Pickersgill Retirement Community

Pickersgill Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Pickersgill Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Pickersgill Retirement Community

615 Chestnut Ave, Baltimore, MD 21204 View Map

Pickersgill Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in Maryland

Pickersgill Retirement Community is a Nursing Home in Maryland

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Overview of Pickersgill Retirement Community

Pickersgill Retirement Community provides services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The skilled nursing department of the senior living home keeps an open mind in the community, ensuring the highest level of support for the residents. Pickersgill understands the importance of meaningful relationships and the importance of family, which is why it highly practices a resident-centered approach to holistic wellness for seniors; where building new friendships and staying close to family is one of the top priorities of the management.
Pickersgill has an on-site rehab center that helps boost up the period of recovery for stroke recovery, cardiopulmonary rehab, cognitive therapy, vestibular rehab, pain management, and wound care– are a few of the highlighted services offered, which are all designed to comprehensively care for the unique individuals. 

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.56/day
Overall rating Info Based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Staffing Info Based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
4/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical outcomes for residents.
1/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 138

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Maryland average
Occupancy rate 77.2%
Residents per day (avg) 34
Occupancy rate
77.2%
Residents per day (avg)
34

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for
Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

55% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Private pay

36% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 9 - 10 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Church
Deficit of revenue
-$17.2M
Voluntary non-profit home Church
Deficit of revenue
$-17,243,592.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.9M
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$12.2M
Total costs $17.1M
Bed community size
138-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Services

24-Hour Awake Staff
Alzheimer's Care
Beauty Services
Behavioral Management
Catheter Care
Colostomy Care
Decubitus Care
Dementia Care

About this community

Facility Type
Limited Liability Corporation

Additional licensing details

County: Baltimore

Ownership & operating entity

Profit status: false

Room costs

Private Room $133 - $247

Hospice Affiliations

Gilchrist Hospice Care
Stella Maris

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Barry Eisenberg, Executive Director
CNA Training Program

Care Services

Mild Alzheimer's Level
Moderate Alzheimer's Level
Severe Alzheimer's Level

Additional Policies & Features

Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Contact Pickersgill Retirement Community

Demographics

Resident demographic information for this facility.

Gender

  • Female 75.6%
  • Male 24.4%

Age Distribution

  • 85-94 55.1%
  • 75-84 26.9%
  • 95+ 15.4%
  • 65-74 2.6%

Ethnicity

  • White 94.9%
  • Asian 3.9%
  • African American 1.3%

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
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Address 7.9 miles from city center

Address 615 Chestnut Ave, Baltimore, MD 21204

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

94
Total Staff
70
Employees
24
Contractors
21,632
Total Hours (Quarter)
29
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse128.3 No
Licensed Practical Nurse117.9 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant398.6 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
62 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services
18 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
1 staff
8.4hs shift avg
Other Services
7 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
18.2%
of total hours from contractors
3,936 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 5 Physical Therapy Assistant: 7 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant390396,74791100%8.6
Registered Nurse120123,6078897%8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse92112,82891100%7.9
Dental Services Staff6062,69391100%7.6
Speech Language Pathologist0551,2887279%8.2
Physical Therapy Assistant0779416571%9.2
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014806066%8
Other Dietary Services Staff1014785763%8.4
Mental Health Service Worker1014725965%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334484752%7.9
Occupational Therapy Aide0114225459%7.8
Physical Therapy Aide0113514448%8
Qualified Social Worker0333164954%6.3
Medical Director011481415%3.4
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111833%6

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Aug 2018 – Jan 2025)

3
Inspections
19
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
6.33
Citations/Inspection
Jan 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
19
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
7
37% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
16% of total
Resident Rights
2
11% of total
Administration
1
5% of total
Environmental
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 19
Complaint Investigations 0
State Comparison (MD)
Avg Citations (State)
49.9
This Facility: 19
Avg Critical (State)
0.5
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Jan 31, 2025 D EnvironmentalF0909 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Nursing ServicesF0730 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Nursing ServicesF0947 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D PharmacyF0759 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D PharmacyF0760 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Quality of CareF0695 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Quality of CareF0700 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Care PlanningF0641 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 E Resident RightsF0550 Corrected
Jan 31, 2025 D Resident RightsF0583 Corrected
Feb 28, 2020 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Feb 28, 2020 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Feb 28, 2020 D Quality of CareF0692 Corrected
Feb 28, 2020 D Care PlanningF0842 Corrected
Aug 16, 2018 D AdministrationF0770 Corrected
Aug 16, 2018 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Aug 16, 2018 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
33 Total Residents
Medicare 5 (15.2%)
Medicaid 8 (24.2%)
Private Pay/Other 20 (60.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
CCRC
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
19.5 Score
51% worse than avg Maryland avg: 12.9

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
35.1 Score
37% worse than avg Maryland avg: 25.7

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
34.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
8.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
2.6%
Falls with Major Injury
10.6%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
91.1%
Antipsychotic Use
15.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
37.7%
Influenza Vaccine
97.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
6.2%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
32.7%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
82.7% 5% better than avg Maryland: 78.4%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
7.1% 414% worse than avg Maryland: 1.4%

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Options Waiver
Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits: $11,000 (individual).
  • MD Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (unlimited per medical need).
Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program
Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy
Official government program page
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.
  • Services: 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
  • 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 Specifics: High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.
  • Services: 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
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
  • Income Limits (2025): $48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: None specified.
  • MD Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.
  • Services: Up to $40/month premium subsidy, reducing drug costs.
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Maryland Medicare Savings Programs
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.
  • Services: Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.
  • Services: Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week), chores, nurse supervision.

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Maryland Medicaid Community Options Waiver

Community Options Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:
    High urban demand; rural outreach efforts.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 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.).
Maryland Senior Care

Senior Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits:
    ~$2,000/month (individual, varies by county).
  • Asset Limits:
    $11,000 (individual).
  • MD Specifics:
    Limited funding; waitlists common in high-demand areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), meals (~$6/meal), transportation (~5 trips/month), case management.
Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Nursing Home Program

Maryland Nursing Home Medicaid

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Home equity limit $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (unlimited per medical need).
Maryland Senior Assisted Living Group Home Subsidy

Senior Assisted Living Subsidy Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 62+, 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 Specifics:
    Not available statewide; facility must be licensed by MDH.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care, meals, 24-hour supervision (up to $1,500/month subsidy typical).
Maryland VA Aid and Attendance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Requirements:
  • 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 Specifics:
    High veteran population in suburban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Maryland Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program (SPDAP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Maryland resident (6+ months), Medicare Part D enrolled.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    $48,560/year (individual, 300% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    None specified.
  • MD Specifics:
    Supplements Medicare Part D; annual enrollment required.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Up to $40/month premium subsidy, reducing drug costs.
Maryland Medicare Savings Programs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Includes QMB, SLMB, QI categories.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
Maryland Medicaid Community Personal Assistance Services

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, 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 Specifics:
    Consumer-directed option allows hiring family caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (hours vary, typically 20-30/week), chores, nurse supervision.
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