Assisted Living At Ravenwood

    1158 Luther Drive, Hagerstown, MD, 21740
    3.5 · 4 reviews
      AnonymousLoved one of resident
      4.0

      Lovely rehab, excellent staff, small

      I brought my mom here for rehab and therapy and found the campus lovely, safe, clean, and beautifully decorated. The staff were warm and helpful-independent-living and therapy teams were excellent and the food was good-so I'd recommend it for short-term rehabilitation. It's a small, not-very-active community with an occasional odor, so it wasn't the right long-term fit for my mom.

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      3.50 · 4 reviews

      Overall rating

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      5. 1
      • Care

        3.5
      • Staff

        4.5
      • Meals

        4.0
      • Amenities

        5.0
      • Value

        3.5

      Pros

      • Lovely campus
      • Safe campus
      • Warm and friendly staff
      • Supportive staff during recovery/therapy
      • Clean facility
      • Beautifully decorated
      • Many activity options available
      • Independence encouraged
      • Strong independent living
      • Skilled rehabilitation and therapy services
      • Good food
      • Recommended for rehabilitation

      Cons

      • Occasional odor reported
      • Not very active according to some reviewers
      • Small community size
      • May not be a good fit for all residents

      Summary review

      Overall sentiment across the reviews for Assisted Living At Ravenwood is largely positive, with particular strength shown in staff quality, rehabilitation services, and the physical environment. Multiple reviewers highlight a warm, friendly staff who support residents through recovery and therapy, and at least one reviewer explicitly recommended the facility for rehabilitation. The facility is described as clean and beautifully decorated, and the campus is repeatedly called lovely and safe. These consistent mentions suggest a well-maintained, attractive property that prioritizes resident comfort and safety.

      Care quality and staffing emerge as a clear strength. Reviewers frequently mention helpful, nice, or great staff and note that therapy and rehabilitation services are effective — for example, a family member reported their mom was recovering and receiving therapy and was eligible for assisted living release. This indicates competent clinical or restorative care and attentive staff during transitions. The emphasis on independence and “superior independent living” in some reviews suggests the facility supports autonomy for residents who can manage at a higher level of independence while still providing supportive services when needed.

      Facilities and dining receive positive commentary as well. The property is characterized as clean and attractively decorated, which contributes to an overall pleasant environment. Dining is mentioned favorably in at least one review that specifically notes good food. The campus being described as safe reinforces a sense of security that prospective residents and families often prioritize.

      Activity programming is a mixed theme. Several reviews cite many activity options, implying a robust calendar of engagement opportunities. However, at least one reviewer felt the community was “not very active,” a contradiction that could reflect variability in participation, differences between advertised programming and actual resident engagement, or individual expectations. This variability may also be linked to the facility’s smaller community size, which some reviewers note. A smaller population can limit the diversity and frequency of social programming or create quieter communal life that won’t suit everyone.

      Notable concerns are limited but important to acknowledge. One reviewer mentioned an odor, which may be an isolated or intermittent issue but is worth verifying during an in-person visit. The small community size and comments that the place was “not a good fit for mom” indicate that while the facility suits many residents (especially those seeking rehabilitation or independent living with supportive services), it might not meet the needs or preferences of every individual. Fit appears to be a key factor: the overall positive environment and staff may appeal to many, but activity levels, community size, or personal preferences could lead some families to look elsewhere.

      In summary, Assisted Living At Ravenwood appears to offer a clean, attractive, and safe campus with warm, supportive staff and solid rehabilitation services. Strengths include staff responsiveness, therapy programs, encouragement of independence, and pleasant facilities and dining. Areas to investigate further during a tour include actual day-to-day activity engagement, the impact of the small community size on social life, and any occasional maintenance or odor issues. Prospective residents and families should weigh the facility’s strong clinical and environmental qualities against the possibility that it may not suit those seeking a very large or highly active community.

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      About Assisted Living At Ravenwood

      Assisted Living at Ravenwood, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a large senior living community with 49 beds for elderly residents, offering services that fit people who need some help with daily activities or more hands-on care as time goes on, and you'll find that the community manages to balance safety, comfort, and the chance for people to stay active and social, with experienced staff available around the clock for emergencies, which can give peace of mind to families. Residents get help with dressing, bathing, toileting, transfers-like getting from bed to a wheelchair-and medication management, and there's always someone awake at night, and folks needing insulin shots or help from two people for transfers are welcome to check about those specific options because not every service is always available for everyone. Meals here are home-cooked and served either once or twice daily, with three meals commonly offered, and the kitchen can handle special diets for diabetes, hypertension, allergies, and vegetarian needs, while professional chefs and restaurant-style dining mean no one has to worry about cooking unless they want to use room options that come fitted with kitchenettes or full kitchens. The facility accommodates residents with different room types including studios and one-bedroom units, and all rooms may have features like Wi-Fi internet, telephone, air conditioning, ground floor access, and handicap accessibility. Residents don't have to worry about chores since housekeeping, laundry, and even dry cleaning are handled by the staff, and move-in help is available to make things easier when someone first arrives.

      The place feels home-like with common indoor spaces, a dining room, private dining area, a café or bistro, a garden, walking paths, and even an arts room and game areas for everyone to enjoy. There's a library for quiet reading time and a barber or beauty parlor for regular trims or styling, plus a mobile hairdresser can come in if needed. Amenities sometimes include a spa, sauna or wellness room, and you'll find outdoor spaces where residents can visit or join activities, which are planned every day-activities like movie nights, exercise sessions, craft programs, music programs, and community events, and if someone wants more, there's music therapy, animal therapy, tabletop games, and trips outside for shopping or doctor appointments, even rides to spiritual services if that matters to them. Health and wellness are important, so there's regular schedules for exercise and healthcare, and staff keeps a focus on promoting energy and movement so seniors can feel their best.

      Those who live at Ravenwood get personalized care plans, and the support changes as their needs change, whether they need simple reminders, more help, or specialized nursing for things like diabetes, medication, or incontinence. There's a 24-hour call system for safety, respite or short-term stays for those who need recovery time or a break for caregivers, and various pricing and fee structures depending on stay length or care type, including community and daily respite fees. Memory care is also available for those with dementia, and while those services can be more expensive, they come with tailored support. Residents here don't have to make their own meals or worry about preparing food; guest meals are available, and there are allergy-sensitive, gluten-free, kosher, no sugar, low/no sodium, and vegetarian options. There are community, resident-run, and scheduled daily events to support friendship and involvement, and care is always compassionate, with a welcoming, nurturing atmosphere that doesn't sacrifice dignity or independence. Ravenwood is a part of Diakon, which has a mission of charitable care and gracious hospitality, and people can expect thoughtful, individualized service in a setting that feels both active and safe, with special features like an emergency alert system and full range of health, lifestyle, and support services for seniors who want or need them.

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