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Memory Care in Washington DC
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Overview
Memory Care in Washington DC
Assisted living in Washington, D.C. averages about $6,978 a month. Compare the communities we list across the District below, review what each offers, and get free help from a local advisor familiar with the area.
Costs
What memory care costs in Washington DC
Washington, D.C. assisted living averages about $6,978 a month, above the national median.
What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.
Ways families pay
Private pay
Washington DC Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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What memory care offers
Memory Care provides secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff.
- Help with daily activities & medication management
- Meals, housekeeping & laundry
- Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
- Activities, wellness & social connection
Washington DC rules & paying for care
Assisted living residences in the District are licensed by DC Health (Health Regulation and Licensing Administration).
- The District covers long-term care through its Medicaid Elderly and Persons with Physical Disabilities (EPD) Waiver, which can pay for personal care and services in an assisted living residence; room and board is paid privately
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
Washington DC memory care FAQs
How much does assisted living cost in Washington, D.C.?
The District averages about $6,978 per month for assisted living, with memory care running higher.
Does D.C. Medicaid pay for assisted living?
The District's EPD Waiver can cover personal care and services in an assisted living residence for those who qualify. Room and board is paid privately.
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Other care types in Washington DC
Assisted Living in Washington DCHelp with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life
Nursing Homes in Washington DC24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs
Independent Living in Washington DCMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in Washington DCA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
Residential Care in Washington DCSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents
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