Assisted Living Facilities Near Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg, Maryland, is a desirable suburban community located 20 miles from the nation’s capital. Although seniors represent just 11.5% of the city’s 67,985 residents, the area has a robust network of services for older adults, and Montgomery County has been recognized as an age-friendly community by AARP. Although the cost of living is higher than the national average, the area has a lot to offer. Old Town is a popular destination for shopping and dining, and notable attractions in the area include Seneca Creek State Park and the Gaithersburg Community Museum, which is housed in a historic railroad station.
Residents who are healthy and independent but need occasional assistance with bathing, dressing or household chores are ideal candidates for assisted living. These services are designed to promote an active, socially engaged lifestyle. The median cost of assisted living in Gaithersburg and metro Washington is $6,000 per month, 20% higher than the rest of the state and 40% higher than the national average.
This guide includes information about local assisted living facilities, long-term care regulations and average prices. We’ve included details about possible alternatives and payment options as well as government agencies that can help seniors find the care they need.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Gaithersburg, MD
Kindley Assisted Living at Asbury Methodist Village
333 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877
This is an outstanding place. My father has done rehabilitation there on several occasions. The people are very well trained. Everyone smiles and they seem to genuinely care about the residents/patien
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This is an outstanding place. My father has done rehabilitation there on several occasions. The people are very well trained. Everyone smiles and they seem to genuinely care about the residents/patients. After my 90-year old father’s most recent stay, his condition worsened so he moved into the long-term care part of the facility. The staff are tremendous. From the cleaning crew to the dining staff to the nurses, counselors and aides, I can’t say enough good things about them. Last week my father needed to go to the hospital for a short stay. He was eager to return to the place he calls ‘my house’ and to the people he has come to think of as family. The case managers provide support for families making these hard choices about caring for aging loved ones. I visit daily and no matter what time I show up, the place is the same — well-run, fresh and clean and residents looking well cared for.
Visit — I guarantee you will be impressed.
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This is an outstanding place. My father has done rehabilitation there on several occasions. The people are very well trained. Everyone smiles and they seem to genuinely care about the residents/patien
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This is an outstanding place. My father has done rehabilitation there on several occasions. The people are very well trained. Everyone smiles and they seem to genuinely care about the residents/patients. After my 90-year old father’s most recent stay, his condition worsened so he moved into the long-term care part of the facility. The staff are tremendous. From the cleaning crew to the dining staff to the nurses, counselors and aides, I can’t say enough good things about them. Last week my father needed to go to the hospital for a short stay. He was eager to return to the place he calls ‘my house’ and to the people he has come to think of as family. The case managers provide support for families making these hard choices about caring for aging loved ones. I visit daily and no matter what time I show up, the place is the same — well-run, fresh and clean and residents looking well cared for.
Visit — I guarantee you will be impressed.
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Asbury Methodist Village
201 Russell Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877
Asbury Methodist Village was lovely. It’s a very large facility. My parents lived there, and we’re very pleased with it. My father was in memory care while my mom was in assisted living. It was a thre
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Asbury Methodist Village was lovely. It’s a very large facility. My parents lived there, and we’re very pleased with it. My father was in memory care while my mom was in assisted living. It was a three-minute walk from one side of the campus to another part of the campus. So, they saw each other a lot every day and I was also there a lot. So, I was very involved in their care, working with the nurses and the doctors, and so forth, and I had a really good sense of how the place was run. They’re very ecumenical in terms of spiritual devotion. They appreciate people having any kind of religious life and day-to-day living. You could feel it there and I liked that. The staff was amazing. The food was great. The buildings were very well cared for and they were always clean. I think they’re very, very reasonably priced, too.
My father’s room was nice. He had a bed, a chair, and a desk, but what was important was that people were really kind and competent. As their child, you want them to feel like they’re cared for and they felt that there. They had lots of art stuff and because they’re large enough, it kind of catered to a group of people who were interested in lots of different things. So, they would have political commentators come out and talk to them or a gardening buff. They had lectures all the time on the most interesting topics. My mother would come home with all these sweet things that she would make from a crafts class. She made Christmas pins for people and they were just adorable and all handmade. She was very proud of them. She wanted to give something back to other people and she was very happy about that. They also take the residents to the Kennedy Center. They have a really big campus, so you can walk around for exercise. There’s a portion that is cordoned off where people can go and have their own little garden plot.
