Residents and families frequently describe the staff as professional, friendly, and responsive.
Across reviews, people repeatedly say the staff members are welcoming, attentive, and make them feel taken care of during visits. Several reviewers also mention specific staff working to address needs and keep families informed about care plans. A smaller number of negative reviews describe the opposite experience, including periods when assistance and supervision did not feel consistent.
common10 reviews mention this
Cleanliness and odor are mixed
Many reviewers say the facility is clean, but some report strong odor issues.
Many reviews describe a clean, well-kept environment, including comments about hallways being spotless and rooms smelling pleasant. At the same time, a few reviews mention strong urine odor and cleanliness problems during visits or initial stays. One reviewer also describes the odor improving after maintenance was contacted, suggesting concerns can be addressed when reported.
caveat9 reviews mention this
Care communication can be slow
Some families say communication and follow-through were slow or difficult.
Several reviews praise staff for being willing to answer questions and communicate about goals and care updates. Others describe difficulty getting in touch, limited responsiveness outside of visits, and delays in addressing problems. In one negative account, the reviewer also raises concerns about call bell response and nighttime attention to basic needs, while a correction later notes concerns were addressed after learning the right points of contact.
common7 reviews mention this
Activities help residents stay engaged
Residents and families commonly mention scheduled activities that keep people engaged.
Reviews frequently point to the activity schedule as a positive part of staying at the facility, including entertainment and resident social time. Some reviewers also credit staff with encouraging residents to participate and not feeling bored. While most comments are upbeat, a few negative reviews focus on care environment and staffing rather than the activities themselves.
common4 reviews mention this
Dining and nutrition support comes up
Meal preparation and dietary support are mentioned, especially for diabetes needs.
Several reviews mention nutrition and meal-related support, including attention to eating, hydration, and accommodating dietary needs. One reviewer highlights coordination with diet and the chef around a diabetic diet. In general, dining shows up less often than staff and cleanliness in the reviews, but it is still part of what families evaluate.
caveat2 reviews mention this
Memory care placement raises concerns
Some reviews describe problems tied to locked memory-care placement.
At least one family review describes being concerned about an initial memory-care placement, including questions about why it was needed and issues with phone access and call response. The same review also describes follow-up after those concerns were raised, including maintenance fixing the call button and later room and roommate changes tied to health and comfort. A separate review mentions memory-care-related supervision issues as part of a broader complaint.
How we summarize
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Features
Housing
116 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Ronald Reagan Washington National (14 miles away)
Washington Dulles International (22 miles away)
Baltimore-Washington International (24 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.3 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.9 miles)
Parks
Winding Creek Local Park (0.6 miles)
Georgian Forest Park & Tennis Courts (1.7 miles)
Falls Road Park (5.3 miles)
Rock Creek Regional Park (5.3 miles)
Chevy Chase Park (5.4 miles)
Rock Creek Park (6.4 miles)
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park (7.5 miles)
Transportation
Glenmont Metro Station (1.5 miles)
Twinbrook Metro Station (2.2 miles)
Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro Station (2.4 miles)
Hertz Rent A Car (2.8 miles)
Forest Glen Metro Station (3.5 miles)
Rockville Metro Station (4 miles)
Medical Center Metro Station (4.2 miles)
Restaurants
Jollibee (1.8 miles)
McDonald's (2.2 miles)
Silver Diner (2.3 miles)
McDonald's (2.7 miles)
Founding Farmers (4.1 miles)
Menchie's Westfield Montgomery Mall (4.2 miles)
Sichuan Pavilion (4.4 miles)
Physicians
Potomac Valley Orthopedic (3.2 miles)
Capitol Medical Group (4.4 miles)
Montgomery Internal Medicine (6.5 miles)
The Centers For Advanced Orthopaedics (6.6 miles)
Occupational Health Consultants (6.7 miles)
Potomac Pediatrics (7.2 miles)
Mary's Center (8.2 miles)
Hospitals
Holy Cross Hospital (3.8 miles)
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center (7 miles)
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