Best Assisted Living in Bethesda, Maryland
16 communities found
Bethesda has 18 assisted living communities, all residential in scale, with 12 of them rated and averaging 4.8 across 436 reviews read. Common features found in most of these communities include emergency call systems, wheelchair accessibility, and 24-hour staffing, each present in 15 of them.
- 16communities
- 4.8average rating, 10 rated
- 328family reviews read
From $4,900/moPartnerSunrise of Bethesda
Bethesda, Maryland
4.8(42)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $4,700/moPartnerSunrise at Fox Hill
Bethesda, Maryland
4.8(24)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Assisting Hands Home Care
Bethesda, Maryland
4.9(55)
Home care · no referral needed
Modena Reserve Bethesda
Bethesda, Maryland
4.8(145)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
The Kensington Bethesda
Bethesda, Maryland
4.6(33)
Assisted Living
Hillwood Memory Care Home
Bethesda, Maryland
5(5)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Bartholomew House
Bethesda, Maryland
5(3)
Assisted Living
Larmax Homes
Bethesda, Maryland
4.8(4)
Assisted Living
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
Bethesda, Maryland
4.5(8)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Chevy Chase Home Care
Bethesda, Maryland
4.4(7)
Home care · no referral needed
Jill's Harbor Assisted Living
Bethesda, Maryland
5(1)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Oakland Assisted Living Home LLC
Bethesda, Maryland
5(1)
Assisted Living
Best-rated assisted living in Bethesda
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.9 (55 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living
Assisting Hands Home Care is a responsive in-home agency that quickly matches caregivers, even for urgent hospital discharges or sudden care needs.
- 2
4.8 (145 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care
Modena Reserve at Bethesda is a newer community in Woodmont Triangle holding a 4.8 Google rating from 136 reviews.
- 3
4.8 (42 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Sunrise of Bethesda holds a 4.8 rating from 41 Google reviews, suggesting families are generally pleased with the community.
- 4
4.8 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Sunrise at Fox Hill holds a 4.8 rating from 24 Google reviews, reflecting general satisfaction among families.
- 5
4.6 (33 reviews)· Assisted Living
- 6
5 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hillwood is a small, homelike memory care residence where staff know residents deeply and communication with families is strong.
- 7
Auxiliary House Memory Care Home
4.5 (8 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Auxiliary House is a small, home-like memory care community where staff know each resident personally and respond quickly to concerns.
- 8
4.4 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Memory Care
Chevy Chase Home Care is an in-home agency whose caregivers are described as professional, punctual, and attentive to seniors' needs.
What families say about assisted living in Bethesda
Counted across the review summaries of 15 Bethesda communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across 17 communities, 41% of families point to caring, attentive staff, 35% mention the quality of buildings and grounds, and 29% each cite activities, memory care, and a warm, home-like feel. At the same time, 88% raise concerns about cost and billing, and 76% mention issues with communication.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 60%
- Building and grounds 33%
- Memory care 33%
- Warm, home-like feel 33%
- Activities and social life 27%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 80%
- Communication with families 67%
- Memory care 7%
“A great place to visit! Melissa is always a welcoming face in the community—she goes above and beyond. It’s the stellar customer service I’ve received here that makes Modena Reserve worth coming back to.. again and again!”
“My parents have been living at Sunrise of Bethesda for the last year and a half, one in assisted living and the other in memory care. We've been very happy: the staff are caring, attentive, and professional, and the facilities are clean and well-maintained. Highly recommend this location of Sunrise if you are looking.”
“Immaculately clean. Beautifully appointed. Friendly staff. Lots of activities. Excellent, caring medical staff. Couldn't be better.”
Assisted Living in Bethesda: the figures
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (13), wheelchair accessible (13), 24-hour staff (13), medication management (13), housekeeping (12), laundry service (12).
How families pay for assisted living in Maryland
Most Maryland families cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds first, often drawing on savings and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a family holds a policy, can also help offset monthly costs, though coverage varies by policy and it's worth reviewing the terms early. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care in these settings.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Maryland.
Assisted Living near Bethesda
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chevy Chase3.1 mi | 11 | 4.7 / 5 | 3.1 mi |
| North Bethesda3.4 mi | 8 | 4.8 / 5 | 3.4 mi |
| Kensington3.6 mi | 12 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.6 mi |
| Potomac4.6 mi | 16 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.6 mi |
| McLean, Virginia5.8 mi | 8 | 4.7 / 5 | 5.8 mi |
| Rockville6 mi | 39 | 4.6 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Silver Spring7.4 mi | 60 | 4.4 / 5 | 7.4 mi |
| Washington, District of Columbia8.1 mi | 55 | 3.8 / 5 | 8.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 16 communities listed in Bethesda, 328 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Bethesda ask about.
- Home Care in Maryland: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Bethesda: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Bethesda, Maryland?
MyLivingChoice lists 16 assisted living communities in Bethesda, Maryland, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does assisted living cost in Bethesda?
Among Bethesda communities that publish pricing, assisted living starts around $4,700/month, with an average published starting rate near $4,800/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which assisted living communities in Bethesda are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Hillwood Memory Care Home (5★, 5 ratings), Assisting Hands Home Care (4.9★, 55 ratings), Modena Reserve Bethesda (4.8★, 145 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Bethesda?
Beyond assisted living, Bethesda has memory care (8 communities), independent living (6 communities), at-home care (5 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), home health (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Bethesda?
Families rate Bethesda assisted living communities 4.8 out of 5 on average, across 328 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Bethesda assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 15 Bethesda communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 60%), building and grounds (mentioned for 33%), memory care (mentioned for 33%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (80%), communication with families (67%), memory care (7%).
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Home care agencies serving Bethesda bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
