St. Joseph's Ministries

    331 S Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD 21727
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing
    3.8ยท4 reviews

    Caring nurses helped mom recover

    My mom came here for rehab and is doing very well - the nurses, especially Carol, gave amazing, caring support that really helped her recover. The facility is clean, residents are warm, and the staff's caring hearts make this a very good choice for rehab or nursing care; I highly recommend it.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

    Schedule a Tour

    Date of Tour
    Time Window
    Tour Type

    You selected in-person tour on in the

    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    Reviews

    3.75ยท(4)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.7
    • Staff

      4.7
    • Meals

      3.8
    • Amenities

      3.8
    • Value

      3.8

    Pros

    • compassionate and caring staff
    • excellent nursing care
    • effective rehabilitation services
    • clean facility
    • highly recommended for rehab and nursing care
    • personal praise for staff member Carol
    • supportive resident community
    • life-saving/critical care success

    Cons

    • under-staffed

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment in the reviews is strongly positive, with repeated praise for the clinical care, rehabilitative outcomes, and the personal compassion of staff. Multiple reviewers single out the nursing team as "amazing," describe individual staff (Carol) as wonderful, and report concrete outcomes such as a family member doing very well after rehab and one reviewer crediting care with saving their mother's life. The dominant impression is of a facility that provides high-quality clinical and rehabilitative services and that earns strong family trust and recommendations for nursing or short-term rehab stays.

    Care quality and clinical outcomes are the most frequently highlighted strengths. Reviews emphasize effective rehabilitation services and nursing care; phrases such as "rehabilitation," "moment mom is doing very well," and "care helped save mom" point to successful therapy programs and attentive nursing interventions. The frequency and intensity of these comments suggest consistent, outcome-focused clinical practices that reassure families and contribute to strong word-of-mouth endorsements for rehab and skilled nursing care.

    Staff and interpersonal care form another core theme. Reviewers repeatedly describe staff as wonderful, amazing, and very caring, even using emotive language like "caring hearts." The mention of a specific employee by name (Carol) indicates that some staff members make a particularly strong positive impression on families. This pattern suggests a culture of empathy and individualized attention among caregivers, which complements the facility's clinical strengths.

    Facility and community notes are also positive: the building/setting is described as clean, and reviewers mention wonderful residents, implying a pleasant, respectful living environment and a good social atmosphere. These comments reinforce the perception of a well-maintained facility that fosters a supportive resident community.

    The primary concern raised across the summaries is understaffing. Although reviewers praise staff dedication and care quality, one or more comments explicitly note that the facility is under-staffed. This creates a nuanced picture: staff perform admirably and are compassionate, but staffing levels may sometimes be stretched. That concern could affect response times, staff availability for non-clinical activities, or the workload of caregivers, and is worth confirming with the facility directly.

    There is little to no information in these summaries about dining, organized activities, administrative responsiveness, or long-term management practices. Because those areas are not addressed in the provided reviews, they cannot be assessed from this dataset; prospective residents and families should request details or observe these aspects during a visit.

    In sum, the reviews portray St. Joseph's Ministries as an excellent choice for short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing care, with standout nursing and therapy outcomes, consistently compassionate staff, a clean environment, and a positive resident community. The main caveat is a reported understaffing issue that could intermittently affect service capacity; prospective families should verify current staffing levels, ask about staff-to-resident ratios, and observe daily operations during a tour to ensure the fit meets their expectations.

    Reviews written on Mirador

    We have no reviews to show about St. Joseph's Ministries.

    Help other families by writing a review about your experience with this community.

    Location

    Map showing location of St. Joseph's Ministries

    St. Joseph's Ministries is located at 331 S Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD, 21727.

    About St. Joseph's Ministries

    St. Joseph's Ministries sits in Emmitsburg, MD, offering care for people dealing with chronic illnesses, those needing long-term support, or folks who might need some short-term rehabilitation now and then, and they do this across two main areas they call St. Catherine's Neighborhood and St. Vincent's Neighborhood, which is kind of nice because each neighborhood gives residents a sense of community in a smaller setting, and there's even St. Joseph's Place, a residence there for those looking for a more personal care home experience. You'll find services for skilled nursing care around the clock, memory care for people with Alzheimer's or dementia, assisted living support like help with meals and getting dressed, and they even do respite care if someone needs a break now and again, plus for people who just can't be on their own all the time but also don't need hospital-level care, the long-term non-acute care here can work pretty well since it's often less expensive than full nursing home stays. The care team here is made up of CNAs, LPNs, and RNs, and there are job opportunities for caregivers in nursing if anyone's looking, and even though they don't accept Medicare, they do hold a Residential Service Agency license in Maryland, which means local officials keep an eye on things and do surveys to check how the facility is running. St. Joseph's Ministries has some extra services on hand, like physical therapy, crisis intervention, case management, hospice, adult day care for those who only need care part of the day, and counseling, and the place pays attention to spiritual, emotional, and physical wellness, often offering a quiet and peaceful atmosphere for folks needing reflection or spiritual growth, so the residents find a mix of comfort and routine. There's plenty to do, with community-sponsored activities, resident-run clubs, day trips, and daily planned events, plus amenities like a beauty salon, a computer center, a gaming room, a fitness and wellness center, a garden and outdoor spaces, and a small library, so folks stay busy if they want to. People live in fully furnished rooms, which have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, Wi-Fi, cable, and some have kitchenettes, so it feels a bit like home, and for those seeking more independence, the Lutheran Retirement Village at Utz Terrace, which is connected to St. Joseph's Ministries, has cottages and apartments for independent living, in addition to a 35-plus-bed skilled care center and an adult day center. Practical help like housekeeping, linen services, on-site lab work, regular meals, memory-enhancing activities, and transportation to appointments gets offered, and the staff take care to treat everyone with dignity, love, compassion, and respect, all within a community that focuses on personal safety and health, and there are also services for home care, rehabilitation, and wellness, often working with partners like Ascension Health and Lutheran Social Service for broader outreach and assistance, ensuring residents and their families get peace of mind. The organization's activities reach out even further through educational programs, general and family medical services, and even some government-subsidized housing, and they support residents in a way that tries to promote each person's well-being and empowerment.

    People often ask...

    St. Joseph's Ministries offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

    The full address for this community is 331 S Seton Ave, Emmitsburg, MD 21727.

    No, St. Joseph's Ministries does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

    Disclaimer

    Mirador Living is not affiliated with the owner or operator(s) of St. Joseph's Ministries. The information above has not been verified or approved by the owner or operator. For exact information, please contact St. Joseph's Ministries directly. There is no cost for this service. We are compensated by the community you select.

    Are you an owner or operator of this community?

    Claim this listing to receive messages from prospective customers and manage your community page.

    Nearby Communities

    Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

    1. 6 facilities$3,881/mo
    2. 4 facilities$3,881/mo
    3. 2 facilities$4,991/mo
    4. 2 facilities$4,991/mo
    5. 7 facilities$4,043/mo
    6. 6 facilities$4,274/mo
    7. 6 facilities$4,274/mo
    8. 9 facilities$4,274/mo
    9. 9 facilities
    10. 7 facilities$4,816/mo
    11. 9 facilities
    12. 9 facilities$4,274/mo
    ยฉ 2026 Mirador Living