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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton

7001 Charles Street

3.4(181 ratings)· Towson average: 4.2

Part of Autumn Lake Healthcare · 47 communities · 4.2★ average

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Quick Facts

Total units
179
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
179
Facility type
Skilled nursing and sub-acute rehab only
Payment options
Accepts Medicare, Medicaid, insurance, and private pay
Google rating
3.4 stars from 181 reviews

What Families Think

Reviews for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ruxton are sharply mixed, with multiple accounts of serious hygiene and staffing failures alongside at least one strongly positive experience with rehab and nursing management. Recurring themes involve residents left in soiled briefs, cleanliness and pest concerns, and poor communication around discharge planning, though some families praise the wound care and therapy team.

The Good

  • Wound care praised as exceptional by one family
  • Therapy team described as patient and effective
  • In-house specialists reduce need for outside appointments
  • Positive experience with nursing management for one resident
  • Dietician accommodated a picky eater's preferences

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of residents left in soiled briefs for hours
  • One report of urine/feces odor and a mouse sighting
  • One report of no hot water for nearly two weeks
  • Multiple reviewers cite poor communication and discharge planning failures

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton is a senior living community in Towson, Maryland offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Emergency Call System and Wheelchair Accessible. Families rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 181 reviews.

About Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ruxton is a nursing center in Towson, Maryland, offering sub-acute rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care. The facility provides round-the-clock skilled nursing for a wide range of complex medical conditions and is staffed by physicians, nurses, and therapists working to combine expert medical care with quality of life.

The community emphasizes individualized recovery plans that adapt to each resident's needs and progress. Rehabilitative therapy takes place in an energetic, positive environment where personal goals are encouraged and recovery milestones celebrated. A multidisciplinary team uses progressive, hands-on rehabilitation techniques to restore strength, mobility, and independence, supported by a state-of-the-art gym equipped with top-of-the-line rehabilitative equipment.

Advanced care programs for complex medical conditions are overseen by a team of in-house, board-certified specialists. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay.

Daily activities and a proactive approach to health and wellness encourage residents to lead an active lifestyle. The community features plenty of outdoor and indoor spaces for socializing, and family members and friends are welcome to visit.

Types of Care at Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

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Reviews of Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton

3.4overall · 181 ratings combined

3.4★ on Google (181)

Breanna Watkins

Apr 2026

via Google

During multiple visits to see my uncle, there has been a strong smell of urine and feces throughout the facility, which is very concerning. On one occasion, we also saw a mouse run across the floor near our feet, which raised serious questions about cleanliness and pest control. In addition, my uncle is only being showered about twice a week, which does not seem adequate for proper hygiene and care. Overall, these conditions are unacceptable and need immediate attention. Residents deserve a clean, safe, and properly maintained environment, and I hope management addresses these issues urgently.

venus smith

Mar 2026

via Google

I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience with this facility raised significant concerns regarding resident safety, communication, and overall quality of care. My resident was frequently left in soiled briefs for extended periods, reportedly due to short staffing. Each shift (day, evening, and night) appeared to blame one another, but the lack of consistent care remained unresolved. The facility also had no hot water for nearly two weeks, which resulted in residents being washed with cold water. In some cases, staff reportedly microwaved water to attempt basic hygiene care. This raises serious concerns about infection control, dignity, and resident comfort. Communication and follow-through were also extremely poor. Phone calls were not returned, and requests from families went unanswered. The assigned social worker, Heather, did not provide follow-up, did not communicate with families (always said she would look into the resources, but then she always reported back with the same repetitive conversation with no answers. Heather also did not ensure discharge planning needs were completed. Prior to a scheduled Saturday discharge, I specifically requested during the clinical meeting confirmation that home health services, PT, OT, durable medical equipment, and necessary resources would be arranged. Despite leaving two messages during the week, nothing was completed (The resident is a fall risk usually need a cane or walker, sent home with nothing, only prescriptions). There was no follow-up, and no services were arranged, leaving us without support upon discharge. As a nurse with 26 years of experience, I have never encountered such a lack of coordination, accountability, and responsiveness. Residents deserve safe, dignified care, and families deserve clear communication. Such a horrible experience and just because my resident was discharged, I am not done with this place. There is so much more I could say, I could honestly write a book about the issues observed from the very beginning of admission that I consistently advocated about. What concerns me most are the residents who do not have strong advocates. Even with consistent and persistent advocacy, services were still not provided as needed, which is deeply troubling. I genuinely fear for those without family or support speaking on their behalf. While I want to acknowledge that some staff members did try, particularly Physical Therapy and Ms. Pat the GNA, who provided compassionate care, the overall system and nursing has a lot of improvement to do.

