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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
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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My husband has been at CREATUS for a year on [date removed]. I wanted him to be nearby so I could easily visit, and in a personal & homelike setting so that he wouldn't be confused by a lot of staff turnover...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
CREATUS Adult Assisted Living is a senior residential care home that is located in the small, unincorporated city of Forestville, MD and in Prince Georges county. Forestville is just a short drive to the famous Potomac River and the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, offering an ease of...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
EBY Health Services II is located in Fort Washington, MD in Prince George's County. This residential care home provides support when you need it in an area that is situated just outside the downtown district of Washington, D.C.. Those who spend time in Fort Washington enjoy checking out the Fort...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Our home caters only to a small group of seniors, this allows our qualified staff to pay the utmost attention to their needs and wants. We customize our programs, menus, and activities to each individual. We offer a worry free atmosphere that allows peace of mind, not only for the resident but...
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Overall I think they do a good job at Woodbine. The facility itself is a bit worn down, but they keep it very clean and nice looking. The care staff here are all very friendly and professional. They seem to...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Capitol Heights, MD

The average cost of senior living in Capitol Heights is $5,892 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marlboro Village, MD with an average of $5,362 per month.

Assisted living costs in Capitol Heights, MD, vs. nearby cities

Capitol Heights, MD
$5,892/mo

Assisted living costs in Capitol Heights, MD, vs. state and national averages

Capitol Heights, MD
$5,892/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Capitol Heights, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,892/mo
$7,201/mo

Assisted living costs in Capitol Heights, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,560/mo
Private
$3,933/mo
Studio
$5,353/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,648/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,515/mo

Senior living costs in Capitol Heights 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: Capitol Heights, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCapitol Heights, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,892/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,201/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,938/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Capitol Heights, MD:$5,892/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Capitol Heights, MD:$7,201/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Capitol Heights, MD:$4,938/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Capitol Heights, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Capitol Heights 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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Assisted living cost trends in Capitol Heights, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Capitol Heights 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Capitol Heights, MD$5,328/mo$4,426/mo+20.4%
Maryland$5,924/mo$5,417/mo+9.4%
National$4,875/mo$4,585/mo+6.3%
Capitol Heights, MD
2024 average cost:$5,328/mo
2023 average cost:$4,426/mo
Percent change:+20.4%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$5,924/mo
2023 average cost:$5,417/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,875/mo
2023 average cost:$4,585/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Capitol Heights, MD

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What families are saying about assisted living in Capitol Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Capitol Heights

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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Arcadia of Crofton II in Gambrills, MD

4.4
The community has activities. The facility is a very home style setting, small number of patients, the staff is a 4-1 staff ratio. The director is very personable and helpful. The room my brother is in is his and can set it up anyway he wants. It is about as homey as you can get.

Prince of Peace IV in Cheltenham, MD

5.0
I would recommend Prince of Peace IV to others. It feels like home and the environment is pleasing and clean. The move in process was very simple. I rate the care very high, as they notice any small changes in my mother's health and alert me immediately.

Capitol Heights review score based on 97 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 97 reviews of 51 Capitol Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Capitol Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Capitol Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Capitol Heights, MD51 facilities
7.9
Seat Pleasant, MD71 facilities
8.3

Review subcategories for Capitol Heights assisted living

When assisted living 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 97 reviews of 51 Capitol Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Capitol Heights resident and family assisted living 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.
Capitol Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Capitol Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Capitol Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Capitol Heights, 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 Capitol Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Capitol Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
37.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
78.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Capitol Heights assisted living

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 Capitol Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Capitol Heights, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
13.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Capitol Heights assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Capitol Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Capitol Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
15.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Capitol Heights assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Capitol Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Capitol Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
9.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Capitol Heights assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Capitol Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Capitol Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
13.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
17.6%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
17.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
15.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Capitol Heights

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Capitol Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Magnolia House Assisted Living, Chevy Chase House and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Capitol Heights, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 65 assisted living facilities near Capitol Heights, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Capitol Heights, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington and Sunrise of Chevy Chase. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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