Interim Healthcare of Columbia in Laurel, MD

14740 4th Street Apt. 101, Laurel, MD 20707

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4.5 from 28 reviews
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Overall Review of Interim Healthcare of Columbia

Pros

  • pro The staff are great and experienced.
  • pro They are caring and loving toward clients.
  • pro Interim HealthCare Columbia is described as the gold standard of quality care, compassion, reliability, and honesty.
  • pro Selena is praised as an angel and deserving of a raise.
  • pro The Interim team goes above and beyond to provide top-quality care and support, including a loyalty program.
  • pro Interim makes it possible for loved ones to stay at home by matching capable caregivers for changing needs.
  • pro The office team is responsive, kind, and attentive to concerns.
  • pro The caregivers are highly trained, professional, and dedicated to top-quality care.
  • pro The clinic environment for vaccinations is welcoming and well managed.
  • pro The leadership at Interim fosters a caring and compassionate environment.

Cons

  • pro They underpay their employees.
  • pro They attempted to cover something up by having someone swipe a personal credit card at Patient First on their behalf.
  • pro They failed to respond for three weeks after a doctor cleared the employee to return to work.
  • pro They texted a 4-hour shift the day before the clearance, which was unprofessional and distasteful.
  • pro They pay office staff more than the front-line caregivers who do the labor.
  • pro They rely on automated phone lines with no live representatives, making it hard to get help.
  • pro They charged a $75 administrative fee for a COVID test when insurance paid $100 elsewhere, which felt like price gouging.

Review

Interim HealthCare of Columbia is best suited for families that want highly personal, at-home care for a loved one where continuity of caregiving and compassionate, seasoned aides are prioritized. This community consistently earns praise for caregivers who form lasting relationships with clients, enabling familiar routines, steady companionship, and a sense of security in the home. It works particularly well when a family needs help navigating daily care tasks, coordinating with doctors and benefits programs, and maintaining a home-centered lifestyle as health needs evolve. Several families underscore the value of long-tenured aides and thoughtful matching, agents who stay with a client for years, fostering trust and reducing upheaval during difficult times. When life is about keeping a loved one comfortable and supported at home, Interim’s approach to relationship-based care becomes the decisive advantage.

Those who may want to consider alternatives are families facing constraints that demand ironclad scheduling reliability or broader geographic coverage. A minority of reviews point to internal management tensions, pay concerns and slower responses in certain situations, and these red flags could translate into scheduling fragility or inconsistent communication. If the priority is flawless, 24/7 coverage across many shifts or a transparent, standardized pay structure that minimizes administrative friction, it’s prudent to compare with other providers. The same time, when care is delivered in the home and the core need is dependable, empathetic caregivers, Interim often rises above, but the calculus will hinge on how critical uninterrupted coverage and crystal-clear administrative processes prove to a given family.

The main positives, exceptional caregiver quality, genuine warmth, and proactive client advocacy, largely offset the reported drawbacks. Families repeatedly describe caregivers as professional, attentive, and deeply committed to the person receiving care. The staff’s ability to adjust to changing needs, deliver compassionate bedside care, and help with practical tasks, along with office teams that listen, respond, and coordinate services, creates a reliable care ecosystem. The agency’s leadership and frontline teams are credited with going “above and beyond,” including helping families obtain benefits and finding caregivers who truly match a loved one’s personality and medical requirements. This level of bedside reliability is a substantial counterweight to occasional administrative hiccups.

That said, the concerns raised by a former employee cannot be ignored. Allegations of underpayment, last-minute shift assignments, and delayed communication around a medical return-to-work timeline highlight real risks to continuity of care when office processes fail to align with caregiving needs. Such issues, if pervasive, can erode the stability families seek and potentially disrupt the trusted caregiver–client relationship. On the other hand, the extensive caregiver commendations and the consistent patient-facing praise from many clients suggest that when the office is responsive and staff feel supported, the in-home experience remains highly favorable. Prospective families should probe a firm commitment to scheduling stability and transparent payroll practices during the intake process.

