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J'Rose Assisted Living Facility I
808 E Franklin Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20901
J'Rose Assisted Living Facility I is a residential care home located in the tranquil Silver Spring City, MD in Montgomery County. Our picturesque community is located in a clean, safe, friendly, and upscale neighborhood. We are short distance from the main road. Our community strives to offer...
Cresthaven
1020 Cresthaven Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20903
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...
The Fountains at Washington House
5100 Fillmore Ave, Alexandria, VA 22311
Welcome to Alexandria's number-one continuing care RENTAL community! Located near Washington DC, The Fountains at Washington House offers nine (9) floor plans in both assisted and independent living in a boutique-hotel style environment. Our community provides independent living, assisted living...
Avalon House on Woodland Drive
6809 Woodland Drive, Falls Church, VA 22046
Avalon House on Woodland Drive is an Alzheimer's Care provider located in the independent city of Falls Church, Virginia. We are known for providing dedicated memory care programs as well as following the philosophy of aging in place. Our intent is to provide senior citizens with the comfort and...
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Silverado Alexandria
2807 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302
Located within a mile of Old Town Alexandria just off of King Street, Silverado Alexandria is more than just assisted living. It is a specialized memory care community dedicated to enriching life for the memory impaired.Many families shared the peace of mind they experienced when they finally...
Independence Court of Hyattsville
5821 Queens Chapel Road, Hyattsville, MD 20782
Independence Court of Hyattsville is an elegant assisted living home that is available to residents who are looking for a peaceful place to live. This community offers its residents access to the historic city of Hyattsville, MD. Guests of the residents of this community will find that they have...
AlfredHouse Andrus
10910 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
Avalon Assisted Living Facilities Avalon Assisted Living Facilities is a residential care home for seniors located in Bethesda, Maryland in Montgomery County. Bethesda is a thriving community just Northwest of Washington D.C., so you can share in the joy of all the historical, cultural, and...
Sunrise of Arlington
2000 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22207
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
Angel Assisted Living/College Park
3407 Marlbrough Court, College Park, MD 20740
Angel Assisted Living is a senior care home located in College Park, MD, which is situated in Prince George's County. The city, which is known for its museums and historical sites, offers an abundance of opportunities for education and enrichment. Visitors and residents alike enjoy exploring the...
Prince of Peace III
7420 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Jeya Assisted Living Facility
307 East University Boulevard, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Jeya Assisted Living Facility is located in Silver Spring, MD, which serves Montgomery County. This residential care home is situated in the fourth most populated region of Maryland. This area of the state is a beautiful place to live and while the city itself is smaller than some, it is near...
Avalon House on Oakview Drive
1503 Oakview Drive, McLean, VA 22101
Avalon House on Oakview Drive is an assisted living facility located on Oakview Drive in McLean, Virginia. While we specialize in providing help for older residents, we also offer some memory care services for those suffering from Alzheimer's or dementia because we want the families of those...
Sunrise at Bluemont Park
5900 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22205
Our 35 year mission at Sunrise Senior Living has been to champion the quality of life for all seniors. Our approach is simple; resident centered care. This approach helps seniors live the life they want to live by providing options to meet their individual needs and wishes. Sunrise offers a...
Newbegin Care Home
2200 Sarnac Street, Hyattsville, MD 20783
Newbegin Care Home is located in Adelphi, MD in Prince George's County. This residential care home provides the support that you need in an area that is peaceful and quiet. Those who spend time in Prince George's County enjoy checking out Belair Mansion, Adelphi Mill, Montpelier Mansion, Glen...
Grand Oaks
5901 MacArthur Boulevard Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
Grand Oaks is located on the campus of Sibley Memorial Hospital. It is close to Georgetown, Bethesda and just minutes from the Potomac River and the Virginia Suburbs. Our residents feel inspired in their spacious, light filled apartments, dine in elegance with delicious meals and remain active...
Oak Street Retreat
6602 Oak Street, Cheverly, MD 20785
Oak Street Retreat is a quaint senior care home located in Cheverly, Maryland, which is in Prince George's County, conveniently located 1 mile from the Washington D.C. border. There are various parks and recreational areas in Cheverly, which was once mostly farmland. The annual Cheverly Day...
Five Star Premier Residences of Chevy Chase
8100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Five Star Senior Living, founded in 2001, is a trusted name in senior care with over 200 facilities and communities in 33 states. The standards that we have set inspire us to exceed what is expected — becoming a valued member of our community, striving to surpass every standard, and keeping...
