Wilson Health Care Center

    301 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care
    • Skilled Nursing

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    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

    4.04·(46)

    Overall rating

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

      3.6
    • Staff

      3.5
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      4.3
    • Value

      4.0

    Pros

    • Compassionate, respectful caregiving staff
    • Strong occupational and physical therapy program
    • Knowledgeable medication-management staff
    • Attentive multidisciplinary rehabilitation team
    • High-quality, homemade-style meals
    • Clean, attractive, home-like facility
    • Robust activities and outings program
    • Proactive family communication and updates
    • Convenient location with 24/7 parking
    • Personalized one-on-one attention available

    Cons

    • Inconsistent nursing responsiveness and timeliness
    • Gaps in medication administration and oversight
    • Sanitation and incontinence-care concerns
    • Variable therapy intensity and availability
    • Inadequate discharge planning and coordination
    • Communication gaps between staff, families, and physicians
    • Staffing variability during weekends and holidays
    • Limited language-access support
    • Limited visitation-policy flexibility during infection-control events

    Summary of reviews

    Reviews for Wilson Health Care Center describe a facility with clear strengths in rehabilitation, caregiving culture, dining, and communal life, alongside operational weaknesses that families should evaluate before placement. Positive accounts consistently highlight an engaged therapy staff (occupational and physical therapy) and a multidisciplinary team that can support strong functional recoveries. Many reviewers praised specific caregivers and therapists for professionalism, compassion, and thorough knowledge of medications, and noted a clean, attractive, home-like environment with convenient parking.

    Care quality and staff behavior appear mixed. Several reviewers described successful, attentive nursing and therapy interactions that supported recoveries and led to positive discharges. At the same time, a number of reviews raised concerns about inconsistent nursing responsiveness — delayed call-button response, missed medication follow-up, and lapses in basic personal-care routines were described. These item-level concerns point to broader operational weaknesses around staffing consistency, medication administration controls, and sanitation/incontinence-care processes. A few reviews also noted difficulties with communication tone and language barriers that complicated family interactions.

    Rehabilitation and therapy are frequently singled out as strengths. Many families credited the OT/PT teams with measurable improvement and effective discharge preparation. That said, some reviewers experienced minimal therapy or found therapy availability uneven, suggesting variability in therapy intensity or scheduling. Dining and activities received uniformly positive comments: meals (including homemade soups) and a varied activities program — day trips, group activities, and puzzles — contribute to a community feel and resident engagement.

    Facility and management themes are similarly mixed. The building and common areas were described as clean and pleasant, with a home-like atmosphere. Management responsiveness varies in the reviews: some families experienced helpful, proactive communication from interdisciplinary staff, while others reported rushed discharges, inadequate discharge coordination, or limited responsiveness from administrators after a clinical incident. Several reviewers also noted staffing slowdowns on weekends or holidays and restricted visitation rules during infection-control events, both of which affected family access and continuity of care in some cases.

    For prospective residents and families: the center offers strong rehabilitative resources, compassionate staff members, appealing dining, and active programming, but there are documented operational concerns around nursing consistency, medication oversight, sanitation practices, discharge planning, and language support. When evaluating the facility, consider asking about nurse-to-resident ratios, medication-administration protocols and oversight, sanitation and incontinence-care procedures, therapy schedules/expected intensity, discharge-planning processes, language-access services, visitation policies during infection-control events, and weekend/holiday staffing levels to clarify how the facility manages the issues cited by reviewers.

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    Medicare Ratings

    5·/ 5
    • Overall

    • Health Inspection

    • Staffing

    • Quality Measures

    Ratings from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (Care Compare). View on Medicare.gov

    Location

    Wilson Health Care Center is located at 301 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20877.

    About Wilson Health Care Center

    Wilson Health Care Center is a very large senior care facility that is part of a continuing care retirement community. With a capacity of 285 beds, it offers both short-term rehabilitation and long-term nursing care services under nonprofit, corporate ownership. The center is designed to address the diverse needs of its residents, providing daily medical assistance such as medication administration as well as support with non-medical activities like dressing, eating, and personal care. The facility participates in both Medicare and Medicaid, enabling a broader range of residents to benefit from its services.

    For individuals recovering from hospitalization, Wilson Health Care Center delivers a high standard of short-term rehabilitation, supported by a nurse staffing ratio of approximately four hours and ten minutes per resident each day. The center demonstrates a strong commitment to helping residents regain their independence, as reflected in a significant number who are able to return home following their stay. Advanced care and safety measures are in place to minimize falls and infections, while a majority of residents receive annual influenza vaccinations to promote health and well-being throughout the community.

    Long-term care at Wilson Health Care Center is also regarded highly, with staff dedicated to providing comprehensive assistance for those who need ongoing help with daily activities. The majority of long-term residents maintain the ability to self-care, including moving, eating, and other basic needs, thanks to programs and individualized care plans developed by a multidisciplinary team. The facility maintains consistent staffing throughout the week to ensure residents’ needs are met every day.

    In addition to robust medical and daily living support, Wilson Health Care Center places emphasis on maintaining the dignity and preferences of each resident. Personalized care plans are developed and routinely reviewed by health professionals to ensure all immediate and evolving needs are addressed within set timeframes, fostering a culture of respect and individualized attention. Nutrition and infection control are prioritized, with systems in place to provide sufficient and high-quality food as well as a comprehensive infection prevention program.

    Resident safety and comfort are further enhanced by regular health, fire, and safety inspections. The facility maintains high standards in food safety, medication management, and overall environment, swiftly addressing any issues that may arise. While occasional inspections have identified areas for improvement, these have been characterized as low in potential harm and affecting only a few residents, and have been promptly resolved.

    Wilson Health Care Center stands out in the region for its extensive capacity, comprehensive services, and ongoing commitment to the well-being and independence of its residents. Its dual focus on short-term recovery and long-term living, alongside a high level of nurse staffing and proactive health measures, helps create a supportive and empowering environment for seniors in need of medical or daily living assistance.

    People often ask...

    Wilson Health Care Center offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

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    Yes, Wilson Health Care Center allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 301 Russell Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877.

    No, Wilson Health Care Center 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.

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