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Forest Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center in Catonsville, MD

Forest Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home community in Catonsville, MD.

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Forest Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center Forest Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

701 Edmondson Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228

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

2.6 from 28 reviews
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Overall Review of Forest Haven Nursing And Rehabilitation Center

common 9 reviews mention this

Staff care gets strong praise

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff who treat people with care and respect.

Many families describe the staff as attentive, responsive, and respectful, often mentioning that caregivers felt like a consistent support. A few reviewers specifically credit skilled rehab or nursing teams for compassionate professionalism during care and recovery. In the more positive accounts, residents are described as being kept comfortable, with administrators and front-line staff portrayed as present to address concerns.

caveat 7 reviews mention this

Care can feel understaffed

Several families describe staffing levels that limited how quickly help was provided.

Some reviewers report delays in getting assistance and describe care as subpar when help is needed. Multiple comments point to understaffing, including claims that call-for-help situations weren’t handled promptly and that residents weren’t checked on adequately. A few reviews also describe unprofessional interactions when seeking answers, and at least one reviewer says competent staff are the exception rather than the rule.

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Facility conditions raise major concerns

Reviews frequently criticize cleanliness and overall facility condition.

A recurring thread is dissatisfaction with the building’s condition and cleanliness, with multiple reviewers describing strong odors, dirty rooms, and concerns about unsanitary living conditions. Several accounts mention pests or infestations, and some describe incidents involving residents’ hygiene needs not being addressed. Even among less detailed complaints, reviewers describe the environment as decrepit or in poor shape, including references to appearance and maintenance outside the building.

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Features

Housing

  • 167 resident community capacity 167 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 part of Catonsville, Maryland offers a convenient and well-connected location with easy access to essential services such as pharmacies, hospitals, and physicians. With multiple pharmacy options within a short distance, seniors can easily manage their medication needs. Nearby hospitals and medical centers provide quality healthcare services, while various physicians' offices cater to different medical specialties. In terms of leisure activities, there are several restaurants, cafes, and parks in the area for seniors to enjoy. Additionally, reliable transportation options like the Amtrak/MARC station and car rental services make it convenient for seniors to travel or run errands.Overall, this part of Catonsville provides a well-rounded environment that caters to the needs of senior residents seeking a vibrant community with accessible amenities.

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (0.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)
  • Rite Aid (4.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A (0.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • The Trolley Stop (3.2 miles)
  • Manor Hill Tavern (3.5 miles)
  • Phoenix Upper Main (3.6 miles)
  • Corinthian Lounge & Restaurant (4 miles)
  • Auntie Anne's (4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Spring Grove Hospital Center (1 miles)
  • Sheppard Pratt Health System (3.4 miles)
  • University of Maryland Medical Center (5.9 miles)
  • Baltimore VA Medical Center (5.9 miles)
  • UMMC Midtown Campus (6.3 miles)
  • Sinai Hospital Of Baltimore (6.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Saint Agnes Medical Group: Maryland Cardiovascular Specialists - Catonsville (1.6 miles)
  • Wilkens Medical Center (2 miles)
  • University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute (2.9 miles)
  • Pine Heights Integrative Health (3.1 miles)
  • South Baltimore County Medical Center | Kaiser Permanente (3.5 miles)
  • Omni Eye Specialists (4.2 miles)
  • NeuroCare Center (4.5 miles)

Parks

  • Patapsco Valley State Park (3.3 miles)
  • Rash Field (6.6 miles)
  • Centennial Park (6.6 miles)
  • Federal Hill Park (6.7 miles)
  • David Force Park (7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Augustine's Church (4.6 miles)
  • Bridgeway Community Church (5.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (5.2 miles)
  • Tous Les Jours (5.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.7 miles)
  • Ceremony Coffee Roasters (6.3 miles)
  • Dooby's (6.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak/MARC - BWI Rail Station (6.2 miles)
  • Penn Station (6.7 miles)
  • Avis Rent A Car (7.1 miles)
  • Hertz Rent A Car (7.1 miles)

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