About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Memory Care Facilities in La Plata, MD
Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?
Please enter a valid name.
Please enter a valid email address.
Please enter a valid phone number.
By sharing your contact information, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. You also consent to receive texts and calls from us and our community customers; however, your consent is not a condition to using our service, but we cannot refer you without your contact information. Msg and Data Rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Text HELP for Help. Text STOP for Stop.
If your loved one needs memory care in La Plata, A Place for Mom can help. With 249 memory care facilities in La Plata, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in La Plata incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. La Plata memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in La Plata, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like National Mall - West Potomac Park, Federal Triangle and Southwest Federal Center.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Waldorf, Arlington and Alexandria.
La Plata Memory Care Facilities | 5325 Reviews
Showing 250 communities
Last Updated: 2/21/25
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
55 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
77 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
77 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Having provided senior care for many years, we, understand the emotions that families face when making care decisions for their loved ones. Providing for a parent, spouse, or relative can be physically, emotionally, and financially challenging. Making the decision to get help is often difficult. ...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
100%
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
5 star
14%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
43%
Overall I think they do a good job at Woodbine. The facility itself is a bit worn down, but they keep it very clean and nice looking. The care staff here are all very friendly and professional. They seem to...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
5 star
50%
4 star
0%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
5 star
40%
4 star
36%
3 star
12%
2 star
9%
1 star
3%
My father moved into the Hermitage in early Sept 2018. We couldn't be more happy. I was looking for a place for my Dad and after talking to [name removed] I basically stopped my search. She was so lovely and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Conveniently located in the heart of Northern Virginia, the Hermitage is a premier Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering various levels of care and services that promote an independent lifestyle regardless of needs. A not-for-profit community, owned and operated by Virginia United...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
5 star
25%
4 star
25%
3 star
50%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
My mother has dementia and requires a lot of attention, but she is still very functional. We have moved her there a few months ago and we are extremely please with the entire environment. The staff is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
5 star
80%
4 star
20%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
The Kensington is very pricy. We moved mom in anyway for the activities. There was an adjustment period, and some care management changes that needed to be made. However, after one month we are on the right...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of memory care in La Plata, MD
The average cost of senior living in La Plata is $6,802 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leonardtown, MD with an average of $6,139 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in La Plata, MD vs. nearby cities
La Plata, MD
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in La Plata, MD vs. the state and national average
La Plata, MD
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in La Plata vs. other types of senior living
Memory Care
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in La Plata, MD by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about memory care in La Plata
Recent reviews for memory care in La Plata
Waltonwood Ashburn
4.6
My loved one is a resident at Waltonwood Ashburn. The staff is very friendly and approachable. The care associates are very capable and handle the residents very well. The food is good, or so my loved one says. Communication with the family is open, they are always available to answer questions ...
Read more
Forest Hills of DC in Washington, DC
4.6
My sister has lived at Forest Hills in the Health Care Center for a while. Before the pandemic, they had wonderful activities as well as great nursing care. In the pandemic they have done an incredible job to keep everyone safe, to figure out ways to have safe activities and/or virtual or safe ...
Read more
Harpers Station Gainesville
4.9
I would and do highly recommend Harper's Station. Dad was very happy there. His and my only issue was phone service. It was constantly going down for hours to days at a time. Dad was one of the first residents there so it may have been resolved by now.
La Plata review score based on 1,272 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 1272 reviews of 226 La Plata memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The La Plata review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
La Plata review score compared against nearby cities
8.4
La Plata, MD226 facilities
8.4
Port Tobacco, MD246 facilities
8.4
Port Tobacco Village, MD245 facilities
Review subcategories for La Plata memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,272 reviews of 226 La Plata memory care communities. This chart helps you compare La Plata resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.La Plata, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
La Plata memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in La Plata memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in La Plata, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in La Plata memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in La Plata that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
La Plata, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.6%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.4%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.2%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.6%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.4%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.2%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.6%
64.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in La Plata memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of La Plata Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
La Plata, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.6%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.8%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24%
23.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in La Plata memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of La Plata partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
La Plata, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.8%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
57.2%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.2%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.6%
14.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in La Plata memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of La Plata communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
La Plata, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.6%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
50.4%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.2%
20%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in La Plata memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in La Plata offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
La Plata, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.8%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.8%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.4%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.2%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.2%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.2%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.4%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
43.2%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
31.2%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.8%
41.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill are the top-rated memory care facilities near La Plata, Maryland. See full list of communities.
There are 249 memory care facilities near La Plata, Maryland. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in La Plata, Maryland are Falcons Landing, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Potomac and Sunrise of Hunter Mill. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 249 memory care facilities near you in La Plata, Maryland typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in La Plata, Maryland, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in La Plata, Maryland, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in La Plata, Maryland ranges from $84 to $77350. The average Memory Care cost in La Plata, Maryland is $6,802. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in La Plata, Maryland typically starts at $84. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Memory Care in Cities Near La Plata
- Waldorf, Maryland
- Arlington, Virginia
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Springfield, Virginia
- Stafford, Virginia
- Upper Marlboro, Maryland
- Leonardtown, Maryland
- Pinefield, Maryland
- Annandale, Virginia
- Oxon Hill, Maryland
- Lorton, Virginia
- Woodbridge, Virginia
- Clinton, Maryland
- Triangle, Virginia
- Ashbox, Maryland
- Widewater Beach, Virginia
- Popes Creek, Maryland
- King George, Virginia
- Shirlington, Virginia
- Pinecrest, Virginia
More options near La Plata, Maryland
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top