Sunrise of Frederick sits at 990 Waterford Drive in Frederick, Maryland, offering different levels of care, so people can move in when they still want independence and get more help as needs change. The community has independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing options as well as short-term respite stays and hospice. The memory care building is separate and secure, using technology like wandering alert bracelets and alarms, so folks with Alzheimer's or dementia stay safe, which brings peace of mind. You'll see 24-hour staff, a nurse on site, and a doctor on call, with awake staff ready at all hours, and personalized care plans help each resident according to their needs, whether that means light standby help, diabetes care, two-person lifts, or managing injections and medications.
The building is pet-friendly and lets people keep dogs or cats in their rooms-some which are private studios, one-bedroom apartments, or semi-private suites, some furnished, some not, all with emergency call systems, lots of closet space, and private bathrooms. There are cozy fireplaces, common rooms with pianos and TVs, retro diner-style dining rooms, reading and activity rooms, and a warm dining room with windows and natural light as well as raised gardening beds and a patio garden. The landscaping's well kept, and the place has walking paths outdoors, plus a sitting room with comfortable chairs for relaxing. Residents can join in a busy schedule of things to do, like yoga, art and educational classes, intergenerational activities, field trips, gardening, karaoke, pet programs, games, and live well classes under the watch of a full-time activity director.
Meals come in many forms-restaurant-style dining, room service, guest meals, café/bistro, all meant to fit diets like low-salt, low-sugar, gluten-free, vegan, or regular, and dining rooms have both booths and tables. There are devotional and religious services on and off site, including Catholic services. Transportation goes out to appointments and errands, sometimes free, sometimes at cost, and social outings help everyone stay active. Housekeeping staff handle cleaning, laundry, and dry cleaning for residents, so they don't have to worry about chores. Sunrise of Frederick can care for those with incontinence, heavy medical needs, or behavioral challenges, and has hospice and aging-in-place, so residents can stay even as their needs increase. Amenities cover internet service, elevators, wheelchair access, beautician and barber shop, pharmacy support for things like insulin, and stand-by or full assisted transfers for getting up, moving around, or getting help in and out of bed or the shower.
The memory care building is designed specifically to limit confusion and prevent wandering, with soft lights, private suites, personal touches, and a layout meant for easy navigation. Staff get special training for dementia and behavior management, and activities are set up to keep minds and bodies moving. People say the atmosphere feels welcoming and warm-folks notice the friendly staff and how easily they help with both big and small concerns, so residents feel looked after without pressure, because life can carry on as they need it, with room for visitors, a sense of community, and plenty of spaces to sit together or alone. The location is open and staffed 24/7, with programs and support grounded in research and ongoing care for senior health, and the flexible living options mean that whether someone needs a short break, a helping hand, or more steady support each day, those needs can be met calmly and respectfully.
