Bartholomew House
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Bethesda, MD
Bartholomew House
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Palliative Care · Bethesda, MD
Bartholomew House is a 35-bed assisted living community located at 6904 River Road in Bethesda, Maryland. Serving older adults in Montgomery County, the facility operates as a nonprofit community and holds a Type 2 assisted living license.
The Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality, oversees the inspection of this facility. No specific inspection history is available in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records show that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
The community provide assistance with activities of daily living, housekeeping, and daily meals. Resident programming include recreational, social, and spiritual activities. Specific floor plans are available for review upon request. Detailed information regarding staffing ratios, dining menus, and monthly pricing is not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.
This community suits families seeking a smaller-scale assisted living environment within a nonprofit residential setting. Families evaluating Bartholomew House should confirm Medicaid acceptance, verify current license details, and request the full inspection history directly from the Maryland Department of Health before making a placement decision.
35-bed community Rank #239 / 690Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 239th out of 690 homes in Maryland for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
28 years in operation Rank #53 / 210Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 210 homes in Maryland for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Maryland facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #837 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 837th out of 985 homes in Maryland for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living
IssuanceJuly 1, 1998
CountyMontgomery
Private Room
$74 - $251 per day
Semi-Private Room
$51 - $143 per day
Assistance With Activities Of Daily Living
Delicious Meals
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Social Programs
Spiritual Programs
ActivitiesResidents can participate in recreational, social, and spiritual programs
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2.3 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
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| Sunrise of Bethesda |
AL
MC
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Bethesda (Battery Lane) |
108
Facility
108
MD AVG
43
Rank
#100 / 690
| Yes |
90
Facility
90
MD AVG
43
Rank
#29 / 985
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
8
Facility
8
MD AVG
21
Rank
#164 / 210
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29%
Male Residents — State Benchmarked 29% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (71% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
71%
Female Residents — State Benchmarked 71% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
79%
White Residents — State Benchmarked 79% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data. |
6%
African American Residents — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown. |
15%
Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 15% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Other (8%), Asian (4%), Hispanic (2%), Mixed Race (2%). |
6%
Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
40%
Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 40% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A high concentration in this mid-range bracket, where residents typically need moderate support with daily activities. |
44%
Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 44% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm. |
8%
Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community. |
| Sunrise at Fox Hill |
AL
HOS
MC
RC
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Bethesda (Burdette Road) |
105
Facility
105
MD AVG
43
Rank
#104 / 690
| Yes |
16
Facility
16
MD AVG
43
Rank
#772 / 985
| Studio / Suite / 1 Bed |
17
Facility
17
MD AVG
21
Rank
#121 / 210
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45%
Male Residents — State Benchmarked 45% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A relatively balanced gender mix for assisted living, where facilities typically skew heavily female. |
55%
Female Residents — State Benchmarked 55% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Closer to an even gender split than most assisted living facilities, which typically have 65–75% female residents. |
81%
White Residents — State Benchmarked 81% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data. |
0%
African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
19%
Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 19% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (6%), Mixed Race (6%), Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (4%), Hispanic (4%). |
6%
Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
23%
Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 23% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
58%
Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 58% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
11%
Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 11% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community. |
| Brightview Bethesda Grosvenor |
AL
MC
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Bethesda (Pooks Hill) |
104
Facility
104
MD AVG
43
Rank
#107 / 690
| Yes |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
43
Rank
#563 / 985
| Deluxe Apartments |
5
Facility
5
MD AVG
21
Rank
#184 / 210
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45%
Male Residents — State Benchmarked 45% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. A relatively balanced gender mix for assisted living, where facilities typically skew heavily female. |
55%
Female Residents — State Benchmarked 55% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Closer to an even gender split than most assisted living facilities, which typically have 65–75% female residents. |
90%
White Residents — State Benchmarked 90% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
0%
African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
10%
Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 10% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (6%), Hispanic (3%), Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (1%). |
4%
Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 4% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
25%
Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 25% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
60%
Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 60% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
10%
Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 10% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. Most residents here have not yet reached the oldest-old bracket, suggesting a younger overall community. |
| Bartholomew House |
AL
HOS
PC
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Bethesda |
35
Facility
35
MD AVG
43
Rank
#239 / 690
| No |
10
Facility
10
MD AVG
43
Rank
#837 / 985
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28
Facility
28
MD AVG
21
Rank
#53 / 210
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| Maplewood Park Place |
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
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Bethesda (Pooks Hill) |
29
Facility
29
MD AVG
43
Rank
#247 / 690
| Yes |
38
Facility
38
MD AVG
43
Rank
#542 / 985
| 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
30
Facility
30
MD AVG
21
Rank
#44 / 210
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18%
Male Residents — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (82% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
82%
Female Residents — State Benchmarked 82% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
100%
White Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
0%
African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
0%
Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. |
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6%
Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 6% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
24%
Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 24% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. The population here skews younger than the statewide norm, which may indicate a more active, lower-acuity community. |
71%
Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 71% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. A high proportion of the oldest-old suggests strong end-of-life care experience and very-high-acuity capabilities. |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bartholomew House
Is Bartholomew House in a walkable area?
Bartholomew House has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Bartholomew House have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Bartholomew House on this page.
How many beds does Bartholomew House have?
Bartholomew House has 35 beds.
Are there photos of Bartholomew House?
Yes — there are 3 photos of Bartholomew House in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Bartholomew House?
Bartholomew House is located at 6904 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20817.
What is the phone number of Bartholomew House?
(301) 320-6151 will put you in contact with the team at Bartholomew House.
What county is Bartholomew House located in?
Bartholomew House is in Montgomery County.
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