2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
2/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
ASSISTED LIVING AT BROOKEGROVE
NURTURING FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT, OF CHOICE, OF SELF-DISCOVERY
Nothing says “home” like a beloved pet greeting you … the aroma of baking brownies … the sound of a child laughing … and the many other comforting touches you’ll find in The Meadows and The Woods assisted living residences at Brooke Grove Retirement Village . Here, on a pastoral retreat in a convenient Montgomery County, Maryland, location, skilled assistance blends seamlessly with the welcome feeling of home.
… BECAUSE WHAT SURROUNDS YOU REALLY MATTERS.
AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO ASSISTED LIVING
Specifically designed for assisted living or memory support, each residential-style dwelling is home to only 16 residents. Over-sized windows and skylights allow natural light to warm and brighten each room. Community members gather in family rooms with fireplaces and pianos, game and craft rooms, intimate dining rooms and sunny decks.
Everything at Brooke Grove is intentionally designed to enhance lives. We do this through LIFE ® principles and programming we’ve developed to create the cheerful atmosphere, opportunities for individual discovery, partnership with families and enriching experiences that set us apart.
At Brooke Grove, safety and security are paramount but not confining. With easy access to large courtyards, residents move freely inside and out, visiting our neighborhood homes, strolling winding paths, and enjoying our peaceful wooded setting. An ornamental Koi pond, flower and sensory gardens, and a playground for visiting children charm and entertain.
Those who live here continue to grow and learn, to participate in lifelong hobbies and explore new ones, to love and care for one another, and to feel a sense of purpose with each new day.
ASSISTED LIVING AMENITIES & SERVICES
Five different residential-style homes with secure and stimulating environments that promote independence and choice
24-hour licensed, professional staff
Assistance with daily living tasks such as dressing, bathing, eating and taking medications
Specially trained staff educated in assisting people with memory loss
Spacious, private rooms with sitting areas and private baths (some efficiencies available)
Three wholesome meals a day with delicious options
Innovative LIFE® enrichment programming with meaningful activities and off-site excursions
Access to outdoor gardens, walking paths and fish pond
Linen, laundry and housekeeping services
Occupational, physical and speech therapies
Chaplaincy services and spiritual programs for all faiths
Priority access to Brooke Grove’s rehabilitation and long-term care
Respite care to offer family members a break or a chance to experience Brooke Grove on a trial basis
Full-time, licensed social worker
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.
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.
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.
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.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 57m per day | ▲ 16% State avg: 49m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 56m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 55m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 27m per day | ▲ 14% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 48m per day | ▲ 8% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 27m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 9m per day | ▲ 55% State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 31m per day | ▼ 15% State avg: 37m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Maryland average 3.9
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
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.
37 of 39 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 39 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 0.5
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 0.6
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
10% fewer staff per resident than Maryland average
25% better than Maryland average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
39 total: 17 full-time employees and 22 contractors.
39
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
12.2 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
53 total: 26 full-time employees and 27 contractors.
53
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.9 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
88 total: 75 full-time employees and 13 contractors.
88
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.5 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
12,209 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 75 | 13 | 88 | 33,737 | 92 | 100% | 11.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 27 | 53 | 13,813 | 92 | 100% | 11.9 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 22 | 39 | 7,269 | 92 | 100% | 12.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,883 | 86 | 93% | 8.1 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 11 | 12 | 23 | 3,245 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 15 | 0 | 15 | 2,770 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 11 | 11 | 2,246 | 87 | 95% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,966 | 71 | 77% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,738 | 84 | 91% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,498 | 85 | 92% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,296 | 86 | 93% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 995 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 5 | 5 | 441 | 63 | 68% | 6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 3 | 3 | 409 | 58 | 63% | 6.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 132 | 66 | 72% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 80 | 11 | 12% | 7.3 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
19.8
53% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
35.3
37% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.7
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
38.4%
62% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 23.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
43.5%
57% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 27.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
23.9%
8% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.9%
61% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 2.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.9%
21% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.0%
86% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
46% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.1%
70% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 20.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.4%
In line with Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
77.5%
16% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 92.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.6%
6% worse than Maryland averageMaryland average: 96.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
77.0%
In line with Maryland averageMaryland average: 78.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.0%
29% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
84.7%
5% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 80.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
86% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
13% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
172Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Brooke Grove Retirement Village from 2012–2024, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 06/2024.
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs.
Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay.
Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Personal Care Assistance
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (86% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 1 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
1.6 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Sandy Spring's city center to Brooke Grove Retirement Village's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 9.14 miles to nearest hospital (Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center)
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Brooke Grove Retirement Village is located in Sandy Spring, Maryland.
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Brooke Grove Retirement Village is in the Sandy Spring neighborhood of Sandy Spring.
Brooke Grove Retirement Village has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Brooke Grove Retirement Village's occupancy is 86.5%.
Brooke Grove Retirement Village is registered as a non-profit in MD.
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Brooke Grove Retirement Village is located at 18100 Slade School Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860.
(301) 260-2320 will put you in contact with the team at Brooke Grove Retirement Village.
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