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Photo of White Springs Senior Living
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We were able to move my mother into White Springs Memory Care guilt-free. We did visit frequently, had excellent communication with staff, and observed superior care at all hours of the day. Weekday staffing...
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.
White Springs Senior Living is a cozy senior living community located in the heart of Warrenton near Fauquier Hospital as well as the Warrenton Horse & Pony Show and historic boutiques in Old Town Warrenton. Wake up every day in a safe, intentionally designed living space. We tend to the...
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The staff, especially upper management is super helpful! I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
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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
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.
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 overall staff is great and they go the extra mile for the residents. My parents have had complaints about the quality of the food for a long time and it is not getting better. We had to report issues...
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.
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Attendants were very watchful of residents and housekeepers did a good job keeping the place from smelling. I was most impressed that they had a doctor on site every Friday plus on call if needed. My husband...
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.
Legacy Ridge takes a purposeful, comprehensive approach to memory care through state-of-the-art accommodations, a warm and welcoming environment, thoughtful programming, as well as amenities and finishes that prove no detail has been overlooked. From the Safe and Secure Courtyards, Spa, Fitness...
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What sold us on Harper station was that all three meals are prepared for Independent Living folks. Also, the fact that you can bring in nursing Aid assistance in small time increments into your independent...
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.
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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
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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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The staff we met was great at all the facilities — nothing I could differentiate between on just the visits. Alleged caregiver support, living areas and costs between facilities were similar. The biggest...
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.
Our beautiful, 10 acre campus is conveniently located within walking distance of the Severna Park Community Center, the public library, Woods Memorial Church and many other popular shops and restaurants. Our community consists of an independent living, assisted living and a specialized...
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. They have the same staff working with my mom for continuity. They are very communicative with me and listened to my suggestions for how best to transition with my mom to make her feel at home. I get weekly...
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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The memory care center within Sunrise of Reston Town Center was a great place for my Dad. He was only there for a short time, but the staff was very caring and attentive, and helped lift the weight off my...
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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Photo of Arbor Terrace Senior Living
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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
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.
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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They really care about there patients. Easy to work with! Very accommodating. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are needing to find a place for their loved one.
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.
Sycamore Acres II is located in Derwood, MD in Montgomery County. Our residential care home provides assistance to you in the kind of area that is quiet and relaxing. Those who spend time in Derwood enjoy all that Montgomery County offers including Seneca Creek State Park, Brookside Gardens,...
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Absolutely the best place for my mom. She loved the staff! Everyone from the ED to the caretakers are amazing. They are kind, caring, gentle, and fun. They made the last months of my mom's easy. I highly...
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.
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
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Photo of Lighthouse Senior Living at Rose Manor LLC for Ellicott City
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are extremely attentive. However, the hospice experience within facility not positive, unfortunately.
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.
Welcome to Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City! Our approach to Assisted Living includes a variety of services - from independent living to adaptive personal assistance; from dementia care to short-term stays. This flexibility allows us to continually meet the changing needs of our...
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This place is great! It is beautiful, staff are amazing, my dad loves the food! I would absolutely recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one!
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.
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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He spends a lot of time in his room and seldom gets involved in activities. He played bingo but did not understand to save the "fake $$" for things. He saw it was fake and threw it away. He is only in...
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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The care staff is excellent and admin listens to any concerns. My dad was only there for 3 months, but he made some friends, loved his care providers, and loved his room.
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.
Sunrise of Frederick is an assisted living community in Frederick, Maryland, located just blocks from The Golden Mile (Route 40 west). Sunrise of Frederick is nestled in a suburban, convenient setting. We pride ourselves in our experience in Frederick County with nearly 15 years serving seniors...
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5 for staff, 1 for sales team. They were helpful getting us in the door, but were not transparent about all costs, felt very al a carte and felt like a bait and switch operation to get our money and get us...
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.
Brighton Gardens provides personal care in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
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Putting a loved one into assisted living is always a difficult decision. It is an adjustment for all persons involved, including family. Sunrise has made the transition for my mother as easy as humanly...
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.
Welcome to Sunrise of Silver Spring, an assisted living community in Silver Spring, Maryland, just minutes from Route 495 and just off Route 29, north on New Hampshire Avenue. Sunrise of Silver Spring sits in a beautifully landscaped setting in a residential neighborhood, adjacent to the White...
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Staff is friendly and helpful. The staff they have seem to want to genuinely help. They're responsive too if you have an inquiry. Facility is clean and lacks odors that would imply otherwise. Typically has...
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.
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue has been serving the Nation's Capital with quality assisted living and memory care programs since 2003. We are conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants, museums and shopping. Our tenured leadership team has...
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It is a small facility and that is what we like. He's doing well there. It is a hard decision and I think that families have to make that decision themselves. My father in law seems to be happy with the...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living of Berryville is an assisted living community located in the city of Berryville, Virginia in the county of Clarke. For seniors living at Commonwealth Senior Living of Berryville that enjoy outdoor recreation, the nearby Clarke County Park offers a wide variety of...
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They are really great with my Mom. She has done so much better while being in their care. The staff is great and very attentive. I am very happy with her care. The staff is also very caring.
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at HagerstownSenior Living in Hagerstown, MD“We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.”At Commonwealth Senior Living at Hagerstown, we make this pledge to our residents and families every day. We listen so we can get to know you, and with love and care, we can serve and...
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My sister moved into Vitality Living on [date removed] and so far she and I have been very pleased with the care and services. Vitality is a friendly, welcoming place, with a range of activities for all...
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.
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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They are so good there. Very attentive. It's clean, doesn't smell. They have activities throughout the day to help keep my mother in law distracted and busy. She is settling in very well. The best part is...
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.
The Terraces at Westminster is an assisted living and memory care community in Westminster, Maryland.For more detailed information about amenities, features and services, or to schedule an appointment, please call us.
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My mother-in-law has been an Avalon House resident for almost two years now and we couldn't be happier with the care she has received there. She consistently tells us she feels safe and comfortable 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.
Avalon House on High Street is an assisted living facility located in Falls Church, Virginia. At Avalon House we recognize the importance of balancing a warm, homelike environment with comprehensive medical care. When your loved one is no longer able to live at home, the decision to seek out an...
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Cost of assisted living in Dickerson, MD

