Morningside House of Friendship

Morningside House of Friendship sits in Hanover, Maryland, and offers a wide range of senior care options, with a special focus on assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice support, where the staff, who're there around the clock and well trained in everything from daily care to helping with memory needs, do a good job of being friendly and supportive, and the community provides safety through secure indoor and outdoor areas, especially for memory care residents who might wander, using technology like alarm bracelets too, and there's always a nurse on staff and a doctor on call, so medical needs are covered, and weekly doctor visits and visiting specialists-like podiatrists and therapists-stop in for extra help, and rest easy knowing the staff helps with everything from medication management to reminders for daily routines, including care for those with incontinence or high mobility needs, and they even use mechanical lifts if needed. Residents can choose from studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and semi-private apartment options, all with features like wheelchair accessible showers, sunrooms, patios, and common spaces like lounges, activity rooms, dining rooms, landscaped grounds, and walking paths to stretch out and get fresh air, and the community stands out for letting residents bring along their pets, welcoming both cats and dogs in assisted living, and allowing them to visit in memory care. There's a secure, enclosed courtyard, and plenty to do every day-full-time activity directors keep calendars packed with live entertainment, bingo, crafts, morning workouts, Zumba classes, trivia, pet therapy visits from dogs like Echo, Brinkley, and Marigold, outings twice a week to Amish markets, parks, wineries, casinos, and regular events like candlelight dinners and seasonal celebrations, including a senior prom, plus on-site religious services for those who want spiritual support, and the beautician keeps folks looking sharp with hair and grooming services right there. The dining program serves three meals a day in a restaurant-style setting, has vegetarian and special diet options like low sodium or low sugar, and the hospitality staff brings snacks and room service if someone's feeling tired, while housekeeping and laundry get handled so everyday chores are less of a worry. The building itself is set up for comfort and safety with electronic medication systems, emergency call bells, advanced air filtration, and a custom care program that adapts as needs change, which is called aging in place, so people don't have to move just because they need a bit more help, and residents who need higher levels of support pay additional fees based on care needs, with extra charges for things like a second person in a room. The memory care unit separates off those with more advanced conditions, offering activities and therapies that help stimulate the mind and support people living with Alzheimer's and dementia, and caregivers get special training to handle major behavior problems and to make sure everyone stays safe and engaged. Residents can participate in stretching classes, gardening, baking, Wii bowling, happy hours, movies, and more, and at any stage-whether living alone or needing heavy care-each person gets a personalized care plan, with nurses, therapists, and caregivers working together, and the list of extra services, like restorative therapy, on-site clinical staff day and night, transportation (complimentary or at cost), parking, and housekeeping, means most needs can be met without leaving, which makes things smoother for everyone as they get older. The community is women-owned, known for long-time caregivers who work hard to know each resident, and aims to provide a homey, attentive environment where comfort, safety, companionship, and keeping social connections strong matter every day.