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Assisted Living in Bethesda, Maryland

For many years, Bethesda, Maryland, a small rural community on the outskirts of Washington, DC, began to grow during World War II with the construction of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Naval Medical Center, now called the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, where American presidents have been treated since the early 40s.

Now best known as a bedroom community for many people who work in the nation’s capital, Bethesda has many attractions of its own. This includes the Pike and Rose area in North Bethesda which is packed with an array of shopping, entertainment and dining options for residents and visitors. Bethesda is also the site of the renowned Bethesda Jazz and Supper Club, a facility constructed in an old Art Deco theater that currently showcases jazz and blues performers from across America.

Twenty assisted-living facilities serve Bethesda — 11 in Bethesda itself and nine nearby. The average cost of assisted living in Bethesda, which is considered part of the Washington DC area by the Genworth 2019 Cost of Care Survey, is $5,100 per month. That’s about $1,000 more than the national average of $4,051.



The SeniorScore for Bethesda, Maryland



Information from 100 different data points from private and government databases is used to create the Senior Score. It reflects the level of comfort seniors can expect to find in four main areas of any city or state: Recreation & Leisure, Finance, Health & Safety and General Quality of Life.

Bethesda has a SeniorScore of 85, which is 13 points higher than the national average of 72. The categories with the highest scores are Health & Safety at 81 and Recreation & Leisure at 80. Health & Safety covers how well an area provides for the health needs of seniors. Recreation & Leisure tackles the social and recreational options favored by seniors and their availability in a town or a state.

Bethesda’s high Health & Safety score reflects its numerous health resources for seniors. The city has many physicians who are registered with Medicare. There are 31 hospitals within close range of the city including Walter Reed, Warren G. Magnuson Clinical Center and the Suburban Hospital. Pharmacies abound in the area, with over 1,450 in or near the city.

Recreation & Leisure opportunities for seniors abound in Bethesda. One reason is the high percentage of seniors who live in the area (31% of residents are over the age of 50, while 19.2% are over the age of 65, which is higher than the national average of 16.5%). Along with the arts and museum opportunities mentioned above, there are 116 golf clubs in or around Bethesda as well as 42 parks.

Bethesda scores lowest in the General Quality of Life category, only achieving a 64. Bethesda has very poor air quality and very poor water quality. The cost of living is high compared to the national average. It also has a population density of 4229.1 people per square mile.



SeniorScore™ for Bethesda, Maryland



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

85

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Bethesda scores higher than the Maryland average of 78.
  • Bethesda scores significantly higher than the national average of 72.
81

Health & Safety

  • There is a very high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 31 hospitals within close range of the city, including National Naval Medical Center, Suburban Hospital, and Warren G Magnuson Clin Ctr.
  • There are 289 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Springhouse Manor Care, Carriage Hill Bethesda, and Cottage at Curry Manor.
  • There is a very high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 78.8, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 1452 pharmacies within close range of the city.
80

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has a high percentage of seniors in the population (31% of residents).
  • There are 116 golf courses in or around the city, including Columbia Country Club, Chevy Chase Club, and Burning Tree Club.
  • There are 42 parks near the city center, including Woodend Sanctuary, Glen Echo Park, and Clara Barton National Historic Site.
  • There are 1510 churches in or near the city, including Christ Lutheran Church, St Luke\'s Episcopal Church, and North Bethesda United Meth Chr.
  • There are 34 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 901 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 65 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 459 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
76

Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.18% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 0.76% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 6.00%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Maryland has an average state income tax of 4.15%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $205,737, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $142,359, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $83,354, which is significantly higher than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $61,200 per year, which are very high compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $85,410 per year, which are average compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $20,150 per year, which are high compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $44,044 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 3.52%, which is very low compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very high compared to national averages.
  • 0% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
64

General Quality of Life

  • Bethesda receives high levels of rainfall each year.
  • Bethesda has mild mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and warm summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has very poor water quality.
  • Bethesda has a dense population density of 4,229.1 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Bethesda have a long daily commute time.
  • The city has a very high public transportation ridership.
  • Bethesda has a high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a high public school safety rating.
  • This city has a very high graduation rate of 97.44%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Bethesda, Maryland



The cost of assisted living in Bethesda is $5,100 a month, $1,049 higher than the national average of $4,051 a month according to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2019, reflecting the increased costs associated with being near Washington, DC. The cost in Bethesda is also several hundred dollars more than the average cost of living in Maryland, which is $4,300 a month.


Within Maryland, Bethesda is one of the more expensive areas, but not always as high as some cities or towns in the region. Assisted living costs are higher on Maryland’s Eastern shore in Salisbury, Maryland, at $5,250. Generally, however, costs are lower throughout Maryland. Baltimore averages $4,225 a month, and Frederick, Maryland, is only about 45 miles from DC and accessible by regular commuter train yet it costs $4,050 a month. Another Maryland city with a lower cost of living is the historic city of Annapolis, home to the United States Naval Academy, which has a price tag of $4,225. Nearby Bethesda is Charlottesville, Virginia, which has a median assisted living cost of $5,795. Richmond to the south in Maryland runs $4,848.

