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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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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 the Sylvestery, we believe that for those with dementia, every moment of the day is an opportunity to experience meaning and comfort. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS is the philosophy behind the specialized interactive programs to provide cognitive and physical engagement to the...
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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.
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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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My 86 year old mother was at Chesterbrook Residences for 9 month before she died peacefully in her sleep from heart problems. She loved Chesterbrook Residences, her apartment, the people there who became...
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.
Chesterbrook ResidencesChesterfield Residences is an assisted living community located in Falls Church, VA in Fairfax County and home to just over 12,000 people. Falls Church is a busy city close to D.C., with lots of great stores, shopping and activities. Residents will enjoy going out to...
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The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
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.
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I am so very happy with the care my mother gets here, there are only 4 residents so the individual one-on-one care is fabulous. They take my mother out shopping with them, I know she is secure in a home...
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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My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
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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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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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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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My loved one has really enjoyed her stay at this community, the staff have all been excellent at providing great around the clock care to my loved one. My mother really is enjoying her dinning experience and...
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.
Tysons Woods is a highly celebrated assisted living facility located in beautiful downtown Vienna, Virginia. The home is nestled in a cozy little suburban area, just a short distance away from a large shopping center and the downtown historic part of the city. The home prides itself in offering...
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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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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: 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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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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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.
In 1995, we started Cedar Creek because we saw a big gap in assisted living choicesfor people with dementia. We strongly believe people with memory loss feel safer and more secure in small homes like the ones they've lived in all their lives. At our homes in Montgomery County, our residents live...
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.
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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
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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: 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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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.
Cresthaven is a small, female only senior care home located in the unincorporated area of Silver Spring, Maryland, which is located in Montgomery County. Silver Spring is a bustling business hub adorned with many parks and recreation areas, including sections of Rock Creek Park, which is well...
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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
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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.
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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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.
At Silver Spring Assisted Living, great care begins with attention. Our stair-free residence accommodates 5 residents in 3 private rooms, 1 companion/shared room for 2, in a delightful dining setting, an expanded living/activity room, a long with a compassionate staff.We provide care that to...
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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
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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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Glen Echo, MD

The average cost of senior living in Glen Echo is $5,857 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leisure World, MD with an average of $5,691 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Echo, MD vs. nearby cities

Glen Echo, MD
$5,857/mo
$5,826/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Echo, MD vs. the state and national average

Glen Echo, MD
$5,857/mo
U.S. national average
$4,553/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Echo vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,857/mo
$7,121/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Glen Echo, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$5,682/mo
Private
$5,577/mo
Studio
$7,260/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,825/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,538/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Glen Echo over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Glen Echo, MD

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What families are saying about assisted living in Glen Echo

Recent reviews for assisted living in Glen Echo

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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Commonwealth Senior Living at Manassas

4.4
My sister is a pt at commonwealth I have been very pleased with how they communitecate with me about my sister my sister seems to be happy there. She is in the hospital right now but will return soon. She has pneumonia and is on oxygen and will be under hospice

Residences at Vantage Point CCRC in Columbia, MD

5.0
I have lived at Vantage Place for 9 years. Ithas been my privilege to serve on various resident committees I am very appreciative of the made from scratch meals that are served daily in our dining facilities. Daily specials included a choice of clear broth or a cream soup, several salads, a ...
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Glen Echo review score based on 407 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 407 reviews of 98 Glen Echo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Glen Echo 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

Glen Echo review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Glen Echo, MD98 facilities
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Somerset, MD125 facilities

Review subcategories for Glen Echo 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 407 reviews of 98 Glen Echo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Glen Echo 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Meals & dining
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Glen Echo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Echo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Echo, 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 Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo 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
78.6%
53%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.7%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.6%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.3%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo 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
81.6%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.4%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo 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
48%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.2%
40.4%
No sugar
No sugar
61.2%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.3%
35.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
44.9%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.9%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
45.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Echo 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 Glen Echo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
54.1%
46.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
31.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
30.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.1%
50.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.3%
49.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.9%
37.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.1%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
33.7%
29.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.6%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Glen Echo

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 Glen Echo protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland Assisted Living regulations

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Montgomery Eldercare at Orchard, Montgomery ElderCare IV and Falcons Landing are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Glen Echo, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 122 assisted living facilities near Glen Echo, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Glen Echo, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Potomac Place and Sunrise of Montgomery Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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