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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bowie, MD for 2024

 

Alzheimer's-related deaths are becoming more common nationwide, and the city of Bowie is no exception. From 2016 to 2020, Alzheimer's-related mortalities in the city rose by 28.2%, according to data from the CDC. Age is the top risk factor for developing dementia, so this data is pertinent to Bowie's senior residents, who comprise 14.5% of the total population. 

Although dementia is a growing concern in Bowie, seniors can take comfort in the services provided by memory care communities. These specialized dementia care facilities provide a therapeutic environment, 24/7 safety monitoring and cognitively enriching activities. Specially trained caregivers are on-site at all times, and staff members coordinate wellness programs to help reduce the impact of memory loss.

Using this guide, seniors and their families can learn more about memory care services in Bowie. Readers will discover the benefits and drawbacks of living in the city, explore the cost of alternative care options and find a list of additional resources.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Bowie

The Maryland Health Care Commission implements licensing requirements for memory care facilities statewide. This agency also performs inspections and maintains a quality reporting system to address health and safety concerns in dementia care communities.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Bowie

 

  • Bowie has about 37.1% fewer doctors per capita than the U.S. average, but seniors can still receive emergency medical care at UM Bowie Health Center. Additionally, Bowie is within about 1 hour of numerous hospitals in nearby cities, including several Johns Hopkins locations and Sinai Hospital.
  • Maryland is a relatively tax-friendly state for older adults. Social Security benefits are exempt, but other forms of retirement income are taxed according to the state's graduated system, ranging from 2% to 5.75%. Although these rates may be high for some seniors, memory care communities typically offer fixed monthly rates that include professional care, food and housing, which can help ease the burden of budgeting.
  • Compared to national crime statistics, Bowie is a very safe city. Based on a 100-point scale, the city scores 11.3 for violent crime compared to 22.7 nationally and 22.5 for property crime versus 35.4. For added safety, dementia care facilities typically feature extensive security systems, including monitored gates and emergency call pendants.
  • Bowie's overall cost of living is 20.8% higher than the national norm. It's also higher than Maryland's statewide average, although by a lesser 9%. However, these expenses are due to the city's expensive homes and higher-than-average property taxes, which might make entering memory care a cost-effective alternative to owning a home. 
  • Bowie offers comfortable weather throughout most of the year. Summer highs usually stay below 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and although winter can be quite cold, the city gets about 13 fewer inches of snow than the national average. For the added comfort of its residents, memory care communities typically plan numerous indoor activities to keep seniors active during adverse weather.

 

Paying for Memory Care in Bowie

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care facilities in Bowie charge $5,938 monthly on average, but this figure can increase or decrease depending on location and amenities.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

Memory care in Bowie is affordable compared to Maryland's statewide norm, averaging 9.48% less monthly. However, the city's rates are about 5.5% higher than the U.S. average, and the nearby city of Hagerstown is notably cheaper at $5,788 monthly. Still, Bowie costs less than most Maryland cities. Seniors in Cumberland pay about $622 more monthly than those in Bowie, while memory care residents in Salisbury pay about $287 more.

Bowie

$5,938

Maryland

$6,560

United States

$5,625

Cumberland

$6,560

Hagerstown

$5,788

Salisbury

$6,225

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care costs about $5,938 monthly in Bowie, reflecting its high-level support and security. Seniors who don't need dementia care can consider assisted living, which provides personal support in a residential setting for about $1,188 less than memory care. Nursing home care, also in a residential setting, is about 81.8% costlier than memory care due to intensive medical services. While adult day health care provides medical support, it's considerably cheaper than memory care at $1,927 as the scope of services is much more limited. Alternatively, seniors who want to age in place can consider in-home care, which costs 16.5% less than memory care, or home health care, which is also more economical at $5,053. 

Memory Care

$5,938

In-Home Care

$4,957

Home Health Care

$5,053

Adult Day Health Care

$1,927

Assisted Living Facility

$4,750

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,798

Note: Data for Bowie was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Baltimore, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Bowie

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Maryland page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Maryland

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Bowie

Bowie and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Bowie, please visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Bowie

 

Bowie Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Maryland are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Maryland page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Maryland

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Patrick

I visited this facility

Review of Access Care Assisted Living

I toured Access Care Assisted Living. What I liked best was the small house and the high staff-to-resident ratio. Those are the two things I like best. The thing I didn't really like was the...

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Memory Care

Warren

I visited this facility

Review of Tribute at Melford

I really enjoyed the Tribute at Melford. It's a beautiful facility. I thought I was in a hotel when I got there. My mother is most likely in need of memory care and they're just out of my league....

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Memory Care

Renee

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Tribute at Melford

Tribute at Melford is a beautiful community. My mom lives there now. It's only three years old. They have invested a lot in their staff to make sure that they're trained and educated on interacting...

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