Jarher Senior Center in Rockville, MD

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  • Interior

    A cozy lounge area with chairs and tables, designed for relaxation or waiting.

  • Building

    A serene spot with a bench surrounded by blooming flowers next to a building.

  • Windows

    Festive holiday greetings displayed on windows, spreading cheer in the community.

  • Landscaping

    A well-designed outdoor fitness area featuring multiple exercise stations amidst a lush green setting.

  • Lighting

    A spacious conference room set up with tables and chairs, ready for a meeting or presentation.

  • Garden

    A view of a well-maintained vegetable garden with a nearby shed and fenced area.

  • Outdoor

    A tranquil garden scene featuring blooming azaleas and a charming gazebo surrounded by lush greenery.

Jarher Senior Center in Rockville, MD

Jarher Senior Center is an assisted living and memory care community in Rockville, MD.

Information last verified:

1335 Piccard Drive, Rockville, MD 20850

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.8 from 104 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
15
3 stars
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2 stars
1
1 stars
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Overall Review of Jarher Senior Center

differentiator 19 reviews mention this

Activities and fitness are a focus

The most consistent resident mentions center on classes, fitness, and regular group activities.

Residents highlight frequent opportunities to stay active, from exercise classes and fitness programming to recurring group get-togethers like bingo. Several reviewers also describe a dedicated gym experience with classes and equipment, along with spaces for workshops and other structured programming. The center is repeatedly described as having enough on-site options to visit for years and keep a steady routine.

common 12 reviews mention this

Staff and volunteers feel welcoming

Many reviewers describe the staff and volunteers as friendly, respectful, and supportive.

A recurring theme is how pleasant and considerate people are at the center. Multiple reviews praise the tone of day-to-day interactions, describing service as warm and thoughtful, and highlighting staff and volunteers as part of why people enjoy going. Reviews also include praise for how the community accommodates different kinds of seniors and visitors.

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Dining and lunch are available

Residents mention meals like lunch and dinner being available on-site.

Several reviewers note that the center provides meals, including dinner and lunch. One review specifically mentions lunch/meals available, and another describes enjoying a healthy lunch. This lines up with the community offering meals and special diets as part of dining options residents use.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Parking access needs planning

Some visitors say getting to the front involves navigating around the building.

A few reviewers describe confusion about where to park to reach the front, recommending that you drive around to find the correct entrance. Another review repeats the same point, advising visitors not to park in the front and to use the back instead. While the facility itself is described positively, these comments suggest new arrivals may need a quick orientation to avoid extra hassle.

common 6 reviews mention this

Events and parties are supported

Reviewers describe using the space for events, parties, and conferences.

Beyond daily activities, multiple reviews mention attending or hosting events at the center, including birthday parties and gatherings. Several reviewers also describe booking or using the space for group meetups and conferences. The community’s on-site rooms and venue setup appear to be a practical fit for these types of occasions.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes become a section.

Features

Housing

  • 38 resident community capacity 38 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Washington Dulles International (19 miles away) Washington Dulles International (19 miles away)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (19 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (19 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Occupational Health Consultants (0.7 miles)
  • The Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics (0.7 miles)
  • Potomac Pediatrics (1 miles)
  • Family Allergy & Asthma Care (3.3 miles)
  • Tibor E Frekko (3.4 miles)
  • Kane Howard MD (3.6 miles)
  • Potomac Valley Pediatrics (3.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Cava (0.8 miles)
  • Dulcinea Bar and Grill (1 miles)
  • Guapo S Gaithersburg (1.3 miles)
  • Yard House (1.5 miles)
  • Uncle Julio's (1.5 miles)
  • Peter's Grill (1.7 miles)
  • Sichuan Pavilion (1.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Safeway Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.9 miles)
  • Silver Diner (1.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center (1.2 miles)
  • Holy Cross Germantown Hospital (6.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Shady Grove Metro Station (1.3 miles)
  • Rockville Metro Station (2.2 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (3.5 miles)
  • Twinbrook Metro Station (4.2 miles)
  • Nextcar Gaithersburg South (4.2 miles)
  • Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station (6.5 miles)
  • Germantown MARC Station (6.9 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC DINE-IN Rio Cinemas 18 (1.3 miles)
  • AMC Montgomery 16 (5.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Rockville Evangelical Mission (1.9 miles)
  • Church of the Redeemer (5.2 miles)
  • Saint Andrew Kim Catholic Church (7.4 miles)

Parks

  • Bohrer Park (2.2 miles)
  • Rock Creek Regional Park (2.6 miles)
  • Falls Road Park (2.8 miles)
  • Aberdeen Park (4.3 miles)
  • Winding Creek Local Park (5.8 miles)
  • Georgian Forest Park & Tennis Courts (6.7 miles)
  • South Germantown Recreational Park (7.5 miles)

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