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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Charles County, MD

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If your loved one needs memory care in Charles County, A Place for Mom can help. With 243 memory care facilities in Charles County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Barry Farm, Buena Vista and Congress Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Waldorf, Alexandria and Springfield.

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I would highly recommend this community to others based on my experience. The community is kept neat and clean, and the staff is very nice and helpful. The food looks good, and they have activities...
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Hughes Home is located in Fredericksburg, VA, an area that is rich in history and beauty. Those who choose to make this assisted living community their home will find that its location offers much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of this community will find that they have much...
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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...
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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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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.
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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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.
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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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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.
What kind of healthcare are you looking for -- long-term nursing services? short-term help recuperating from an injury or illness? specialized care for a loved one showing signs of Alzheimer's disease? No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean,...
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Cost of memory care in Charles County, MD

The average cost of senior living in Charles County is $6,842 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leonardtown, MD with an average of $6,139 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Charles County, MD vs. nearby counties

Charles County, MD
$6,842/mo

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

Charles County, MD
$6,842/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,842/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,187/mo
Studio
$6,791/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,216/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,687/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Charles County

Recent reviews for memory care in Charles County

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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Harpers Station Gainesville

4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.

Charles County review score based on 1,245 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 1245 reviews of 220 Charles County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Charles County 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

Charles County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Charles County, MD220 facilities
8.4
Port Tobacco, MD246 facilities
8.4

Review subcategories for Charles County 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 1,245 reviews of 220 Charles County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Charles County 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.
Charles County, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Charles County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charles County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charles County, 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 Charles County 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 Charles County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Charles County, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.7%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.1%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.7%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.1%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.8%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Charles County 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 Charles County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Charles County, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.3%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.5%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.4%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Charles County 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 Charles County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charles County, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.7%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
57.4%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Charles County 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 Charles County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charles County, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.2%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.6%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.6%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charles County 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 Charles County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charles County, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.2%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.9%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.9%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.3%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
42.6%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.1%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 243 memory care facilities near Charles County, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Charles County, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 243 memory care facilities near you in Charles County, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Charles County, 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 Charles County, 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 Charles County, Maryland ranges from $84 to $77350. The average Memory Care cost in Charles County, Maryland is $6,842. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Charles County, Maryland typically starts at $84. 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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