Best Skilled Nursing in Ellicott City, Maryland
7 communities found
Ellicott City has 7 skilled nursing options, all residential, with an average rating of 4 based on 6 rated communities and 416 reviews read. Medicare star data covers 3 of these communities, averaging 3.3 stars, with one earning 5 stars and one earning 1 star. Common amenities include housekeeping, medication management, laundry service, 24-hour staff and emergency call systems, each found at all 7 communities.
- 7communities
- 4average rating, 6 rated
- 416family reviews read
Capital City Nurses - Columbia
Ellicott City, Maryland
5(5)
Home health
Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.5(28)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lorien Encore
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.4(218)
Assisted LivingRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Lighthouse Senior Living - Ellicott City
Ellicott City, Maryland
4.4(39)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
MSM Healthcare Services LLC
Ellicott City, Maryland
Home health
Shangri-La Assisted Living
Ellicott City, Maryland
2.8(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Ellicott City Healthcare Center
Ellicott City, Maryland
2.8(115)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Ellicott City
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Capital City Nurses - Columbia
5 (5 reviews)· Home Health, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
This home health and hospice agency earns a perfect 5-star rating, with families calling its care coordinators reliable, responsive and knowledgeable.
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Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant
4.5 (28 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 16 units
Some families praise the smooth move from independent living to compassionate assisted living and dementia care, while others report capacity shortages and unexpected costs.
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4.4 (218 reviews)· Assisted Living, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 91 units
Reviewers describe a well-run rehabilitation and skilled nursing community, praising Parkinson's care, fast staff response times and strong therapy support.
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Lighthouse Senior Living - Ellicott City
4.4 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most families describe a warm, family-like community with attentive staff and strong activities, though some recent reviews raise staffing and leadership concerns.
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2.8 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews are mixed but often note strong personal care, lower costs than nearby facilities, and attentive staff over many years.
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Ellicott City Healthcare Center
2.8 (115 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 182 units
Most reviewers describe serious staffing and quality-of-care concerns, though one family praised the admissions team during a relative's transfer.
What families say about skilled nursing in Ellicott City
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Ellicott City communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted at 86% of the 7 communities, and medical or nursing care, mentioned at 57%. Food and dining and activities each come up at 43%, while value for money is mentioned at 29%. On the concern side, staff attitude is raised at 71%, communication with families and cost or billing each at 43%, and staffing levels or turnover at 29%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 86%
- Medical and nursing care 57%
- Food and dining 43%
- Activities and social life 43%
- Value for money 29%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 71%
- Communication with families 43%
- Cost and billing 43%
- Staffing levels and turnover 29%
“My dad has gotten the best care here. This is his second time being here for rehabilitation. All of the staff members are friendly, polite and very contentious of their patients. I would recommend Lorien Encore to anyone/everyone”
“Very nice place and amenities. Loved the residents' art in the hallways. Two nice strollable gardens. Attending physicians. Hair and nail salon. Rooms a little small but adequate.”
Skilled Nursing in Ellicott City: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: housekeeping (7), medication management (7), laundry service (7), 24-hour staff (7), emergency call system (7), on-site nurse (rn) (6).
How families pay for skilled nursing in Maryland
Most Maryland families cover assisted living, memory care and independent living with private funds first, often drawing on savings and the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, where a family holds a policy, can also help offset monthly costs, though coverage varies by policy and it's worth reviewing the terms early. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that can be applied toward the cost of care in these settings.
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Skilled Nursing near Ellicott City
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catonsville5 mi | 35 | 4.3 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Columbia5 mi | 23 | 4.6 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Randallstown7 mi | 28 | 4.2 / 5 | 7 mi |
| Pikesville8.8 mi | 23 | 4.6 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
| Owings Mills9.5 mi | 9 | 4.2 / 5 | 9.5 mi |
| Baltimore11.4 mi | 127 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.4 mi |
| Laurel12 mi | 8 | 4.5 / 5 | 12 mi |
| Sykesville12.5 mi | 10 | 4.2 / 5 | 12.5 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Ellicott City, 416 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Ellicott City ask about.
- Home Care in Maryland: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Ellicott City: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Ellicott City, Maryland?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 skilled nursing long term care communities in Ellicott City, Maryland, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Ellicott City are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Capital City Nurses - Columbia (5★, 5 ratings), Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant (4.5★, 28 ratings), Lorien Encore (4.4★, 218 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Ellicott City?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Ellicott City has assisted living (19 communities), independent living (10 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (7 communities), at-home care (6 communities), home health (6 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Ellicott City?
Families rate Ellicott City skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 416 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Ellicott City skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Ellicott City communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 86%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 57%), food and dining (mentioned for 43%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (71%), communication with families (43%), cost and billing (43%).
How do Ellicott City nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Ellicott City carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.7 out of 5. 2 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
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