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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Darnestown, MD

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Alzheimer’s care in Darnestown incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Darnestown memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Darnestown, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Tribute at Black Hill by Cogir
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8.9
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8.9
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What we like the most about the community is that the facility itself has a lot of activities, are knowledgeable of all of the residents, and try to meet all of the residents needs. Yes, we would recommend...
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.
At Tribute Black Hill, our Active Senior Living program is a beautiful compliment to a life lived with joy, learning and comfort. Maybe you want to partake in the arts, and with the Black Rock Arts Center close by keeping in touch with your artistic personality is easy. Maybe you would enjoy wine...
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9.8
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81 reviews
9.8
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington's primary focus is to provide care for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. To visualize Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, picture four single level houses all connected by...
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9.6
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7 reviews
9.6
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What we like the most about the community is the location, the cleanliness and the overall friendliness. [name removed] and [name removed]. We also like the wait staff in the dining room. We would absolutely...
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 Residence at Colvin Run is a brand-new, state-of-the-art senior living community located in the heart of Great Falls Virginia. Our cottage style design creates a warm, cozy and inviting environment for residents to call home. Our community features infection control technology that includes...
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Sunrise is perfect for my dad. The staff is very caring and friendly. The meals are great. And his room is clean, spacious, and bright.
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 moment you walk through our door, you'll feel at home. From our warm, inviting fireplace to our cozy, family-like atmosphere, Sunrise at Montgomery Village is a step above the typical senior residence. For the past fifteen years, our caring and experienced staff has been helping seniors live...
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9.3
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65 reviews
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I would probably give them a 5 overall. My only concern is that we still need to have visiting angles to make sure my sister is getting enough attention. They have a great food program, nurses on staff 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.
If you’re looking for more than just a place to live — if you want to live well —  then Brookdale Potomac, a quiet three-story retirement community located in Potomac, Md., is the place for you. Our upscale community, which offers assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care, provides...
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It's a cozy community with four separate wings each wing has their own kitchen dining room leisure room with fireplace and outdoor space so it does not feel claustrophobic. There is a community room where...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Arden Courts of Potomac is a purpose built memory care community, for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and relate dementias.Our community is secure with outdoor courtyards and walking paths. We provide 24/7 care, which includes medication management,assistance with ADL’s, special...
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9.0
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It really made me feel like I wasn't alone in caring for my mom. The place feels like family. They are awesome specifically [names removed] and [name removed] at the front desk. I would recommend to others.
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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9.2
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36 reviews
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Provides: Memory Care
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.
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Great Falls Assisted Living, an Artis Senior Living community. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s...
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I would definitely recommend The Kensington. If you are looking for a very high touch, personable experience for your family member and yourself this is the place to be
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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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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We are really pleased with everything. My mom is in a suite. She has her own bedroom and shares a bathroom and a common area. All very clean and nice. The overall place is cheery and always active. The staff...
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 just two minutes off of I-270 and 10 minutes from the 495 Capital Beltway, Sunrise of Rockville is nestled in a convenient location within Montgomery County near the Rockville Metro and the Historic Area of Rockville. Our Assisting Living specializes in personalizing our services to meet...
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8.5
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8.5
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The staff is very nice, which made our decision easy. Plus, the rooms are much larger than the competition, making the stay even better.
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.
Great news! Pacifica Senior Living has set roots in beautiful Northern Virginia. Voted the "Best Senior Living in the Nation in 2020". Pacifica found this hidden gem of property nestled in Sterling, Virginia moments away from culinary delights around the world, shopping, farmer's markets, the...
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Photo of Sunrise at Countryside
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
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83 reviews
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Well they seem very resident centered but they don't seem to have a very good management system in place. They seem to be kind of disorganized and that can be a little frustrating. If you have the patience...
