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Assisted Living Communities in Bethesda, MD
The urban community of Bethesda sits less than 20 miles outside Washington, D.C., where assisted living facilities in the region accommodate seniors with daily care needs. These facilities, including in the city proper, charge around $7,348 per month in 2024. This amount exceeds Maryland’s norm of $6,900 and the national median of $5,350.
You'll find 3370 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities in our comprehensive directory. Altogether, assisted living communities in Bethesda earn a consumer satisfaction score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
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Linda
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Fox Hill
Sunrise at Fox Hill is very nice. It has everything that I think my mom would like. They have a greenhouse, and she loves flowers. They have a nice dining room. There are different floors and...
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Hi Linda, thank you so much for your amazing review of Sunrise at Fox Hill! We're thrilled to hear that your mom would enjoy the greenhouse and the variety of dining options. Our friendly team...
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Linda
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Bethesda
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...
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Janet A
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Fox Hill
My mother has lived at Fox Hill for several years. It has been a wonderful environment for her. The staff is terrific. The caregivers are excellent and very kind. There is a nice variety of...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Bethesda, MD and Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey indicates that assisted living facilities in Bethesda charge a baseline monthly rate of $7,348, exceeding the state norm by nearly $450. Seniors typically find more budget-friendly care in nearby cities, with rates in Hagerstown trending lower at around $5,800 and seniors paying roughly $5,027 in Cumberland. By comparison, in Salisbury, rates come in about $2,450 below the local norm.
Bethesda
$7,348
Maryland
$6,900
The United States
$5,350
Cumberland
$5,027
Hagerstown
$5,800
Salisbury
$4,899
Baltimore
$6,650
Paying for Assisted Living in Bethesda, MD
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bethesda
Seniors in the Maryland area may be eligible for assistance with funding from the Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy program.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Bethesda, MD
Assisted living residents in Bethesda pay an approximate monthly rate of $7,348 for services and housing. By contrast, adult day health care costs considerably less at around $1,354, while private care agencies charge roughly $5,911 for in-home care and $6,292 for home health care. However, nursing home rates are higher at approximately $12,623.
In-Home Care
$5,911
Home Health Care
$6,292
Adult Day Health Care
$1,354
Assisted Living Facility
$7,348
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$12,623
Note: Since data for Bethesda is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Bethesda
Maryland offers many resources to seniors and their families, including those who may be considering assisted living or another type of senior care. The following examples are only some of the resources that are available.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (301) 400-2465 | U.S. military veterans and their spouses who currently reside in senior living facilities can apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit. It’s a monthly payment added to the VA pension that’s intended to help them meet some of their costs. Payments are unique to each vet. The maximum monthly payments are $1,881 for individual veterans, $1,209 for surviving spouses and $2,230 for couples. Vets unsure if they qualify can use the free tool provided online by VeteranAid.org. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (240) 777-3369 | Seniors in residential care communities can take their complaints to the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. The ombudsman has the authority to investigate complaints about assisted living communities, including those made by residents’ families, and to pursue resolutions. Additionally, the department holds information about licensed facilities that families can access on request. This may include information about upheld charges of violating standards. |
| State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) | (301) 255-4250 | Adults aged 64 and older who want to know more about Medicare before enrolling, and those who already benefit from Medicare, can use this free service to learn more about the various plans. Counselors can provide one-on-one and confidential services for free, which typically include advising seniors on the best Medicare plans for their circumstances. This may also include private health care insurance plans. However, the counselors won’t try to sell insurance because their role is to exclusively support seniors. |
| Montgomery County Senior Centers | (240) 777-6840 | Montgomery County operates seven senior centers, each welcoming adults aged 55 and older. Although each center is unique, there are some common services that apply to all. These include what is known as “55+ Active Adult Programs.” Included in the itinerary are fitness classes that range from tai chi to weight training. There are also educational classes for seniors who want to learn more about computing, European languages and nutritional health. Additionally, centers run their own entertainment programs and organize trips to cultural attractions in the surrounding areas. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bethesda
Bethesda-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.
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