
The Charleston Senior Community
45 St Patricks Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.6
(23 reviews)
"There comes a time in life when those we love need more assistance than before. And after everything they have given to others, they certain..."
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Seniors account for 10.4% of Waldorf's population, and this demographic is most at risk for developing dementia, according to data from Alzheimer's Association. Data also shows that dementia is responsible for about one-third of senior mortalities, but fortunately, quality dementia care may help improve the prognosis. Waldorf in particular has seen improvements in dementia mortality rates, with Alzheimer's-related deaths dropping by 29.7% between 2016 and 2020, according to the CDC.
Memory care facilities are designed specifically for seniors living with dementia. Caregivers are trained to help reduce anxiety associated with memory loss, and experts work on-site to provide engaging activities that may help mitigate cognitive decline. Dementia care also includes social activities and physical wellness programs to encourage active living and keep residents mentally engaged.
Through this guide, seniors and their families can get a closer look at memory care in Waldorf. Readers will discover the pros and cons of living in the city and learn more about paying for care.
45 St Patricks Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.6
(23 reviews)
"There comes a time in life when those we love need more assistance than before. And after everything they have given to others, they certain..."
READ MORE11665 Doolittle Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.5
(15 reviews)
"I had my mom here. She had dementia and has passed. The caretakers and management were a godsend. Loosing my mom was devastating but their excellent care, love and compassion made this a little easier. I would highly reccomend Fenwick Landing..."
READ MORE11239 Berry Rd., Waldorf, MD, 20603
4.7
(10 reviews)
"My brother has been living in Harmony at Waldorf. He transferred from independent to memory care. I love it, the caring staff, the cleanliness, and you feel like home. The staff is wonderful. They understood our situation, and they fast tracked hi..."
READ MORE3978 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, MD, 20602
3.0
(3 reviews)
"I've seen Angel Living. The neighborhood is off of a busy road, so I didn't like that. And I just felt that it was old. The whole house looked old and dated. So I just knew that that wasn't the place for my husband. The people that were living the..."
READ MORE70 Village St., Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.1
(17 reviews)
"If I have to put my husband into a memory care facility, I would choose the Morningside House of St. Charles. The lady that we spoke with just really seemed to know a lot about what was going on at their facility and the type of care that they wou..."
READ MORE2019 English Oak Court, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(2 reviews)
"New facility now serving Waldolf. Veteran owned and operated. We take pride in servicing those who served. Loving You Assisted Living is ..."
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5360 Woodgate Lane, Waldorf, MD, 20601
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Richard's House is a legacy of love. We are an assisted living community that offers compassionate care in a beautiful homelike environment..."
READ MORE527 University Drive, Waldorf, MD, 20602
4.7
(3 reviews)
"Comfort Senior Care Facility was a house where I wanted a facility. The person who gave me the tour was very, very nice. They had both private and shared rooms, and they can accommodate five. It was very, very clean and the colors in all the rooms..."
READ MORE509 University Dr, Waldorf, MD, 20602
3.7
(3 reviews)
"PURE HEART ASSISTED LIVING ARE CAREGIVERS YOU CAN TRUST Our goal is to assist patients in a home environment, enabling them to live a..."
READ MORE213 Surrey Circle Drive, Fort Washington, MD, 20744
4.5
(6 reviews)
"The Prince of Peace I was a very big property. and it was spacious downstairs. The rooms are very tiny and I did not like them as much as the place I went to. The location was nice, and the lady was nice but the feels and the vibe is different. I ..."
READ MORE12401 Molly Berry Road, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20772
4.3
(3 reviews)
"We really liked Judy Comfort and Care Assisted Living. We loved it because they were very personable and very professional. We enjoyed the visit. The staff was very friendly. It's a family-run business, very personable, and very professional. We s..."
READ MORE8409 Oak Dr, Brandywine, MD, 20613
"Fran Cares Assisted Living Facility is a Prince George's County boutique community. We aim to build long-lasting, loving care relationsh..."
READ MORE9211 Stuart Lane, Clinton, MD, 20735
1.8
(31 reviews)
"My brother is currently at Clinton Healthcare Center. It's old, and right now, the heat isn't even working. In the last couple of nights, it's been pretty chilly outside. The first room he was in had black mold, and I advocated to get him out of t..."
READ MOREMemory care facilities in Waldorf and throughout Maryland are regulated by the Maryland Health Care Commission. The government agency creates standards of care, health and safety codes and staff training requirements to promote a high quality of life for seniors in dementia care communities.
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.
Dementia care facilities in Waldorf charge about $7,435 per month.
Waldorf has some of the highest memory care prices in Maryland, averaging 19.4% costlier than those in the nearby city of Salisbury and 13.3% above those in Cumberland. The city is also more expensive than Hagerstown, where rates are about $1,647 less per month. Similarly, Maryland's statewide average cost of care is 11.7% below Waldorf's, while the national norm is 24.3% cheaper.
Waldorf
$7,435
Maryland
$6,560
United States
$5,625
Hagerstown
$5,788
Cumberland
$6,560
Salisbury
$6,225
With an average cost of $7,435 per month, memory care ranks among the most expensive senior care options in Waldorf. Older adults who aren't experiencing memory loss can consider many alternative care options depending on their needs. At $5,948 per month, assisted living provides personal assistance for about 20% less than memory care. In-home care is similarly more affordable, providing support in the senior's residence for $5,339, on average. Alternatively, seniors who need daily medical care can consider adult day health care for about $5,153 less than dementia care. Nursing homes also serve seniors who need ongoing medical support, although they're more expensive, as they offer 24/7 monitoring for frail seniors, costing about 54.2% more than dementia care.
Memory Care
$7,435
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,339
Adult Day Health Care
$2,282
Assisted Living Facility
$5,948
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$11,467
Note: Data for Waldorf was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Washington, D.C., was used instead.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Maryland page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.
Waldorf 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 Waldorf, please visit our Memory Care in Maryland page.
Waldorf 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 ourMemory Care in Maryland page for more information about these laws.