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In January of this year, due to a medical situation involving my 98-year-old mother, our family was faced with the important decision of finding a senior living community that could provide not only the...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Aspenwood Senior Living Community, a Five Star Senior Living community! Well-established in Montgomery County since 1989, this neighborhood setting is convenient to shopping and medical services. Our Independent and Assisted Living apartments are not part of a high rise, further...
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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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It was the best non CCRC that I saw in the last year - because of price , sq. ft. , 5 closets includes a WIC , amenities were great including 2 meals a day , nice location on 49 acres. I would def recommend...
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.
Welcome to HeartLands, a Five Star Senior Living community and Howard County's premier rental retirement community. We are the only community in the county that offers cottages and apartments. Located on 48 picturesque acres near historic Ellicott City, we are close to antique and specialty...
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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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Sunrise at Mt. Vernon has been amazing. They went above and beyond to meet our family's needs. It's a very clean and welcoming place with friendly staff.
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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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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Rooms are large and easy to move around in a wheel chair or walker. The head nurses (Life was the daytime) were excellent and on top the care, although you might have to wait for longer than you wanted. My...
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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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....
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.
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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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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Our family could not have found a better place for our relative to recuperate. Morningside House were our family away from home. They were everything they say they are and more!
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 of Laurel is an assisted living community located in Laurel, Maryland in Prince George's County and home to just over 25,000 people. Laurel is a quiet town close to Baltimore and D.C. and residents will be able to take trips to shows, events and concerts. Residents will also be...
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Photo of Brookdale Potomac
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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
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.
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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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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CAnnot comment on the activities, did not use. I didn't live in Vitality Living. My husband was there for a month of respite care. I was impressed with the health care which my husband received. Hector, the...
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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Tribute at Melford is now managed by Atlas Senior Living. The care is exceptional. The workers really care about my Mom. I would highly recommend Tribute to others.
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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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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My wife & I considered more than a dozen assisted living residences in Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland. Several facilities immediately disqualified themselves since they isolate assisted living persons &...
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.
An Outstanding LocationLocated next to Cameron Station and just minutes from historic Old Town, Brandywine Living at Alexandria provides a convenient location for seniors to reside close to their children, grandchildren, and friends, while remaining in the community they love.This 116-suite,...
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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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Everything at the Sheridan is top notch. They get back to emails timely, the facility is very clean and my dad is thriving there.
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.
The Sheridan at Severna Park, has newly opened as of August 2023. We offer upscale senior living in a desirable Maryland location between Baltimore and Annapolis. Residing between the Magothy and Severn rivers, our beautifully-appointed community will feature a nautical aesthetic fit for an area...
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Approaching six months at Heartfields. The facility is always neat and clean both inside and out. The people that we interact with have been great and helpful. The one thing I would like is feedback — about...
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 HeartFields, a Five Star Senior Living community! In our beautiful, home-like setting, which is convenient to major freeways, yet nestled on a campus-like setting on Talbot County waterfront, you will find 24-hour care services, respectful caregivers, Assisted Living with additional...
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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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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
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.
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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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
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.
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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I would definitely recommend The Kensington. If you are looking for a very high touch, personable experience for your family member and yourself this is the place 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.
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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
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.
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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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...
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.
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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Cost of memory care in West Shadyside, MD

The average cost of senior living in West Shadyside is $6,617 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Beach, MD with an average of $6,363 per month.

Memory care costs in West Shadyside, MD, vs. nearby cities

West Shadyside, MD
$6,630/mo

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

West Shadyside, MD
$6,630/mo
U.S. national average
$4,803/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,630/mo

Memory care costs in West Shadyside, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,885/mo
Studio
$8,279/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,431/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,312/mo

Senior living costs in West Shadyside 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: West Shadyside, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Shadyside, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$6,630/mo$6,237/mo$4,803/mo
Assisted Living$5,540/mo$5,277/mo$4,565/mo
Independent Living$3,976/mo$3,840/mo$4,024/mo
Memory Care
West Shadyside, MD:$6,630/mo
Maryland:$6,237/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
Assisted Living
West Shadyside, MD:$5,540/mo
Maryland:$5,277/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Independent Living
West Shadyside, MD:$3,976/mo
Maryland:$3,840/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
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Memory care costs in West Shadyside, MD, over time

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

West Shadyside, MDMD stateNational

Memory care cost trends in West Shadyside, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in West Shadyside 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
West Shadyside, MD$7,844/mo$7,578/mo+3.5%
Maryland$7,630/mo$7,235/mo+5.5%
National$6,499/mo$6,160/mo+5.5%
West Shadyside, MD
2024 average cost:$7,844/mo
2023 average cost:$7,578/mo
Percent change:+3.5%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,630/mo
2023 average cost:$7,235/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,499/mo
2023 average cost:$6,160/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in West Shadyside

Recent reviews for memory care in West Shadyside

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. Across multiple reviews, families express their appreciation for the kind and attentive nature of staff members at various senior living communities. For instance, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks, the staff have been described as going 'above and beyond' to ensur ...
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Effective communication with families. Families often mention the importance of open and transparent communication with their loved ones' caregivers. At Great Falls Assisted Living, staff are praised for keeping families updated on their loved ones' care and making them feel included. Similarly, at Sunrise of Pikesville, the staf ...
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Activity programs tailored to residents' interests. Communities with engaging activity programs are a popular choice among families. For example, at Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights, residents participate in a variety of activities that are 'fun and appropriate' for their abilities, while at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Many reviews mention the importance of a comfortable and attractive living environment. At Sunrise of Vienna, the facility is described as 'lovely' and 'thoughtfully laid out', while at Tribute at The Glen by Cogir, the resident is 'happy' with her new home and appreciates the 'clean and tid ...
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Advanced medical care and support. Families with loved ones requiring specialized medical care appreciate the availability of on-site nursing and medical services. For instance, at Morningside House of Ellicott City, the staff provided 'immediate attention' during a medical emergency, while at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory C ...
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Dedicated memory care facilities. Families with loved ones diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia express their gratitude for senior living communities that offer specialized memory care services. At Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights, the facility went 'above and beyond' to accommodate a resident with dementia, while at ...
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West Shadyside review score based on 1,490 family reviews

8.5
Review score239 facilities1490 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1490 reviews of 239 West Shadyside memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Shadyside 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

West Shadyside review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
West Shadyside, MD239 facilities
8.2
Highland Beach, MD10 facilities
8.4
Annapolis Neck, MD11 facilities

Review subcategories for West Shadyside 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 1,490 reviews of 239 West Shadyside memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Shadyside 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.
West Shadyside, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.0
Friendliness
3.8
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.7
Staff
3.7
3.9
Meals & dining
3.4
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.6
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

West Shadyside memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Shadyside memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Shadyside, 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 West Shadyside 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 West Shadyside that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Shadyside, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.4%
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
81.6%
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
75.3%
62.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.9%
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 West Shadyside 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 West Shadyside Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Shadyside, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.8%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.2%
27%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Shadyside 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 West Shadyside partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Shadyside, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.2%
28.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.3%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
67.4%
42.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.3%
50.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select dining options in West Shadyside 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 West Shadyside communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Shadyside, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.3%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
58.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.1%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Shadyside 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 West Shadyside offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Shadyside, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
69.5%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.4%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.8%
28.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.8%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.3%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
73.2%
48.6%
Dances
Dances
49%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.5%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in West Shadyside

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