Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bethesda, MD
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bethesda, MD
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.
Walk Score: 62 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 8 Residents
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Staff to Resident Ratio: 1 Staff : 4 Residents day / 1 Staff : 8 Residents night
Building Type: 2-story
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Types of Care at Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
Memory Care
Assisted Living
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1.5 miles from city center
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Auxiliary House Memory Care Home is located in Bethesda, Maryland.
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| Sunrise of Bethesda |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bethesda (Battery Lane) | 108 | Yes | 90 | Private Rooms | 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 82%. 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 12%. 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 12%. 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 Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bethesda (Burdette Road) | 105 | Yes | 16 | Private Rooms | 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 82%. 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 12%. 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 12%. 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. |
| Maplewood Park Place |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bethesda (Pooks Hill) | 29 | Yes | 38 | Private Rooms | 30 |
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 82%. 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 12%. 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. | - |
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. |
| Auxiliary House Memory Care Home |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bethesda (Sonoma) | 8 Residents | No | 62 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Reserve at Strathmore Square |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | North Bethesda (Pooks Hill) | - | No | 38 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
What neighborhood is Auxiliary House Memory Care Home in?
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home is in the Sonoma neighborhood of Bethesda.
Is Auxiliary House Memory Care Home in a walkable area?
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the address of Auxiliary House Memory Care Home?
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home is located at 5501 Southwick St, Bethesda, MD 20817.
What is the phone number of Auxiliary House Memory Care Home?
(301) 701-3541 will put you in contact with the team at Auxiliary House Memory Care Home.
Is Auxiliary House Memory Care Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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