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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
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| Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Frederick (Ballenger Creek Center) | 130
Facility
130
MD AVG
137
Rank
#47 / 114 |
87.8%
Facility
87.8%
MD AVG
82.4%
Rank
#47 / 113 | +7% | 3.16
Facility
3.16
MD AVG
3.77
Rank
#82 / 111 | -18% | -16% | $0
Facility
$0
MD AVG
$65.0k
Rank
#1 / 113 | 59
Facility
59
MD AVG
49.9
Rank
#81 / 113 | 19.7
Facility
19.7
MD AVG
12.8
Rank
#98 / 113 | 2
Facility
2
MD AVG
1.0 | 118 |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
45
Rank
#70 / 109 | 347 Ballenger Holdco LLC | $21.0M
Facility
$21.0M
MD AVG
$18.7M
Rank
#48 / 113 | $8.5M
Facility
$8.5M
MD AVG
$6.5M
Rank
#58 / 113 | 40.4%
Facility
40.4%
MD AVG
38.5%
Rank
#83 / 113 | 215001 | ||||
| Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Walkersville | 124
Facility
124
MD AVG
137
Rank
#52 / 114 |
89.3%
Facility
89.3%
MD AVG
82.4%
Rank
#38 / 113 | +8% | 3.48
Facility
3.48
MD AVG
3.77
Rank
#53 / 111 | +7% | -8% | $37.3k
Facility
$37.3k
MD AVG
$65.0k
Rank
#96 / 113 | 75
Facility
75
MD AVG
49.9
Rank
#99 / 113 | 18.8
Facility
18.8
MD AVG
12.8
Rank
#96 / 113 | 1
Facility
1
MD AVG
1.0 | 111 |
39
Facility
39
MD AVG
45
Rank
#65 / 109 | Cassandra Weaver | $19.2M
Facility
$19.2M
MD AVG
$18.7M
Rank
#52 / 113 | $7.7M
Facility
$7.7M
MD AVG
$6.5M
Rank
#70 / 113 | 40.4%
Facility
40.4%
MD AVG
38.5%
Rank
#83 / 113 | 215313 |
Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek is the perfect nursing home to receive good care. It’s composed of a professional care staff who brings not only excellence to the recovery of every senior; residents can genuinely feel the high- end quality of care in a nurturing environment.
Expect nothing but quality when it comes to their service: an advanced level of recovery found by the support of a psychiatrist, a wound care specialist, and a physiatrist; 24/7 skilled nursing; speech, physical, and occupational therapy; restorative care, bereavement counseling, diabetes management, and track management care.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek 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 Ballenger Creek.
Overview of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley
Situated within the scenic neighborhood of Walkersville, Maryland, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley provides seniors with a picturesque environment and spacious grounds to enjoy. This facility is staffed with dedicated professionals, offering a spectrum of services, including subacute rehabilitation, skilled nursing home care, memory care living, and long-term care. It stands as a secure and supportive place where seniors can confidently access the assistance they need.
With board-certified specialists in-house and an interdisciplinary approach to care, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley ensures comprehensive support for its residents. The facility features a secure memory care unit and provides services such as tailored exercise plans to maintain seniors’ range of motion, as well as tactile and multi-sensory stimulation. Furthermore, this community offers an array of engaging activities and amenities, including gourmet dining, luxurious amenities like plush robes, and electronics. The outdoor spaces provide opportunities for socialization with visitors as well, making it not only a comfortable but also a highly esteemed home for seniors.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Glade Valley 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 Glade Valley.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
01
Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
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Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
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Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
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Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Walkersville, MD
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maryland?
Assisted living in Maryland is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Maryland Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — Maryland Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 2 nursing homes in Walkersville, MD. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in Walkersville, MD?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Walkersville, MD, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Walkersville, MD?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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