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Asbury Methodist Village was lovely. It’s a very large facility. My parents lived there, and we’re very pleased with it. My father was in memory care while my mom was in assisted living. It was a thre
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Asbury Methodist Village was lovely. It’s a very large facility. My parents lived there, and we’re very pleased with it. My father was in memory care while my mom was in assisted living. It was a three-minute walk from one side of the campus to another part of the campus. So, they saw each other a lot every day and I was also there a lot. So, I was very involved in their care, working with the nurses and the doctors, and so forth, and I had a really good sense of how the place was run. They’re very ecumenical in terms of spiritual devotion. They appreciate people having any kind of religious life and day-to-day living. You could feel it there and I liked that. The staff was amazing. The food was great. The buildings were very well cared for and they were always clean. I think they’re very, very reasonably priced, too.
My father’s room was nice. He had a bed, a chair, and a desk, but what was important was that people were really kind and competent. As their child, you want them to feel like they’re cared for and they felt that there. They had lots of art stuff and because they’re large enough, it kind of catered to a group of people who were interested in lots of different things. So, they would have political commentators come out and talk to them or a gardening buff. They had lectures all the time on the most interesting topics. My mother would come home with all these sweet things that she would make from a crafts class. She made Christmas pins for people and they were just adorable and all handmade. She was very proud of them. She wanted to give something back to other people and she was very happy about that. They also take the residents to the Kennedy Center. They have a really big campus, so you can walk around for exercise. There’s a portion that is cordoned off where people can go and have their own little garden plot.
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Darling Haven
6 Alliston Hollow Ct, Gaithersburg, MD, 20879
We decided to put my mom in Darling Haven Assisted living facility. We have found it to be so lovely and a perfect size for her. The rooms are lovely and the staff are all very caring and attentive. T
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We decided to put my mom in Darling Haven Assisted living facility. We have found it to be so lovely and a perfect size for her. The rooms are lovely and the staff are all very caring and attentive. There is even a downstairs visiting area and back patio to sit outside in the wonderful spring weather. Carol is very attentive to prescriptions and follows up out with my mom‘s doctor.
They do activities at the Darling Haven Home and participate with the Gaithersburg senior center. During Covid, however, it has been difficult because the senior center has been closed, however when it opens back up the staff will take mom to the center
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We decided to put my mom in Darling Haven Assisted living facility. We have found it to be so lovely and a perfect size for her. The rooms are lovely and the staff are all very caring and attentive. T
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We decided to put my mom in Darling Haven Assisted living facility. We have found it to be so lovely and a perfect size for her. The rooms are lovely and the staff are all very caring and attentive. There is even a downstairs visiting area and back patio to sit outside in the wonderful spring weather. Carol is very attentive to prescriptions and follows up out with my mom‘s doctor.
They do activities at the Darling Haven Home and participate with the Gaithersburg senior center. During Covid, however, it has been difficult because the senior center has been closed, however when it opens back up the staff will take mom to the center
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Nightingale House
13004 Darnestown Road, Gaithersburg, MD, 20878
Thought i would write something after my recent encounter with one of your caregivers. Again i want to thank you for caring for my mom during her last years. Tom and I will always be grateful to Dr Ja
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Thought i would write something after my recent encounter with one of your caregivers. Again i want to thank you for caring for my mom during her last years. Tom and I will always be grateful to Dr James ( excellent sense of humour and cheerfulness) and the staff. Alhzeimer’s a tough disease but everyone at Nightingale made her life the best it could be as she lived through it. I really dont know what i would have done if she hadn’t been living there with you all, the compassion, the respect and the wonderful care. I miss the sun room ( mom’s favorite place), yes and the group exercises mom makes effort to participate. Ive moved to Florida and may end up at an assisted living eventually. I hope and pray to get the equally the good care mom had. God bless you all.
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Thought i would write something after my recent encounter with one of your caregivers. Again i want to thank you for caring for my mom during her last years. Tom and I will always be grateful to Dr Ja
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Thought i would write something after my recent encounter with one of your caregivers. Again i want to thank you for caring for my mom during her last years. Tom and I will always be grateful to Dr James ( excellent sense of humour and cheerfulness) and the staff. Alhzeimer’s a tough disease but everyone at Nightingale made her life the best it could be as she lived through it. I really dont know what i would have done if she hadn’t been living there with you all, the compassion, the respect and the wonderful care. I miss the sun room ( mom’s favorite place), yes and the group exercises mom makes effort to participate. Ive moved to Florida and may end up at an assisted living eventually. I hope and pray to get the equally the good care mom had. God bless you all.
