Maryland average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 2024

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Tucked in the historic town of Cambridge, Maryland, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods offers seniors an idyllic retreat with a vibrant, active community. This home provides a spectrum of services, including subacute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care nursing home options, tailored to individual needs.
In addition to specialized care such as IV therapy, stroke recovery, colostomy care, podiatry services, and bariatric patient support, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods is mindful of nursing home prices. They strive to provide a comprehensive and affordable solution for seniors as they accept a variety of insurances. Alongside modern amenities like Wi-Fi and cable, residents can choose between private and semi-private rooms, with inviting outdoor spaces for relaxation and socialization. This center truly embodies the essence of a supportive and engaging environment for its residents.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods 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 Chesapeake Woods.
In Maryland, the Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality is the state agency that conducts unannounced inspections and issues reports for all assisted living and nursing facilities.
Citations
| This Facility | MD Average | vs. MD Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total citations
| 43 | 4 | This facility has 975% more total citations than a typical Maryland nursing home (43 vs. MD avg 4).↑ 975% worse |
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Citations per year
| 4.8 | 0.4 | This facility has 1100% more citations per year than a typical Maryland nursing home (4.8 vs. MD avg 0.4).↑ 1100% worse |
The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025, identified a deficiency related to incomplete investigations of abuse allegations, specifically not interviewing all staff involved. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of multiple deficiencies involving resident care, abuse prevention, medical record accuracy, medication management, and infection control. Prior reports also noted issues with activities of daily living assistance, physician supervision, and environmental maintenance. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports, and no fines or enforcement actions appeared. The facility’s inspection history shows ongoing challenges with thorough abuse investigations and resident care processes, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening in recent years.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsMaryland average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Mar 2024
Maryland average 49.9
Maryland average 12.81
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
32 of 40 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 40 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 40 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Maryland average: 0.5
Maryland average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
10,492 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 51 | 36 | 87 | 23,007 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 11 | 7 | 18 | 4,699 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 12 | 16 | 3,970 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,973 | 69 | 75% | 8.6 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,377 | 90 | 98% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 812 | 68 | 74% | 6.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 539 | 65 | 71% | 6.6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 440 | 55 | 60% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 436 | 62 | 67% | 7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 376 | 50 | 54% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 305 | 45 | 49% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 237 | 39 | 42% | 6.1 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
May 2, 2024 · $37K
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
67% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
17% of new residents, often for short stays.
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Cambridge's city center to Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.75 miles to nearest hospital (DaVita Cambridge Dialysis Center)
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods is located in Cambridge, Maryland.
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Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods has a walk score of 23. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
(410) 221-1400 will put you in contact with the team at Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods.
Yes — Autumn Lake Healthcare at Chesapeake Woods is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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