Best Senior Living in Bethesda, MD

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

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Jordan Weiss, PhD

Last updated

Sep 2026

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16 homes

Other senior care options in Bethesda:

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.


Maplewood Park Place	IL AL MC NH SNF	Bethesda (Pooks Hill)	29 Facility 29 MD AVG 86 Rank #62 / 74	Yes	38 Facility 38 MD AVG 49 Rank #108 / 169	1 Bed / 2 Bed	30 Facility 30 MD AVG 24 Rank #17 / 45	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% 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.	-	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.
Sunrise of Bethesda	IL AL MC	Bethesda	108	Yes	90	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	8	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.	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	IL AL HOS MC RC	Bethesda	105	Yes	16	Studio / Suite / 1 Bed	17	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.	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	IL AL MC	Bethesda (Pooks Hill)	104	Yes	36	Deluxe Apartments	6	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.	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.
Artis Senior Living of Potomac	IL MC NH RC	Bethesda	72	No	11	-	4	57% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 57% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. An unusually high male share for assisted living, where most facilities skew heavily female.	43% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 43% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. An unusually low female share — most assisted living facilities have 65–75% female residents.	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% 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.	21% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 21% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A higher share of younger seniors often signals a more independent, active resident community with lower acuity care needs.	7% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 7% 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.	29% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 29% 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.	36% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 36% 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.
Waverly House	IL	Bethesda	157 Facility 157 MD AVG 86 Rank #10 / 74	No	96 Facility 96 MD AVG 49 Rank #3 / 169	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Montcare Bethesda	IL HOS MC NH PC SNF	Bethesda (Georgetown Village)	120 Facility 120 MD AVG 86 Rank #56 / 141	No	70 Facility 70 MD AVG 49 Rank #24 / 160	Private / Semi-Private Rooms	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Sterling Care Bethesda	IL HOS MC NH PC RC SNF	Bethesda	200 Facility 200 MD AVG 86 Rank #8 / 141	No	45 Facility 45 MD AVG 49 Rank #79 / 160	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home	IL AL MC	Bethesda (Sonoma)	8 Residents	No	62	Private Rooms	24	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
The Grandview Senior Living Community	IL	Bethesda	-	Yes	60 Facility 60 MD AVG 49 Rank #62 / 169	1 Bed / 2 Bed	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other MD independent living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 16 analyzed for Bethesda. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Maplewood Park Place

Maplewood Park Place offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Bethesda, MD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment.

Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, and the combination of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

With 29 beds, Maplewood Park Place is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. One bedroom and two bedroom residences are available, including a two bedroom option for a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The listed starting price is $318 to $407 per day for a private room, giving families a daily amount to budget rather than a monthly starting figure.

Payment options are Medicare and private pay. Medicare covers short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. The home may be a good fit for someone who needs anything from independent living to nursing care, including a resident whose needs may increase over time or a family needing a short respite stay.

In the Pooks Hill neighborhood, the Walk Score is 38, an officially car dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. Complimentary transportation takes residents to shopping centers and doctors’ offices, so those trips do not require arranging a separate ride.

Residents can use the fitness center, heated indoor pool, whirlpool, and library. Entertainment, arts, nature excursions, and wellness opportunities offer additional ways to spend time on site or take part in organized activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may keep a pet in the community.

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Price range $318 - $407/Day

Overview of Sunrise of Bethesda

Sunrise of Bethesda is a senior living community situated in an ideal location in Bethesda, Maryland, just steps from the Bethesda Trolley Trail and Battery Park. The community offers a personalized lifestyle where they cater to each resident’s unique needs and desires. Room rates start at $4,530 per month, and the community provides assisted living and memory care services led by experienced team members who are trained to provide individualized care. Residents living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia benefit from evidence-based, compassionate care in the Terrace Club Neighborhood and Reminiscence Neighborhood.

The community features a 9-story building with monthly rentals available for various floor plans, including studio, companion, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. Residents enjoy a packed calendar of activities, seasonal meals prepared by an in-house chef, and access to a therapeutic music app. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, theaters, and medical facilities, Sunrise of Bethesda offers a vibrant and supportive living experience. With its ideal location, personalized care, and engaging amenities, the community provides a fulfilling retirement for seniors in the Bethesda area.

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Price range $118 - $146/Day

Overview of Sunrise at Fox Hill

Sunrise at Fox Hill in Bethesda, Maryland, provides assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while hospice care supports end of life needs and respite care provides a short stay for a family caregiver who needs temporary support.

