Modena Reserve Bethesda, formerly Brightview Woodmont, is a modern and thoughtfully designed senior living community located in the heart of Bethesda, Maryland. It offers a comprehensive continuum of care, with memory care as its primary focus, complemented by assisted living and independent living options. The community is specifically designed to support seniors with varying needs, providing personalized assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, grooming, medication management, and toileting. For residents requiring additional medical attention, Modena Reserve Bethesda provides access to on-site podiatry, psychiatric care, audiology, dental services, and a dedicated therapy room, ensuring holistic health support.
Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities designed to promote comfort, engagement, and well-being. The community features spacious, contemporary apartments with large windows, kitchenettes, and private bathrooms. Common areas include elegant dining rooms, inviting lounges with fireplaces, a well-appointed library, art studio, movie theater, salon and spa, fitness center, and landscaped outdoor courtyards with walking paths and gardens. Chef-prepared meals are served daily in restaurant-style dining venues, with menus that emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients and accommodate dietary restrictions. The culinary team often hosts themed dinners and cooking demonstrations to enhance the dining experience.
Wellness programs at Modena Reserve Bethesda are robust, including group fitness classes such as yoga, tai chi, and balance exercises, along with individualized wellness plans tailored to each resident. The community offers a vibrant calendar of social activities and enrichment opportunities, from live music performances and guest speakers to art workshops, book clubs, bridge games, intergenerational events, and outings to local attractions in Bethesda and the greater Washington, D.C. area. Residents also have access to scheduled transportation, concierge services, and 24-hour security for peace of mind.
The memory care neighborhood, previously known as Wellspring Village, features a secure environment with specialized programming for residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Caregivers are trained in best practices for dementia care, focusing on individualized attention, sensory engagement, and structured routines to promote comfort and familiarity. The environment is designed to minimize confusion and maximize independence, incorporating soothing color schemes, memory boxes outside resident rooms, and dedicated activity spaces for cognitive stimulation and social interaction.
While many families and residents appreciate the supportive and engaging atmosphere, there have been occasional concerns regarding administrative responsiveness, particularly related to communication about financial matters and delayed refunds. These experiences highlight opportunities for ongoing improvement in administrative processes, although direct care and day-to-day support for residents are generally well-regarded.
Having recently undergone rebranding and extensive renovations, Modena Reserve Bethesda continues to invest in updating its facilities and residential offerings. Its prime location in downtown Bethesda places residents within walking distance of shops, restaurants, parks, and cultural venues, providing an enriching urban lifestyle alongside the comforts of a close-knit senior living community.
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 $5,509. 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.
