AlfredHouse Elder Care, Inc has several small senior homes in Rockville, Silver Spring, Potomac, Bethesda, and Olney, and the communities feel homey and warm, with each setting offering a safe and secure place for up to eight residents at a time. Staff help out with everyday needs like dressing, bathing, transfers, and medication management, and there's always someone on hand, since the caregiver ratio is one caregiver for every four residents and the nurses and support team are around 24/7. The buildings are all single-story, which means folks with wheelchairs or walkers can get around more easily, and families are welcome to visit whenever they want, which gives a comforting, open feeling. Each location includes furnished rooms, many with private bathrooms, telephone access, and welcoming community spaces where residents can chat, read, or enjoy a movie night. Meals are prepared by a chef and served in the dining room according to a schedule, but there's also the option for all-day dining and special menus for different needs, and housekeeping, linen, laundry, and even dry-cleaning are included. Residents can also spend time in gardens or try out natural therapies like aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, or therapy swings, or simply relax on the wrap-around porch or walking paths.
AlfredHouse Elder Care, Inc specializes in memory care for those with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive losses, providing both BCAT Certified Memory Care and individualized plans. There's a strong focus on safety, as all staff get certified training and both 24/7 emergency alerting and security features are built in. The homes are designed for people who may need help with daily life but don't always need full-time nursing, though there are also on-site medical directors, visiting geriatric specialists, wellness therapists, and BCAT-certified staff for more complex needs. The care team offers support with mobility, chronic illnesses, and behavior issues, as well as palliative and hospice waiver care, with all care customized around each resident's health and comfort. Transportation and parking are available, and outings are scheduled regularly by the in-house recreation director, with trips to the theater or parks, along with daily activities and fitness sessions in the community rooms or garden spaces. Respite care is available for short or temporary stays, including a "Return Home Stronger" program that helps people leave the hospital, rehab, or a nursing home safely.
Unlike some larger places, each AlfredHouse community stays small and personal, so it's easier to know each staff member and neighbor, and the family-owned business has over 30 years of experience running homes this way, always keeping a strong commitment to dignity, independence, and open communication, and striving for an environment where every resident has meaningful, daily experiences.
