National Lutheran Communities & Services
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Frederick, MD

National Lutheran Communities & Services

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Skilled Nursing · Frederick, MD

Overview of National Lutheran Communities & Services

National Lutheran Communities & Services serves as the corporate parent organization based in Frederick, Maryland, managing a network of senior living campuses that provide independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. The organization incorporates personalized health care programs such as “myPotential at Home,” which delivers transitional medical therapies and dedicated in-home support to help older adults remain independent.

The Frederick neighborhood has a walkability score of 38 out of 100, meaning the area is car-dependent and requires a vehicle for most trips. This specific Westview Drive location serves strictly as the central administrative office rather than a residential clinical facility, meaning its direct nursing citations-per-inspection rate is zero.

On-site routines across their actual care campuses focus on 24-hour supervision, medication assistance, and balanced meal plans.

Interested individuals who want to explore senior living arrangements can reach out to the corporate office of National Lutheran Communities & Services to find nearby campus locations, request detailed tier pricing menus, or confirm regional facility availability.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 38 / 100 Rank #542 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 542nd out of 985 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maryland that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsIn-home Services, MyPotential

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Managed by John Midolo

Executive Director

40 years of experience

John Midolo brings nearly 40 years of health care executive experience. He served as executive director at The Village at Orchard Ridge, a National Lutheran Community, from 2010 to 2015. John is licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in Maryland and Virginia and has held numerous senior leadership roles in health care operations across Maryland and Virginia.

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The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.

CMS & MD Dept. of Health data

Homewood Living Frederick
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Frederick
120
Facility 120
MD AVG 43
Rank #76 / 690
69.0%
Facility 69.0%
MD AVG 80.8
Rank #85 / 104
-15%
4.25
Facility 4.25
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #26 / 143
+3%+13%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #1 / 145
19
Facility 19
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #12 / 145
6.3
Facility 6.3
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #12 / 145
-83-
14
Facility 14
MD AVG 43
Rank #788 / 985
Phillip Bowers
$21.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.8MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.7M
Rank #10 / 144
$15.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $6.5M
Rank #14 / 144
70.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 70.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 38.5%
Rank #119 / 144
215245
Buckingham‘s Choice
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Adamstown (Baker Circle)
42
Facility 42
MD AVG 43
Rank #230 / 690
60.0%
Facility 60.0%
MD AVG 80.8
Rank #92 / 104
-26%
4.73
Facility 4.73
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #18 / 143
+64%+25%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #1 / 145
29
Facility 29
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #28 / 145
9.7
Facility 9.7
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #55 / 145
-25-
3
Facility 3
MD AVG 43
Rank #930 / 985
-
$19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $19.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.7M
Rank #55 / 144
$9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $6.5M
Rank #50 / 144
49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 38.5%
Rank #73 / 144
215329
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Braddock Heights
NH
AL
Frederick (Braddock Estates)
65
Facility 65
MD AVG 43
Rank #197 / 690
84.6%
Facility 84.6%
MD AVG 80.8
Rank #65 / 104
+5%
3.10
Facility 3.10
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #119 / 143
-24%-18%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #1 / 145
54
Facility 54
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #95 / 145
18.0
Facility 18.0
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #123 / 145
-55-
0
Facility 0
MD AVG 43
Rank #959 / 985
As Family Vb Holdings LLC
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $18.7M
Rank #140 / 144
$1.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $1.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG $6.5M
Rank #135 / 144
16.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 16.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
MD AVG 38.5%
Rank #17 / 144
215199
Citizens Nursing Home
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Frederick (Rosemont Avenue)
170
Facility 170
MD AVG 43
Rank #23 / 690
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
MD AVG 80.8
Rank #20 / 104
+16%
3.31
Facility 3.31
MD AVG 3.77
Rank #91 / 143
-21%-12%
$0
Facility $0
MD AVG $65.0k
Rank #1 / 145
41
Facility 41
MD AVG 49.9
Rank #71 / 145
10.3
Facility 10.3
MD AVG 12.8
Rank #59 / 145
1159-
41
Facility 41
MD AVG 43
Rank #508 / 985
Frederick County Maryland
$25.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $25.8MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MD AVG $18.7M
Rank #28 / 144
$14.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 06/2024
MD AVG $6.5M
Rank #23 / 144
54.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
Facility 54.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2024
MD AVG 38.5%
Rank #58 / 144
215105

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Maryland

National Lutheran Communities & Services is located in Frederick, 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 National Lutheran Communities & Services

Is National Lutheran Communities & Services in a walkable area?

National Lutheran Communities & Services has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are there photos of National Lutheran Communities & Services?

Yes — there is 1 photo of National Lutheran Communities & Services in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of National Lutheran Communities & Services?

(301) 354-2710 will put you in contact with the team at National Lutheran Communities & Services.

Is National Lutheran Communities & Services Medicare or Medicaid certified?

National Lutheran Communities & Services is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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