Stratford Manor

Stratford Manor sits in Mitchellville, Maryland, serving up to four older adults at a time, and it's a smaller care community known for a quieter, more personal setting, so if someone likes a place that doesn't feel crowded, this might suit them. The staff, including licensed nurses, stay on duty all day and night, helping with things like medication, personal care such as dressing and bathing, and continence management, while also doing monthly wellness visits and regular check-ups from registered nurses and doctors, which a lot of families find reassuring. The apartments have their own safety features, like an emergency response system, and even keyless entry with a keypad, and every apartment has a washer and dryer for more independence. Residents get to eat meals in a dining area that feels like a restaurant, and the cook or meal planner makes sure everyone gets the food that fits their needs, including pureed meals if needed. Community areas include a library for quiet reading, common rooms for spending time together, and a kitchen everyone can use, plus there's a fitness room and spot for rehab and therapies like speech or physical work, so people aren't short on things to do or ways to stay active. There's an on-site hair salon and grooming services to keep up appearances, and when folks want to get out and about, staff help arrange transportation for both regular outings and doctor appointments, though sometimes transportation and parking cost extra. Stratford Manor plans daily group and wellness activities, devotional gatherings, and group trips, so there's a bit of routine and plenty of chances to meet others. Staff can also help when residents first move in, and tailor the care for each person based on what they need, whether that's assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite stays, and there's support for those with higher care needs like diabetes or mobility problems. Pets like cats and dogs are welcome with certain features to keep them safe. All these services and features are meant to help residents live as independently as possible, while having the support they need every day.