Assisted Living Communities in Washington, DC

"Resident Review for Chevy Chase House I want to take a moment to share how much I appreciate all the wonderful programs planned and carried out here at Chevy Chase House. The activities reflect a wide variety of interests and bring fresh energy to our community—whether it’s music and ice cream socials, educational programs, or special events that bring everyone together. Just as important is the personal care and attention given to residents. I’m especially grateful for the thoughtful advice and open conversations whenever I’ve had questions or ideas—both personal and program-related. On a personal note, those small gestures, like a friendly wave in the dining room or a warm welcome at the start of a program, meant so much to me when I was still adjusting. Thank you for always listening to us, valuing our input, and making life here feel engaging and connected—from the popcorn socials to the hors d’oeuvres gatherings and everything in between. With appreciation, Norma"

"My husband is in Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights. They have excellent activities. It's a very nice facility and it's big. The common spaces and the living spaces are very generous. Some professional musicians are brought in frequently. They have a very good nursing staff. The staff is very good. It's not what I would want to eat every day, but it's very good food. They could redecorate a bit, but I think it's fine. It's very clean. They have lots of activities, field trips, lectures, lots of music, and arts. It's very expensive, but the rooms are very nice, much bigger than most of the other Sunrises that I've visited."

"I toured Vitality Living Arlington. Everything seems nice and clean, and the rooms were bigger than I expected. It was a beautiful place. I loved how colorful it was. Everyone was so friendly and took their time with me."

Heaven’s Hands Assisted Living is a premier residential care home nestled in the heart of Capitol Heights, Maryland. Designed with both comfort and dignity in mind, our intimate 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence offers personalized care in a warm, family-style setting. With a capacity for just five residents, we provide an unparalleled level of attention, support, and customized service, ensuring every individual feels respected, safe, and truly at home. Our Home Our beautifully appointed residence is more than just a place to live—it’s a sanctuary where seniors thrive. The layout includes: 5 private and semi-private bedrooms, thoughtfully arranged for privacy and accessibility. 4 full bathrooms, with most residents having a private bathroom—a rare and luxurious feature in assisted living. A spacious master suite on the ground level, perfect for a couple, featuring: A private entrance Lounge area for relaxation or visits A full spa-style bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub Two full laundry areas (located upstairs and downstairs) for added convenience and efficiency. Common areas include a welcoming living room, cozy dining space, and a fully equipped kitchen where fresh, home-cooked meals are prepared daily. What Makes Us Unique Heaven’s Hands is not a one-size-fits-all facility—we are a boutique care experience with unique advantages: An extremely low resident-to-caregiver ratio ensures that every resident receives attentive, personalized care. Private suites & bathrooms offer privacy, comfort, and dignity. Couple-friendly accommodations—ideal for married residents who want to age in place together. A peaceful, home-like environment that promotes emotional well-being, social engagement, and independence. Accessible layout and thoughtful design features that promote safety and mobility. Family-oriented culture that involves loved ones in care decisions, events, and progress. Our Services We specialize in serving seniors who may need assistance with daily routines but wish to live with dignity, purpose, and a sense of connection. Our core services include: 24/7 Personal Care Assistance (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility support) Medication Management Three nutritious, home-cooked meals daily plus snacks Daily housekeeping and laundry services Transportation coordination for appointments Engaging daily activities and wellness programming Respite care and short-term stays are available Our Dedicated Staff At Heaven’s Hands, care is our calling. Our team consists of: Resident Care Aides (RCAs) trained in dementia care, fall prevention, and person-centered caregiving Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) On-call Registered Nurses (RNs) for oversight and assessments A Compassionate Administrator who ensures the highest standards of care, compliance, and communication Housekeeping & culinary staff are dedicated to maintaining a clean, nourishing, and welcoming environment Our team is hand-selected for their compassion, patience, and professionalism, creating a place where residents are truly seen and valued. Experience the Difference Heaven’s Hands is more than just assisted living—it’s a place to be cared for with grace, joy, and human connection. We believe that aging should be celebrated, and every day should be filled with purpose and peace. We invite you to schedule a private tour and see for yourself what makes Heaven’s Hands a place where seniors feel at home and families feel at ease. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maryland Office of Health Care Quality Licensee Directories

"Grand Oaks Assisted Living looked attractive. The apartments, although small, were very nicely done. The staff was very friendly. They showed me some of the community activity areas that looked attractive, too. It was inviting and upscale. The sales rep was very focused on what I was saying and attentive. He just made a good impression on me. I liked the dining area. It felt like a nice upscale restaurant, rather than just kind of a cafeteria feeding place."