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.
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 Tribute at One Loudoun by Cogir
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8.4
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69 reviews
8.4
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The care is pretty good, sometimes it takes a bit too long though for staff to get to residents when they press button for help. My father's main caregiver is great! He does a great job. They have some nice...
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.
Come To Live Here. We’ve taken the blueprint for traditional senior living and put it right where it belongs—the trash can. It wasn’t hard. Traditional senior living communities stink.With Tribute at One Loudoun, we redefined everything – starting with the terms. We don’t call older adults...
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We chose Tall Oaks in the midst of a dementia crisis. They were able to help us in a pinch. The care is a good value. They do not have enough staff for "extras" such as delivering his mail to his room (he...
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.
For over 20 years, Tall Oaks At Reston has provided exceptional assisted living services to residents of the Northern Virginia area. Our staff's longevity and reputation is unsurpassed, bringing peace of mind to both residents and their families. The goal of Tall Oaks At Reston has always been to...
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A Place For Mom extremely helpful! I would definitely recommend! The place has lots of windows, outdoor patio is secure and the halls and gathering places very spacious. People are nice. Gorgeous place 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.
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My parents needed a place to age gracefully after staying with us for over two years, we began our search for the perfect senior living facility. Many of the places we visited were quite large and somewhat...
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.
Brightview Great FallsGreat Falls, Fairfax County, Virginia, is located right next to a scenic National Park, providing residents of Brightview Great Falls assisted living community with abundant natural beauty in a historical setting. Named for the Great Falls of the Potomac River, this...
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We love it. This is the 4th place my Mom has been to and it's the best!! The facility is clean and doesn't smell of urine, etc. The staff is warm, friendly, readily available and responsive. The activities...
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.
Landow House is an assisted living community, located in a safe area of Rockville, MD. This community is perfect for those who want to remain active and engaged in life, but could use some personal assistance with their daily activities. Landow House, has an average user review rating of 5 stars....
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Choosing Brightview as a place for my mother has shown to be a good choice. While she has only been there a few weeks, it is clear that the quality of her life is much better and engaging than before....
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 design-build community will feature residential apartments and personalized assistance and care services for seniors who need help with the activities of daily living. Brightview communities are known for offering a holistic approach to care and life enrichment. Each resident is esteemed for...
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We've been very happy with my mother's experience living at Ingleside's memory support assisted living. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the administrators have been very responsive when we've had...
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.
Ingleside at King Farm is a not-for-profit, continuing care retirement community central to the award-winning intergenerational King Farm development. We offer small town living just a short ride from the nation's capitol. Inside our walls, you will find a stress free lifestyle with a variety of...
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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.
Private, Secure Apartment LivingCaring staff and comfortable apartments with kitchenettes provide support, privacy, and the ability to live life just the way you prefer. With your favorite furnishings and mementos, you’ll feel right at home and secure knowing assistance is there if you need it....
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Raphael House is amazing!! My brother and my sister are very happy with the way that it looks and the way that they treat all of the residents, with compassion and patience. Also, they're always on top of...
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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It is a beautiful community inside. The staff are very friendly. I believe the staff are hired very well. This is the best community my loved ones have been in so far. I'm very happy with Brightview's...
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.
Experience a spectacular urban lifestyle at Brightview West End! Located in the heart of Rockville Town Center, Brightview West End is unlike any senior living community you’ve seen. Enjoy a snack at our Mingle cafe, a drink during happy hour in the pub, or a movie in our movie theater. Plus...
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Staff and residents extremely caring, knowledgeable and friendly. Common areas kept impeccably clean. Quality of care outstanding. Meals and dining super diverse and high quality. And plenty of activities....
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 Ashleigh at Lansdowne Community, located in Leesburg, offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Inspiritas - Memory Care. You'll have peace of mind knowing we are a Retirement Unlimited, Inc community, family-owned and operated in Virginia with a proud 35+ year tradition of providing...
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It's a very friendly and welcoming community with LOTS of activities planned each day to a variety of interests. These activities give residents opportunities to interact with other residents and expand...
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.
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Upon retirement, we looked at various long-term care facilities within our community. The location and the updated facilities at Falcons Landing are impressive. The food and service are excellent. We were...
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.

