Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights Costs & Pricing
Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights offers a range of accommodation options with monthly costs that reflect its premium services and amenities. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $7,860, significantly higher than the average rates of $4,337 in Montgomery County and $3,545 across Maryland. Studio apartments are priced at $9,150, exceeding both county ($5,542) and state averages ($4,656). The facility's two-bedroom units come with a monthly fee of $9,840, while one-bedroom accommodations start at $10,680 - again considerably above local and state benchmarks ($4,530 for two bedrooms in Montgomery County and $3,497 in Maryland; and $4,842 for one bedroom in the county compared to $3,904 statewide). This pricing reflects the enhanced lifestyle offerings and supportive environment that Brighton Gardens provides to its residents.
Floor plans
Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights
Montgomery County
Maryland
Semi-Private
$7,860
$4,337
$3,545
Studio
$9,150
$5,542
$4,656
2 Bedrooms
$9,840
$4,530
$3,497
1 Bedroom
$10,680
$4,842
$3,904
Overall Review of Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights
differentiator6 reviews mention this
Care in memory care units
Residents and families describe memory-care support that helps transitions feel manageable.
Multiple reviewers mention dementia or memory-care needs, including a move into a reminiscence unit and later transitioning into a secured memory-care area. Families describe staff as sensitive and involved, with supportive routines that keep residents engaged. Reviews also point to practical care like medication timing and day-to-day monitoring during challenging periods.
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Activities and outings keep days full
Planned activities and frequent outings are a consistent reason families feel their loved ones are supported.
Reviews repeatedly mention a steady mix of on-site programming—like music, art, lectures, games, and movie nights—and neighborhood outings such as museum visits and theater. Several reviewers describe day-to-day engagement rather than residents being left idle. Others also note the community helps coordinate transportation for appointments or outings, which makes it easier for families to stay involved.
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Dining feels restaurant-style
Dining stands out for its restaurant-style experience and generally positive food feedback.
Many reviews talk about dining as something that feels more like a restaurant than an institution, including the ability to order off a menu. Several families specifically mention the food tasting good, with appetizing soups and other favorites. A few reviewers also bring up diet-related concerns, including eating consistency and medication or care timing around meals.
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Staff communication and responsiveness
Families describe attentive, professional staff who keep them informed and respond when concerns come up.
Across reviews, families emphasize that staff are warm, professional, and responsive—ranging from smooth transitions at move-in to follow-ups after health events. Several reviewers also mention frequent communication with family members, including sharing updates and being approachable when questions arise. Some residents describe the day-to-day care team as knowledgeable and long-tenured, while a small number of reviews express concerns about warmth or staffing levels.
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Pricing is the main downside
Reviews frequently flag the high cost as a drawback, even when other parts of the experience are praised.
Multiple reviewers call out the pricing as expensive, including one family referencing a very high monthly cost and another describing the community as luxurious but more than needed for their situation. Pricing is also discussed alongside care expectations, where at least one reviewer felt they were not getting the level of care they expected for the cost. Even among positive reviews, several families still characterize it as costly and worth it only if it fits the budget.
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Location supports easy access
The community’s location and nearby options make visits, errands, and outings easier.
Several reviewers describe the setting as convenient, mentioning closeness to shopping, restaurants, and community spaces. Others specifically note access to transportation for appointments or neighborhood movement, which helps families stay connected even when they cannot be there every day. A few reviews also tie the location to the kinds of outings residents enjoy.
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Features
Housing
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Pets
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Amenities
Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guasts at mealtime
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Resident parking
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
TV room
Telephone
VA Benefits Consultation
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Ronald Reagan Washington National (8 miles away)
Washington Dulles International (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation & parking
Transportation arrangement
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Guest meals
Low / no sodium
Meals provided
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Room service
Special dietary restrictions
Special dining programs
Activities
Activities off-site
Art classes
Arts and crafts
Book club
Catholic services
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Educational speakers / life long learning
Fitness programs
Games
Gardening club
Happy hour
Jewish services
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Live well programs
Planned day trips
Religious services
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stories
Tai Chi
Nearby Places of Interest
Located in Chevy Chase, Maryland, this neighborhood offers a convenient and vibrant environment for senior living. With multiple cafes like Starbucks and local bakeries such as Tatte Bakery & Cafe within a short distance, residents can enjoy a variety of dining options. For healthcare needs, there are several CVS pharmacies nearby as well as reputable physicians and hospitals like Sibley Memorial Hospital and Children's National Medical Center. In terms of recreational activities, there are lush parks like Rock Creek Park and Meridian Hill Park for leisurely strolls or picnics. The area also provides easy access to public transportation with metro stations like Bethesda Metro Station and Medical Center Metro Station just a few miles away. Additionally, residents have the option to explore various restaurants, theaters like AMC Georgetown 14, and places of worship such as Christ Congregational Church for spiritual enrichment. This neighborhood offers a mix of amenities that cater to the needs and interests of seniors looking for a welcoming community to call home.