"We toured The Jefferson, a Sunrise community in Arlington, and we are getting a condo at their independent living community. I think three things stood out for us. They have a setup where we're going to go in as independent living, but they also have memory care and skilled nursing available on site, so if you need to do that transition, you can do it right there. The other factor was that we really like that area. It's an urban environment, you can walk around, and it's safe and quite pleasant. It also has restaurants, shops, and things that are fun to go to. The last point was that they have a lot of organized activities that sounded really interesting. The staff members were very helpful and patient. We had one remarkable lunch there, where we joined some people for lunch, and the gentleman we were sitting with was 100 years old and had just finished writing a book. That was quite impressive. They have limited outdoor space. They also have a pool, a hot tub, and there is an exercise area. They have equipment and trainers that you can use to learn how to use the equipment or to help you with physical therapy."

"We toured Sunrise of Chevy Chase. They nickel-and-dime everything because my mother-in-law would need 24/7 care. If you look at the terms of the meals, they were roughly about $2,000 per month to feed her. They charge separately to feed her - that was not included in the monthly cost. Now, in another facility, that's all included. They were all right, but the thing was that we looked at a shared room, which means that two residents will share a bathroom. And that was even for $17,000, and it wasn't even for a private room. At the other facility, she had a private room - just her - and everything came to about $8,000. The upkeep was fantastic. You can't beat it. When you walk in there, you see where that $17,000 is going. It is an open area, it's big, it is open, it's spacious. You're paying for this. So, I can't fault them. If you've got $17,000, go to them if you can afford $17,000 a month. That's almost 200 grand a year, and that's a lot of money. They have a good product. If you can afford it anf if you've got the money, I don't see anything wrong with that establishment. The person who took the tour was very pleasant and knowledgeable. However, I wasn't impressed with the room."

"The big question people have when they put their beloved family member in assisted living is whether the staff is caring and will be kind to them. I had a lot of anxiety about this before my father moved in, especially as he suffered from dementia, but I found the company has some wonderful devoted staff. There is an angelic woman who is the activities coordinator in the memory care unit and always took the time to help me talk to my dad through an ipad she had when he could not follow calls well. I will always be grateful to her and others."

"The Landing Alexandria is like a first class hotel, fine food , wonderful staff, lovely atmosphere and interesting people to meet perfect location at Potomac Yard area of Alexandria"

Paragon Assisted Living - McLean welcomes residents into warm home settings, cares for them with respect and devotion, and ensures their days are filled with hope, purpose and joy. We have a strong team of experienced, compassionate and engaging caregivers who provide consistent and loving care for our residents. We also have a dedicated Activities Coordinator who oversees resident activities and overall engagement. Our experienced leadership team, including an Administrator with over 18 years of experience including Nursing Home Administration, ensures we can care for residents with advanced needs, comparable to nursing home-level care. We believe social engagement is as vital - and sometimes more helpful - for our residents' quality of life. That is why we have invested in dedicated Activities Coordinators in our community. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Virginia Department of Social Services Facility Search

"It is a very nice facility. It's located in downtown Bethesda. The space felt smaller compared to the other place because it's a city facility, but it's very well-appointed. The common areas were spacious, but it didn't feel as spacious as the other place. I kind of expected that because it was a city setting. I really, really like the person who toured me. She was excellent. The rooms were very nice and very bright. They were good size and well-appointed. I really like the facility, but I felt the outdoor space was a little limited compared to other places that I saw. I did not try the food, but the dining room was very nice."

"My brother and I visited Sunrise at Bluemont Park in Arlington and toured their assisted living facility. It was small and intimate, which was nice. The staff seemed to be very friendly and very connected to the residents there. We stayed for a meal, and it was fantastic. I think the only thing that concerned us about that one is that it didn't have a physical therapy facility because it was kind of small. It didn't have a separate exercise area, that type of thing."

"Sunrise of Bethesda is very open and fairly new. There is lots of light. A very friendly atmosphere. However, there are not that many grounds. There's a small patio area and kind of a border, but there's no extensive grounds or landscaping. The staff who toured us was very friendly, candid, and very nice. As we made our decisions and had questions, she was very willing to talk to us. We had lunch and it was fine, but I don't have extensive knowledge. It was just an ordinary lunch, it was nothing spectacular, but it was fine. For activities, I observed exercise in the morning, and I observed the activities director with a group, but we only stayed a few minutes. Everyone looked engaged."

"My mom was a resident of Benchmark at Alexandria. I liked that it was very new, and everyone was very knowledgeable and helpful. The facility was very clean. It had a sort of hotel-like feel. It's a long but not wide building, so the floor was just this big corridor, and at the end, there was a larger room where you could do stuff. It's not like some other places I might describe as a really big house. It was more like a facility. It was very expensive, but everyone at her level of care was about the same price, or at least there wasn't anyone significantly cheaper in this type of larger facility. The rooms were a decent size, and the layout was easy to understand."