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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hess, MD

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If your loved one needs memory care in Hess, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Hess, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Edgewood, Bellona-Gittings and Lake Evesham.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Baltimore, Towson and Stewartstown.

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Photo of Commonwealth Senior Living at Cockeysville
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44 Floor plans available
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They need better communication. Since new ownership the only communication is the invoice. They are average and good for the price.
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 at CockeysvilleSenior Living in Cockeysville, MDAt Commonwealth Senior Living at Cockeysville, the promise we make to our residents and their families is the same commitment we make to ourselves: “We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.” With these guiding principles, we...
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Photo of Bel Air Assisted Living
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It was a big change for everybody in the family, but we made it! Mom is all settled in and happy in her new spot. She seems to be really thriving. I’m very happy with the care she is getting and manager...
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.
Bel Air Assisted Living is a luxury assisted living facility located in beautiful Harford County, Maryland. We have nearly 1 caregiver for every 6 residents, providing more attention than any other facility in Greater Baltimore. Average ratio at other facilities is 1 caregiver for every 15 to 20...
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Madonna Heritage has been a wonderful assisted living facility that has met the needs of my parent. This was a hard decision and Madonna Heritage made the transition for my family as easy as could be. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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They provide a foot doctor, as well as a primary care doctor that is on call and visits the residents when needed. Some activities they have are bingo, arts and crafts, a person that comes in and provides...
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 Hart Heritage Assisted Living community is located in suburban Forest Hill, Maryland. Forest Hill is a land of four seasons with warm summers and snowy winters. The 2000 census placed our town's population at 14,951 people, and our land area is 29.89 square miles. At Hart Heritage Assisted...
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Viva Senior Living is more expensive than many places that we looked at but the patient's comfort and care were the primary concern of everyone there.
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 at Bel AirSenior Living in Bel Air, MD“We Listen, We Love, We Care, We Serve.” At Commonwealth Senior Living at Bel Air, we’re committed to the high standards of those words every day — for both our residents and their families.Located in Bel Air, MD, only 25 miles from...
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I am so thrilled that my father is at Forest Hill Heights! The staff are caring, dedicated, experienced, and knowledgeable. Everything about the facility is lovely - it's well-appointed and clean, and 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.
Forest Hill Heights, LLC, is an assisted living residence in Forest Hill, Maryland. Now under new management, Forest Hill Heights (formerly known as Rock Spring Village) offers 24/7 on-site nursing care, fine dining, and personalized care plans for our residents. Caring has been our privilege for...
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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Cost of memory care in Hess, MD

The average cost of senior living in Hess is $5,206 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Windsor, MD with an average of $4,938 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hess, MD vs. nearby cities

Hess, MD
$5,206/mo
$5,272/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hess, MD vs. the state and national average

Hess, MD
$5,206/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hess vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,206/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Hess, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$4,759/mo
Studio
$6,566/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,590/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Hess

Recent reviews for memory care in Hess

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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New Life Healthy Living in Windsor Mill, MD

4.0
I've heard mostly good things from my loved ones. The staff have been very personable and attentive, and my grandmother says she likes it here.

Brightview Avondell in Bel Air, MD

5.0
My mother has been there just about a month now, and they're excellent. The personalized attention my mother gets makes her feel like she's on a cruise ship that hasn't left the dock. Every single member of the staff is exceptional. Avondell has 25 assisted living beds and I think about ...
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Hess memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hess memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hess, 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 Hess 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 Hess that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hess, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
85.7%
62.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hess 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 Hess Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hess, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
85.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71.4%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
85.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hess 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 Hess partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hess, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hess 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 Hess communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hess, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hess 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 Hess offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hess, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 8 memory care facilities near Hess, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Hess, Maryland is Sunrise of Pikesville. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Hess, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hess, 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 Hess, 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 Hess, Maryland ranges from $100 to $77350. The average Memory Care cost in Hess, Maryland is $5,206. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Hess, Maryland typically starts at $100. 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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