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Fatima Assisted Living
19114 N. Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20879
Fatima Assisted Living’s staff was awkward. The entire facility was uncomfortable. When the staff there was showing me around the facility they opened up the door to a shared room and the door slammed
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Fatima Assisted Living’s staff was awkward. The entire facility was uncomfortable. When the staff there was showing me around the facility they opened up the door to a shared room and the door slammed into a bedpost, waking the patient up. The staff member didn’t even say sorry or anything like that. The overall feel of the place was terrible. I wouldn’t even put a cockroach in there. The facility itself was nothing special, it was just like a ranch-style home. It was dark and dingy. If you picture an actual depressing, old folks’ home, that would be this place.
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Fatima Assisted Living’s staff was awkward. The entire facility was uncomfortable. When the staff there was showing me around the facility they opened up the door to a shared room and the door slammed
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Fatima Assisted Living’s staff was awkward. The entire facility was uncomfortable. When the staff there was showing me around the facility they opened up the door to a shared room and the door slammed into a bedpost, waking the patient up. The staff member didn’t even say sorry or anything like that. The overall feel of the place was terrible. I wouldn’t even put a cockroach in there. The facility itself was nothing special, it was just like a ranch-style home. It was dark and dingy. If you picture an actual depressing, old folks’ home, that would be this place.
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Sunrise at Montgomery Village
19310 Club House Road, Montgomery Village, MD, 20886
The staff at Sunrise at Montgomery Village was very friendly. They’re condos converted into assisted living, so they were really nice. The only drawback? There are only two elevators and it’s a long d
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The staff at Sunrise at Montgomery Village was very friendly. They’re condos converted into assisted living, so they were really nice. The only drawback? There are only two elevators and it’s a long distance to walk. They have numerous activities. They take clients out shopping and to events in the Washington area. They were playing bingo when I was there. The menu and the dining room were both excellent. They have a dog, birds in cages, and fish. It was a friendly environment. There were a lot of areas for people to move around. It was very clean and very modern. It was not that large, so it had a homey atmosphere.
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The staff at Sunrise at Montgomery Village was very friendly. They’re condos converted into assisted living, so they were really nice. The only drawback? There are only two elevators and it’s a long d
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The staff at Sunrise at Montgomery Village was very friendly. They’re condos converted into assisted living, so they were really nice. The only drawback? There are only two elevators and it’s a long distance to walk. They have numerous activities. They take clients out shopping and to events in the Washington area. They were playing bingo when I was there. The menu and the dining room were both excellent. They have a dog, birds in cages, and fish. It was a friendly environment. There were a lot of areas for people to move around. It was very clean and very modern. It was not that large, so it had a homey atmosphere.
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Brookdale Potomac
11215 Seven Locks Road, Potomac, MD, 20854
Brookdale Potomac was good. The staff was very informative, very friendly, and very welcoming. The rooms were very nice. It was our second choice. It looked a little older than the other one we visite
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Brookdale Potomac was good. The staff was very informative, very friendly, and very welcoming. The rooms were very nice. It was our second choice. It looked a little older than the other one we visited, but it was fine.
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Brookdale Potomac was good. The staff was very informative, very friendly, and very welcoming. The rooms were very nice. It was our second choice. It looked a little older than the other one we visite
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Brookdale Potomac was good. The staff was very informative, very friendly, and very welcoming. The rooms were very nice. It was our second choice. It looked a little older than the other one we visited, but it was fine.
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Sunrise of Rockville
8 Baltimore Road, Rockville, MD, 20850
Sunrise of Rockville offers assisted living options and memory care. It’s nestled in the heart of Rockville, Maryland, with easy access to hospitals, restaurants and shopping centers. Residents and vi
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Sunrise of Rockville offers assisted living options and memory care. It’s nestled in the heart of Rockville, Maryland, with easy access to hospitals, restaurants and shopping centers. Residents and visitors give high marks to this senior living facility for its cleanliness and knowledgeable staff. Visitors and residents enjoy the fact that activities and events are focused on making residents feel engaged, encouraged and celebrated. Some activities include movie nights, musical performances and singing groups that residents can participate in. A variety of floor plans are available for residents to choose from in this facility, which resembles a southern-style mansion.