Apple Blossoms Assisted Living
1013 Cresthaven Drive Always call after sending re, Silver Spring, MD 20903
Located in Silver Spring, Maryland, Apple Blossoms Assisted Living is a place where seniors can enjoy their golden years in a quiet neighborhood with no signs of an institutional complex. We believe you family should be treated like our family and work hard to make every resident feel like a...
Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue
5111 Connecticut Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20008
Located in the heart of Washington, DC, Sunrise on Connecticut Avenue has been serving the Nation's Capital with quality assisted living and memory care programs since 2003. We are conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants, museums and shopping. Our tenured leadership team has...
Good Samaritan Assisted Living
707 Kerwin Road, Silver Spring, MD 20901
Good Samaritan Assisted Living is located in Silver Spring, Maryland. The comprehensive service and amenities are specially designed to promote well-being and personal satisfaction in all areas of a resident's life: physical, emotional, social and recreational. This approach to...
Avalon House on Gerard Court
6442 Gerard Court, Falls Church, VA 22043
Avalon House on Gerard Court is a high quality assisted living facility located in Falls, Church Virginia. We pride ourselves in offering a first class facility to seniors. We also provide nursing care, an on staff physician, podiatrist, dentist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, and...
Sunrise of Bethesda
4925 Battery Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
At Sunrise of Bethesda, located northwest of Washington, DC, in Montgomery County, our residents receive the highest level of care inside our community while enjoying access to some of the nation's premiere hospitals, located just minutes away.Our beautiful community offers assisted living and...
Forest Side
2701 Military Road NW, Washington, DC 20015
Forest Side Assisted Living, a Forest Hills of DC Community, is the newest residence in the District specializing in the care of individuals with memory loss. The home is arranged in small intimate neighborhoods where individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other cognitive impairments are...
Tender Care Group Home
3504 Summit Drive, Temple Hills, MD 20748
Tender Care Group Home is just over a mile south of Suitland Pkwy nestled in a secure residential neighborhood in Temple Hills, MD. This specialized senior care provider offers a home like atmosphere for those who suffer from Dementia. Our purpose is to provide independent living while keeping...
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive
1505 Woodacre Drive, McLean, VA 22101
Avalon House on Woodacre Drive is one of many residential assisted living Avalon Homes located in Northern Virginia and Maryland. Specializing in residents with Alzheimer's and other types of memory loss difficulties, the Woodacre Drive residence is conveniently situated west of George Washington...
Avalon House on High Street
6712 High Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
Avalon House on High Street is an assisted living facility located in Falls Church, Virginia. At Avalon House we recognize the importance of balancing a warm, homelike environment with comprehensive medical care. When your loved one is no longer able to live at home, the decision to seek out an...
Sunrise of Falls Church
330 North Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
Located just minutes from historic downtown Falls Church and only a few miles from the national capital, our setting is convenient for families living throughout Fairfax and Arlington counties and beyond. Sunrise of Falls Church is nestled in the heart of the scenic City of Falls Church, just a...
Avalon House of Hardwood Lane
1518 Hardwood Lane, McLean, VA 22101
Avalon House Of Hardwood Lane offers internationally recognized levels of care and comfortable living in an environment of world-class, well-designed accommodations. With support services that are unmatched, Avalon House provides attentive, loving, individualized levels of assistance while...
Sunrise of Alexandria
3520 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22304
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...
Chevy Chase House
5420 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20015
Experience luxury at Meridian Senior Living’s newly remodeled Chevy Chase House, the place where assisted living meets the style and comfort of a contemporary residence in the heart of Washington, DC. The Chevy Chase House was thoughtfully redesigned by an award-winning design firm to incorporate...
Bartholomew House
6904 River Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817
Hands & Heart Assisted Living Hyattsville
6612 24th Avenue, Hyattsville, MD 20782
We are devoted to meeting the unique needs of each resident through a variety of senior care living optionsASSISTED LIVING AT HANDS & HEART ALLOWS SENIORS TO REMAIN INDEPENDENT IN A PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED AND CAREFULLY DESIGNED COMMUNITY SETTING. ENJOY VIBRANT SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, PERSONALIZED...
Sunrise of Old Town (Opening Spring 2021)
400 N Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Ingleside at Rock Creek
3050 Military Road NW, Washington, DC 20015
With more than a century ofservice and sophistication, Ingleside at Rock Creek is the preferred address for Washington, D.C. retirement.There’s no setting quite like ours: 14 acres of wooded paths and flourishing gardens, bordering Rock Creek Park. In an elite Northwest Washington, D.C....
Brandywine Living at Alexandria
5550 Cardinal Place, Alexandria, VA 22304
An Outstanding LocationLocated next to Cameron Station and just minutes from historic Old Town, Brandywine Living at Alexandria provides a convenient location for seniors to reside close to their children, grandchildren, and friends, while remaining in the community they love.This 116-suite,...
