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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities in Frederick, MD using MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MD

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Jordan Weiss, PhD

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Jul 2026

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16 homes

Other senior care options in Frederick:

Assisted Living Nursing Homes Independent Living

Avg Walk Score: 39/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Frederick, MD. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 50/ 100

Avg No. of Beds: 100The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Frederick, MD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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Info below is compiled from the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.


Homewood Living Frederick	MC AL IL NH SNF	Frederick	120 Facility 120 MD AVG 42 Rank #72 / 684	Yes	14 Facility 14 MD AVG 45 Rank #788 / 953	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Buckingham‘s Choice	MC AL NH RC SNF	Adamstown (Baker Circle)	42 Facility 42 MD AVG 42 Rank #222 / 684	No	3 Facility 3 MD AVG 45 Rank #930 / 953	Private Rooms	31 Facility 31 MD AVG 21 Rank #39 / 210	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sunrise of Frederick	MC AL	Frederick (Waterford)	88 Facility 88 MD AVG 42 Rank #151 / 684	Yes	62 Facility 62 MD AVG 45 Rank #285 / 953	Studio / Suite / 2 Bed	45 Facility 45 MD AVG 21 Rank #4 / 210	31% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	69% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% 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.	97% White Residents — State Benchmarked 97% 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.	2% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% 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: Hispanic (2%).	10% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 10% 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.	34% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 34% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs.	48% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 48% 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.	6% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 6% 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.
Tranquillity at Fredericktowne	MC AL	Frederick	114 Facility 114 MD AVG 42 Rank #83 / 684	Yes	38 Facility 38 MD AVG 45 Rank #542 / 953	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	25 Facility 25 MD AVG 21 Rank #83 / 210	25% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 25% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (75% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	75% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 75% 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.	98% White Residents — State Benchmarked 98% 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.	2% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 2% 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: Hispanic (1%), Mixed Race (1%).	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.	54% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 54% 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.	16% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 16% 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.	24% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 24% 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.
HeartFields Assisted Living at Frederick	MC AL	Frederick (Dearbought)	52 Facility 52 MD AVG 42 Rank #208 / 684	Yes	52 Facility 52 MD AVG 45 Rank #400 / 953	Studio / Suite	27 Facility 27 MD AVG 21 Rank #62 / 210	26% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 26% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (74% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	74% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 74% 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.	93% White Residents — State Benchmarked 93% 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% 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.	10% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 10% 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.	26% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 26% 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.	48% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 48% 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.	17% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 17% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Citizens Nursing Home	MC HOS NH RC SNF	Frederick (Rosemont Avenue)	170 Facility 170 MD AVG 42 Rank #22 / 684	No	41 Facility 41 MD AVG 45 Rank #508 / 953	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Country Meadows of Frederick	MC AL HOS IL NH RC SNF	Frederick (Tulip Hill)	160 Facility 160 MD AVG 42 Rank #26 / 684	Yes	12 Facility 12 MD AVG 45 Rank #802 / 953	Private Rooms	24 Facility 24 MD AVG 21 Rank #93 / 210	33% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 33% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (67% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	67% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 67% 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.	97% White Residents — State Benchmarked 97% 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.	3% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 3% 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: Hispanic (2%), Asian (1%).	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.	19% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 19% 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.	59% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 59% 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.	15% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
The Lodge at Willow Ponds	MC AL IL NH SNF	Frederick	-	Yes	93 Facility 93 MD AVG 45 Rank #13 / 953	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Spring Arbor of Frederick	MC AL	Frederick (Ballenger Creek)	115 Facility 115 MD AVG 42 Rank #82 / 684	Yes	25 Facility 25 MD AVG 45 Rank #684 / 953	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	7 Facility 7 MD AVG 21 Rank #174 / 210	31% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 31% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (69% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	69% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 69% 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.	96% White Residents — State Benchmarked 96% 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.	4% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 4% 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 (4%).	3% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 3% 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.	39% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 39% 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.	34% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 34% 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.	25% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 25% 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.
Somerford House & Place Frederick	MC AL	Frederick (Whittier)	52 Facility 52 MD AVG 42 Rank #208 / 684	Yes	40 Facility 40 MD AVG 45 Rank #523 / 953	Studio / 1 Bed	25 Facility 25 MD AVG 21 Rank #83 / 210	21% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 21% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (79% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men.	79% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 79% 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.	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.	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: Mixed Race (4%), Other (4%), Hispanic (2%).	13% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the statewide profile for this youngest senior bracket in assisted living.	44% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 44% 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.	23% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 23% 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.	15% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket.
Frederick Health & Rehabilitation Center	MC HOS NH RC SNF	Frederick (Wyngate)	120 Facility 120 MD AVG 42 Rank #72 / 684	No	55 Facility 55 MD AVG 45 Rank #367 / 953	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Village Crossing at Worman‘s Mill – SageLife Senior Living	MC AL RC	Frederick (Wormans Mill)	100 Facility 100 MD AVG 42 Rank #108 / 684	Yes	56 Facility 56 MD AVG 45 Rank #355 / 953	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	3 Facility 3 MD AVG 21 Rank #203 / 210	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Edenton Retirement Community	MC AL HC IL	Frederick (Ballenger Creek)	-	Yes	43 Facility 43 MD AVG 45 Rank #494 / 953	Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Silverado Frederick Memory Care Community	MC AL RC	Frederick	72 Facility 72 MD AVG 42 Rank #178 / 684	Yes	20 Facility 20 MD AVG 45 Rank #740 / 953	Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms	3 Facility 3 MD AVG 21 Rank #203 / 210	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
National Lutheran Communities & Services	MC AL IL NH SNF	Frederick	-	No	38 Facility 38 MD AVG 45 Rank #542 / 953	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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Overview of Frederick Health & Rehabilitation Center

Frederick Health and Rehabilitation Center is where residents thrive with the support of quality services for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Families can rest easy knowing their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals.

