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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Maryland is $8,003, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Ridgely area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of memory care in Ridgely, MD

The average cost of senior living in Maryland is $8,003 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Maryland vs. 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 state: Maryland

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Maryland	U.S.	Cost difference
Memory Care	$8,003/mo	$6,999/mo	14.3% above national median
Assisted Living	$6,951/mo	$5,830/mo	19.2% above national median
Independent Living	$4,117/mo	$3,520/mo	17.0% above national median

Memory Care

Maryland:$8,003/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:14.3% above national median

Assisted Living

Maryland:$6,951/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:19.2% above national median

Independent Living

Maryland:$4,117/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:17.0% above national median

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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 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 ...

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 ...

The Sheridan at Severna Park in Pasadena, MD

5.0

From the moment we called The Sheridan at Severna Park we were treated with kindness and compassion for our mom. The facility is clean, beautiful and very organized. All of the staff were very knowledgeable and truly cared about my moms comfort. The staff worked very well with my mom’s hospice ...

Ridgely review score based on 102 family reviews

8.8

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This proprietary review score is based on 102 reviews of 4 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

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8.8

Easton, MD4 facilities

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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 102 reviews of 4 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.

Ridgely, MD averageNational average

Cleanliness

4.6

4.4

Friendliness

4.6

4.5

Care services

4.4

4.3

Staff

4.6

Meals & dining

4.5

4.2

Activities

4.4

4.3

Value for cost*

4.4

4.2

0.01.02.03.04.05.0

*Learn more about cost details

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.

Ridgely, MDNational

Full medication management

78.9%

56.7%

Doctor on call

61.2%

42.6%

24-Hour awake staff

89.5%

75.6%

Diabetic care

97.9%

95.1%

*Visiting health care professionals

82.1%

63.1%

Home care agency on-site

31.2%

24.6%

Non-ambulatory care

92.3%

81.8%

Respite or short term stays

77.2%

53.7%

Hospice available on-site

81.5%

65%

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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

84.6%

65.5%

Specialized memory care training for staff

57.3%

39.4%

Secured community and/or wander guard

82.4%

61.7%

Memory care only community

30%

23.1%

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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

24.7%

24.1%

Low / no sodium

66.8%

38.7%

No sugar

64.9%

35.9%

Vegetarian

69.2%

45.2%

Pureed meals

24.2%

19.4%

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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

41%

27.7%

Restaurant style dining

45.7%

34.5%

Room service

43.8%

32.5%

Anytime dining

45.7%

19.9%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

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

63.2%

39.2%

Pet-focused programs

55.2%

28.6%

Community service programs

40.3%

24.9%

Devotional activities on-site

63.6%

47.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

68.4%

44.4%

Outings / off-site activities

59.3%

53.4%

Piano or organ

49.9%

34%

Arts and crafts center

41.3%

30.9%

Educational speakers / life long learning

44.4%

31.6%

Clubs / games / karaoke

65.2%

40.7%

Live performances

58.6%

41%

Dances

40%

27.7%

Fitness center

18.9%

19.1%

Fitness classes

64.8%

39.9%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Ridgely

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 Ridgely protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland memory care regulations Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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