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Sunrise of Rockville offers assisted living options and memory care. It’s nestled in the heart of Rockville, Maryland, with easy access to hospitals, restaurants and shopping centers. Residents and vi
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Sunrise of Rockville offers assisted living options and memory care. It’s nestled in the heart of Rockville, Maryland, with easy access to hospitals, restaurants and shopping centers. Residents and visitors give high marks to this senior living facility for its cleanliness and knowledgeable staff. Visitors and residents enjoy the fact that activities and events are focused on making residents feel engaged, encouraged and celebrated. Some activities include movie nights, musical performances and singing groups that residents can participate in. A variety of floor plans are available for residents to choose from in this facility, which resembles a southern-style mansion.
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Asheir Homes – Potomac
20 Riverwood Ct, Potomac, MD, 20854
My mother moved into Asheir Homes. It’s a very small residential facility. There are only eight patients. It’s very nice, but the trouble is, during the pandemic, visiting is extremely limited. Today,
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My mother moved into Asheir Homes. It’s a very small residential facility. There are only eight patients. It’s very nice, but the trouble is, during the pandemic, visiting is extremely limited. Today, they just sent us a note saying they may not be taking any visitors if you don’t live in Maryland, and I live in DC. I won’t be able to visit anymore and I’m very upset about that. My mother’s move was a very difficult process. It’s difficult to move somebody who is 97 years old. She did not want to move and she didn’t understand why she had to move; it was a very difficult process. The staff is fine. We like the staff. They text fairly often.
My mother has a private room. She has physical therapy there, and they sent me some videos of them playing different games. They have all kinds of things going on. There’s a very big yard and a patio. My mother is in a wheelchair, so she doesn’t get out very much. The meals are good, but she is just so upset at having to leave. The facility is absolutely great. It’s really expensive.
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My mother moved into Asheir Homes. It’s a very small residential facility. There are only eight patients. It’s very nice, but the trouble is, during the pandemic, visiting is extremely limited. Today,
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My mother moved into Asheir Homes. It’s a very small residential facility. There are only eight patients. It’s very nice, but the trouble is, during the pandemic, visiting is extremely limited. Today, they just sent us a note saying they may not be taking any visitors if you don’t live in Maryland, and I live in DC. I won’t be able to visit anymore and I’m very upset about that. My mother’s move was a very difficult process. It’s difficult to move somebody who is 97 years old. She did not want to move and she didn’t understand why she had to move; it was a very difficult process. The staff is fine. We like the staff. They text fairly often.
My mother has a private room. She has physical therapy there, and they sent me some videos of them playing different games. They have all kinds of things going on. There’s a very big yard and a patio. My mother is in a wheelchair, so she doesn’t get out very much. The meals are good, but she is just so upset at having to leave. The facility is absolutely great. It’s really expensive.
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Superior Care, Inc.
21714 Rolling Ridge Lane, Laytonsville, MD, 20882
My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love.
The environment is neat and
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My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love.
The environment is neat and well kept. I would indeed recommend this place for anyone seeking a good place for family.
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My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love.
The environment is neat and
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My husband was a resident and was well taken care of. The nurses and caregivers treated him with respect and preserved his dignity. They showed great compassion and love.
The environment is neat and well kept. I would indeed recommend this place for anyone seeking a good place for family.
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Assisted Living of Potomac I
11901 Falls Road, Potomac, MD, 20854
I toured this home Its very immaculaty clean, residents looked happy and engaged in activities..
Owner is a RN and was very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming. References from current family members w
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I toured this home Its very immaculaty clean, residents looked happy and engaged in activities..
Owner is a RN and was very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming. References from current family members was praises of the owner of the great care and programming that they provide. Unfortunately my mother passed away a week before her move in..
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I toured this home Its very immaculaty clean, residents looked happy and engaged in activities..
Owner is a RN and was very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming. References from current family members w
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I toured this home Its very immaculaty clean, residents looked happy and engaged in activities..
Owner is a RN and was very knowledgeable, warm and welcoming. References from current family members was praises of the owner of the great care and programming that they provide. Unfortunately my mother passed away a week before her move in..