Frederick Health and Rehabilitation Center aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

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Overview of Village Crossing at Worman‘s Mill – SageLife Senior Living

A senior living community that is ranked as one of the best in Frederick that excels in making a retirement home not just a community but a lifestyle. A proud member of the SageLife group, Plush Mills is the epitome of elegance and class from interior to exterior, nestled within nature– it’s given an excellent and respectable level of service that many knew they belonged. The memory care and assisted living community’s goal is to ensure that their residents need not worry about the lack of comfort, convenience, and choice– with the help of their professional care staff dedicated to attending to your needs.

Village Crossing has everything you need through its all-inclusive amenities and services. The beautiful community has designed comfortable features that will complement each individual’s lifestyle as they live a carefree senior life. Featured accommodations include wellness office and programs, library, pool table, art studio, housekeeping and linen, and transportation.

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Overview of Edenton Retirement Community

Edenton Retirement Community is one the most sought-after independent living, memory care, and assisted living communities in Frederick. They deliver world-class hospitality where seniors can age gracefully in a home-like environment. Management and staff do their best to offer residents a worry-free lifestyle. For over 30 years, Edenton’s goal is to ensure a living environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.

The retirement home offers modern amenities, friendly staff, and senior care service like no other. Amenities and services include housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour staff available, restaurant-style dining, specialized programs, and enriching activities– all provided.

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Overview of Silverado Frederick Memory Care Community

Silverado Frederick sits on Gas House Pike in Frederick, Maryland, a 72-bed community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care under one roof. The single-story layout means residents move between private and semi-private rooms without navigating stairs or elevators, and the community has been operating for three years.

Getting around the neighborhood on foot isn’t really the plan here. The Walk Score comes in at 20, car-dependent territory, so families and visitors should expect to drive for errands rather than stroll to a nearby shop or cafe.

Room rates depend on the setup families choose. Private rooms run $310 to $330 a day, semi-private rooms $265 to $285 a day. Silverado Frederick also partners with Frederick Health Hospice, so residents facing end-of-life care can stay put rather than transferring somewhere new during a difficult stretch.

One more detail worth knowing if a beloved pet is part of the picture: this community allows residents to bring their animals along.

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Overview of National Lutheran Communities & Services

National Lutheran Communities & Services serves as the corporate parent organization based in Frederick, Maryland, managing a network of senior living campuses that provide independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The organization incorporates personalized health care programs such as “myPotential at Home,” which delivers transitional medical therapies and dedicated in-home support to help older adults remain independent.

The Frederick neighborhood has a walkability score of 38 out of 100, meaning the area is car-dependent and requires a vehicle for most trips. This specific Westview Drive location serves strictly as the central administrative office rather than a residential clinical facility, meaning its direct nursing citations-per-inspection rate is zero.

On-site routines across their actual care campuses focus on 24-hour supervision, medication assistance, and balanced meal plans.

Interested individuals who want to explore senior living arrangements can reach out to the corporate office of National Lutheran Communities & Services to find nearby campus locations, request detailed tier pricing menus, or confirm regional facility availability.

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Overview of Stern Life Assisted Living

Stern Life Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Frederick, MD, offering levels one to three assisted living, dementia support, and respite care. With an intimate, home-like environment, the community ensures older adults receive exceptional care in a residential setting. 24/7 support, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medication management, and care coordination are among the comprehensive services provided to meet residents’ needs. The community also follows a person-centered approach to care, providing residents with individualized care plans for their holistic wellness.

Cognitive activities, emotional support, and light recreational activities help residents live actively and improve their mental, social, and emotional welfare. Residents also have a maintenance-free lifestyle, as housekeeping, laundry, and three home-cooked meals are provided. With two distinct homes across Frederick, the community ensures older adults find a place to spend their later years within their proximity. The community has two locations in Frederick, MD: 228 Thames Dr, Frederick, MD 21702, and 903 Walnut St, Frederick, MD 21703. Providing a wide range of care options, Stern Life Assisted Living is a great choice for senior living in Maryland.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these memory care communities

Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.

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Weighting overview

35%
Resident Experience
25%
Regulatory
15%
Visual Media
10%
Website
10%
Stability
5%
Environment

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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Review Sentiment
Review Volume

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

Includes
State Inspections
Citations/Inspection
% Inspections w/ Citations
Complaint Visits
Accreditations
BBB Rating

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

Includes
Video Tours
Virtual Walkthroughs
Photo Quantity
Photo Quality

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

Includes
Website Content
Mobile Usability
Staff Info Available
Owner Info Available

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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Walk Score
Pricing Transparency

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What is the average cost of memory care in Frederick, MD?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Frederick, MD is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Frederick, MD?

Memory care in Frederick, MD typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Frederick, MD?

Memory care communities in Frederick, MD typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maryland?

Assisted living in Maryland supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Maryland Medicaid cover memory care?

Maryland Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Maryland) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 16 memory care communities in Frederick, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

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Frederick Health & Rehabilitation Center

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Village Crossing at Worman‘s Mill – SageLife Senior Living

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Edenton Retirement Community

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Silverado Frederick Memory Care Community

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National Lutheran Communities & Services

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Stern Life Assisted Living

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Weighting overview

Resident & Family Experience 35%

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Community Stability 10%

Environment & Pricing 5%

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