Althea Woodland Nursing Home
1000 Daleview Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Silver Spring has thirteen skilled nursing homes, with nine rated by Medicare. The average overall rating is 3.4 stars, meaning most homes fall below the four-star mark. Five homes rate four stars or better, but two score two stars or lower. This shows significant variation; families should check specific facility ratings before deciding.
Staffing averages 3.9 nursing hours per resident daily, with only 0.7 hours from a registered nurse. Annual nursing turnover is 29%, indicating frequent staff changes that can disrupt care continuity. High occupancy at 90% suggests many facilities operate near full capacity, potentially limiting options during admission.
Montgomery County has seven hospitals, including Holy Cross Hospital with an emergency department. The statewide average cost for a shared room is $89,060 yearly, though this isn't specific to Silver Spring. Families should weigh the Medicare ratings, staffing levels, and hospital access when choosing. Always verify current ratings on Medicare.gov as scores can change.