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Our editorial team analyzed 341 memory care providers in MD using MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MD
We analyzedThese are the providers in Maryland our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Maryland. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
Residing in the quiet residential grounds of Regester Avenue, Baltimore, MD, The Maples at Stoneleigh is an astounding senior living community that focuses on memory care. The community takes pride in a team of qualified and well-trained professionals attending to seniors’ needs and aspirations around the clock. Featuring a renowned Positive Approach to memory care, the community strives to deliver top-notch care and assistance for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementia.
The community promotes a lively and inviting environment, encouraging residents to remain active and well-connected. Through healthy and tasty meals, the community fosters comfort and strives to meet dietary needs for the finest dining experience. The Maples at Stoneleigh is a good place for seniors to spend their best years creating unforgettable moments.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Bel Air, MD, Viva Senior Living at Bel Air is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living and memory care. Those with cognitive conditions receive top-tier care for their unique needs from a dedicated and well-trained team available around the clock. Purposely built private and companion suites are provided in a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents feel at ease during their stay.
Fun events and exciting trips are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With freshly-prepared and healthy meals, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and individualized care plans are provided for residents’ healthcare needs. This pet-friendly community is ideal for those needing assistance to live the best of their golden years.
Enjoy your golden years at Homewood Living Frederick, a blissful retreat set in the vibrant neighborhood of Frederick, MD, offering independent living. With a variety of beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations, residents can rest assured of living comfortably in retirement. The community also promotes a hassle-free lifestyle, helping with chores and maintenance.
Residents will not run out of things to do, with plenty of recreation sites and unique local shops in the area. Delightful restaurants provide residents with a variety of dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With its vibrant and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to flourish in retirement.
If you’re looking at Ingleside at King Farm in Rockville, you’re looking at a pretty well-organized facility. It’s located right in the King Farm neighborhood, and with a Walk Score of 73, it’s actually walkable; a rare and appreciated feature for a facility like this. Plus, it’s less than a mile and a half from Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, which is a major comfort factor if health needs shift suddenly.
The facility itself is a 45-bed building managed by the Westminster Ingleside King Farm team. They handle everything from nursing and assisted living to memory care and independent living, which is helpful because you don’t have to move if your care needs change. Their occupancy is at 92.2%, and the average stay is 139 days, suggesting they balance short-term rehab with long-term residents.
Most telling are the care hours: they provide 6 hours and 21 minutes of nursing care per resident every day. That’s a significant amount of attention for a facility this size. Kenya Bryant, the Executive Director, is currently working toward her license as a nursing home administrator, which adds another layer of professional oversight.
Financially, studios start at $3,638 per month, and you can scale up to $5,812 for a two-bedroom unit. They offer one-bedroom and one-bedroom-plus-den options in between, with units reaching up to 1,799 square feet. They accept both Medicare and private pay.
They have a heated indoor pool, a fitness center, and a cultural arts center. There’s an art studio, a library, and a dedicated meditation space. You’ll also find a coffee shop, a wellness center with an on-site doctor, and a courtyard with water features and a fire pit. It’s a pet-friendly community, and they even provide transportation and have a Social Day Program, which makes the whole living experience feel much more connected.
What really stands out, though, are the certifications. They have CARF accreditation, SageCare Platinum, and specific LGBTQ+ Long-Term Care Equality recognition. They’ve also landed on the “Great Place to Work” and “Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services” lists. If you’re prioritizing a place that has a full care continuum, keeps a dense amenity schedule, and has verified, institutional commitments to inclusive care, Ingleside is one of the more credible options in the Rockville area.
Althea Woodland Nursing Home in Silver Spring, MD, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, hospice support, and short-term respite care. On-site medical oversight remains active 24 hours a day to address ongoing health requirements. Memory care provides a secure environment for individuals prone to wandering, while end-of-life hospice support and short-term respite stays assist primary family caregivers needing temporary coverage.
Established in 1959, the 50-bed property maintains a smaller setting that allows staff to build familiar relationships with residents. In-house physical, occupational, or speech rehabilitation services help individuals recover after hospitalizations or illnesses. Daily hands-on nursing coverage averages 3 hours and 59 minutes per resident. Accepted payment models include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.
Prospective residents evaluating long-term care or rehabilitative services in Silver Spring can reach out to Althea Woodland Nursing Home to schedule a walk-through.
“Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Cockeysville, MD, Viva Senior Living at Cockeysville is a blissful haven that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Committed to residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly trained team provides top-notch care tailored to their unique needs. Residents feel a sense of belonging with specially designed private and companion suites.
With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and stimulating programs, residents can live actively and maintain social connections. Delectable and healthy dining options are served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are available for convenience. This pet-friendly community creates the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement. “
Golden Girls Assisted Living is an assisted living community in Hagerstown, MD, offering personal care and memory care for women. Promoting a warm and home-like setting, the community strives to help senior women maintain their dignity and experience the utmost comfort. Social events, personalized meals, and assistance with daily living activities are among the exceptional services provided to help residents with their day-to-day living. The community also ensures residents remain socially engaged by conducting field trips and events.
Activities are also adapted to residents’ interests and hobbies to ensure they stay active and have fun. Respite care is also available for those seeking short-term/ temporary care. With its ideal location in Hagerstown, the community ensures older adults in the area find the right place to spend retirement. This assisted living community is a great choice for senior living in Maryland, especially with its dedication to helping older adults, especially women, thrive in retirement.
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.
Located in Hagerstown, MD, Coffman Nursing Home is a welcoming home that offers compassionate skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for over 50 years. Specializing in individualized care, the highly equipped and dedicated team at Coffman collaborates with residents and families to create personalized treatment plans. With private and shared room options, each equipped with amenities like flat-screen TVs and free internet, residents can enjoy comfort in a home-like environment tailored to meet diverse needs.
The community is committed to creating a vibrant community where residents can engage in enriching activities, including gardening, music programs, and intergenerational events with local schools. Rehabilitation offerings, such as gait training and pain management, support each resident’s wellness journey. With amenities like an outdoor pond, a serene patio, and daily sensory programs, Coffman Nursing Home provides an inviting setting where residents can thrive in warmth and care.
HeartFields Assisted Living at Easton offers assisted living and memory care in Easton, MD. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
The shared setting may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time, allowing a move between care levels without leaving the community. Housing options include studios, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. A studio is a single private space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet.
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials. Rank badges compare each community against other memory care communities in the same state — never against a different care type.
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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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
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Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
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Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
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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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Avg Walk Score:42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Maryland. 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:66The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maryland. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Maryland
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 341 memory care communities in Maryland. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community in Maryland?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Maryland, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Maryland?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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