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Signature Healthcare At Mallard Bay in Cambridge, MD

Signature Healthcare At Mallard Bay is a nursing home community in Cambridge, MD.

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  • Interior

    An elegantly decorated office entryway featuring a wooden desk and display of awards.

  • Building

    A beautifully landscaped entrance to a modern building, featuring a curved pathway and vibrant plants under a clear blue sky.

  • Bedroom

    A well-lit hospital patient room featuring a bed, nightstand, and decorative touches for comfort.

  • Dining

    A cozy restaurant dining area featuring neatly arranged tables and an inviting orange color scheme.

  • Landscaping

    A serene outdoor space featuring a vibrant mural of a lake with sailboats, accompanied by comfortable seating and potted plants.

  • Outdoor

    A sunny outdoor patio area featuring blue chairs and vibrant plants in terracotta pots.

  • Exercise Equipment

    A modern rehabilitation gym featuring specialized exercise equipment and a mirror.

  • Gym

    A modern fitness area featuring various exercise machines designed for rehabilitation and workouts.

520 Glenburn Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613

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

3.6 from 61 reviews
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Overall Review of Signature Healthcare At Mallard Bay

common 30 reviews mention this

Caring staff earn strong praise

Many residents and families describe staff as caring, helpful, and attentive.

A recurring positive theme is that the staff treats residents kindly and responds to needs with compassion. Multiple reviewers mention nursing and aides being courteous, and several families say they feel kept informed about changes in condition. There are also comments that the staff made stressful transitions easier during recovery and even during periods with limited visiting.

common 7 reviews mention this

Therapy and activities get credit

Residents frequently point to therapy and activities as standouts.

Reviews often mention a strong therapy department and a busy activities program, with people describing outings, scheduled activities, and resident-focused engagement. Families highlight that staff in these areas help residents feel supported during rehab and recovery. The community also provides a range of activity programming, fitness options, and planned day activities that align with what reviewers say matters to them.

caveat 6 reviews mention this

Safety and cleanliness concerns appear

Some reviews raise serious concerns about cleanliness and safety.

While many families report good experiences, several reviewers describe conditions they consider unsafe or unsanitary, including hygiene problems they say were not addressed promptly. A few reviews also describe incidents related to supervision and care consistency, including reports of residents left in soiled clothing or delayed attention to urgent needs. These concerns are serious enough that some reviewers advise others to ask detailed questions and stay closely involved.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Communication and staffing feel inconsistent

Multiple reviews describe inconsistent communication and staffing coverage.

A common complaint among negative reviews is that families struggled to get clear answers or timely help when problems came up. Several reviewers also mention understaffing or coverage gaps, including concerns about overnight supervision and timely medication administration. At the same time, some positive reviews directly contradict this, describing nurses and caregivers as attentiveā€”so reviewers do not agree on how consistent day-to-day care feels.

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

  • 160 resident community capacity 160 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

  • 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

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Maryland, this area offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to the needs of seniors. With multiple places of worship nearby such as the Southern Baptist Convention and Christ Episcopal Church, residents can find spiritual fulfillment within their community. The proximity to healthcare facilities like Fassett-Magee Health Center and Dorchester General Hospital ensures easy access to medical care when needed. Additionally, a range of restaurants, cafes, pharmacies, and transportation options provide convenience for daily activities. For leisurely pursuits, parks like Long Wharf Park and Great Marsh Park offer tranquil outdoor spaces for relaxation and recreation. Overall, this part of Cambridge offers a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and vibrant place to call home.

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (0.2 miles)
  • Christ Episcopal Church (0.6 miles)
  • New Life Christian Church And Ministries (0.8 miles)
  • Wheatley George Pastor & Joyce (1.1 miles)
  • Living By Truth Ministries (1.3 miles)
  • Faith Baptist Fellowship SBC (3.5 miles)
  • Full Gospel Church Of God (12.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (0.2 miles)

Restaurants

  • Southern Grill (0.6 miles)
  • Ava's Pizzeria & Wine Bar (0.6 miles)
  • Jimmie & Sooks (0.6 miles)
  • Bombay Social (0.7 miles)
  • Don Chuy Taqueria (0.7 miles)
  • The Creek Deli (0.7 miles)
  • Snappers Waterfront Cafe (0.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Fassett-Magee Health Center (0.6 miles)
  • Cambridge Family Eye Care, parts of MyEyeDr (0.6 miles)
  • Maryland Healthy Weighs (0.7 miles)
  • Morris Z Effron (1.2 miles)
  • Edmund John Maclaughlin (1.2 miles)
  • Michael Patrick Moran (1.2 miles)
  • Midshore Surgical Eye Center (1.2 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Craig's Drug Store (0.6 miles)
  • Clayton's Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Epic Pharmacies (1 miles)
  • Craig's Institutional Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • Rite Aid (1.8 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Black Water Bakery (0.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.5 miles)
  • Rise Up Coffee (3.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Shore Health System (0.7 miles)
  • Dorchester General Hospital (1.1 miles)
  • Shore Health System (1.1 miles)
  • UM Shore Medical Center at Dorchester (1.1 miles)
  • Eastern Shore Hospital Center (2.5 miles)
  • The Pines (12.9 miles)
  • Shore Regional Cancer Center (13.3 miles)

Parks

  • Long Wharf Park (0.8 miles)
  • Great Marsh Park (1 miles)
  • Christ Rock Park (2.1 miles)
  • Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (9 miles)
  • Oxford Town Park (9.2 miles)
  • Stoney Ridge Park (12.2 miles)
  • Idlewild Park (13.2 miles)

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