Sunrise of Chevy Chase
2201 Colston Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910
At Sunrise of Chevy Chase, conveniently located adjacent to Washington, DC, in Maryland’s Montgomery County, we provide a safe, comfortable living environment and excellent care delivered by an experienced, compassionate team of caregivers. Our beautiful community, nestled in a desirable...
Kensington Park Senior Living
3620 Littledale Road, Kensington, MD 20895
At Kensington Park Retirement Community, our services and setting are as unique as the residents we serve. Whether you are seeking Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Alzheimer's/ Memory Care, Kensington Park is designed to provide an encouraging and comprehensive continuum of services. ...
The Jefferson
900 North Taylor Street, Arlington, VA 22203
Welcome to The Jefferson, where ownership and a unique approach to active aging are conveniently located at The Gateway to Arlington Virginia, just minutes away from Washington, DC.The Jefferson has skillfully combined independence, luxury,services and amenities with the security of home...
Amazing Grace Senior Care
6710 Parkwood Street, Hyattsville, MD 20784
Constant Care Assisted Living
1213 Doewood Lane, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
From the very beginning, Constant Care Assisted Living has always been run according to the motto of ''Our family looking after your family''. As the motto suggests, the first facility was open and run by an entire family. The facility started with the idea of family, and as it has grown the idea...
Bliss Villa Elder Care II
1025 Cresthaven Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20903
Bliss Villa Elder Care II is a residential care home that resides in Montgomery County in the wonderful city of Silver Spring, MD. This area is known for its scenery and great activities that are available to its residents. For the seniors that are looking for a bit of retail therapy, they will...
Maple Heights Senior Living
5100 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011
At Maple Heights Senior Living, you will find that we give options to Senior Living. Whether you are in search of a more independent lifestyle with a variety of optional services, or a full complement of Assisted Living/Memory Care, Maple Heights offers the best of both worlds within our...
Sunrise at Fox Hill
8300 Burdette Road, Bethesda, MD 20817
Sunrise at Fox Hill is Sunrise Senior Living's premier community! With easy access to Washington, DC and northern Virginia, our residents and families love our location which is just minutes from downtown Bethesda's exciting shops, restaurants and cultural activities. Fox Hill Assisted Living...
Mama's Care Assisted Living Inc
4111 East West Highway, University Park, MD 20782
MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to create services for seniors that enhance the value of the entire span of life In a residential, and safe environment. ABOUT US: Mama's Care Assisted Living is a single family house located at 4111 East West Highway in University Park Maryland, and it's on half...
Brighton Gardens at Friendship Heights
5555 Friendship Boulevard, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Brighton Gardens provides personal care in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. A separate Special Care Center for residents with Alzheimer's or other memory related...
The Residences at Thomas Circle
1330 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005
More than a great place to live, The Residences at Thomas Circle is a neighborhood within a neighborhood – where seniors can live life their way.LIFE AT ITS FINEST In the heart of downtown DC, just blocks from the White House and a short walk to museums and monuments, you will find seniors...
Forest Hills of DC
4901 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008
Inclusive Senior Living... Essential care and support for life Formerly known as the Methodist Home of DC, Forest Hills holds a tradition of excellence for over 125 years. Throughout our history, our focus has always been on people -- our residents and our staff who, together, make our community...
Brookdale Arlington
3821 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22203
As one of the premier assisted living and memory care communities in the Washington, D.C., area, we are conveniently located in the heart of Arlington, Va., an upscale area consistently ranked among the wealthiest counties in the United States. We’re close to casual and fine dining...
Avalon House on Laburnum Street
1453 Laburnum Street, McLean, VA 22101
Auxiliary House
5501 Southwick Street, Bethesda, MD 20814
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...
Assisted Living in Washington, DC
Assisted living communities are a popular option for senior living in Washington DC. An assisted living community consists of apartment-style housing and provides opportunities for socialization in a safe, supervised environment with personalized support. Often provided are scheduled leisurely outings, and assistance with transportation and appointments. In some cases, communities may offer skilled nursing services and dementia or memory care. Staff is present 24 hours a day and is available to assist with the activities of daily living, or ADLs
Assisted living communities are an ideal choice for seniors who would like to continue to live an independent life, but might benefit from the safety and security of living with peers in a supervised environment.
Cost of Assisted Living Facilities in Washington, DC
The average monthly cost of assisted living is as follows:
- Mean cost city proper: $7,500
- Median cost city proper: $7,000
- Mean cost metro area: $5,700
- Median cost metro area: $5,300
Public assistance is available through the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (EPD) Medicaid Waiver program. The District of Columbia Department of Health licenses and certifies this type of city for the District of Columbia.
