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

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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.
Helping Families. Enriching Lives. It’s more than just our duty, it defines who we are. At NewSeasons, everything we do revolves around our residents and their families. Our residents tell us at NewSeasons they get the best of both worlds – the comforts of home and the life-enriching...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Our assisted-living facility is guided by this philosophy: We are here to help you take care of yourself. Personal-care aides are present around the clock to provide comfort -- whether to arrange activities, help with laundry, serve meals, obtain medical services, remind you to take medications,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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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Cost of memory care in Shepperd, MD

The average cost of senior living in Shepperd is $5,779 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North East, MD with an average of $4,941 per month.

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

Shepperd, MD
$5,779/mo
$5,304/mo

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

Shepperd, MD
$5,779/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,779/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,733/mo
Studio
$6,140/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,339/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,973/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,700/mo

Senior living costs in Shepperd 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: Shepperd, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShepperd, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$5,779/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,148/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,870/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Shepperd, MD:$5,779/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Shepperd, MD:$5,148/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Shepperd, MD:$3,870/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Shepperd, MD, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Shepperd 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
Shepperd, MD$7,708/mo$7,408/mo+4.1%
Maryland$7,617/mo$7,235/mo+5.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Shepperd, MD
2024 average cost:$7,708/mo
2023 average cost:$7,408/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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 Shepperd

Recent reviews for memory care in Shepperd

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]

Butler Street Senior Living in Harrisburg, PA

3.9
The community has good staff; however I feel they are understaffed currently. There has been some staff turnover since my loved one moved into the community. Due to the staffing challenges this can cause delays in waiting for meals, care, and more. [name removed] the Director is wonderful; ...
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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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Shepperd review score based on 1,440 family reviews

8.2
Review score280 facilities1440 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1440 reviews of 280 Shepperd memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shepperd 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

Shepperd review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shepperd, MD280 facilities
6.7
Bel Air North, MD13 facilities
6.7
Bel Air, MD13 facilities

Review subcategories for Shepperd 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 1,440 reviews of 280 Shepperd memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shepperd 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.
Shepperd, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Shepperd memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shepperd memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shepperd, 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 Shepperd 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 Shepperd that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61.1%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.9%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.9%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.9%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.9%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shepperd 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 Shepperd Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.2%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.9%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shepperd 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 Shepperd partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.4%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Shepperd 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 Shepperd communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shepperd, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.2%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.1%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
39.6%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shepperd 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 Shepperd offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shepperd, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
52.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.1%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.6%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.9%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
53.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
32.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Shepperd

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