Cafes
Starbucks (1 miles)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe (1.3 miles)
Lost Sock Roasters (3.9 miles)
Blue Bottle Coffee (4.3 miles)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe (4.7 miles)
The Coffee Bar (4.8 miles)
Tatte Bakery & Cafe (5.2 miles)
Pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
Transportation
Bethesda Metro Station (1.4 miles)
Medical Center Metro Station (2.4 miles)
Georgia Ave-Petworth Metro Station (3.9 miles)
Forest Glen Metro Station (4.3 miles)
Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station (4.6 miles)
Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro Station (4.8 miles)
Shaw-Howard University Metro Station (5 miles)
Parks
Chevy Chase Park (1.6 miles)
Rock Creek Park (2.1 miles)
Meridian Hill Park (4 miles)
Fort Slocum Park (4 miles)
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park (4.1 miles)
S Street Dog Park (4.4 miles)
Georgetown Waterfront Park (4.5 miles)
Physicians
Foxhall Pediatrics (2.1 miles)
Capitol Medical Group (2.2 miles)
Mary's Center (4.5 miles)
One Medical (4.6 miles)
Children's National - Main Hospital (4.8 miles)
The Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics (4.8 miles)
Hospitals
Sibley Memorial Hospital (2.2 miles)
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (3.7 miles)
Georgetown University Hospital Pasquerilla Center (3.8 miles)
Holy Cross Hospital (4.5 miles)
Medstar Washington Hospital Center (4.7 miles)
Children's National Medical Center (4.8 miles)
Howard University Hospital (4.9 miles)
Restaurants
Cactus Cantina (2.3 miles)
Denizens Brewing Co. (3.7 miles)
McDonald's (3.8 miles)
Georgetown Cupcake (4.3 miles)
Pinstripes (4.4 miles)
Amazing Muncheez (4.4 miles)
George's King of Falafel & Cheesesteak (4.4 miles)
Theaters
AMC Georgetown 14 (4.5 miles)
AMC Montgomery 16 (5.2 miles)
Places of Worship
Christ Congregational Church (5.1 miles)
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (5.2 miles)
Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights offers a range of accommodation options with monthly costs that reflect its premium services and amenities. For a semi-private room, residents can expect to pay $7,860, significantly higher than the average rates of $4,337 in Montgomery County and $3,545 across Maryland. Studio apartments are priced at $9,150, exceeding both county ($5,542) and state averages ($4,656). The facility's two-bedroom units come with a monthly fee of $9,840, while one-bedroom accommodations start at $10,680 - again considerably above local and state benchmarks ($4,530 for two bedrooms in Montgomery County and $3,497 in Maryland; and $4,842 for one bedroom in the county compared to $3,904 statewide). This pricing reflects the enhanced lifestyle offerings and supportive environment that Brighton Gardens provides to its residents.
Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights offers a comprehensive range of features tailored to support residents with dementia or Alzheimer's, enhancing their quality of life and ensuring safety. With 24-hour supervision, caregivers are always available to provide immediate assistance and reassurance. Support for activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and transfers, helps residents maintain dignity while receiving the necessary care for their unique challenges. Coordination with healthcare providers ensures that medical needs are met promptly, while incontinence care promotes comfort and respect. The individualized meal preparation caters to dietary requirements, contributing to nutritional well-being. Medication management aids in adherence to prescribed treatments, crucial for cognitive health. Engaging residents through specialized memory care programming and mental wellness initiatives fosters cognitive engagement and emotional stability. Additionally, physical therapy supports mobility and strength, while transportation arrangements facilitate access to medical appointments when required, ensuring a holistic approach to memory care that prioritizes both physical and emotional well-being.
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1-bedroom apartments
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Activities off-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Dining room
Financing advice
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Guest parking
Handicap accessible
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Laundry
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Overnight guests
Party space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wheelchair accessible showers
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Ronald Reagan Washington National (8 miles away)
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
High acuity care
Hospice care
Incontinence care
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Physical therapy
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Art classes
Book club
Catholic services
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Educational speakers / life long learning
Games
Happy hour
Jewish services
Live dance or theater performances
Live musical performances
Excellent access to healthcare, pharmacies and nearby amenities in Chevy Chase.
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