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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.
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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.
Sunset Home for the Elderly is a small, senior care facility located in Alameda, California. We offer a cozy environment for senior citizens to enjoy their Golden Years, all while being less than a mile away from Shoreline Drive and the beach. The area is a peaceful and accommodating community...
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Cost of assisted living in Forest Heights, MD

The average cost of senior living in Forest Heights is $5,752 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Melwood, MD with an average of $5,554 per month.

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

Forest Heights, MD
$5,752/mo

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

Forest Heights, MD
$5,752/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,752/mo
$6,996/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,717/mo
Private
$4,456/mo
Studio
$6,244/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,797/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,671/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Senior living costs in Forest 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: Forest Heights, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Heights, MDMarylandU.S.
Assisted Living$5,752/mo$5,268/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,996/mo$6,221/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,785/mo$3,830/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Heights, MD:$5,752/mo
Maryland:$5,268/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Forest Heights, MD:$6,996/mo
Maryland:$6,221/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Forest Heights, MD:$4,785/mo
Maryland:$3,830/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Heights, 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 Forest Heights.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Heights

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest 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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Communication between families and staff. Residents and their families appreciate clear and effective communication from the staff at various communities. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, for example, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually. However, some families m ...
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Personalized care for unique resident needs. Families often praise the accommodating nature of caregivers at different communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Chevy Chase, the executive director is described as energetic and approachable, and staff members work together effectively to address individual resident needs. At Paul Spring C ...
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High-quality meals and dining experiences. Quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the food is praised for its delicious options, and at Vitality Living Arlington, the dining room staff cater to residents' needs. However, it's important to ...
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Engaging activities for socializing and staying active. Active and social residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various communities. For instance, at Vitality Living Arlington, there are French conversation classes, wine tastings, movie theaters, and hair salons. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the Activities Team organizes ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of the community. Maintaining a clean and well-kept environment is a priority at many communities. At Paul Spring Community, the community is described as beautiful and well-maintained, inside and out. At Aarondale Community, the caregivers, housekeepers, and dining team all contribute to the cleanliness and ...
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Responsive and caring staff. Friendly and caring staff members are essential for a positive living experience. At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, staff members work together as a team to provide excellent care, and at Spring Hills Mount Vernon, staff go above and beyond to meet residents' needs. Families appreciate the dedicati ...
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Forest Heights review score based on 134 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 134 reviews of 49 Forest Heights assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest 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

Forest Heights review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Forest Heights, MD49 facilities
8.4
National Harbor, MD65 facilities
8.2
Morningside, MD50 facilities

Review subcategories for Forest 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 134 reviews of 49 Forest Heights assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest 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.
Forest Heights, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.0
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.4
3.7
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.4
3.6
Value for cost*
3.4
3.7
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Forest Heights assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Heights assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest 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 Forest 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 Forest Heights that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest 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 Forest Heights Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.2%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest 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 Forest Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
36.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest 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 Forest Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest 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 Forest Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Heights, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
32.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest 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 Forest Heights protect seniors.
Learn about Maryland assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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