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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Fort Washington, MD
If you’re looking for assisted living in Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Fort Washington.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Fort Washington for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 35 assisted living facilities in the Fort Washington area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Chevy Chase, Barnaby Woods and Hawthorne.
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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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My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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Unfortunately my loved one was only here very briefly before her care needs increased to the point where she needed a skilled nursing facility, but overall I thought they did a good job for the level of care...
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.
Labier Assisted Living has two small (8 residents) homes in quiet residential neighborhoods. Specializing in taking care of people who have memory impairments, Labier Assisted Living provides continuity of care by staff who have been employed for over 6 years and...
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Cost of assisted living in Fort Washington, MD
The average cost of senior living in Fort Washington is $5,659 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Plata, MD with an average of $5,261 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Washington, MD vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Fort Washington, MD vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Fort Washington, MD by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Fort Washington, MD
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What families are saying about assisted living in Fort Washington
Recent reviews for assisted living in Fort Washington
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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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA
5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them
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Communication between families and staff. Residents and their families express the importance of clear and effective communication with community staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the community director sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness, warmth, and attentiveness of staff members in creating a welcoming environment for residents. For example, at The Charleston Senior Community, the staff went above and beyond to provide excellent care for a resident's mother and have been recommended ...
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Variety of engaging activities. A range of activities catering to residents' interests helps keep them active and engaged, with movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more mentioned in several reviews. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, residents appreciate the variety of activities offered, which includes flower arrangi ...
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Thoughtfully managed transitions. Several reviews mention the ease and support provided during the move-in process, with staff going above and beyond to make the transition smooth for both residents and their families. At Sunrise of Mt Vernon, the team helped a resident's family with a FaceTime tour of the facility and accommo ...
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Individualized attention for unique needs. Personalized care and accommodations cater to residents' unique requirements, as seen in reviews where staff members accommodated dietary restrictions and made adjustments to improve residents' daily lives. At Spring Hills Mount Vernon, the staff's ability to foster individual connections and ...
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Responsive and attentive care. Communication and attention to residents' needs are crucial for their well-being and satisfaction. At Sunrise of Alexandria, staff are praised for their ability to provide responsive care and accommodate resident requests, ensuring a sense of safety and comfort.
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Fort Washington review score based on 111 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 111 reviews of 28 Fort Washington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Fort Washington 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
Fort Washington review score compared against nearby cities
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Fort Washington, MD28 facilities
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National Harbor, MD48 facilities
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Review subcategories for Fort Washington 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 111 reviews of 28 Fort Washington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Fort Washington 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.Fort Washington, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Fort Washington assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fort Washington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fort Washington, 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 Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington 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
67.9%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.4%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington 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
82.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington 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
39.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
46.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.4%
42%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fort Washington 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 Fort Washington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.9%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.4%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Fort Washington
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 Fort Washington protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Fort Washington, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 35 assisted living facilities near Fort Washington, Maryland. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Fort Washington, Maryland are Avalon House on Laburnum Street, Avalon House on Woodacre Drive and Avalon House on Dominion Crest. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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- Hyattsville, Maryland
- Centreville, Virginia
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