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Charles E. Smith Life Communities
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Rockville, MD
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Charles E. Smith Life Communities

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Rockville, MD
6121 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852 View map
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Charles E. Smith Life Communities in Rockville, MD, is a comprehensive senior care campus offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, 24-hour skilled nursing, home care, and short-term respite stays. Continuous licensed medical oversight supports individuals with complex clinical needs, while secured memory care delivers structured supervision for residents living with cognitive impairments or wandering risks. Housing choices include private apartments along with care options delivered in personal homes.

Independent living pairs private housing with community services, while assisted living aids with daily tasks like bathing and medications. On-site care capabilities feature physical rehabilitation programs, on-staff physician care, temporary respite stays, and pet-friendly accommodations.

Featuring a walk score of 68, the surrounding area is somewhat walkable, allowing non-driving residents to manage select nearby errands independently. Payment arrangements operate primarily through private funds and accepted third-party programs.

Prospective representatives seeking multi-level senior care options or flexible care arrangements can contact Charles E. Smith Life Communities to check room availability or schedule a tour.

Facility Direct Line (301) 770-8448
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #30 / 160Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 30th out of 160 nursing homes we track in Maryland for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maryland facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Maryland that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
68 / 100

About This Community

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Full-Time Onsite Physicians and Home Visits
24-Hour Physician On-Call
Medication ManagementSupport with organizing, administering, and monitoring medicines can help prevent missed or incorrect doses.
  • Visiting specialist appointments (gynecology, dermatology, audiology, ophthalmology, podiatry, cardiology)

Additional Services

6 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Around-The-Clock Monitoring
Wellness Programs
Errands & ShoppingListed as: Meal preparation, shopping, and household chore assistance
Transportation
  • ElderSAFE Center (temporary shelter, advocacy, counseling for elder abuse victims)

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

38-Acre Campus
Emergency Call System
Activities
Exercise Classes
Nutrition Classes
Signature ProgramsSmithLife® Home Care, ElderSAFE™ Center

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious AffiliationJewish

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the MD Dept. of Health (OHCQ), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Maryland average is: 50.3% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Revitz House ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
HC
IL
MC
SNF
Rockville
558
Facility 558
MD AVG 108
Rank #1 / 141
72.7%
Facility 72.7%
MD AVG 82.9%
Rank #77 / 93
-12%
3.97
Facility 3.97
MD AVG 3.88
Rank #31 / 120
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -37%+2%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 122
31
Facility 31
MD AVG 52.0
Rank #28 / 122
7.8
Facility 7.8
MD AVG 11.8
Rank #28 / 122
-406-
81
Facility 81
MD AVG 45
Rank #9 / 160
Alison Baraf
$64.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $64.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $18.3M
Rank #1 / 104
$43.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $43.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #4 / 104
67.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 67.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #9 / 104
215071
Ingleside at King Farm ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Rockville
45
Facility 45
MD AVG 108
Rank #112 / 141
79.3%
Facility 79.3%
MD AVG 82.9%
Rank #71 / 93
-4%
5.88
Facility 5.88
MD AVG 3.88
Rank #5 / 120
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +5%+52%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 122
19
Facility 19
MD AVG 52.0
Rank #9 / 122
9.5
Facility 9.5
MD AVG 11.8
Rank #45 / 122
-36-
73
Facility 73
MD AVG 45
Rank #17 / 160
Westminster Ingleside King Farm Retirement Communities Inc
$48.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $48.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $18.3M
Rank #3 / 104
$16.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $16.5MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #12 / 104
33.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 33.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #68 / 104
215353
Sterling Care Rockville Nursing ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Rockville
100
Facility 100
MD AVG 108
Rank #76 / 141
84.1%
Facility 84.1%
MD AVG 82.9%
Rank #61 / 93
+1%
3.26
Facility 3.26
MD AVG 3.88
Rank #76 / 120
 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ -36%-16%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 122
29
Facility 29
MD AVG 52.0
Rank #24 / 122
14.5
Facility 14.5
MD AVG 11.8
Rank #89 / 122
-84-
16
Facility 16
MD AVG 45
Rank #136 / 160
-
$14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $14.7MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $18.3M
Rank #74 / 104
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG $8.4M
Rank #61 / 104
36.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 36.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
MD AVG 50.3%
Rank #65 / 104
215107
Tuckerman Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Rockville
41
Facility 41
MD AVG 108
Rank #117 / 141
83.7%
Facility 83.7%
MD AVG 82.9%
Rank #63 / 93
+1%
2.89
Facility 2.89
MD AVG 3.88
Rank #116 / 120
 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ +43%-25%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 122
23
Facility 23
MD AVG 52.0
Rank #15 / 122
4.6
Facility 4.6
MD AVG 11.8
Rank #6 / 122
-34-
39
Facility 39
MD AVG 45
Rank #98 / 160
Calanthia Green$8.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024$3.1MFiscal year ending 12/202438.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024215320

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other MD nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Charles E. Smith Life Communities is located in Rockville, Maryland.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maryland.

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Community Options Waiver

Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Maryland resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
MD

High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, dressing) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($70/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Senior Care Program

Maryland Senior Care

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies by county
Asset Limits $11,000 individual
MD

Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Meals (~$6/meal) Transportation (~5 trips/month) Case management

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); most income applied to care costs.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal protections up to $155,356.
MD

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

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (unlimited per medical need)

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Age 62+
General Maryland resident, in or moving to approved assisted living, low/moderate income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, varies by county
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
MD

Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.

Benefits
Personal care Meals 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Age —
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maryland resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
MD

High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Age 65+
General Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
Income Limits (2025) $48,560/year individual, 300% FPL
Asset Limits None specified.
MD

Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.

Benefits
Up to $40/month premium subsidy Reducing drug costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI, individual).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
MD

Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.

Benefits
Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maryland resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs ADL assistance.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); spend-down available.
Asset Limits $2,500 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MD

Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.

Benefits
Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week) Chores Nurse supervision

Frequently Asked Questions about Charles E. Smith Life Communities

Is Charles E. Smith Life Communities in a walkable area?

Charles E. Smith Life Communities has a walk score of 68. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Charles E. Smith Life Communities?

Yes, Charles E. Smith Life Communities allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Charles E. Smith Life Communities?

The team at Charles E. Smith Life Communities can be reached at eldersafe@ceslc.org.

Are there photos of Charles E. Smith Life Communities?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Charles E. Smith Life Communities in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Charles E. Smith Life Communities provide?

Charles E. Smith Life Communities offers Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Home Care, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing.

What is the address of Charles E. Smith Life Communities?

Charles E. Smith Life Communities is located at 6121 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852.

What is the phone number of Charles E. Smith Life Communities?

(301) 770-8448 will put you in contact with the team at Charles E. Smith Life Communities.

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