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Memory care in Highland offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Highland is about $6,572 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 769 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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They cleaned and mopped the floors and dusted very routinely. The only thing I think they could improve on is that I do wish they cleaned my mother's furniture more often. The staff are very compassionate...
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.
AlfredHouse Symphony is a state-of-the-art building showcasing our values of personalized holistic care, incorporating various natural therapies including a sensory room, aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, therapy swings, and many opportunities to sit outside and look at our beautiful garden. As we...
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
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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.
Since 1995, Kenwood Care has managed four Howard County assisted living homes with two in Fulton, one in Dayton, and one in Laurel. Each location is in a beautiful residential setting and features:UNPARALLELED ROUND THE CLOCK CARE -2.5-to-1 resident-to-caregiver ratio (3x higher than state...
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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.
Elternhaus, IncElternhaus, provides a caring assisted living community to those adults who are looking to be a part of Dayton, MD. This community is located in a quiet area that is a great place to call home. Dayton is a part of Howard County and it offers much natural beauty in a peaceful area...
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Cost of memory care in Highland, MD

The average cost of senior living in Highland is $6,572 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sykesville, MD with an average of $6,089 per month.

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

Highland, MD
$6,572/mo

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

Highland, MD
$6,572/mo
U.S. national average
$4,920/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,572/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,165/mo
Studio
$6,409/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,910/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,757/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Highland over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Highland

Recent reviews for memory care in Highland

Integrity Esther's Place at the Park 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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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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Arbor Terrace Senior Living in Lanham, MD

4.9
From day one of them literally rolling out the red carpet - Arbor Terrace has provided exceptional care for Mom …. Mom’s room is always clean and well kept - they keep the her in engaged with various activities (the staff recently got Mom all dressed and dolled up and I was able to take her to ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and caring staff. Multiple reviews mention the exceptional friendliness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, staff go above and beyond to help residents feel at home and provide overall excellent care. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensing ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered at various communities. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring, residents enjoy activities like movies, music, and entertainment, while at Morningside House of Ellicott City, they provide creative activ ...
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Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Reviews highlight the importance of clean, well-designed living spaces for residents. At Olney Memory Care by Artis, a resident moved in quickly due to a fall and worsening dementia, and the facility was available, caring, and accommodating. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community i ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Several reviews emphasize the positive impact of the community atmosphere on residents' well-being. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring, the staff fostered a family like environment where residents were well taken care of. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care ...
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Individualized care plans. Reviews highlight the importance of tailored care plans for individual residents. At Olney Memory Care by Artis, staff were quick to evaluate and accept a resident with worsening dementia. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver Spring, staff accommodated a resident's spe ...
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Continuous communication and transparency. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is highlighted in various reviews. At Arbor Terrace Fulton, the community failed to provide timely medication to a resident, but the staff remained responsive to concerns. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Silver ...
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Highland review score based on 152 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 152 reviews of 30 Highland memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Highland 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

Highland review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Highland, MD30 facilities
8.7
8.8
Brookeville, MD33 facilities

Review subcategories for Highland 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 152 reviews of 30 Highland memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Highland 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.
Highland, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Highland memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Highland, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
86.7%
63%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
46.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
69.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
27.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
86.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Highland 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 Highland Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Highland, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
86.7%
71.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.7%
44.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
67.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
25.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Highland 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 Highland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highland, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
43.4%
No sugar
No sugar
76.7%
40.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
48.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland 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 Highland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
56.7%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.3%
39%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland 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 Highland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highland, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
32.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.7%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
52.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
58.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
38.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.3%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
46.7%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
45.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 31 memory care facilities near Highland, Maryland. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Highland, Maryland are Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kensington, Sunrise of Montgomery Village and Chevy Chase House. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 31 memory care facilities near you in Highland, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Highland, 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 Highland, 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 Highland, Maryland ranges from $51 to $19700. The average Memory Care cost in Highland, Maryland is $6,572. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Highland, Maryland typically starts at $51. 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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