Artis Senior Living of Potomac

    8301 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20817
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Warm, safe, personalized dementia care

    I moved my mother here and we've been very pleased. The staff-especially Lauren, Nancy and Wende Oubda-are caring, responsive and know residents by name; nurses, caregivers and housekeepers are professional and attentive. The facility is beautiful, spotless and nicely appointed with lovely patio gardens and courtyard; meals are enjoyable and activities (exercise, music, baking, gardening and memory-focused programs) keep residents engaged. Move-in and transitions were smooth, care is personalized with strong dementia expertise, and it feels like a warm, safe, family-friendly community I'd recommend.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    4.59·(41)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      4.3
    • Amenities

      4.4
    • Value

      3.4

    Pros

    • Compassionate, person-centered staff
    • Strong memory-care expertise and dementia programming
    • Responsive move-in and transition support
    • Engaging activity offerings (exercise, music, baking, gardening)
    • Well-maintained, modern facility
    • Attractive outdoor spaces and courtyards
    • Home-like, tastefully decorated living areas
    • Accessible nursing and leadership presence
    • Family-friendly reception and concierge services
    • Safe environment that supports resident autonomy
    • Clean, well-appointed common areas
    • Personalized care planning and attention to preferences

    Cons

    • Inconsistent staff performance across shifts
    • Variable management responsiveness and leadership stability
    • Inconsistent meal quality and dining experience
    • High cost relative to room size and included amenities
    • Restrictive or limited visitor accommodations
    • Gaps in clinical support and medication-management continuity
    • Operational cost-control measures affecting service consistency
    • Staffing instability and elevated vacancy indicators

    Summary of reviews

    Overall impression: The facility is frequently described as a well-kept, modern community with a strong emphasis on memory care and person-centered services. Families and residents commonly praise the warmth and compassion of direct-care staff, the accessibility of nursing and leadership, and the tailored approach to dementia needs. The environment is often characterized as calm, safe, and home-like, with tastefully decorated living spaces and attractive outdoor areas that support walking and nature activities.

    Care and staff: Care quality is generally framed positively, particularly in memory-care programming and individualized engagement. Reviewers highlight patient, hands-on caregivers, personalized transition coaching, and staff who know residents by name. Several reviewers singled out specific clinical and leadership staff for praise (nurses, directors, activity leaders). At the same time, there are indications of variability in staff performance depending on shift or team; some comments point to gaps in training or responsiveness during certain shifts and concerns about clinical-support continuity. A small number of reviewers described serious concerns about staff conduct and resident treatment; these are significant allegations that prospective families should investigate directly with the community.

    Dining and activities: Activity programming is a clear strength, with regular exercise classes, music, dancing, cooking/baking sessions, gardening, and movie or themed events. Activities are described as creative and engaging and contribute to a family-like atmosphere. Dining impressions are mixed: many families compliment meals, special touches (cookies, hot chocolate, prepared soups), and responsive dietary attention, but others note inconsistent meal quality and dissatisfaction with specific dining experiences. Prospective residents should confirm current menus, sample meals, and ask about consistency and special-diet accommodations.

    Facilities and setting: The building and grounds are repeatedly described as new, clean, and well maintained, with single-floor memory-care areas, easy navigation, patios, courtyards, and garden spaces that support outdoor exercise and socialization. Several families appreciate the convenient location and thoughtful common-area design. Conversely, some reviewers expressed concern about room size versus cost, describing small private rooms that may not align with the higher monthly fee; clarify square footage and what is included in pricing when evaluating options.

    Management and operational patterns: Leadership receives both praise and criticism across reviews. Many families commend engaged leadership, responsive front-office staff, and a welcoming concierge. However, there are also substantive complaints about administrative responsiveness, perceived corner-cutting, and inconsistent management communication. Visitor accommodations and policies are another area of divergence: some visitors describe a family-friendly reception, while others experienced restrictive visitor access or limited private seating for guests. Additional operational concerns include staffing stability and vacancy indicators that may affect service continuity, and occasional descriptions of gaps in medical-support processes and night-shift coverage.

