Getting Started with Senior Living in Lanham, MD
Explore what senior living at Arbor Terrace Senior Living looks like, from care options and lifestyle details to preparing for your move with confidence. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Learn About Living Options
Understanding the difference between care levels is the first step to making an informed decision. Arbor Terrace Senior Living offers two care options on one campus, each designed to meet the specific needs of our residents.
Assisted Living
Get the personalized support you need while continuing to live an active, fulfilling life in a vibrant community you'll be proud to call home. Our assisted living program in Lanham is built around your preferences, routines, and goals, with a caring team that has been here for years and plans to stay.
Memory Care
Our Evergreen memory care neighborhood provides a secure, nurturing environment for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Thoughtfully designed to reduce confusion and promote comfort, it's a place where every resident is seen, known, and genuinely cared for.
Understand Value & Costs
Senior living is more than just an apartment. It's a complete lifestyle with services, care, and amenities all built in. At Arbor Terrace Senior Living, we've streamlined costs to make them as predictable as possible, consolidating all typical home expenses into one straightforward monthly rate.
Our Amenities at a Glance
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Award-winning chef-prepared dining with rotating seasonal menus
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Weekly housekeeping and linen services
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All utilities included
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Scheduled transportation throughout Lanham, Bowie, College Park, and surrounding Prince George's County
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SingFit music therapy, resident-led clubs, and a full calendar of social, wellness, and creative programs
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Indoor aviaries, courtyards, and direct access to local walking trails
Cost Comparison Tool
Understand the true costs of senior living versus the costs of aging in place. Many families are surprised to find that senior living at Arbor Terrace Senior Living is more affordable than they expected, especially when you factor in everything that is included.
Prepare for Your Move
Preparing for a move into senior living involves more than packing boxes. It's about making sure the transition is as smooth as possible for both the resident and their loved ones. At Arbor Terrace Senior Living, we provide all the support you need to make this step feel manageable and even exciting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Some common signs include difficulty managing daily tasks like cooking, bathing, or medication management, increased feelings of loneliness or isolation, a recent fall or ongoing safety concerns at home, and family members feeling the strain of care coordination. If any of these feel familiar, a conversation with our team is a great first step.
Assisted living supports residents who need help with daily activities while maintaining as much independence as possible. Our Evergreen memory care neighborhood provides a secure, structured environment specifically designed for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, with programming and physical spaces purpose-built for their needs. Our team can help determine the right fit based on your loved one's current situation.
Yes. Because we offer both assisted living and memory care on one campus, residents can transition as their needs evolve without leaving the community, the staff, or the relationships they have built. That continuity of familiar faces and surroundings is one of the most meaningful things we offer families.
No. There is no large upfront buy-in fee at Arbor Terrace Senior Living. Residents pay a monthly rate that covers care, amenities, dining, and services. We are happy to walk you through exactly what is included so you can plan with full confidence.
The timeline varies based on availability and each family's situation, but our team works to make the process as smooth and timely as possible. Once you have decided Arbor Terrace Senior Living is the right fit, we will guide you through every step, from paperwork to move-in day and beyond.
Just yourself, and any family members or trusted friends you would like to include. It helps to come with questions about care levels, costs, daily life, and the team. Many families find that joining a meal during their visit gives them the best sense of what life at Arbor Terrace Senior Living really feels like.
Because Arbor Terrace Senior Living offers both assisted living and memory care on one campus, residents can transition between levels of care without leaving the community. Our team monitors each resident's wellbeing closely and works with families to make any care transitions as smooth and well-supported as possible.
We actively include families throughout the move-in process and beyond. From care plan conversations to regular communication about daily life and wellbeing, we treat family members as partners in care. We also welcome families to join residents for meals, activities, and community events as often as they like.
The simplest first step is to reach out to our team or schedule a tour. We will answer your questions, walk you through the community, and help you understand your options without any pressure. Many families find that a single visit, especially one that includes a meal, gives them everything they need to move forward with confidence.
Let's Talk About Your Future
Our local senior living advisors live and work right here in the Lanham and Prince George's County area. They've helped hundreds of families in Bowie, College Park, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, and beyond navigate this journey with clarity and confidence. They are ready to answer every question you have.
