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Nursing Home

Blakehurst (Chestnut Green)

Nursing Home

Blakehurst (Chestnut Green)

1055 W. Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21204 View map
Overview of Blakehurst (chestnut Green)
Blakehurst is a senior living life plan community in Towson, MD. It offers a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. Residents enjoy first-in-class services and amenities designed to enrich their lives.
(410) 296-2900

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5
Maryland average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
5/5
Maryland average: 3.2/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
5/5
Maryland average: 3.5/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
4/5
Maryland average: 3.7/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
5h 15m per day

This home provides 22% more nursing time per resident than the Maryland average.

Maryland average: 4h 17m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 35

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Maryland average
Occupancy rate 88.1%
Residents per day (avg) 37
Occupancy rate
88.1%
Residents per day (avg)
37

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

25% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

75% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$36.0M
Surplus of revenue
$7.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$35,970,214.00
Surplus of revenue
$7,823,839.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$10.2M
28.3% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.0M
Total costs $28.1M
Bed community size
35-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
32 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

License details

Facility type
3
Issuance July 1, 1993
County: Baltimore

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 215255

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: Life Care Services Corporation
Profit status: true

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Memory Care
Independent Living
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

All Levels of Care

Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Rehabilitation

Programs & Activities

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Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$5,271
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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Maryland average 3.9


Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

Total health citations 9

Maryland average 49.9

Citations per inspection
4.5

Maryland average 12.81


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 9 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.5


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 0.6

0 critical citations More info Maryland average: 0.5

0 serious citations More info Maryland average: 0.6

9 moderate citations More info Maryland average: 47.2

0 minor citations More info Maryland average: 1.7
Citations history (last 3 years)
Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Jul 24, 2024
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jul 24, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 24, 2024
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Info Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions. Jul 24, 2024
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Towson The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.

1 facility compared · CMS & MD Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

Blakehurst (Chestnut Green)
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.

Towson
79
88.1%
+7%
5.25
+3%
+39%
0
9
0
37
The Chestnut Real Estate Partnership
$4,8M
$10,2M
210.3%
215255

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Address 1.7 miles from city center

Address 1055 W. Joppa Road, Towson, MD 21204

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 88
Employees 76
Contractors 12
Staff to resident ratio 2.05:1
13% better than Maryland average

Maryland average ratio: 1.81:1

Avg staff/day 27
Average shift 7.7 hours
0% compared with Maryland average

Maryland average: 8 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 19,040
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.1 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 17
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.2 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 32
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

11.5%

2,187 contractor hours this quarter

Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Medical Director: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant320328,11491100%7.2
Licensed Practical Nurse161173,91391100%9.2
Registered Nurse120122,1539099%9.1
Other Dietary Services Staff5059468593%7
Nurse Practitioner6068736571%8.6
Administrator1015046369%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist4044955662%7.3
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0114416066%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0224376470%6.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224246066%6.9
Physical Therapy Assistant0224166167%6.8
Occupational Therapy Aide0112334549%5.2
Qualified Social Worker011492123%2.3
Medical Director011252022%1.3
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111733%5.7
32 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days 99%
5 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 93%
6 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 71%
1 Administrator
% of Days 69%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 62%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 66%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 66%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 67%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 49%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 23%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 22%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
43 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
3 residents (7%)
Private pay or other
40 residents (93%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

CCRC

Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.5
27% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 23.1
10% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.7

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 23.3%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 23.7%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.4%
30% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 27.7%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 26.5%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 25.9%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.7%
69% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 2.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 2.9%
55% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 6.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 7.1%
346% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.6%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.2%
79% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 5.8%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.7%
96% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 20.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.7%
91% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 12.9%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 94.4%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 92.0%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with Maryland average

Maryland average: 96.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 90.3%
15% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 78.4%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.2%
60% worse than Maryland average

Maryland average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 85.7%
6% better than Maryland average

Maryland average: 80.6%

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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).

$11,000 (individual).

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.

$943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.

$2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.

Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+, Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.

~$34,000/year (individual, varies by county).

Not strict; prioritizes low-income.

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.

Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month (individual with A&A).

$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.

$48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).

None specified.

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.

$2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).

$9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+, Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.

$943/month (individual); spend-down available.

$2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

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