    Recommendation and next steps: For families considering this community, the balance of evidence suggests a strength in memory-care programming, compassionate direct-care staff, and an attractive physical campus. At the same time, prospective residents should verify current staffing patterns (including night coverage), request recent dining menus and meal-sampling opportunities, review room sizes and pricing inclusions, and ask for specifics about visitor policies and clinical escalation procedures. If possible, speak with multiple families or recent move-ins and request written information on staffing ratios, recent occupancy trends, and incident/complaint handling to assess alignment with your priorities.

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    Location

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    Artis Senior Living of Potomac is located at 8301 River Rd, Potomac, MD, 20817.

    About Artis Senior Living of Potomac

    Artis Senior Living of Potomac offers care for seniors, especially those with memory challenges like Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, in a safe and bright community set in a quiet residential neighborhood overlooking Cabin John Creek and Trails, which gives people a calming and pleasant view from the windows and outdoor areas. The building's design focuses on supporting people with dementia, giving more than 10,000 square feet of secure indoor space where residents can walk, socialize, and enjoy different activities without feeling lost or unsafe, and the spaces show attention to comfort with things like gardens, outdoor areas with umbrellas, and cozy indoor spots for crafts, dining, and resting. Residents here get 24-hour care from trained nurses and a team who treat everyone with kindness, imagination, and respect, trying to create a routine that fits each person's unique history and interests, which helps people feel like they belong and matter, and the staff puts a lot of value on empathy, integrity, and teamwork.

    Programs at Artis Senior Living of Potomac cover both assisted living and memory care, meaning active seniors can get help with daily tasks, while others with memory problems get specialized support designed for dementia and aging. Life enrichment activities focus on positive routines, things that bring joy, and activities based on what each resident likes to do, which might be simple crafts, time outside, or spending time with friends in the living room or multi-purpose spaces. The culinary team makes sure everyone enjoys nourishing meals, letting residents eat together and feel at home around the table. Articles, caregiver tips, and educational resources help families and staff learn about travel, dental care, communication with people who have dementia, and even technology that can support memory loss. People can access online tours, view community photos, browse an events calendar, and read blog posts through resources provided by Dementia Map and Alzheimer's Speaks LLC, who operate this facility.

    The Artis Way, which guides care here, follows the belief that well-being includes good sleep, healthy food, movement, time outdoors, friendships, and having fun, so the whole place aims to support people's minds and bodies, not just their basic care needs. Staff build structure and routine for residents that respect their personalities and memories, which helps reduce confusion and encourage moments of celebration, comfort, and trust. The environment invites family participation and helps foster connection, and the leadership keeps improving how they do things, focusing on thoughtful changes to keep quality high and make people feel safe and connected. The simple mission is to honor yesterday and celebrate today, so residents can live with comfort, purpose, and as much joy as possible, with everything from amenities to caregiving focused on making daily life a little brighter and a little easier.

    About Artis Senior Living

    Artis Senior Living of Potomac is managed by Artis Senior Living.

    Founded in 2012 by the Bainum family, Artis Senior Living operates 25 memory care and assisted living communities across 11 states from their McLean, Virginia headquarters. Specializing in Alzheimer's and dementia care, they focus on helping residents achieve purpose, belonging, and joy through "The Artis Way."

    People often ask...

    Artis Senior Living of Potomac offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $2,850 per month.

    Artis Senior Living of Potomac offers assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

    There are 17 photos of Artis Senior Living of Potomac on Mirador.

    The full address for this community is 8301 River Rd, Potomac, MD 20817.

    No, Artis Senior Living of Potomac does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Safety & Compliance

    In Maryland, the Department of Health's Office of Health Care Quality licenses assisted living programs and publishes the results of its surveys and complaint investigations.

    License number282
    Facility typeAssisted Living Level 3
    Capacity72 residents
    EffectiveMarch 1st, 2022
    Special certificationAlzheimer's Care: Moderate
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