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Overview of Blakehurst (chestnut Green)

Blakehurst (Chestnut Green) offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care and skilled nursing in Towson, MD. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

With 35 beds, the community is smaller in scale. Residents live in a setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5h 18m per resident per day, representing that amount of daily hands on nurse time for each resident, and rehabilitation services are available for recovery after illness, injury or surgery.

The range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Life Care Services operates Blakehurst (Chestnut Green).

Starting Price $5,271/Month Info Pricing updated on March 5th, 2026

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Overview of Ingleside at King Farm

If you’re looking at Ingleside at King Farm in Rockville, you’re looking at a pretty well-organized facility. It’s located right in the King Farm neighborhood, and with a Walk Score of 73, it’s actually walkable; a rare and appreciated feature for a facility like this. Plus, it’s less than a mile and a half from Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, which is a major comfort factor if health needs shift suddenly.

The facility itself is a 45-bed building managed by the Westminster Ingleside King Farm team. They handle everything from nursing and assisted living to memory care and independent living, which is helpful because you don’t have to move if your care needs change. Their occupancy is at 92.2%, and the average stay is 139 days, suggesting they balance short-term rehab with long-term residents.

Most telling are the care hours: they provide 5 hours and 59 minutes of nursing care per resident every day. That’s a significant amount of attention for a facility this size. Kenya Bryant, the Executive Director, is currently working toward her license as a nursing home administrator, which adds another layer of professional oversight.

Financially, studios start at $3,638 per month, and you can scale up to $5,812 for a two-bedroom unit. They offer one-bedroom and one-bedroom-plus-den options in between, with units reaching up to 1,799 square feet. They accept both Medicare and private pay.

They have a heated indoor pool, a fitness center, and a cultural arts center. There’s an art studio, a library, and a dedicated meditation space. You’ll also find a coffee shop, a wellness center with an on-site doctor, and a courtyard with water features and a fire pit. It’s a pet-friendly community, and they even provide transportation and have a Social Day Program, which makes the whole living experience feel much more connected.

What really stands out, though, are the certifications. They have CARF accreditation, SageCare Platinum, and specific LGBTQ+ Long-Term Care Equality recognition. They’ve also landed on the “Great Place to Work” and “Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services” lists. If you’re prioritizing a place that has a full care continuum, keeps a dense amenity schedule, and has verified, institutional commitments to inclusive care, Ingleside is one of the more credible options in the Rockville area.

Starting Price $3,638/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Althea Woodland Nursing Home

Althea Woodland Nursing Home in Silver Spring, MD, delivers skilled nursing, memory care, hospice support, and short-term respite care. On-site medical oversight remains active 24 hours a day to address ongoing health requirements. Memory care provides a secure environment for individuals prone to wandering, while end-of-life hospice support and short-term respite stays assist primary family caregivers needing temporary coverage.

Established in 1959, the 50-bed property maintains a smaller setting that allows staff to build familiar relationships with residents. In-house physical, occupational, or speech rehabilitation services help individuals recover after hospitalizations or illnesses. Daily hands-on nursing coverage averages 3 hours and 59 minutes per resident. Accepted payment models include Medicare, Medicaid, and private funds.

Prospective residents evaluating long-term care or rehabilitative services in Silver Spring can reach out to Althea Woodland Nursing Home to schedule a walk-through.

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Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks, situated in the peaceful environs of Clinton, Maryland, is known for providing the best care nursing homes. This facility offers residents an ideal place to relax and bask in a warm atmosphere, catering to both sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term nursing home needs.
With round-the-clock skilled nursing care, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks also ensures the highest standards of care in a professional and comforting environment. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance plans, and private pay, making quality care accessible to all. Moreover, their amenities include salon services, Wi-Fi, and cable, creating a space for visitors and socialization. Residents can also enjoy the comfort of luxurious private and semi-private rooms, making this facility a top choice for long-term care in a tranquil setting.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks.

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Overview of Lorien Encore at Turf Valley

A salon and a spa operate inside Lorien Encore at Turf Valley, so grooming does not require a trip to Ellicott City. Meals are served in a dining room. The building holds 110 beds.

Assisted living covers help with daily tasks. Skilled nursing steps up from there for a resident who needs more than help, and a person can shift across the line without leaving the community.

Rehabilitation services are available, and Parkinson’s Wellness runs as a named program. Consider someone living alone after an illness, with nobody to notice a problem that arises in the middle of the afternoon. A recovery stay solves the noticing.

