Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks in Clinton, MD

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  • Interior

    A well-equipped physical therapy room featuring exercise equipment such as balance bars and a fitness ball.

  • Outdoors

    A group of healthcare workers in purple uniforms take a selfie outdoors, all wearing masks.

  • Decor

    A decorated indoor space set up for a party with purple and orange accents.

  • Building

    Main entrance with glass doors showcasing a modern architectural design.

  • Bedroom

    A tidy hospital room with two single beds, wooden furniture, and decorative flowers.

  • Trees

    A peaceful parking area surrounded by trees and buildings, showcasing the beauty of autumn.

  • Landscaping

    A serene view of a park with pathways and buildings surrounded by autumn foliage.

  • Exterior

    A side view of a brick building with sunlight casting shadows, featuring decorative overhangs and landscaped surroundings.

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks in Clinton, MD

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks is a nursing home community in Clinton, MD.

Information last verified:

7520 Surratts Road, Clinton, MD 20735

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

4.4 from 119 reviews
5 stars
90
4 stars
13
3 stars
4
2 stars
3
1 stars
9

Overall Review of Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bradford Oaks

caveat 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and odors vary

Cleanliness and odors are a recurring point of disagreement in the reviews.

Some visitors describe the facility as clean and free of bad odors, including comments about a well-maintained building and a fresh, neat feel. Others report strong cleanliness concerns, from ongoing sanitation issues and a urine smell to roaches in a room. A few reviews also point to dirty linens or gowns and say basic upkeep was not handled to expectations. Because the feedback is split, families may want to evaluate the current condition in person during a visit.

common 6 reviews mention this

Staff attention and communication matter

Residents’ families frequently mention responsiveness and communication during care.

Across the reviews, many describe staff as attentive—checking in during visits, giving clear answers, and helping with day-to-day needs. Several also highlight communication as a strength, including informative care plan meetings and follow-up when questions came up. A smaller number of reviews raise the opposite concern, such as worries that a resident was not being kept informed about health changes and complaints about how issues were handled. Overall, communication is an area families seem to weigh carefully.

differentiator 8 reviews mention this

Activities and Donna are a highlight

Activity programming, especially Donna, is repeatedly described as a bright spot.

Many reviews specifically call out the activity director and say residents are engaged on a daily basis. The name Donna comes up often, with multiple mentions of creative group activities, games, and organized events like teas and church-related outreach. Several visitors describe seeing residents enjoy these activities and return to ask about upcoming events. At the same time, a few reviews focus more on medical concerns and do not mention activities, so it appears strongest in visitor accounts that attended events.

common 4 reviews mention this

Rehabilitation and therapies supported

Residents receive rehabilitation support through therapies that families notice.

Reviews mention rehabilitation outcomes and therapy support, including a praised PT team helping someone work on walking. Other visitors describe care while a loved one was in rehabilitation and say they were being taken care of during that process. One review also says the facility provides dialysis on-site, alongside physical and occupational therapy. While most comments are positive about therapy involvement, at least one rehab-related review includes complaints that care expectations were not met.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food quality is a frequent complaint

Food quality shows up as a recurring concern in the reviews.

Some visitors describe dining positively, such as enjoying the main dining room atmosphere and using real linen. But multiple reviews focus on problems with meals, including needing more seasoning, food being disappointing as the worst part, and reports of a disgusting or poorly handled meal. There are also mentions of medication not being given as expected alongside meal dissatisfaction. Given this split, families may want to ask how meals are prepared and handled for individual needs.

How we summarize

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

Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National (11 miles away) Ronald Reagan Washington National (11 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • 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
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

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

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Clinton, Maryland, this area offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle down. With several hospitals nearby such as MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center and Pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS within a short distance, residents have easy access to healthcare services and medications. There are also various dining options ranging from fast food chains like McDonald's to casual dining at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, there are several places of worship including Maryland Gospel Assembly and St Marys Catholic Church. Additionally, the presence of parks like Mellwood Park and Cedarville State Forest provides opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this part of Clinton offers a mix of healthcare facilities, dining choices, places of worship, and green spaces making it a well-rounded community for seniors to consider for living.

Hospitals

  • MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center (0.2 miles)
  • Riverside Medical District Heights (7.1 miles)
  • St Elizabeths Hospital (9 miles)
  • Civista Medical Center (9.2 miles)
  • Precision Orthopedics and Sports Medicine (9.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.4 miles)
  • Shoppers Food & Pharmacy (6.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.2 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.5 miles)
  • Hip Hop Fish & Chicken (2.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.7 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.9 miles)
  • Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen (5.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (8 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (8.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (8.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Maryland Gospel Assembly (2.4 miles)
  • St Marys Catholic Church (5.9 miles)
  • Lifepoint Church (8.2 miles)
  • Saint Peters Catholic Church (9.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Childrens Pediatricians (4.9 miles)
  • Weinstein Eye Associates (8.3 miles)
  • Patient First - Waldorf (8.3 miles)
  • Dr Weinstein (9 miles)
  • Said M Ali MD (9.2 miles)
  • Tahir Sait (9.2 miles)
  • Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics (9.3 miles)

Theaters

  • Xscape 14 (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • Mellwood Park (5.3 miles)
  • Marlton Community Park (6 miles)
  • Pinefield (7 miles)
  • Cedarville State Forest (7.6 miles)
  • Waterfront Park (9.5 miles)

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