Clifton Woods Group Home is a residential memory care community nestled in a peaceful neighborhood of Silver Spring, Maryland. Designed to provide a warm and home-like environment for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, Clifton Woods offers a small, family-like setting with only eight private apartments. Each resident enjoys both independence and privacy, with access to a common kitchen, dining room, living room, and a recently renovated “great room” that serves as a hub for socializing and group gatherings. The home’s large, enclosed backyard features beautiful vegetable and flower gardens where residents can spend time outdoors, further enhancing the comforting, homely feel.
At the core of Clifton Woods’ approach is a commitment to personalized care. With a staff-to-resident ratio of 1:3 in the morning and 1:4 in the evening, the trained caregivers are able to provide individualized support and attention tailored to each resident’s unique needs and preferences. The care team is made up of a diverse group of dedicated professionals, including caregivers, medication technicians, a delegating nurse, an operations coordinator, a human resources manager, a business manager, an activity therapist, a maintenance supervisor, and two directors. Many of the staff members have been part of Clifton Woods for more than a decade, contributing to a stable, nurturing environment marked by continuity and trust.
Clifton Woods Group Home stands out for its philosophy of meeting residents where they are, honoring their histories, achievements, families, and talents. Each resident has a biography in the “Family Album,” highlighting life accomplishments and the activities that bring them joy. This careful attention to personal backgrounds allows caregivers and the activity therapist to craft individualized routines and programs that support normalcy, purpose, and engagement. From gardening activities and music therapy sessions—where favorite songs are played on the piano—to reminiscence groups guided by the activity therapist’s iPad, every activity is designed to create meaningful connections and joyful moments. If a resident expresses an interest in quilting, the staff will create a quilting circle to nurture that passion, ensuring the program adapts to the evolving interests and abilities of those living at Clifton Woods.
Meals at Clifton Woods are another aspect of the personalized, family-style experience. Residents are served three home-cooked meals daily in the communal dining room, along with snacks. Dietary preferences and special requirements are carefully honored, down to each resident’s favorite cereal or beverage, and families are encouraged to bring in favorite foods from home to comfort and delight their loved ones. The home is staffed 24/7 with trained caregivers who assist with daily living activities, medication management, nutrition monitoring, housekeeping, and laundry. Medical professionals—including physicians, podiatrists, dentists, and geriatric psychiatrists—visit regularly to ensure all health needs are met, and residents may continue to see their own doctors if desired.
At Clifton Woods, fostering routine, familiarity, and a sense of security is a priority. The memory care programs embrace the uniqueness of each resident, offering support ranging from more independent living to higher levels of personal assistance as needs change. Hospice care can also be accommodated, ensuring continuity and comfort through every stage of life. Throughout their time at Clifton Woods, residents experience a blend of physical care, emotional support, and celebration of individuality that defines this memory care community. Set in a quiet neighborhood, yet conveniently placed for families to visit, Clifton Woods Group Home is dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming, and deeply compassionate environment for all who live there.