Sharon McCabe

Mar 2026

via Google

My daughter stayed here for an injury. Her voice was not heard by the Director of Nursing. Only a few nurses here care!!! An individual walked out 2wks before a major holiday! This action speaks loud!! I do not recommend anyone who cares about their family member to stay here!!! My daughter has an infection that was unresolved at this facility. It is now worse. I attribute it to the lack of discipline and the important voices in this matter NOT being heard!! The Director of the Nursing staff should be ashamed of herself!!! Sitting behind a desk all day does not constitute work!!! Family counts!!!! This individual doesn't care about anything.

Mischele Quarles

Feb 2026

via Google

I thought that this facility would be suitable for my sister rehabilitation and therapy, I was so disappointed to learned that this facility standards, care and hygiene for their residents are the worse. My relative informed me that the facility did not have any adult diapers on hand and she was lying in a soiled diaper the entire day. The staff on duty excuse was that she just came on duty at 7pm and wasn’t aware of the issue. In the meantime, the previous staff did not attempt to resolve the issue with an alternative approach but to pass the problem onto the next scheduled staff. My relative had the same soiled diaper on since 11 am of that day. Eventually, something so simple as to check with another department within the facility basically was able to furnish an adult diaper in order to resolve the problem. My concern is not only for my relative but what happens to the other residents when this situation occurs again.

Nicole Davis

Dec 2025

via Google

My mom got great care at this facility! Some of these reviews were very scary but we experienced more kind and caring communication from the nursing management team. The wound care was exceptional! They have a wide variety of specialist so that mom didn’t have to leave the facility for every little thing. Mom is a picky eater so of course we would bring her snacks or a meal when we visited. But the dietician worked with her preferences and as the days went on and mom learned the facility and they learned her things just kept clicking in place. Then after the wonderful and very patient therapist worked with mom for about four weeks she was able to come home right in time for the holiday! The administrator and his team are wonderful! We can’t thank Autumn Lake Ruxton enough! We have mom back home with us where she is suppose to be!

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Government Inspection History

9 inspection visits in the last three years, 112 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

May 11, 2026Health Complaint4 citations
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Apr 24, 2026Fire Safety Complaint2 citations
  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionDeficient, Provider has no plan of correction

Feb 25, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard36 citations
  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 12, 2026

  • 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 May 12, 2026

  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 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 May 12, 2026

  • Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Have enough backup water supply for essential areas of the nursing home.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Meet other general requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 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 Apr 20, 2026

  • Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 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 Apr 20, 2026

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • 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 Apr 20, 2026

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 20, 2026

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2026

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 12, 2026

Oct 7, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 15, 2025

Feb 14, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2025

Oct 24, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard30 citations
  • Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • 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 Jan 8, 2025

  • Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • 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 Jan 8, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • 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 8, 2025

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 27, 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 Jan 8, 2025

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • 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 8, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have exits that are accessible at all times.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 8, 2025

  • 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 Jan 8, 2025

Sep 26, 2024Health Complaint2 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

Sep 18, 2024Health Complaint7 citations
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 2024

  • Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 27, 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 Nov 27, 2024

Jul 18, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard29 citations
  • Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • 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 Aug 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • Meet other general requirements.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 29, 2019

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • 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 Aug 29, 2019

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton offer?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton located?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton is located at 7001 Charles Street in Towson, Maryland.

What do families say about Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton?

Reviews for Autumn Lake Healthcare at Ruxton are sharply mixed, with multiple accounts of serious hygiene and staffing failures alongside at least one strongly positive experience with rehab and nursing management. Recurring themes involve residents left in soiled briefs, cleanliness and pest concerns, and poor communication around discharge planning, though some families praise the wound care and therapy team.

How did Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton do on recent health and safety inspections?

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Ruxton had 9 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 112 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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