  • Baltimore, MD: $4,225
  • Frederick, MD: $4,050
  • Annapolis, MD: $4,225
  • Salisbury, MD: $5,250
  • Charlottesville, VA: $5,795
  • Richmond, VA: $4,848


Top Assisted Living Facilities in Bethesda, Maryland



Forest Hills of Dc - Washington DC, DC

Forest Hills of Dc

4901 Connecticut Avenue NW

Washington DC, DC 20008

1-855-240-2530

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Forest Hills of Dc is situated in the Wakefield neighborhood of Washington DC, Washington DC. It is a 50 unit senior community. With about 29,000 people residing in the zip code of 20008, the neighboring area has a ...

3 miles away from Bethesda, MD

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Ingleside at Rock Creek - Washington DC, DC

Ingleside at Rock Creek

3050 Military Road NW

Washington DC, DC 20015

1-855-221-7955

7 Reviews  

Ingleside at Rock Creek is situated within the Chevy Chase area of Washington DC, Washington DC. It is a 60 room senior housing facility. The community is in a mostly upper class area, with a median household income ...

3 miles away from Bethesda, MD

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Free Assisted Living Resources in Bethesda, Maryland



Bethesda Vital Living Center

The Jewish Council on Aging operates the Bethesda Vital Living Center but it is open to people of all faiths. The Center works in collaboration with the Montgomery County government and offers classes on many different topics including wellness, exercise, estate planning and even foreign languages for seniors.

4805 Edgemore Ln., Second Floor, Bethesda, MD 20814

(240) 395-0915

https://accessjca.org

Maryland Department of Aging

The Maryland Department of Aging assists Maryland seniors with a range of services and provides access to information on important resources. This includes advocating for the rights of seniors and helping to create opportunities for them to lead active and healthy lives.

301 W. Preston St., Suite 1007, Baltimore, MD 21201

(410) 767-1100 or (800) 243-3425

https://aging.maryland.gov/pages/default.aspx

Maryland County Department of Health and Human Services-Area Agency on Aging

The Area Agency on Aging (AAA) in Bethesda provides a variety of services that help seniors with assisted living, temporary disabilities and protective services programs. The AAA unit also provides transportation services for seniors or those with disabilities.

401 Hungerford Drive, 3rd Floor Rockville, MD 20850

(240) 777-3000

https://aging.maryland.gov/Pages/area-agencies-on-aging.aspx

Iona Senior Services

The center provides information and programs for seniors on active wellness, nutrition, community and corporate services, arts and Alzheimer and memory issues. Iona also has an online directory for seniors that provides information on programs and activities that are happening in the area.

4125 Albemarle St., NW, Washington, DC 20016-2105

(202) 895-9448

https://www.iona.org/

Bethesda Cares

Bethesda Cares relies on volunteers of all ages, including seniors, to help the homeless by getting them off the street, into housing and helping them get their lives back. Seniors interested in donating their time can volunteer in the organization's clothing closet and soup kitchen.

7728 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814

(301) 907-9244

https://bethesdacares.org/get-involved/volunteer-opportunities/

Senior Connect

This organization focuses on services needed by residents of Montgomery County aged 60+. These services include rides for seniors, grocery shopping assistance and friendly calls to check up on how seniors are doing. Senior Connect has been working in the Montgomery County area for over 20 years.

3950 Ferrara Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20906

(301) 962-0820

https://www.seniorconnectionmc.org/


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What does assisted living cost in Maryland?

Answer
The average cost of assisted living in Maryland is approximately $113 per day (ranging from $30 to $293), $3,400 monthly (ranging from $900 to $8,800), and $40,800 yearly (ranging from $10,800 to $105,600). By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 yearly.

Question
What does assisted living cost in Bethesda?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Bethesda, Maryland averages from approximately $4,488 monthly up to $5,600. The median cost is approximately $5,100 monthly, or about $61,200 yearly.

Question
What services are included with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living typically includes housekeeping help, assistance with medication, 24-monitoring, religious programs, and regular medical care. Care may be offered in a shared or private room.

Question
Which assisted living facilities in Bethesda take Medicaid?

Answer
The following assisted living communities in Bethesda accept Medicaid as payment: ManorCare Health Services - Bethesda, Future Care Pineview, Leewood Healthcare Center, Friends House Retirement Community, and ManorCare Health Services - Adelphi.

Question
What is the senior population of Bethesda?

Answer
While the encompassing metropolitan area has 2,262,339 residents, there are 80,090 within the city limits. About 31% of the population are over the age of 55.

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