Landow House and Ring House are residential care communities located in Rockville, Maryland, and are part of the Charles E. Smith Life Communities campus. Landow House primarily offers assisted living services, providing residents with support for activities of daily living in a structured and secure environment. Ring House functions as an independent living community, catering to adults who seek to maintain an active lifestyle while having access to services such as dining, recreational programming, and housekeeping. Situated within a larger campus, both residences benefit from shared amenities, access to on-site healthcare, and proximity to a range of social and wellness activities.

At Landow House, residents receive assistance with daily living activities, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, for those who require full support. The care staff includes licensed nurses, who oversee medication management and coordinate directly with physicians and families. The facility offers memory care in a secured community, which is specifically designed to accommodate individuals with memory loss; this includes specialized staff training and uniquely designed spaces that minimize confusion and promote safety. The community also offers incontinence care, ambulatory support, and regular monitoring of chronic health conditions like diabetes. For end-of-life care needs, hospice services are available onsite.

Comprehensive medical and therapeutic support is a key feature at Landow and Ring House. Residents have access to occupational and speech therapy, with therapy rooms available for individual or group sessions, and visiting optometrists conduct scheduled vision checks. The community’s staff can also address psychiatric needs as part of broader wellness initiatives. The campus includes fitness and exercise programs, yoga classes, and both indoor and outdoor walking paths to encourage physical health. Social clubs and structured activity groups are available, supporting ongoing community engagement and socialization. A barber/beauty salon onsite serves residents’ personal grooming needs. Laundry and dry cleaning services are part of the amenities offered, supporting residents who need assistance with clothing management.

A distinctive aspect of the community is its commitment to Jewish traditions and kosher dietary services, with menu options accommodating a variety of preferences and special needs. Culinary services strive to meet dietary expectations, although some residents and families have reported variability in quality and menu variety.

Transportation is provided at no charge to residents. The complimentary transportation service is available for both medical and non-medical purposes, facilitating access to appointments, shopping, and local outings as scheduled by the community.

Family and resident feedback highlights the welcoming atmosphere, comfortable common areas, and the ability to individualize care through an onsite home care program. The location and range of activities—including arts, music, exercise, and wellness—are frequently cited as strengths. However, some reviews note inconsistent communication from higher-level management, concerns about follow-through on requests, and slower response times for security concerns. The facility is described as older but has been updated in key areas; storage space and apartment size are noted as areas for improvement, and some find food options limited in flavor or variety.

Despite these challenges, many residents and families find Landow and Ring House to be attractive and well run, with particular confidence in the caring nature of the direct care staff, especially in recently renovated areas such as Ring House. The breadth of amenities and flexibility in care options contribute to its reputation within the local senior living community.

Costs at this community start at $5,024 and range up to $8,100. The average price in the community is $6,562, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,537. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.