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4.1 from 124 reviews
5 stars
84
4 stars
11
3 stars
3
2 stars
6
1 stars
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Overall Review of Manor Care Health Services -Silver Spring
differentiator15 reviews mention this
Social workers and activities stand out
Social workers and activities staff are repeatedly described as responsive and supportive.
Multiple reviewers highlight specific support from the social worker and activities team, describing frequent check-ins, help with questions, and guidance for families. Several mention that staff like Bebe and Shondell made communication easier and helped arrange needs such as transportation. Reviews also describe activities that keep residents engaged, including organized events and resident-friendly programming.
caveat17 reviews mention this
Cleanliness is a mixed picture
Cleaning and odors come up repeatedly, with experiences ranging from good to concerning.
Some reviewers say the facility looks clean and well maintained, including rooms, common areas, and housekeeping. Others describe strong odors, sticky or dirty bathroom floors, and rooms that feel unsanitary, with claims ranging from dirty bedding to visible grime. Because both viewpoints appear in the reviews, cleanliness seems uneven depending on time and area.
common6 reviews mention this
Food quality and diet support vary
Dining experiences and diet support are uneven in reviews.
Some residents and families mention positive dining experiences, including that food is enjoyable or that the dietary team works to meet needs. Others report problems such as limited options for diabetic diets, difficulty getting medication on time, or slow responses from dietary staff. A few reviewers also note that the dining can feel less satisfying than expected.
common16 reviews mention this
Staff support feels personal
Reviewers often describe staff as caring, friendly, and willing to help.
Across many reviews, families describe approachable staff who treat residents with respect and spend time addressing day-to-day needs. Several specifically mention nurses and support staff helping with hygiene, comfort, and safety, and making visits feel smoother. At the same time, a smaller set of reviews raise concerns about neglect, inattention, or unresponsiveness, so the staff experience seems inconsistent depending on shift and case.
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Features
Housing
148 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 (15 miles away)
Baltimore-Washington International (17 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
Kaiser Permanente - Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
Walgreens (2.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.4 miles)
Herbiculture (3.5 miles)
Walgreens (4.4 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.9 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (5.1 miles)
Restaurants
McDonald's (0.9 miles)
McDonald's (1.7 miles)
Jollibee (5.6 miles)
First Watch (5.7 miles)
McDonald's (6.2 miles)
Looney's Pub (6.3 miles)
Denizens Brewing Co. (6.5 miles)
Places of Worship
College Park United Methodist Church (4.3 miles)
Christ Congregational Church (4.9 miles)
Saint Andrew Kim Catholic Church (7.2 miles)
Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (9.5 miles)
Transportation
Greenbelt Station (4.6 miles)
Greenbelt Metro Station (4.6 miles)
Glenmont Metro Station (5 miles)
Forest Glen Metro Station (5.7 miles)
College Park - University of Maryland Metro Station (6.3 miles)
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