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Serenity Gardens Assisted Living
10829 Burbank Drive, Potomac, MD, 20854
We picked Serenity Gardens Assisted Living for my sister. It’s 10/10. They will do all medical care, which is important, and give you a place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. My other sister and I w
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We picked Serenity Gardens Assisted Living for my sister. It’s 10/10. They will do all medical care, which is important, and give you a place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. My other sister and I went there and liked it very much. She would be happy there. The staff was very well educated, very capable, wonderful and very caring. The facilities were wonderful. We’re paying the facility to keep the room available.
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We picked Serenity Gardens Assisted Living for my sister. It’s 10/10. They will do all medical care, which is important, and give you a place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. My other sister and I w
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We picked Serenity Gardens Assisted Living for my sister. It’s 10/10. They will do all medical care, which is important, and give you a place to stay. The rooms were beautiful. My other sister and I went there and liked it very much. She would be happy there. The staff was very well educated, very capable, wonderful and very caring. The facilities were wonderful. We’re paying the facility to keep the room available.
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Raphael House
1515 Dunster Road, Rockville, MD, 20854
Raphael House would be my number one choice because it was small and the residents were very friendly. While we were interviewing the director, a resident came in who needed a hug. She apparently does
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Raphael House would be my number one choice because it was small and the residents were very friendly. While we were interviewing the director, a resident came in who needed a hug. She apparently does this several times a day. They took time from interviewing us to take care of her and talk to her, and I didn’t feel put out. I was impressed with them. They have staff members 24/7, so if an emergency happens during the night, they just call upstairs and they can come down. It was small enough that people can get to know each other. You can sit with whoever you want in the dining room, and the meals were very nutritious. They’re very welcoming. It’s run by a non-profit, so their aim isn’t to make money. The only room I was shown had a bedroom and living room together, as well as a bathroom. They were planning on going down to Washington D.C. to see the cherry blossoms. The place was homey, it has a living room and a library, and it’s right next to a church and a school, so the children from the school come over to do things for the residents.
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Raphael House would be my number one choice because it was small and the residents were very friendly. While we were interviewing the director, a resident came in who needed a hug. She apparently does
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Raphael House would be my number one choice because it was small and the residents were very friendly. While we were interviewing the director, a resident came in who needed a hug. She apparently does this several times a day. They took time from interviewing us to take care of her and talk to her, and I didn’t feel put out. I was impressed with them. They have staff members 24/7, so if an emergency happens during the night, they just call upstairs and they can come down. It was small enough that people can get to know each other. You can sit with whoever you want in the dining room, and the meals were very nutritious. They’re very welcoming. It’s run by a non-profit, so their aim isn’t to make money. The only room I was shown had a bedroom and living room together, as well as a bathroom. They were planning on going down to Washington D.C. to see the cherry blossoms. The place was homey, it has a living room and a library, and it’s right next to a church and a school, so the children from the school come over to do things for the residents.
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Asheir Manor – Germantown
19230 Mateny Hill Road, Germantown, MD, 20874
I was very impressed with this beautiful place. Lots of activities happening. Staff were having a lot of fun with their residents. When I walked in, it was clean, smelt fresh and had a very positive
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I was very impressed with this beautiful place. Lots of activities happening. Staff were having a lot of fun with their residents. When I walked in, it was clean, smelt fresh and had a very positive atmosphere. The manager, Pam was very pleasant and engaged with residents and staff.
Rooms are very big and clean.
It had a boutique home-like feel. All the residents were smiling and seemed very happy. All women though.
They have a very large front porch where they said residents enjoy spending time.
I look forward to bringing my mom here. Big thumbs up.
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I was very impressed with this beautiful place. Lots of activities happening. Staff were having a lot of fun with their residents. When I walked in, it was clean, smelt fresh and had a very positive
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I was very impressed with this beautiful place. Lots of activities happening. Staff were having a lot of fun with their residents. When I walked in, it was clean, smelt fresh and had a very positive atmosphere. The manager, Pam was very pleasant and engaged with residents and staff.
Rooms are very big and clean.
It had a boutique home-like feel. All the residents were smiling and seemed very happy. All women though.
They have a very large front porch where they said residents enjoy spending time.
I look forward to bringing my mom here. Big thumbs up.
