2026 Senior Health & Aging Resources in Chevy Chase & Montgomery County

A Complete Guide to Care, Community, and Caregiver Support

As we age, having access to trusted healthcare providers, supportive community programs, and reliable caregiver resources becomes essential. Seniors in Chevy Chase and Montgomery County are fortunate to live in an area rich with specialized medical services, aging-in-place programs, and family caregiver support.

Whether you’re managing chronic conditions, planning ahead, or caring for a loved one, this updated 2026 guide highlights the most valuable local resources available.

Senior-Focused Healthcare Providers

Chevy Chase offers several primary care and geriatric-focused practices designed specifically for older adults.

MedStar Health Primary Care at Chevy Chase
Provides comprehensive primary care for adults, including preventive services, routine exams, chronic condition management (diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol), vaccinations, and referrals to MedStar specialists as needed.

Dr. Tracie Lanter (MDVIP – Chevy Chase, MD)
A personalized, membership-based primary care model emphasizing preventive medicine and individualized wellness planning.

Complete Concierge Care
A concierge-style medical practice located at Sibley, offering coordinated primary and geriatric care with a focus on proactive wellness and personalized attention.

Hospitals with Specialized Senior Services

When advanced or hospital-based care is needed, these facilities offer strong geriatric programs:

• Suburban Hospital – Geriatric evaluation, emergency services, rehabilitation, and chronic disease management.
• Sibley Memorial Hospital – Senior wellness, post-operative rehabilitation, and outpatient recovery programs.
• MedStar Center for Successful Aging – Multidisciplinary geriatric care, memory support, and complex condition management.

Home Healthcare & Aging in Place Support

Many seniors prefer to remain at home, and Montgomery County offers excellent support options.

• Griswold Home Care for Chevy Chase
  Non-medical home care, including personal care, companionship, respite for family caregivers, assistance with daily activities (ADLs), and transportation support.
• BAYADA Home Health Care
  Skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and home health aide services are delivered in the home.
• Aging Well Eldercare & Care Management Services
  Professional assessments, care coordination, advocacy, and long-term planning assistance.

Caregiver Support & Respite Services

Family caregivers are the backbone of senior care, and support is available.

Respite Coordination through The Arc Montgomery County

The Arc provides respite care coordination for unpaid primary caregivers, including those caring for frail seniors age 60+ living in the same household.

Respite gives caregivers temporary relief, whether for a few hours, a day, or occasional weekends, allowing time to rest, attend appointments, or manage personal responsibilities.

The Arc does not directly provide in-home caregivers. Instead, they coordinate access to approved respite providers and adult day programs that match individual needs.

Services include:

• Short-term caregiver relief
• Connection to vetted respite providers
• Application and eligibility guidance
• County-funded support (subject to availability)

📞 To learn more: 301-984-5777

Dementia Support: The GUIDE Program

The GUIDE Model (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) is a Medicare initiative designed to better support individuals living with dementia and their caregivers.

Participating providers may offer:

• Dedicated care navigators
• Coordinated medical and community services
• Caregiver education and training
• Respite support
• 24/7 access to guidance

For local GUIDE support through PocketRN, call:

📞 872-233-4490

This program helps reduce caregiver burnout while improving the quality of care for those living with dementia.

Montgomery County Aging Resources

A great place to start for general senior services is the Montgomery County Information & Resource Line:

📞 240-777-3000

Additional valuable programs include:

• Commission on Aging resources and the Life Transitions As We Age Toolkit
• Adult Protective Services & Elder Abuse Prevention
• Mental Health Support:
  • Crisis Center: 240-777-4000
  • Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
  • Non-crisis support: 240-770-3000
• Senior Call Check Program (daily well-being calls)
• Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use
• Consumer Protection (fraud/scam assistance): 240-777-0311
• MetroAccess
• Connect-A-Ride

Staying Active & Connected

Healthy aging includes social engagement and lifelong learning.

• Senior Planet Montgomery (technology education)
• Oasis Metropolitan DC
• Montgomery County Public Libraries
• Montgomery Parks recreation programs
• Ride On Montgomery County (accessible transportation)
• Local Village Networks supporting aging in place

Village programs provide volunteer-driven transportation, social activities, and neighborly support to help older adults remain connected to their communities.

Supporting Seniors at Every Stage

Montgomery County provides a comprehensive network of healthcare, home care, caregiver support, and community-based services designed to help older adults thrive.

From hospital-based geriatric programs and in-home care to respite coordination through The Arc and dementia support through the GUIDE Model, families have access to meaningful support at every stage of aging.

If you or a loved one needs guidance, start by calling 240-777-3000 or reaching out to local providers directly to explore available options.

Aging well is possible, and in Montgomery County, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Griswold Home Care for Chevy Chase

At Griswold Home Care for Chevy Chase, we understand that navigating senior care can feel overwhelming. Whether your family needs companionship, personal care, respite support, or guidance connecting with programs like The Arc or the GUIDE Model, our team is here to help.

We proudly serve seniors and families throughout Chevy Chase, Bethesda, and Montgomery County, providing compassionate, non-medical home care that allows older adults to age safely and confidently in the comfort of their home.

If you’re unsure where to start, we’re happy to be your resource.

📞 Contact Griswold Home Care for Chevy Chase at 301-949-3824 to learn how we can support your family.

About the Author:

Tanya Henry, Lead Care Coordinator

Tanya brings over 12 years of experience in customer service and support to her role at Griswold. As a Senior Customer Advisor in an independent living facility, she gained firsthand insight into the importance of thoughtful planning, family involvement, and strong community support when it comes to aging with dignity. Today, she uses that expertise to help older adults who wish to age in place, carefully matching them with skilled caregivers and guiding both clients and caregivers through the transition to care at home.