo

Senior living costs in Ernstville 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: Ernstville, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeErnstville, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$5,278/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,867/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Independent Living$5,574/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Ernstville, MD:$5,278/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Ernstville, MD:$4,867/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Independent Living
Ernstville, MD:$5,574/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Ernstville, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Ernstville 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 Ernstville, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ernstville 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
Ernstville, MD$6,901/mo$6,626/mo+4.2%
Maryland$7,617/mo$7,235/mo+5.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Ernstville, MD
2024 average cost:$6,901/mo
2023 average cost:$6,626/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,617/mo
2023 average cost:$7,235/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Ernstville

Recent reviews for memory care in Ernstville

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Morningside House of Leesburg

4.6
A great place for most elderly with a fabulous staff that really cares about the people. The food is excellent and they have great activities. Would recommend for your loved one, if they are high-functioning.

Ernstville review score based on 265 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 265 reviews of 82 Ernstville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ernstville 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

Ernstville review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Ernstville, MD82 facilities
8.3
Clear Spring, MD14 facilities
8.4
Hancock, MD83 facilities

Review subcategories for Ernstville 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 265 reviews of 82 Ernstville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ernstville 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.
Ernstville, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Ernstville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ernstville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ernstville, 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 Ernstville 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 Ernstville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ernstville, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.8%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.2%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.6%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ernstville 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 Ernstville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ernstville, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.8%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.3%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ernstville 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 Ernstville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ernstville, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.8%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.4%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ernstville 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 Ernstville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ernstville, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.9%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ernstville 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 Ernstville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ernstville, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.3%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.1%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.1%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Ernstville

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