Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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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.
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
61% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
32% of new residents, often for short stays.
7% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
1.6 miles from city center
347 Ballenger Center Dr, Frederick, MD 21703
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Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 21 | 8 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 41 | 8.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 91 | 7.7 | Yes |
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 63 | 28 | 91 | 21,283 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 28 | 13 | 41 | 10,793 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 9 | 21 | 3,944 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 7 | 0 | 7 | 2,918 | 84 | 92% | 7.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,426 | 72 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,004 | 83 | 91% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 926 | 71 | 78% | 7.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 864 | 72 | 79% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 677 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 524 | 63 | 69% | 8.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 68 | 75% | 7.5 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 505 | 62 | 68% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 501 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 500 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 267 | 37 | 41% | 6.9 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 217 | 26 | 29% | 8.3 |
Source: CMS Health Citations (Nov 2018 – Jun 2025)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Environmental | F0908 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | F | Infection Control | F0887 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | F | Nutrition | F0812 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0686 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0740 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0636 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0637 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | E | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0557 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0558 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Jun 30, 2025 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0600 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | F | Abuse/Neglect | F0607 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0610 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Administration | F0865 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Infection Control | F0880 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Nursing Services | F0711 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | F | Nursing Services | F0730 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | C | Nursing Services | F0732 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0756 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Pharmacy | F0758 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | J | Pharmacy | F0760 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0679 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Quality of Care | F0680 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | E | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | G | Quality of Care | F0689 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0641 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0655 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | E | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | E | Care Planning | F0657 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | B | Resident Rights | F0573 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0578 | Corrected |
| Nov 15, 2022 | D | Resident Rights | F0585 | Corrected |
| Nov 19, 2018 | E | Administration | F0867 | Corrected |
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)
Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline
Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence
Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.
Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ballenger Creek based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
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