Modena Reserve at Kensington, located in Kensington, Maryland, is a senior living community designed to provide comprehensive care services across independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care. This community supports older adults who require varying degrees of care, offering a continuum that accommodates independent residents as well as those needing daily assistance or memory support. The facility features a contemporary environment with modern amenities and is situated near local restaurants, public transit, and attractions in Kensington.

The care and medical services at Modena Reserve at Kensington are focused on meeting individual resident needs. The primary care type is memory care, delivered within a secured and memory-care-only community. Care staff provide assistance with a range of activities of daily living, including full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Residents with incontinence receive appropriate care, while those with mobility limitations benefit from ambulatory care services. Healthcare support encompasses medication management, diabetes care, and podiatry. Onsite clinicians are equipped to address psychiatric issues as well. Additional wellness offerings include fitness programs, yoga and chair yoga classes, and massage therapy to support residents’ physical and mental health. A barber and beauty salon is available for personal grooming needs.

Social and recreational opportunities are a central part of the experience, with robust programming such as clubs, games, cooking demonstrations, art classes, lectures, movie screenings, and community outings. Residents participate in organized clubs and engagement opportunities designed to foster connection and enjoyment. The staff is noted for being responsive and actively involved, from caregiving to participation in daily activities, ensuring a supportive atmosphere.

For transportation needs, Modena Reserve at Kensington provides complimentary transportation services for both medical and non-medical purposes. This offering is intended to assist residents in attending offsite medical appointments, running errands, and participating in community outings or local events. The goal is to promote independence while ensuring safe and accessible travel options for residents.

Based on feedback from residents and families, the facility is recognized as clean, well-maintained, and modern, with dedicated and accommodating staff who frequently go beyond standard expectations. Social opportunities are valued for fostering an active and engaging lifestyle. Some concerns do relate to higher living costs and certain operational policies such as communal dining, and it is noted that Modena Reserve does not function as a full continuing care retirement community (CCRC) and does not provide comprehensive onsite medical care. Nonetheless, families and residents express overall satisfaction, particularly with the staff’s attentiveness and the community’s offering of supportive care and personalized attention.

Costs at this community start at $3,810 and range up to $7,500. The average price in the community is $5,655, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,488. The cost of memory care 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.