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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Columbia Forest, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in Columbia Forest, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Columbia Forest or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Columbia Forest.
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I've been very pleased with the service they've provided here. Mom seems so much happier since moving here, whenever I visit her she is always smiling! The staff here are experienced and professional, and...
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.
We know how difficult a decision it is to entrust your loved one to an assisted living home, rest assured that taking care of your loved one is our number one concern. We provide a safe, caring, loving, and nurturing environment for our residents. We are waiting to welcome...
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.
At JK House of Grace II, located in Silver Spring, MD, elderly residents experience quality senior living in a home environment that is welcoming and supportive. This assisted living residence is one of three JK House of Grace establishments. Each one is a small-scale assisted living group home....
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, 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.
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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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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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They seem very caring and dedicated to supporting my loved one.
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.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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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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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.
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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I am very pleased with it. I can't say enough nice things about Marie the owner, and all of the other families seem to be very comfortable with her as well. It's very clean, and the staff is small so they...
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.
Monique's Home Assisted LivingMonique's Home Assisted Living is a senior care home that's located in Prince George's county, Beltsville, MD. Care is provided in a group home setting. The quaint community is located within a humid subtropical climate that creates hot summers and mild-to-cool...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Since 1992, AlfredHouse ElderCare has been providing a nurturing environment to its residents. The eight beautiful facilities are nestled in the Rockville and Silver Spring areas. Not only are there daily activities for the residents to enjoy, but also scheduled outings to theater...
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My loved one has really enjoyed her stay at this community, the staff have all been excellent at providing great around the clock care to my loved one. My mother really is enjoying her dinning experience and...
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.
Tysons Woods is a highly celebrated assisted living facility located in beautiful downtown Vienna, Virginia. The home is nestled in a cozy little suburban area, just a short distance away from a large shopping center and the downtown historic part of the city. The home prides itself in offering...
Cost of assisted living in Columbia Forest, MD
The average cost of senior living in Columbia Forest is $5,810 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include College Park, MD with an average of $5,751 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Columbia Forest, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Columbia Forest, MD vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Columbia Forest
Recent reviews for assisted living in Columbia Forest
Modena Reserve at Kensington
5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.
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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Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD
5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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Columbia Forest review score based on 440 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 440 reviews of 110 Columbia Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Columbia Forest 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
Columbia Forest review score compared against nearby cities
8.7
Columbia Forest, MD110 facilities
8.8
Chevy Chase Section Five, MD131 facilities
8.8
Chevy Chase Section Three, MD133 facilities
Review subcategories for Columbia Forest 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 440 reviews of 110 Columbia Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Columbia Forest 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.Columbia Forest, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Columbia Forest assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Columbia Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Columbia Forest, 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 Columbia Forest 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 Columbia Forest 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
71.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.3%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Columbia Forest 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 Columbia Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.2%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Columbia Forest 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 Columbia Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
55.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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13%
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Availability of select dining options in Columbia Forest 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 Columbia Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
35.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
38.2%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Columbia Forest 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 Columbia Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.3%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.9%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Columbia Forest
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Columbia Forest protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Woodacre Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Columbia Forest, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 135 assisted living facilities near Columbia Forest, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Columbia Forest, Maryland are Avalon House on Laburnum Street, Avalon House on Oakview Drive and Avalon House on Woodacre Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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