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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. ...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Friendly Farms, MD

The average cost of senior living in Friendly Farms is $5,617 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Plata, MD with an average of $5,261 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Friendly Farms, MD vs. nearby cities

Friendly Farms, MD
$5,617/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Friendly Farms, MD vs. the state and national average

Friendly Farms, MD
$5,617/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Friendly Farms vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,617/mo
$7,042/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Friendly Farms, MD by room type

Semi-Private
$4,242/mo
Private
$4,582/mo
Studio
$6,269/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,199/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,964/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Friendly Farms, MD

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Friendly Farms.

What families are saying about assisted living in Friendly Farms

Recent reviews for assisted living in Friendly Farms

Modena Reserve at Kensington

5.0
I think all 7 categories meet the mark, but they should, since this an upscale facility and more costly than others. The staff is terrific. My wife has difficult Lewy body dementia and the facility does well. I'm happy with it.

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 ...
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Brookdale Lake Ridge in Woodbridge, VA

5.0
We give them 5's across the board. My dad's case was difficult. They were very open and candid and supportive and caring. We are grateful to have had chosen them. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far and I have already recommended them

Friendly Farms review score based on 86 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 86 reviews of 24 Friendly Farms assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Friendly Farms review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Friendly Farms review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Friendly Farms, MD24 facilities
8.4
National Harbor, MD67 facilities
8.4
Forest Heights, MD75 facilities

Review subcategories for Friendly Farms assisted living

When assisted living 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 86 reviews of 24 Friendly Farms assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Friendly Farms resident and family assisted living 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.
Friendly Farms, MD averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Friendly Farms assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Friendly Farms assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Friendly Farms, 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 Friendly Farms assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Friendly Farms that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.9%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.5%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.2%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.4%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Friendly Farms assisted living

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 Friendly Farms Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.1%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Friendly Farms assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Friendly Farms partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
40.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.7%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Friendly Farms assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Friendly Farms communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
37%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Friendly Farms assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Friendly Farms offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Friendly Farms, MDNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.7%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.5%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.7%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
25.9%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.7%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Friendly Farms

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maryland assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Friendly Farms protect seniors.

Learn about Maryland Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Avalon House on Woodacre Drive, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Friendly Farms, Maryland. See full list of communities.

There are 28 assisted living facilities near Friendly Farms, Maryland. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Friendly Farms, Maryland are Avalon House on Dominion Crest, Avalon House on Laburnum Street and Avalon House on Oakview Drive. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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