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Expert Senior Living Advisors from A Place for Mom can help direct you to Residential Care Homes. Together, we will find the perfect fit for your loved one; and we will provide direction and support as needed. We partner with 357 Care Homes in Washington and the surrounding area, so there are many options to choose from. A Place for Mom is the largest senior living referral service in North America, and we can help you make a good choice at no cost to you.
7420 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912
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...
1453 Laburnum Street, McLean, VA 22101
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
6710 Parkwood Street, Hyattsville, MD 20784
1013 Cresthaven Dr, 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...
Residential care homes — sometimes called care homes, board and care homes, group homes, or personal care homes — are often houses in residential neighborhoods that are adapted, equipped, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually 10 or less. Similar to assisted living but in a smaller, more residential setting, these homes provide supervision, organized events, and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). This means care homes can help with everyday routines but typically do not provide 24-hour skilled nursing assistance.
The cost of living in a care home depends largely on location. Since the homes are private residences, costs are tied to real estate value and therefore may vary greatly.
A Place for Mom’s local Senior Living Advisors can help find the right residential care home in Washington, D.C. for you or your loved one.
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.
The Washington, DC area is home to many world class medical communities. Some of the top communities in the area are:
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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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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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.
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:
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.
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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.
There are 20 care homes near Washington, District of Columbia. See the full list.
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