To maximize success with Interim, families should request deliberate caregiver matching and insist on a consistent team, with clear expectations set at the outset. A formal plan of care, regular reviews, and open lines of communication with a reliable administrator, ideally someone with a track record of responsiveness, are essential. Leveraging the agency’s demonstrated strengths, such as advocacy for benefits and a strong bedside approach, will yield the best results. Families should also consider asking about continuity guarantees, caregiver retention policies, and any loyalty or support programs that reinforce stability over time. These steps help convert Interim’s strongest asset, human connection, into durable, dependable care.

In the final analysis, Interim HealthCare of Columbia stands out for families seeking a practical, relationship-driven home-care solution. It delivers exceptional caregiver quality, compassionate service, and a proactive, client-focused approach from office leadership. This makes it a compelling choice for those who value staying at home with trusted, long-term aides and a responsive support team. However, it may not be the best fit for those requiring absolute scheduling impermeability or perfect transparency in every administrative detail. For such families, it remains wise to compare alternatives, especially those offering stricter scheduling guarantees or larger-scale coverage, before committing. When the goal is dignified, home-centered care anchored by skilled, caring professionals, Interim HealthCare of Columbia earns strong consideration and a clear path to a confident, informed decision.

Features

Transportation

  • Baltimore-Washington International (12 miles away) Baltimore-Washington International (12 miles away)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (19 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (19 miles away)

Description

Interim Healthcare of Columbia in Laurel, MD is an exceptional assisted living community that offers top-notch care and support for seniors looking for a comfortable and enriching environment. Located conveniently near several amenities, this community ensures that residents have easy access to parks, pharmacies, physicians, and restaurants.

With one park nearby, our residents can enjoy the beauty of nature and take pleasant strolls to unwind or engage in outdoor activities with their friends and family. Additionally, the presence of five pharmacies close by provides convenience when it comes to medication management and acquiring any necessary medical supplies.

The community boasts four nearby physicians who offer comprehensive medical care and regular check-ups. Our residents can feel secure in knowing that quality healthcare services are readily available. Furthermore, these physicians also play a crucial role in coordinating any specialized treatments or therapies that may be required.

A vibrant dining experience awaits our residents as they have five restaurants situated closely. Whether they prefer fine dining or casual eateries, there is a range of options to cater to their preferences. Residents can indulge in delicious meals with friends or family without the hassle of traveling long distances.

At Interim Healthcare of Columbia in Laurel, MD, we prioritize the well-being and comfort of our residents. With convenient access to parks for recreation, pharmacies for medication needs, physicians for dependable healthcare services, and diverse dining options for culinary delights - our assisted living community aims to provide a holistic and fulfilling lifestyle for seniors seeking exceptional care.

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • First Watch (0.3 miles)
  • Nestle Ice Cream (2.4 miles)
  • Looney's Pub (4.5 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (4.8 miles)
  • Facci Ristorante (4.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.1 miles)
  • McDonald's (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Herbiculture (3.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.5 miles)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Pharmacy (5.6 miles)
  • Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy (6.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Allergy Partners of Metro DC (0.9 miles)
  • Eternal Dermatology (4.5 miles)
  • Maple Lawn Surgery Center (4.9 miles)
  • Sheikh, Sarah Capital Womens Care (4.9 miles)
  • Rochelle Hardy Md (7.3 miles)
  • Ford Medical Associates (7.3 miles)
  • Seton Medical Group (8 miles)

Parks

  • High Ridge Park (1.4 miles)
  • Lake Elkhorn Park (6.3 miles)
  • Martin Road Park (6.5 miles)
  • Duvall Playground (7 miles)
  • Piney Orchard Nature Preserve (8 miles)
  • Blandair Regional Park (8.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.3 miles)
  • Café Nordstrom (8.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.9 miles)

Transportation

  • Greenbelt Station (6.3 miles)
  • Greenbelt Metro Station (6.3 miles)
  • College Park - University of Maryland Metro Station (8.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • College Park United Methodist Church (6.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Clinic Main Pharmacy (7.2 miles)
  • Howard County General Hospital (8.4 miles)
  • Howard County General Hospital, Johns Hopkins Medicine (8.4 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Columbia 14 (8.5 miles)
  • Cinemark Holdings (8.7 miles)

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