Assisted Living in Silver Spring, Maryland
A home for five. Not a facility for fifty.
Sunshine is a licensed assisted living home on a quiet residential street in Silver Spring. We care for a maximum of five residents, which means your mother or father is known by name, cared for by the same people every day, and never lost in a crowd.
In a large community, your parent is one of forty. Here, they are one of five.
Most assisted living facilities in Montgomery County are large buildings with 40 to 80 residents. Staff rotate through shifts. Caregivers change from week to week. Call buttons ring, and response times depend on how many other people need help at the same moment.
Sunshine is different by design. We are a real home on a residential street. With never more than five residents, our caregivers do not just manage a caseload — they know each person. They know how your mother takes her tea. They know what time your father likes to sit in the garden. They notice the small changes in mood, appetite, or mobility that a busy facility easily misses.
Five residents, not fifty
No shift rotations where a stranger walks into your parent's room. The caregivers who help them up in the morning are the same ones who serve them lunch and say goodnight.
The same faces every day
Continuity matters deeply for seniors, especially those with memory concerns. Familiar routines and familiar faces build trust and reduce anxiety.
You talk to the owner
You do not navigate an administrative hierarchy or wait for a return call from a corporate office. When you have a question or concern, you speak directly to the person who runs the home.
Everything your parent needs, under one roof
We provide comprehensive, personalized support tailored to each resident's daily routine and wellness requirements.
Everything Your Parent Needs, Under One Roof
Personalized, dignified assistance provided in a warm 5-resident home setting in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Personal Care Assistance
Assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and mobility, delivered with patience and privacy. Care is matched to what each resident can still do for themselves, so independence is supported rather than replaced.
Medication Administration & Pharmacy
Medications are stored securely, organised and administered on schedule by trained staff. We coordinate with pharmacies and visiting physicians and keep families informed of any change.
Three Fresh Home-Cooked Meals Daily
Meals are prepared fresh in our kitchen, adapted for dietary needs and preferences, and eaten together. Snacks and drinks are available throughout the day.
Private & Semi-Private Room Options
Comfortable, well-maintained rooms residents can furnish with their own belongings. Private and semi-private options are available with generous natural daylight.
24/7 Awake Caregiver Supervision
Trained caregivers are awake and on site around the clock, ready to respond immediately at any hour of the day or night.
Housekeeping, Linens & Personal Laundry
Rooms cleaned, linens changed and personal laundry handled as part of daily care. Nothing extra to arrange or pay for.
Coordinated Physician & Nurse Visits
We coordinate regular visits with mobile physicians, visiting nurses, physical therapists, and local medical specialists so families do not need to take time off work for every routine appointment.
Daily Activities, Companionship & Memory Support
Conversation, shared meals, television, music, time in the garden and simple daily routine. The isolation many older adults face at home is often the first thing families notice improving.
The right level of support, from the start
Before anyone moves into Sunshine, we conduct an in-person assessment to understand their needs, their routine, and whether our home is the right environment for them.
Personal Care (Levels 1–3)
From light daily help with meals and medication reminders to hands-on assistance with dressing, bathing, and mobility. As needs change, care adjusts without moving rooms.
Memory Support
For seniors with mild-to-moderate cognitive impairment or early-stage dementia. The small, structured setting with low stimulation and consistent caregivers helps reduce confusion and agitation.
Respite & Short-Term Stays
Short-term stays when a family caregiver needs a break, is traveling, or when a senior needs support recovering after a hospital stay before returning home.
Hospice Coordination
We work closely with local hospice agencies so residents can receive compassionate, dignified end-of-life care in a familiar, comfortable home rather than an institution.
We only accept residents we know we can care for safely and well.
If your parent requires skilled nursing, active medical equipment, or care beyond what a residential home can provide, we will tell you directly during the assessment and help point you in the right direction.
Straight answers on cost
Assisted living costs in Montgomery County are often confusing, with base rates that do not include the care your parent actually needs. We keep our pricing clear and upfront.
Semi-Private Room
A comfortable shared bedroom in a licensed residential home. Includes 24/7 care, all meals, medication management, and housekeeping.
Private Room
A private bedroom with full access to all common areas. Includes 24/7 care, all meals, medication management, and housekeeping.
What is not included
Prescription medications, specialized medical supplies (incontinence supplies, wound dressings), outside physician visits, and outside therapy services are billed separately by the respective providers.
Payment methods we work with
Who we are a good fit for
A 5-resident home is the right answer for many families, but not for everyone. We want you to be confident that Sunshine is the right choice before you make a decision.
We are a strong fit if your parent:
We may not be the right fit if your parent:
What a normal day actually looks like
Routines create comfort. Here is the rhythm of a typical day at Sunshine.
Gentle start & breakfast
Gentle wake-up at each resident's own pace. Morning personal care and hygiene. Morning medications administered. Fresh hot breakfast served family-style at the dining table.
Activity & fresh lunch
Morning activity — music, garden stroll, light exercises, conversation. Freshly prepared lunch. Afternoon quiet time, rest or nap in their own room.
Dinner & relaxing wind-down
Afternoon snack and tea. Family visits or phone calls. Home-cooked dinner together. Evening wind-down — television, reading, quiet music. Evening medications and bedtime routine.
24/7 awake supervision
Awake staff on duty through the night. Regular checks for safety, comfort, and toileting assistance. Immediate response to any call or sound.
See the home before you decide
These are real photographs of Sunshine. No stock images, no renderings. If you want to see more, come and visit.
The front sitting room
Spacious common lounge with leather sectional sofa, ottoman, and quiet reading nook.
A private bedroom
Comfortable bedroom accommodations with floral quilts, recliner chair, and natural sunlight.
The dining area
Glass top dining table with leather high-back chairs where fresh home-cooked meals are shared.
The garden
Smooth barrier-free concrete walkway with safety railings, green hedges, and privacy fencing.
What families say
Real feedback from families who placed their trust in Sunshine.
“Moving my mother from a 60-bed facility to Sunshine was the best decision we made. She is finally known by name, eats real home-cooked meals every day, and her anxiety has completely settled.”
“The 24/7 awake staff gives our entire family peace of mind. Whenever I visit or call, the owner answers directly and knows exactly how my dad's day went.”
“The home is immaculate, quiet, and full of warmth. You can feel the difference the moment you step through the front door compared to big corporate facilities.”
Frequently asked questions
Clear, honest answers to the questions families ask us most often.
1. How much does assisted living cost in Silver Spring, MD?
2. Do you have rooms available right now?
3. How many residents live at Sunshine?
4. Are you licensed by the State of Maryland?
5. Is staff awake overnight?
6. Can you care for someone with dementia or memory loss?
7. Do you accept Medicaid or long-term care insurance?
8. What geographical areas do you serve?
9. How quickly can someone move in?
10. Can we visit before deciding?
Come and see the house
The best way to know if Sunshine is right for your mother or father is to walk through the front door, meet our caregivers, and see how the home feels in person. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Come and See the House
The best way to know whether Sunshine is right for your parent is to walk through the front door. Visits take about thirty minutes. There is no pressure and no obligation.