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Cost of Living
The cost of living in D.C. tends to be more expensive than most other U.S. cities. The cost-of-living-index is rated 50 points higher than the national average and the grocery index is rated 15 points higher than the national average. All index scores are based on a scale where 100 is equivalent to the national average.
Local Hospitals
The Washington, DC area is home to many world class medical communities. Some of the top communities in the area are:
- Inova Fairfax Hospital – Rated the number one hospital in the DC region by U.S. News & World Report, Inova Fairfax Hospital is the flagship community of the Inova Fairfax family of five hospitals in the area. The hospital is a 923-bed community and a Level 1 Trauma Center, and specializes in a variety of procedures including oncology and cardiac surgery.
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital – A non-profit acute care hospital, MedStar Georgetown is a teaching and research hospital which focuses on many different areas of care. The hospital was recently ranked highly in the fields of geriatrics, hip replacement, and cancer care as well as seven other fields by the U.S. News & World Report.
- MedStar Washington Hospital Center – Washington, DC’s busiest and largest hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center is a 912-bed medical center with a comprehensive list of care specialties. The hospital is highly ranked nationally in the fields of cardiology and heart surgery.
Weather and Climate
Washington D.C. has a humid subtropical climate according to the Koppen Climate Classification Guide. The average humidity level for Washington, D.C. is roughly 67%. Humidity levels are highest during the month of September at about 71%. Humid subtropical regions are generally characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters, although the colder seasons in DC are usually somewhat milder than those in the Northeast.
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Air Quality
The average air quality conditions are rated as moderate. This means that those who are unusually sensitive should consider limiting the amount of time spent on outdoor exertion.
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Demographics and Values
As America’s capital city, politics are a central component to the lives of many in Washington, DC. Much of the city is often bustling with government officials and employees, and the cultural landscape is shaped by their presence. Political beliefs of most city residents tend to lean left-of-center, although outside the city proper, preferences are more varied.
The city is also known as the home of a great number of colleges and has a visible presence of students. Much of the region’s economy is centered around its government offices and adjacent industries, such as legal and lobbying firms, and the surrounding neighborhoods are home to several Fortune 500 companies.
Another main source of economy for the region is tourism – Washington, DC is a major tourist destination for visitors from all over the country and the world, interested in learning the history of our country, observing the countless national landmarks, and visiting the many museums that DC is famous for.
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Washington, D.C. is considered very friendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community are accepted by the general public and can actively participate in public life without fear of bigotry.
Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation
Considered one of the country’s top tourist destinations, Washington, DC has no shortage of interesting activities to partake in. Staples such as the Capitol Building, the Washington Monument, and the Lincoln Memorial are always worth a visit. Another thing the city is known for is its world-famous museums — and there are plenty. Perhaps none are more celebrated than the Smithsonian museums, including the following:
- The National Museum of American History
- The National Museum of the American Indian
- The National Museum of African American History and Culture
- The National Air and Space Museum
- The Smithsonian American Art Museum
- The National Museum of Natural History
Their collections cover a spectrum of interest and history, and as an added bonus, the museums offer free admission, allowing everyone to enjoy them. If weather permits, one can take a trip outside to visit the Smithsonian Gardens, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, and the National Zoo, all operating without an admission fee as well. One could feasibly spend days or even weeks enjoying the sights of the city barely spending a dime!
Speaking of the outdoors, Washington, DC’s annual Cherry Blossom Festival is an event not to be missed. Honoring the gift of Japanese cherry trees from Tokyo City’s Mayor Yukio Ozaki in 1912, the festival begins yearly around mid-March and often draws over 700,000 people to view the spring bloom of the cherry blossoms and partake in the many scheduled events, including an adjacent kite festival, art exhibits, and celebrations of Japanese culture and history.
Transportation
The Washington, DC metropolitan area is well-known for its robust public transportation system, and within city limits it’s definitely possible to get by without having to drive. In some neighborhoods you might be able to accomplish daily tasks without needing a vehicle at all. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the Metro, which consists of a rail and subway system as well as a bus system, both of which offer transportation throughout the city and surrounding neighborhoods. The rail system runs from around 5am to 11pm, and the bus often continues later, with many routes in operation past midnight. Discounted fares are offered to seniors ages 65 and older. The DC area also has plenty of options for taxis and rideshare services.
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J'Rose Assisted Living Facility I, Forest Side and Tender Care Group Home are the top rated assisted living facilities near Washington, District of Columbia. See full list of communities.
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