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
Assisted living facilities in Gaithersburg must follow regulations enforced by the Maryland Department of Health, Assisted Living Unit. The state has specific requirements for staffing, services and care planning to ensure residents’ health and safety.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
- Gaithersburg is located in the heart of Montgomery County, which has been a member of AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities since 2015. Local leaders are committed to supporting the city’s older residents, who will represent 25% of the population by 2030.
- Seniors in Gaithersburg can take advantage of numerous transportation programs. Shuttles and door-to-door rides are available through Montgomery County, local senior centers and nonprofit or volunteer-based programs like Gaithersburg HELP.
- Gaithersburg has a typical mid-Atlantic climate. Snowfall is slightly lower than the typical U.S. city, and rainfall is slightly higher. Plus, residents enjoy comfortable temperatures for much of the year, particularly in the early summer and fall.
- More than 40 medical centers are located within 25 miles of Gaithersburg. Notable facilities include the Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, the Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center and the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
- The cost of living in Gaithersburg is 25% higher than the national average, especially regarding housing and transportation. Although the area is slightly more expensive than other parts of the state, residents spend less on health care.
- Gaithersburg is a safe community. The number of violent crimes and property-related offenses is lower than the national average. Additionally, most assisted living facilities have emergency alert systems and robust security.
Paying for Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
Assisted living in Gaithersburg costs an average of $6,000 per month, according to the Genworth Financial 2020 Cost of Care Survey. This is $1,000 higher than the state average and $1,700 more than the national average.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Due to Gaithersburg’s proximity to the nation’s capital, it’s more expensive than most parts of the state except for California where seniors pay $6,200, an increase of $200 per month. Prices in Salisbury on the Eastern Shore are $500 lower at $5,500. In Baltimore, rates are $1,000 lower at $5,000, and Hagerstown residents enjoy below-average rates of $4,500, a monthly savings of $1,500.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living provides good value compared to other forms of long-term care with a monthly average of $6,000 per month. Nursing homes cost almost twice as much with rates of $11,726-$13,059 depending on the type of room selected. In-home care starts at $4,601 per month, excluding everyday household expenses. Home health aides charge slightly more for medical services with rates averaging around $4,767. Adult day health care costs just $1,744 per month.
Note: Care cost data for Gaithersburg was not available, so data for the closest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gaithersburg
Maryland offers the Optional State Supplement to seniors who are eligible for Social Security payments, or who would be eligible except for income. Further financial existence may be available to Gaithersburg seniors in assisted living through the Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Gaithersburg
Seniors in Gaithersburg have a wealth of resources at their fingertips. The following government agencies and nonprofits provide direct services to older adults, families and caregivers. Learn more about your options below.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Montgomery County Area Agency on Aging | (240) 777-3000 | The Montgomery County Area Agency on Aging is one of the most comprehensive resources for local seniors who want to learn more about assisted living, long-term care and healthy aging programs in Gaithersburg. It provides information about accessible transportation, safe driving courses, public housing, senior tax exemptions and support groups. You can find details about local volunteer opportunities online. Plus, the agency maintains a full calendar of community events ranging from pro bono legal clinics to free concerts. |
Benjamin Gaither Center Senior Activities | (301) 258-6380 | Seniors in Gaithersburg can join the full-service Benjamin Gaither Center for an annual fee of $50. Out-of-area memberships are available for $125 per year. This center offers affordable lunchtime meals on weekdays, and it organizes a wide selection of social and recreational events, including monthly trips, craft workshops, card games and 25 weekly fitness classes. It offers on-site wellness services, including psychosocial work, podiatry and mental health consultations. |
Montgomery County Commission on Veterans Affairs | (240) 777-1246 | The Commission on Veterans Affairs serves current and former service members and their families. It helps residents access health care, long-term care, disability benefits, pensions and tax breaks. Veterans and their spouses who receive a military pension and require one-on-one assistance for medical reasons may be eligible for an additional Aid & Attendance stipend. The agency provides confidential benefits consultations, and it provides a comprehensive directory of state and local resources. |
Senior Connection Montgomery County | (301) 962-0820 | Senior Connection has more than 20 years of experience providing free community-based services designed to help seniors increase their mobility, independence and quality of life. It’s the county’s largest provider of free escorted through-door transportation. Volunteers also prepare and deliver pantry boxes and provide friendly wellness calls to combat COVID-related isolation. These programs benefit more than 7,000 seniors in Gaithersburg and the surrounding area. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Maryland are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maryland page for more information about these laws.