Hospice care changes what gets measured. Improvement stops being the yardstick, and comfort takes its place for a resident with a terminal illness at the end of life.

Respite answers a narrower need: sometimes a person requires somebody in the building rather than therapy or nursing procedures, and a caregiver needs the relief regardless.

Nursing time reaches 3 hours and 58 minutes per resident each day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Lorien-Maryland Health Enterprises operates the community.

Starting Price $6,300/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Sterling Care Rockville Nursing

Sterling Care Rockville Nursing provides nursing home, hospice, palliative, respite, and skilled nursing care in Rockville, Maryland. Nursing home and skilled nursing care offer ongoing support from nursing professionals, while hospice and palliative care center on comfort and symptom management for people with serious illness. Respite care provides short term stays when a usual caregiver needs temporary coverage, so families can arrange support without committing to a permanent change in care.

The combination of nursing, rehabilitation, and respite services may suit someone recovering after a procedure or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. The community opened in 1977 and has 100 beds. Short term rehabilitation includes physical, occupational, and speech therapies, with programs for postoperative recovery, orthopedic rehabilitation, stroke recovery, cardiac care, pulmonary care, wound care, and IV therapy.

A salon is available on site, allowing residents to receive salon services without arranging an outside visit. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families payment paths for covered care or direct payment. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 8 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident across the facility.

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Overview of Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant

Enjoy your best years at Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant, an idyllic retreat in Ellicott City, MD, offering independent living, assisted living, short- and long-term care. The community strives to provide the utmost comfort and safety with beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations. Here, residents have a worry-free lifestyle with plenty of maintenance services and convenient apartment features.

Residents can spend their days as they please with a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. With multiple dining venues, residents enjoy delectable and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Scheduled transportation is also provided for residents’ convenience. This pet-friendly community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its warm and inviting environment.

Price range $331 - $373/Day Info Pricing updated on May 28th, 2026

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Overview of Friends House Retirement Community

Friends House Retirement Community offers nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and continuing care retirement community services in Sandy Spring, MD. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having these care levels together can allow a resident’s care to change without leaving the community.

There are 24 beds. Friends House Retirement Community may be a good fit for someone who prefers a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. The starting rate is $220 per day for a private room and $180 per day for a semi-private room, so the listed difference is tied to the room type.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicaid can matter when savings may not cover a long stay, while Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. Total nurse staffing is 4h 13m per resident per day, representing the combined daily nurse time allocated to each resident.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. Friends House Retirement Community also lists activities, ArtSpace, Community Resources, and the Elephant Shop among its programs and amenities.

$180/Day Info Pricing updated on May 21st, 2026

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Overview of Lorien Mount Airy

Lorien Mount Airy provides nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, nursing care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Mount Airy, MD. Assisted living helps with daily tasks while supporting continued independence. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide clinical nursing support, while home care brings assistance to a person’s home. Hospice care focuses on comfort and support at the end of life, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.

Subacute rehabilitation and short term rehabilitation provide recovery focused care for a limited stay. Tracheotomy care is available for residents who require specialized support for a tracheotomy. On site wellness and therapy programs let residents participate at the community. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 24 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.

The community has 100 beds. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families several confirmed ways to cover care. Suzanne Giangrasso is the director, and Lorien, Maryland Health Enterprises operates the community. A Walk Score of 58 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to complete certain errands independently. The combination of multiple care types and respite care may suit a resident whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.

Price range $173 - $300/Day Info Pricing updated on May 21st, 2026

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Charlestown Community

709 & 721 Maiden Choice Lane, Baltimore, MD 21228
Overview of Charlestown Community

Charlestown Community combines nursing home care and independent living in Baltimore, MD. Nursing home residents have licensed nursing care on site around the clock for ongoing clinical support, while independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, making the community a possible fit for someone comparing these two levels of support in one setting.

The community has 238 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 56 minutes per resident each day, representing the amount of nurse staffing time counted for each resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families listed options for covering care.

A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Exercise is supported by the Fitness Center and Aquatic Center, while the Medical Center, Dental Office, and CVS Pharmacy provide health, dental, and prescription services within the community. Outpatient rehabilitation, resident activities, clubs and groups, education, and transportation are also available, and residents may keep a pet while living there.

Price range $190 - $436/Day Info Pricing updated on May 21st, 2026

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Nursing Homes in Maryland at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maryland. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5