Cost of memory care in Darnestown, MD

The average cost of senior living in Darnestown is $8,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Columbia, MD with an average of $7,577 per month.

Memory care costs in Darnestown, MD, vs. state and national averages

Darnestown, MD
$8,359/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Darnestown, MD, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,359/mo

Memory care costs in Darnestown, MD, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,148/mo
Studio
$8,897/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,488/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,354/mo

Senior living costs in Darnestown 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: Darnestown, MD
Column state: Maryland
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarnestown, MDMarylandU.S.
Memory Care$8,359/mo$8,003/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,071/mo$6,951/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,581/mo$4,117/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Darnestown, MD:$8,359/mo
Maryland:$8,003/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Darnestown, MD:$7,071/mo
Maryland:$6,951/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Darnestown, MD:$4,581/mo
Maryland:$4,117/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Darnestown, MD, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Darnestown 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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Memory care cost trends in Darnestown, MD

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Darnestown 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 average 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
Darnestown, MD$7,769/mo$7,472/mo+4.0%
Maryland$7,436/mo$7,380/mo+0.8%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Darnestown, MD
2024 average cost:$7,769/mo
2023 average cost:$7,472/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Maryland
2024 average cost:$7,436/mo
2023 average cost:$7,380/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Darnestown

Recent reviews for memory care in Darnestown

HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick

5.0
My experience at Heartfields was excellent! I couldn’t have placed [name removed] in a more caring, professional environment. I would recommend Heartfields to anyone. It was a difficult time for me and they made it easier on a daily basis to continue to help [name removed]

Waltonwood Ashburn

4.6
My loved one is a resident at Waltonwood Ashburn. The staff is very friendly and approachable. The care associates are very capable and handle the residents very well. The food is good, or so my loved one says. Communication with the family is open, they are always available to answer questions ...
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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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Darnestown review score based on 9,461 family reviews

8.6
Review score340 facilities9461 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 9461 reviews of 340 Darnestown memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darnestown review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Darnestown review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Darnestown, MD340 facilities
8.2
Columbia, MD0 facilities
8.6
Frederick, MD0 facilities

Review subcategories for Darnestown memory care

When memory care 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 9,461 reviews of 340 Darnestown memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Darnestown resident and family memory care 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.
Darnestown, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
3.8
Friendliness
4.5
3.9
Care services
4.3
3.6
Staff
4.6
3.7
Meals & dining
4.3
3.4
Activities
4.3
3.4
Value for cost*
4.3
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Darnestown memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Darnestown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darnestown, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.4%
56.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.8%
42.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.1%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.8%
95%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74%
63%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.4%
24.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.9%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.6%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.3%
65%
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 Darnestown memory care

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 Darnestown Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darnestown, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.3%
65.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.3%
39.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.9%
61.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
23.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darnestown memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Darnestown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darnestown, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56%
38.6%
No sugar
No sugar
54.6%
35.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59.8%
45%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.7%
19.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Darnestown memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Darnestown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darnestown, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.7%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.1%
19.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Darnestown memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Darnestown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darnestown, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.5%
39.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
24.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.6%
47.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.8%
44.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
33.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
30.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.4%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
52.6%
40.8%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.9%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.3%
39.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Darnestown

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Tribute at Black Hill by Cogir, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington and The Residence at Colvin Run are the top-rated memory care facilities near Darnestown, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 29 memory care facilities near Darnestown, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Darnestown, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Fair Oaks. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 29 memory care facilities near you in Darnestown, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Darnestown, Maryland, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Darnestown, Maryland, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Darnestown, Maryland ranges from $2800 to $18780. The average Memory Care cost in Darnestown, Maryland is $8,359. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Darnestown, Maryland typically starts at $2800. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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