Morningside House of St Charles

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  • Interior

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and elegant curtains.
  • Decor

    A cozy dining room with patterned chairs and paintings on an orange wall.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, lamp, and artwork near large windows.
  • Building

    Front entrance of a hotel building with a covered walkway.
  • Architecture

    A brick building with large windows and landscaped bushes in front.
  • Windows

    A cozy porch featuring two benches adorned with colorful cushions alongside a brick wall and windows.
  • Dining

    A cozy dining area with elegantly framed paintings and neatly arranged tables and chairs.
  • Landscaping

    A well-maintained garden with blooming hydrangeas and shrubs in front of a brick building.
  • Kitchen

    A modern open-concept living room and kitchen area featuring stylish furniture and tile flooring.
  • Lighting

    A long, empty hallway with carpeting and warm lighting.
  • Entrance

    A multi-story building with a clock tower and landscaped entrance.
  • Artwork

    A stylish dining room with a dark wooden table and patterned chairs, complemented by an orange accent wall and framed artwork.
  • Seating Area

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Morningside House of St Charles

70 Village St, Waldorf, MD 20602

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.4 from 69 reviews
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Assisted Living Memory Care

Pricing

Morningside House of St. Charles offers a range of accommodation options, with pricing reflective of both the local market and the broader Maryland landscape. For semi-private rooms, residents can expect a monthly cost of $3,400, which is significantly higher than the county average of $2,671 but slightly lower than the state average of $3,545. Studio apartments are priced at $4,100, evidently surpassing both county and state averages - $3,762 and $4,656 respectively. The one-bedroom units are available for $5,000; again this is higher than Charles County's average of $3,355 and also above Maryland's average of $3,904. Finally, two-bedroom accommodations are offered at $5,500, which starkly contrasts with local and state averages of $3,158 and $3,497 respectively. These figures highlight Morningside House's positioning as a premium option in an area where costs can vary significantly.

Room TypeMorningside House of St CharlesCharles CountyMaryland
Semi-Private$3,400$2,671$3,545
Studio$4,100$3,762$4,656
1 Bedroom$5,000$3,355$3,904
2 Bedrooms$5,500$3,158$3,497

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The staff at Morningside House is friendly, accommodating, and provides excellent care to their residents.
  • pro The facility has a cozy atmosphere and offers spacious and up-to-date rooms for the residents.
  • pro The community offers a variety of activities for the residents to enjoy, such as jenga, cards, and ring toss.
  • pro Morningside House is a safe and clean community, offering a good value for its price.
  • pro The Sales and Marketing Director provided a wonderful experience during the tour, making it the top choice for one reviewer's mom.
  • pro The staff at Morningside House is caring, professional, and treats their residents with respect and understanding.
  • pro The LPN on duty was courteous and provided good service to the reviewer.
  • pro Staff members are very responsive and communicative with families, ensuring that all questions and concerns are addressed promptly.
  • pro The community offers great assistance in locating possible financial help, making it an ideal choice for those seeking affordable options.
  • pro Morningside House of St. Charles provides A+++ treatment to their elderly residents.

Cons

  • pro The doctor at the community has absolutely no bedside manners and there is a lack of transparency in the administration.
  • pro The food was terrible and disappointing.
  • pro There is some deception going on at the facility.
  • pro The communication from the staff is good for COVID but not for family updates.
  • pro The facility smelled bad and had a strong odor.
  • pro There were no activities for the memory care floor, resulting in sedentary behavior and worsening arthritis in residents.
  • pro Management did not respond well to suggestions or concerns.
  • pro It was a frustrating experience for one reviewer, who saw their loved one's condition deteriorate during their stay at the facility.
  • pro The environment seemed older and less active than desired, with a cramped space and outdated procedures.
  • pro The community does not offer the activities that one reviewer's mom is looking for.

Review

Morningside House is a 100% private care facility that has received mixed reviews from residents and their families. On the positive side, the room rent cost is relatively low compared to other options, starting at $3500 per month. The staff attitude is above average, with friendly and accommodating employees who make residents feel comfortable and cared for. The food and facility activities are also rated as above average, providing enjoyable experiences for the residents. Additionally, the location of Morningside House offers easy access to various services in the area.

However, there are several drawbacks mentioned by reviewers. Transparency regarding in-house doctors and prescription billing is lacking, which can be frustrating for families trying to stay informed about their loved ones' medical care. Another concern is a recent hike in rates for 2023, which can put financial strain on families already paying out of pocket. Furthermore, some reviewers point out that there is no option for non-mRNA vaccinations and limited choices for internet and phone providers.

Despite these issues, many reviewers express satisfaction with Morningside House overall. They mention that their loved ones have quickly become comfortable in the facility and made friends with other residents. The staff's friendliness and genuine care are noted as significant positives by several reviewers. However, some express concerns about recent management changes affecting staffing levels and overall care quality.

Reviewers highlight both positive and negative experiences with the medical care provided at Morningside House. While some appreciate the efficient assistance they received when searching for a place for their loved ones, others were disappointed with the lack of transparency from doctors and administration. Communication about medications during hospital stays was particularly problematic for one reviewer.

The community activities offered at Morningside House are enjoyed by some residents, including games like Jenga, cards, ring toss, among others. However, others mention that they were looking for a more active environment.

In terms of cleanliness, opinions vary. While some describe a cozy and clean atmosphere, others mention a lingering odor in the facility. The rooms are generally considered spacious and up-to-date, with the option for residents to personalize them.

