Total staff
104
Employees
80
Contractors
24
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
The Bonifant at Silver Spring
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Silver Spring, MD
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Bonifant at Silver Spring
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Silver Spring, MD
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
The Bonifant at Silver Spring accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Silver Spring, MD, The Bonifant at Silver is an astounding community that offers independent living. The community features cozy and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring that those 62+ are comfortable and safe. On-site maintenance, management, and concierge services are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.
Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs. Delightful restaurants and shops in the area provide residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Accompanied by the community’s extensive services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
Quality ratings
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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 nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 62nd out of 144 homes in Maryland. 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.
This home is ranked 62nd out of 144 homes in Maryland. 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.
3h 36m per day
Rank #62 / 144Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 144 homes in Maryland. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Maryland average, with a ranking across 144 Maryland SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Maryland avg
-5%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
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 23m per day |
Types of Care at The Bonifant at Silver Spring
Independent Living
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.3%
Rank #88 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 146 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its Statewide rank out of 146. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
91 days
Occupancy rate
80.3%
Rank #88 / 146Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th out of 146 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maryland average, with its Statewide rank out of 146. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
91 days
Walk Score: 100 / 100 Rank #1 / 986Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 986 homes in Maryland. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.60:1
12% worse than Maryland average
Avg staff/day
48
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with Maryland average
Total staff hours (quarter)
33,945
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
16
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.3 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
17
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.4 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
39
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
6.8%
2,313 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 11
Registered Nurse: 4
Licensed Practical Nurse: 3
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 11 | 39 | 12,114 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 14 | 3 | 17 | 5,498 | 92 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 4 | 16 | 4,784 | 92 | 100% | 7.3 |
| Physical Therapist | 12 | 0 | 12 | 4,235 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,623 | 73 | 79% | 7.9 |
| Dental Services Staff | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,519 | 67 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,012 | 91 | 99% | 7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 913 | 68 | 74% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 482 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 436 | 66 | 72% | 6.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 172 | 58 | 63% | 3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 96 | 37 | 40% | 2.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 3 | 3% | 2.8 |
39 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
17 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
16 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
12 Physical Therapist
% of Days
100%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
79%
5 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
73%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
99%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
74%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
72%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
70%
1 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
72%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
63%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
40%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
3%
Penalties and fines
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.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.2
21% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
19.6
24% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.7
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.9%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
18.9%
20% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 23.7%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
21.1%
24% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 27.7%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.9%
27% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 25.9%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.8%
20% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 2.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.8%
42% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 6.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.9%
41% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.6%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.4%
7% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 5.8%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 20.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
9.9%
23% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 12.9%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.6%
7% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 92.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
96.5%
In line with Maryland averageMaryland average: 96.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
84.3%
7% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 78.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.8%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.8%
40% better than Maryland averageMaryland average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
89.3%
11% 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.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
50% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 months
Private pay
48% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
7 - 8 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
65
Medicare
7
10.8% of residents
Medicaid
37
56.9% of residents
Private pay or other
21
32.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Bonifant at Silver Spring based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.3%
↑ 5.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$675.1K
↓ ~$3.5M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6.5M
↑ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-4.4%
↓ 25.3pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$15.7M
Operating deficit
-$675.1K
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$15.7M Rank #101 / 145Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Maryland SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating deficit
-$675.1K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #108 / 145Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maryland average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$6.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #108 / 145Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 145 homes in Maryland. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Maryland average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.9M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.4M
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 576 - 631 / 590 / 898 - 1,023 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Bonifant at Silver Spring
What neighborhood is The Bonifant at Silver Spring in?
The Bonifant at Silver Spring is in the Downtown Silver Spring neighborhood.
Is The Bonifant at Silver Spring in a walkable area?
The Bonifant at Silver Spring has a walk score of 100. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the address of The Bonifant at Silver Spring?
The Bonifant at Silver Spring is located at 929 Bonifant St, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
What is the phone number of The Bonifant at Silver Spring?
(301) 588-9290 will put you in contact with the team at The Bonifant at Silver Spring.
Is The Bonifant at Silver Spring Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — The Bonifant at Silver Spring is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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