Transitions Healthcare-Sykesville is a nursing home community in Sykesville, MD.
Information last verified:
7309 2nd Ave, Sykesville, MD 21784
To contact a resident: (410) 795-1100
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Some residents and families comment on strong hygiene and odor control.
A couple of reviews specifically address cleanliness in a direct way. One review notes the facility does not have a urine smell, while another describes a hallway with ongoing urine and feces odor. Other reviewers also mention cleanliness in general terms, but the strongest odor-focused comments go in opposite directions.
Families describe difficulty getting updates when problems arise.
Several families report they did not receive calls back or timely information after concerns were raised. One review says requests to speak with the nurse practitioner went unanswered for hours and that the facility only contacted them after a serious issue. Another review describes never receiving a call after their loved one was sent to the hospital, and a separate account repeats the theme of not getting follow-up communications.
Many reviewers highlight staff who are attentive to residents.
Reviews frequently include positive descriptions of staff engagement and day-to-day helpfulness. Some mention dedicated nursing attention and care that made a loved one feel respected and comfortable. Others describe supportive communication and responsiveness once they reach the right person, even while acknowledging the work is difficult.
Dining quality is sometimes praised and sometimes criticized.
A few reviewers mention no complaints about meals or say their loved one likes the food. At the same time, other reviews call out issues with food quality or specific dining support. One person also describes that diet needs were not consistently met, while others say accommodations were handled.
The area includes nearby restaurants, cafes, and parks.
For visitors, there are multiple nearby places to grab food or take a break, including restaurants and cafes within about half a mile to a couple miles. There are also parks nearby for outdoor time. This can make it easier to plan short stops around appointments or visits.
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Skilled Nursing Facility
Baltimore-Washington International (21 miles away)Transitions Healthcare-Sykesville is located at 7309 2nd Ave, Sykesville, MD 21784 in Howard County, Maryland
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