Overall, despite some concerns raised by reviewers, Morningside House is recommended as a potential option for families seeking assisted living for their loved ones. The affordability, friendly staff, and satisfactory care provided are the main factors influencing these recommendations. However, families are urged to thoroughly research and visit the facility to determine if it meets their specific needs and expectations.

Features

Housing

  • 99 resident community capacity 99 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Guasts at mealtime Guasts at mealtime
  • Guest parking Guest parking
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Home sale assistance Home sale assistance
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Private cleaning services Private cleaning services
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • TV room TV room
  • Telephone Telephone
  • VA Benefits Consultation VA Benefits Consultation
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 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
  • Companion care Companion care
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice care Hospice care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Personal care assistants Personal care assistants
  • Physical therapy Physical therapy
  • Psychiatric care Psychiatric care
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Arts and crafts Arts and crafts
  • Book club Book club
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking club Cooking club
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Games Games
  • Gardening club Gardening club
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stories Stories
  • Tai Chi Tai Chi
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Description

Morningside House of St Charles in Waldorf, MD is an assisted living community that specializes in memory care. Our community offers studio apartments for housing, providing a comfortable and private living space for residents.

At Morningside House of St Charles, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our residents. Our range of amenities includes air-conditioning to ensure comfort throughout the year, as well as an on-site beautician for convenient grooming services. Residents can enjoy activities and socialization at our cafe and computer center, or participate in devotional services either on-site or off-site.

Our community features indoor and outdoor common areas, including a garden where residents can relax and enjoy nature. We also offer various spaces for parties and gatherings. For residents with specific needs, we provide wheelchair accessibility, handicap-accessible units, and wheelchair accessible showers.

We understand the challenges that may arise when transitioning to an assisted living community, which is why we offer home sale assistance to help alleviate any stress associated with moving. Additionally, our dedicated housekeeping services ensure that our residents' living spaces are always clean and maintained.

Exceptional care services are provided at Morningside House of St Charles. Our staff offers companion care to provide companionship and support to our residents. We also have experienced professionals who specialize in diabetic care, high acuity care, hospice care, incontinence care, medication management, personal care assistance, physical therapy, and psychiatric care.

Dining at Morningside House of St Charles is a delightful experience for our residents. Our professional chef prepares delicious meals that cater to special dietary restrictions such as low/no sodium or no sugar diets. We offer restaurant-style dining with room service options available upon request.

We believe in creating a vibrant lifestyle for our residents through engaging activities. Our community provides a variety of choices including art classes, book clubs, cooking clubs, day trips and outings to explore the surrounding areas. Residents can also enjoy fitness programs, games, gardening clubs, live musical performances, tai chi, wine tasting, and yoga/chair yoga. We accommodate various religious preferences by offering Catholic services, Jewish services, Protestant services and other religious activities.

Morningside House of St Charles is conveniently located near multiple amenities. There are two cafes nearby for residents to visit with friends or family, as well as several parks where they can enjoy outdoor activities. Numerous pharmacies are within close proximity to ensure easy access to medications. Additionally, there are several physicians and restaurants nearby to cater to our residents' medical and dining needs. Places of worship are also a short distance away for spiritual fulfillment and community engagement. Two hospitals in the vicinity provide peace of mind for emergencies or specialized care.

Overall, Morningside House of St Charles offers a warm and inviting environment for memory care residents. Our dedicated care services, wide range of amenities, delicious dining options, and engaging activities create an enriching lifestyle for our residents while ensuring their safety and well-being.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Waldorf, Maryland offers a convenient location with easy access to essential services and amenities. Within close proximity, there are several pharmacies, physicians' offices, and hospitals providing healthcare options for seniors. The variety of restaurants in the area offer diverse dining choices for every palate. Additionally, there are cafes nearby for leisurely coffee outings. For outdoor enthusiasts, there are parks and trails within a short distance, perfect for enjoying nature and staying active. Places of worship are also easily accessible for spiritual fulfillment. Although there is only one theater in the vicinity, entertainment options can be found just a short drive away. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment with convenience and comfort in mind for senior living.

Pharmacies

  • High Street Discount Pharmacy (0.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Care Pharmacies (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)

Physicians

  • Childrens Healthcare Center (0.2 miles)
  • Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics (1.1 miles)
  • William J Levy (1.2 miles)
  • Tahir Sait (1.2 miles)
  • GI Associates of Maryland (1.3 miles)
  • American Radiology Services (1.3 miles)
  • Dr Miller (1.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Tasty Chicken (0.7 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.4 miles)
  • Hooters (1.5 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.5 miles)
  • Chic-Fil-A (1.5 miles)
  • Chicken Rico (1.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Precision Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (1.1 miles)
  • Civista Medical Center (1.2 miles)
  • Um Charles Regional Medical Center (6.4 miles)
  • Charles Regional Medical Center - Kent Building (6.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.8 miles)
  • B Doughnut (6.8 miles)

Parks

  • White Plains Regional Park (2.2 miles)
  • Indian Head Rail Trail (2.7 miles)
  • Pinefield (3.7 miles)
  • Cedarville State Forest (4.9 miles)
  • Bensville Park (6.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Peters Catholic Church (2.4 miles)
  • Lighthouse Baptist Church (4 miles)
  • Lifepoint Church (4.2 miles)
  • St Marys Catholic Church (8 miles)
  • Maryland Gospel Assembly (8.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Xscape 14 (5.3 miles)

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