The average cost of senior living in Dickerson is $5,515 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Myersville, MD with an average of $5,109 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dickerson, MD, vs. nearby cities

Dickerson, MD
$5,515/mo

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

Dickerson, MD
$5,515/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Dickerson, MD, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,515/mo
$6,963/mo

Assisted living costs in Dickerson, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,144/mo
Private
$4,703/mo
Studio
$6,412/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,621/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,443/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,183/mo

Senior living costs in Dickerson 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: Dickerson, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDickerson, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,515/mo$5,268/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,963/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,966/mo$3,830/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dickerson, MD:$5,515/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Dickerson, MD:$6,963/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dickerson, MD:$4,966/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dickerson, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dickerson 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.

Dickerson, MDMD stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Dickerson, MD

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Dickerson 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
Dickerson, MD$6,333/mo$6,316/mo+0.3%
Maryland$6,329/mo$6,201/mo+2.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Dickerson, MD
2024 average cost:$6,333/mo
2023 average cost:$6,316/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$6,329/mo
2023 average cost:$6,201/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dickerson, MD

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Dickerson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dickerson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dickerson

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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Comfort Care in Fairfield, PA

5.0
Having to find placement for a loved one was a "Daunting" task. We looked at many options elsewhere and were mortified by what we saw! There entire staff have been exceptional! Kind, caring, and professional! we can clearly see their excellence..... They go above and beyond. Food, fantastic! ...
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Dickerson review score based on 1,801 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1801 reviews of 454 Dickerson assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dickerson 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

Dickerson review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dickerson, MD454 facilities
8.2
Barnesville, MD7 facilities
8.7
Poolesville, MD19 facilities

Review subcategories for Dickerson 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 1,801 reviews of 454 Dickerson assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dickerson 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.
Dickerson, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dickerson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dickerson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dickerson, 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 Dickerson 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 Dickerson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
61.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69.4%
54.5%
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 Dickerson 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 Dickerson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dickerson 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 Dickerson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
47.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.1%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dickerson 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 Dickerson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dickerson, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dickerson 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 Dickerson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dickerson, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.8%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.6%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
49.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
31.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dickerson

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 Dickerson 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 Fair Oaks are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dickerson, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 523 assisted living facilities near Dickerson, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dickerson, Maryland are Chevy Chase House, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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