Somerford Place Hagerstown, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is an assisted living facility that specializes in memory care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The community is exclusively designed to support residents experiencing memory loss, offering care and services tailored to these unique needs. Secured entrances, specialized architecture, and indoor and outdoor walking paths provide a safe, accessible environment for residents with cognitive impairments. The facility offers a range of living areas and activity spaces, as well as a dining program designed to support residents nutritionally while accommodating any necessary assistance with eating.

The care and medical support at Somerford Place Hagerstown include round-the-clock nurse coverage, with nursing staff available 24 hours daily to address urgent and ongoing medical needs. This community offers medication management, incontinence care, diabetes care, ambulatory support, and assistance with activities of daily living, including full assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Psychiatric issues are accepted and addressed as part of the specialized memory care profile. In addition to nursing care, residents have access to on-site podiatry, dental, and audiology services, as well as a therapy room for rehabilitation or therapeutic activities. The facility’s structure and programming are specifically designed to accommodate memory care needs, enhancing safety while providing opportunities for engagement and socialization. Enrichment offerings include organized clubs and communities, a dedicated activities program, and both indoor and outdoor walking paths. Amenities such as a barber/beauty salon support personal care, and secured community spaces provide peace of mind for residents and families.

Transportation options at Somerford Place Hagerstown include complimentary transportation and scheduled local transportation. These services support residents attending medical appointments, as well as participating in local errands or activities not located on the community campus. Transportation arrangements are planned to ensure residents’ safety and timely arrival at destinations.

Resident and family feedback indicates generally positive experiences, with many expressing satisfaction regarding care quality, staff responsiveness, and a welcoming environment tailored to those with dementia. Families frequently note improvements in their loved ones’ well-being, attributing this to attentive caregiving, a robust activity program, and effective communication from staff and administration. The atmosphere is described as warm, with flexible and proactive support. Some criticism has been reported regarding the personal touch of the staff and the facility atmosphere, which one healthcare observer found more similar to a nursing home than an assisted living environment; this suggests some variability in staff engagement and resident experience depending on individual expectations. Overall, Somerford Place Hagerstown is structured to provide consistent, specialized memory care in a secure and supportive setting.

Costs at this community start at $2,660 and range up to $7,300. The average price in the community is $4,980, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,529. 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.