Worth Considering
3
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Towson, Maryland
3 of 8 nursing homes in Towson (38%) meet our strict criteria. The Maryland statewide average is 29%.
3 recommended · 3 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
799
across 8 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$85,876 in combined fines
Zero Fines
6
/8
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 3?
The nursing home market in Towson, Maryland, is adequate, with 8 facilities available and 3 recommended, representing 38%. Families should be aware that while EDENWALD stands out with top ratings, 2 facilities have incurred a total of $75,840 in fines, warranting caution.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 EDENWALD (93) — Edenwald shines with a Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With no fines and a Grade A, this for-profit facility offers a reliable environment for its 70 residents, ensuring both comfort and safety.
- 2 CHESTNUT GRN HLTH CTR BLAKEHUR (90) — Chestnut Green Health Center Blakehur stands out with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its dedication to excellent care. With 43 beds and no fines, this for-profit partnership prioritizes resident satisfaction and safety, making it a top choice in Towson.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 3 COMPLETE CARE AT MULTI MEDICAL CENTER LLC (80) — Complete Care at Multi Medical Center LLC offers a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, indicating strong performance in quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility accommodates 118 residents, focusing on comprehensive health services and comfort.
The other 5 Towson facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $85K.
Recommended
Edenwald shines with a Trust Score of 93/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, highlighting its commitment to quality care. With no fines and a Grade A, this for-profit facility offers a reliable environment for its 70 residents, ensuring both comfort and safety.
Chestnut Green Health Center Blakehur stands out with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a perfect CMS 5★ rating, reflecting its dedication to excellent care. With 43 beds and no fines, this for-profit partnership prioritizes resident satisfaction and safety, making it a top choice in Towson.
Complete Care at Multi Medical Center LLC offers a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, indicating strong performance in quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility accommodates 118 residents, focusing on comprehensive health services and comfort.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Towson Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 5?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $85,876
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Towson Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Towson's city average is 3.8 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 8 Towson facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Towson avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Towson facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Towson, MD are recommended?
3 of 8 nursing homes in Towson (38%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Towson "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Towson?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.