3.8(28 ratings)· Cambridge average: 4.2
Part of Autumn Lake Healthcare · 47 communities · 4.2★ average
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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Cambridge, Maryland, where most reviewers praise the cleanliness, attentive staff, and rehabilitation outcomes for family members. However, one detailed account describes a serious lapse in respite care, including understaffing and hygiene neglect, alongside praise from other families for the same facility.
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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods is a senior living community in Cambridge, Maryland offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Social Activities and Housekeeping. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 28 reviews.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods is a skilled nursing facility located in Cambridge, Maryland, on the Eastern Shore. The community provides sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care around the clock for residents with complex medical conditions.
The facility features a team of physicians, nurses, and therapists who deliver medical care while emphasizing a vibrant quality of life. Advanced care programs for complex medical conditions are overseen by in-house, board-certified specialists.
Residents benefit from a daily schedule filled with activities and have access to both outdoor and indoor spaces for socializing. The community encourages an active lifestyle and maintains a warm, inviting atmosphere designed to feel like home.
Family members and friends are welcome to visit at any time. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurance plans, and private pay.
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Help Me Choose3.8overall · 28 ratings combined
3.8★ on Google (28)
G Dulin
Apr 2026
When one of your loved has become is need of a nursing or rehabilitations facility it is nice to know that you don’t have far to travel to find great care, experience and dedication. We couldn’t be happier with every aspect of the services provided. One bad side of Autumn lake. Institutional food.
Cammy Jamison
Sep 2025
My experience with Autumn Lake was not a good one. My husband who has Alzheimer's was accepted for respite care for 5 days. My family was originally very excited to be able to leave our loved one in a "safe" place where he would be well cared for while his care givers take a much needed break. From the moment we walked in the door I was apprehensive about leaving him. The nurses at the respite department were completely unprepared and even said they had no record of him scheduled to be there. Everything was handled by the hospice company that helps care for him so I knew that all paperwork was sent well ahead of time. My son checked on him the first night only to find him very anxious and unsure of everything because no one paid any particular attention to his needs all day. I had to explain to the nurse that he just needs direction and he will do everything with a little help including using the bathroom. She asked me upon arrival "what's he have?" I began explaining his condition and his needs which aren't that horrible, just a little guidance. No paperwork was filled out by me to have for the nurses as to what his daily routine is. The list they had for medications was not complete and I had to revise it only after I asked to see it or he would not have been given the correct dosages of medications. By the 3rd day I had sent his private caregiver in to check on him. He was on his bed at 11:00 am soaked in urine and feces with no one around. The care giver stripped his bed, gave him a shower and then told the nurses at The desk what she had found. They thanked her for taking care of him because they said they were short staffed. By Sunday afternoon my son , who was furious by this time, walked in the front door went to his father's room and packed him up and walked out the front door of the facility. When he got home home he noticed an ankle tracker still on my husband. I was hours away. When I finally got home that evening I was horrified at the condition i found my husband in. No one called from Autumn Lake to tell me he was removed by someone other than me a day early. No one seemed to be too alarmed that a patient was out of the facility with an ankle bracelet on. Needless to say I called them the next day to complain. I was connected with a supervisor and someone else. What I got was alot of lip service and a promises they they would call me back after they had a meeting about it. It's been almost 3 weeks and I have not heard from anyone.They are taking no accountability at all for this mess. The hospice agency that I am working with needs to step in as far as I'm concerned and demand this gets changed or stop sending their patients to that facility. They are not prepared to provide human respite services for anyone. This is a total disgrace in my opinion and I will not stop until something is done to change things. I will be seeking legal advice about what to do about this situation moving forward. I want to take advantage of the respite services my husband is entitled to and know he is well cared for in my absence . I would not trust anyone to be cared for in a humane manner at this place. This was anything but a relaxing break for me as his caregiver. I also see the bad reviews that were sent in from my children have been removed. I will be sure that word gets out about the conditions for respite over at Autumn Lake whether they remove bad reviews or not. Something needs to change in this system and I will be happy to get the ball rolling with or without their cooperation.
mary spurry
Sep 2025
We all know how we feel about Nursing Homes/Rehab facilities but Autumn Lake @ Chesapeake Woods possesses something above the rest. From the time you walk in, it smells very clean. Trust me, for my mom I was using a fine tooth comb but not one speck of dirt was to be seen. And the best thing is the staff! Everyone, everyday for her entire stay was eager to please. You asked for something and you were not waiting 30 mins to an hour for it. They were back in mere minutes and pleasant as could be! I really can't say enough about the nurses and med assistants there. Mom wanted to be sure to give HUGE praise to the Chef there. The food looked appealing and tasted delicious!! If you went hungry there, it's your own fault. The physical therapy staff was kind, patient, and understanding of some of moms underlying difficulties as a 90 yr old can be but they worked right thru it. They turned her around 180 degrees. I was amazed at her progress in 30 days. It was above her usual baseline. I hate to forget anyone there but from the time you enter the building to the time you leave it was just nice to go home feeling that mom was being cared for. I also can't thank Steve Gowe enough either. He quickly found m0m a bed within his facility and didn't hide behind a desk. He frequently was seen walking the halls and greeting residents as he saw them. It is evident that he's a kind hearted person. Thank every one of the employees at A.L @ Chesapeake Woods. You all can be proud of the work and service you give to your clients there. I will sing your praises to everyone I see. Respectfully, Mary Spurry
Liz LaCorte
Mar 2025
Dear Team at Chesapeake Woods, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my sincere gratitude and admiration for the remarkable care and support you provided to my mother during her stay with you. When she arrived, she was barely able to walk and showed little motivation. Thanks to your incredible efforts, we were able to move her back into her Assisted Living yesterday, as she regained both her physical abilities and her motivation. Your staff's dedication, thoroughness, and genuine care have truly made all the difference in her recovery. From the moment of intake to her discharge, every aspect was handled beautifully and professionally. Having experienced other nursing and rehab facilities, I can confidently say that Chesapeake Woods has provided us with the best experience by far. Thank you once again for the outstanding care and support you have given my mother. Your team's hard work and compassion have meant the world to us. Warm regards, Liz LaCorte
JoAnn
Nov 2024
I couldn’t be happier with everything they did for my husband. The staff were nothing short of being patient with him. He was a handful the whole time he was there. Since he’s been home these last 2 weeks I can see how well they did with him considering how he was when he entered the facility. They worked with him everyday plus his room was always clean and he made sure they did with keeping himself, bathroom and bedroom clean. His social worker Robin Meekins and the staff were always pleasant and so helpful. I was so pleased with the whole place and I highly recommend it to everyone😊
3 inspection visits in the last three years, 82 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedCorrected Feb 26, 2025
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 30, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 27, 2026
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 23, 2024
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 30, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 23, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 29, 2019
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 10, 2019
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 29, 2019
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 10, 2019
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 29, 2019
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods is located at 525 Glenburn Avenue in Cambridge, Maryland.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Cambridge, Maryland, where most reviewers praise the cleanliness, attentive staff, and rehabilitation outcomes for family members. However, one detailed account describes a serious lapse in respite care, including understaffing and hygiene neglect, alongside praise from other families for the same facility.
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Chesapeake Woods had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 82 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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