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Future Care Irvington in Baltimore, MD

Future Care Irvington is a nursing home community in Baltimore, MD.

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22 South Athol Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21229

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

3.8 from 128 reviews
5 stars
69
4 stars
21
3 stars
9
2 stars
6
1 stars
23

Overall Review of Future Care Irvington

common 20 reviews mention this

Cleanliness stands out in visits

Residents and visitors repeatedly describe the facility as clean and well maintained.

Many reviews mention clean hallways, spotless rooms, and an overall fresh, odor-free environment. Several visitors say the facility feels well cared for and comfortable during their visits. A few reviews still criticize care quality or responsiveness, but the cleanliness theme comes up independently and often.

common 18 reviews mention this

Staff are praised for responsiveness

Residents and families commonly describe staff as helpful, respectful, and attentive.

A recurring positive theme is staff members who are kind, respectful, and quick to help when needed. Several reviewers also highlight communication and ongoing support, including staff learning a resident’s needs and habits over time. At the same time, some other reviews sharply disagree, describing neglect and low compassion, so impressions vary by unit and shift.

common 12 reviews mention this

Rehab and therapy can help

Reviews frequently credit rehab and therapy teams for progress and follow-through.

Several residents and visitors mention physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapy as strengths. Positive reviews describe challenging but helpful therapy sessions and improved ability to move or resume daily routines. A few reviews still criticize aspects of care and staffing, but therapy-focused feedback is mostly encouraging.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Food quality draws strong reactions

Food is a frequent source of complaint, with some residents describing poor quality.

Some reviews are sharply negative about meals, including complaints about taste, temperature, and food being unappetizing. A few other reviewers are more neutral, describing food as fine or acceptable for specific diets. Even when food is not the top issue, reviewers often connect dining problems to overall resident experience.

  • An elegant dining room with neatly arranged tables and chairs, decorated with flowers and framed art on the walls.
caveat 16 reviews mention this

Staffing shortages fuel neglect complaints

Multiple reviews say staffing levels are too low to deliver timely care.

A substantial number of negative reviews describe being short-staffed and not getting timely assistance, including delayed help with positioning, bathing, and basic requests. Some reviewers recount residents staying wet or soiled for extended periods, as well as concerns about bed sores and poor hygiene. Residents describe medication management and meal preparation support as part of care offerings, but the staffing-related criticisms suggest execution varies.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Communication issues show up often

Some families report difficulty reaching staff or getting timely updates.

Several reviews mention problems with getting information, returning phone calls, or speaking with the right manager. Others describe being repeatedly redirected or feeling concerns were not addressed promptly. Because some reviewers also describe positive communication and support, the reviews suggest the experience depends on the situation and who families are able to reach.

How we summarize

Counts show how many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 200 resident community capacity 200 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Baltimore-Washington International (8 miles away) Baltimore-Washington International (8 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This area of Baltimore, Maryland, is a vibrant and diverse community with a range of healthcare options including Pine Heights Integrative Health and the University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute. With several pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens nearby, accessing medication and healthcare supplies is convenient. There are also various dining options such as Chick-Fil-A and Trinacria Macaroni Works for seniors looking to enjoy a meal out. The neighborhood is well-equipped with hospitals like Spring Grove Hospital Center and the University of Maryland Medical Center for any medical emergencies. For recreation, residents can visit parks like Rash Field or Patterson Park for outdoor activities. Public transportation is easily accessible at Penn Station for those who may not drive. Additionally, St Augustine's Church offers spiritual support for individuals seeking a place of worship in the community. Overall, this area provides seniors with necessary amenities and services to support a comfortable lifestyle in their golden years.

Physicians

  • Pine Heights Integrative Health (1.2 miles)
  • Wilkens Medical Center (1.4 miles)
  • South Baltimore County Medical Center | Kaiser Permanente (2.1 miles)
  • University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute (2.3 miles)
  • Wozniak Marcella University of Maryland Medical Center Neurology (3.7 miles)
  • University Health Center (3.7 miles)
  • University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Professional Building (3.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (2.2 miles)
  • Auntie Anne's (2.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.2 miles)
  • Pickles Pub (3.6 miles)
  • Trinacria Macaroni Works (3.6 miles)
  • The Yard (3.7 miles)
  • Gateway (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Spring Grove Hospital Center (2.2 miles)
  • University of Maryland Medical Center (3.5 miles)
  • Baltimore VA Medical Center (3.5 miles)
  • UMMC Midtown Campus (3.8 miles)
  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore (4.9 miles)
  • MedStar Union Memorial Hospital (5.1 miles)
  • Johns Hopkins Outpatient Pharmacy (5.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Ceremony Coffee Roasters (3.9 miles)
  • Dooby's (4.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Miss Shirley's Cafe, Roland Park (5.2 miles)
  • Pitango Bakery + Cafe (5.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.9 miles)

Parks

  • Rash Field (4.2 miles)
  • Federal Hill Park (4.3 miles)
  • Harbor Point Central Plaza (4.9 miles)
  • Patapsco Valley State Park (5.5 miles)
  • Patterson Park (6 miles)
  • Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine (6.1 miles)
  • Patterson Park Annex (6.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Penn Station (4.3 miles)
  • Amtrak/MARC - BWI Rail Station (6.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Augustine's Church (5.2 miles)

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