Cheltenham Oaks Assisted Living sits out in Croom, Maryland, and you'll find it on a quiet area called 9603 Allerton Terrace with a small, close-knit group since the community holds just 8 beds in studio, semi-private, and one-bedroom layouts, where folks can get assisted living, nursing home, memory care, independent living, skilled nursing, and even home care services, because they say they want to help with just about every stage of senior life whether someone needs a little help with daily chores, bathing, or getting dressed, right on through to more involved care for folks living with dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, or incontinence, so there's always licensed nurses and senior home care providers around to help out and keep an eye on everyone. Every room has emergency alert systems and folks have access to regular health checks, scheduled bathroom reminders, medication management, housekeeping, laundry-including a bit of dry cleaning at times-and transportation options, so getting to your doctor or joining a scheduled outing is usually covered, and there's always someone making food with dietary needs in mind, like for diabetes or allergies, and the dining options include both private and group meals when folks want the company or a quieter meal.
There's a greenhouse and walking paths out in the yard where residents can enjoy nature, a fitness section to keep moving, and inside there's large screen TVs, a dining room, and spaces for scheduled activities like movie nights, community events, and cognitive programs meant to keep minds sharp-especially for those with memory loss. The staff includes a dedicated family advisor, and the management keeps in good touch with both residents and their families while working with local healthcare providers-like podiatrists, therapists, optometrists, geriatric doctors, and more-who will come into the community when needed, which often gives families peace of mind knowing care decisions don't get delayed. Folks say management is always around and pays attention to residents' well-being, offering comfort and a home-like feel, though it's also true online reviews of the place vary a lot, with some people saying the care's great and others expressing big concerns, shown by a rating as low as 1 out of 10 in one spot but a perfect 5.0 on another review. Residents get daily meals, cleaning, dry cleaning, scheduled activities, and assisted living support for mobility or other needs, but what sets Cheltenham Oaks apart, really, is the very small, personal nature of the setting and the hands-on approach from the staff, so people aren't just a number and can usually get quick responses to health needs, plenty of supervision, and regular check-ins, and if something changes in someone's health, the team's ready to create a new care plan in coordination with doctors.
The home aims for a quiet, comfortable feeling and encourages everyone to join in community events, social outings, or just sit and chat in a welcoming atmosphere, and with the low number of residents, it really can feel more like a big family than a facility, even if that means it's not for everyone, especially those who prefer more bustle or bigger amenities. Meals are prepared onsite with attention to dietary restrictions and preferences, and residents often help with gardening or walk the paths when weather's nice, so while it's not the fanciest or most modern place you'll find, it does offer a lot for people who prefer a practical, personal environment with a pretty tight-knit group and careful, regular care.
