Residences at Vantage Point

Residences at Vantage Point is an Independent Living Home in Maryland

Residences at Vantage Point is an Independent Living Home in Maryland

Residences at Vantage Point

5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044 View Map

Residences at Vantage Point is an Independent Living Home in Maryland

Residences at Vantage Point is an Independent Living Home in Maryland

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Overview of Residences at Vantage Point
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Managed by Bruce P. Martin

Executive Director

Bruce P. Martin is a retired lawyer and former Division Chief in the Maryland attorney general’s office. He served as Executive Director of the Montgomery County Merit System Protection Board and has extensive experience in government legal counsel roles. Mr. Martin holds degrees from the University of Maryland College Park and the University of Chicago Law School and has been a director since 2014.

Home Information RESIDENCES AT VANTAGE POINT
  • Occupancy trails most facilities in the state, suggesting excess open capacity. The property runs a smaller bed inventory than most peers, focusing on a more intimate census. Resident stays are comparable to other state facilities, implying stable turnover.

  • Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll spending sits in the top tier, showing a strong investment in staffing resources. Total income trails most communities, suggesting tighter operating margins.

  • Medicare nights lag behind other facilities, revealing limited Medicare demand. Medicaid nights fall below most peers, pointing to lighter Medicaid reliance. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.

Occupancy
Beds
44
Occupancy
43.4%
Total Bed Days Available
34310
Avg. Length of Stay
116 days
Avg. Residents per Day
16
Finance
Home Revenue
$18,887,815.00
Payroll Costs
$6,819,982.00
Profit
$-1,203,818.00
Total Home Costs
$19,628,756.00
Payroll % of Revenue Info Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
36.1%
House Specifics:
CCN
215344
Owner Name
CAREY, PIERCE
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Howard
Type of Control
Governmental — City
Operations
Total Admissions
66
Total Discharges
86
% Medicare Admissions
45%
% Private Pay Admissions
55%
% Medicare Discharges
35%
% Private Pay Discharges
65%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating Info CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
5 / 5
Health Inspection Rating Info Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4 / 5
Staffing Rating Info Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5 / 5
QM Rating Info Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day Info Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
5.74 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights Info Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
964
Medicaid Nights Info Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
964
Free Market Nights Info Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
18349
Years in operation
18+ years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 52 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
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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Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 215344

Staffing

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

Leadership

Contact: Meriann Ritacco, Executive Director

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Dining Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Residences at Vantage Point

Independent Living
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Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Maryland Department of Health, Office of Health Care Quality.
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Residences at Vantage Point
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Columbia
44
Yes
A+
52
CAREY, PIERCE
43.4%
$18,887,815.00
$6,819,982.00
36.1%
16.20
5/5
5.7381
4/5
5/5
5/5
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Hampshire Village
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MD 20906
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Yes
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24
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1 Bed / 2 Bed
Kentlands Manor Senior Apartments
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Gaithersburg
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No
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95
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-
-
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2 Bed
Revitz House
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MD 20852
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Yes
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81
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-
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1 Bed
Ring House Independent Living Apartments
IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

Rockville
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No
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59
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Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Address 2.6 miles from city center

Address 5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

69
Total Staff
49
Employees
20
Contractors
11,329
Total Hours (Quarter)
19
Avg Staff/Day
6.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse117 No
Licensed Practical Nurse98 No
Certified Nursing Assistant207 No
Staff by Category
Administration
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
40 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services
17 staff
4.4hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
3.9hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
3hs shift avg
Dietary Services
2 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Other Services
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
14.6%
of total hours from contractors
1,655 contractor hours this quarter
Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: 1 Speech Language Pathologist: 4 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant200204,18591100%7
Registered Nurse110111,75291100%7
Licensed Practical Nurse9091,3568796%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2025727279%6.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0444996268%6.3
Dental Services Staff1014806470%7.5
Administrator2024506066%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014435965%7.5
Speech Language Pathologist0444386673%4.4
Clinical Nurse Specialist2024084853%8.3
Respiratory Therapy Technician0553536369%4.2
Physical Therapy Aide0222227279%3.1
Qualified Social Worker0331264246%3
Occupational Therapy Aide1013089%3.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant011101415%0.7
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist011822%3.9

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Jul 2018 – Dec 2024)

3
Inspections
20
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
0
Serious (G-I)
6.67
Citations/Inspection
Dec 2024
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
20
Serious (G-I)
0
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Resident Rights
4
20% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
4
20% of total
Infection Control
2
10% of total
Quality of Life & Care
1
5% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 20
Complaint Investigations 2
State Comparison (MD)
Avg Citations (State)
49.9
This Facility: 20
Avg Critical (State)
0.5
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Dec 13, 2024 D Abuse/NeglectF0609 Corrected
Dec 13, 2024 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Dec 13, 2024 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Dec 13, 2024 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Dec 13, 2024 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Dec 13, 2024 E Resident RightsF0583 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Abuse/NeglectF0943 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Nursing ServicesF0732 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Nursing ServicesF0947 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Care PlanningF0637 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Care PlanningF0642 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Care PlanningF0656 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Care PlanningF0657 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Resident RightsF0623 Corrected
Dec 05, 2019 D Resident RightsF0625 Corrected
Jul 18, 2018 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Jul 18, 2018 D NutritionF0812 Corrected
Jul 18, 2018 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
18 Total Residents
Medicare 4 (22.2%)
Private Pay/Other 14 (77.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' 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
8.1 Score
37% better than avg State avg: 12.9

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

Functional Decline
10.7 Score
58% better than avg State 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
8.8%
Lost Too Much Weight
8.6%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.9%
Depressive Symptoms
1.9%
Falls with Major Injury
10.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
82.1%
Antipsychotic Use
44.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
4.3%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
12.7%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

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

Pneumococcal Vaccine
77.2% Near average State: 78.4%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
3.3% 138% worse than avg State: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
94.6% 17% better than avg State: 80.6%
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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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