The range of services may suit someone who needs memory care or a family seeking short term respite care. With 105 beds, the community offers studio, suite, and one bedroom housing options, with private room pricing from $157 to $232 per day for estimating residence costs. Pets are allowed, so residents may live with their pets, and Sunrise Senior Living operates the community.

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Price range $157 - $232/Day

Overview of Brightview Bethesda Grosvenor

Overlooking the beautiful community of North Bethesda, MD, the Brightview Bethesda Grosvernor is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and enhanced care services. Cozy and beautifully appointed accommodations including deluxe styles are available for its residents. With an expert and empathetic team, this community offers high-quality and innovative memory care services for those with cognitive conditions like dementia.

Having top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy chef-prepared meals, a beauty salon, a fitness center with state-of-the-art senior-friendly equipment, etc. Meet new friends by visiting its common spaces like the upscale pub and outdoor gardens. Engage in a full calendar, diverse programs, and activities to boost social engagement and life enrichment. At Brightview Bethesda Grosvenor, seniors are assured of a living experience worth remembering.

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Price range $244 - $580/Day

Overview of Artis Senior Living of Potomac

Artis Senior Living of Potomac offers memory care, nursing care, and respite care in Bethesda, MD. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for individuals living with dementia, while nursing care provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs temporary coverage while traveling or recovering.

The community opened in 2022 and has 72 beds. Memory care and nursing care within the same community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, because care can continue without moving to another community. The starting price is $9,795, giving families an initial cost figure, although the confirmed facts do not tie that amount to a specific care type.

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Starting Price $9,795/Month

Overview of Waverly House

Beautifully set in the vibrant neighborhood of Bethesda, MD, Waverly House is a distinguished community that offers independent living. 157 specially designed and sophisticated accommodations are provided in a vibrant and welcoming environment, so residents feel at ease during their stay. The community strives to help residents have a hassle-free living with maintenance services and laundry spaces.

Thriving local shops and entertainment sites surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences with a fully equipped kitchen in each unit. With a friendly setting and top-notch amenities, the community creates the ideal setting for the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Montcare Bethesda

Ideally situated in the charming neighborhood of Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD, Montcare Bethesda is a trusted community that offers nursing care. With comprehensive care services, including therapy services, short-term rehabilitation, palliative care, memory care, and hospice care, residents receive the care they need to live comfortably in their golden years. The community promotes a vibrant and nurturing environment, ensuring residents can easily adapt to their surroundings.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community also strives to keep residents happy and well engaged through fun recreation and exciting outings. Anticipate a delightful dining experience with healthy and delightful meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those looking to find all the care they need in one place, with its wide range of care services.

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Overview of Sterling Care Bethesda

Sterling Care Bethesda is a nursing home in Bethesda, MD, offering memory care, hospice care, respite care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With a nurturing, home-like setting, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents can also regain their independence with 24-hour care, specialized diets, and transportation services. The community also works closely with residents and their families to meet their unique needs and preferences.

Social parties, exercises, and table games encourage residents to live actively and have fun. With cozy rooms and lively gathering areas, residents can rest comfortably. Situated in the quiet neighborhood of Bethesda, near public transportation, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. As one of the best choices for senior living in Maryland, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential.

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Overview of Auxiliary House Memory Care Home

Experience high-quality care with Auxiliary House Memory Care Home, a thriving community in Bethesda, MD designed for residents living with memory conditions. With its personalized approach to care and excellent caregiver-to-resident ratio, the community ensures residents maintain their well-being amidst a setting tailored to their unique needs. Accommodations here are designed for easy navigation and to foster independence and socialization among residents for a lively living experience.

The community also makes sure residents are equipped to enjoy a meaningful lifestyle through its wide array of enriching activities. Residents here are also served three nutritious meals a day to make sure they maintain proper nourishment. With 24/7 care, personalized dining, and fun recreational experiences, the community guarantees a fulfilling living experience with no hassles and worries.

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Overview of The Grandview Senior Living Community

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Bethesda, MD, The Grandview Senior Living Community is a welcoming community that offers independent living. The community has cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. A compassionate maintenance team also helps residents with their chores and maintenance for their convenience.

Residents have fun and make new friends with a well-thought-out calendar of fun activities and enriching programs. Delightful and healthy dining options are also available, ensuring residents have the finest dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided, so residents can easily access their needs. Amenities include a swimming pool, a fitness center, a game room, a salon, a medical center, and walking trails.

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Starting Price $96,000/Month

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these 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. Rank badges compare each community against others offering the same care type in the same state — never against a different care type.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

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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.

Includes
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

Senior Living in Bethesda at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Bethesda, 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: 96The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Bethesda, MD. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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Artis Senior Living of Potomac

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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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