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Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven

7200 Third Avenue, Sykesville, MD 21784 · Carroll County

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 50% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Sykesville

Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Sykesville, MD, with 79 certified beds and an average of about 40 residents per day. It operates as part of the Acts Retirement-Life Communities network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.60 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.51 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.60 hrs/resident/day)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Sykesville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
79
Avg. residents/day
40
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Acts Retirement-Life Communities
Continuing care
Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #
215130

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures

Pricing & cost

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$11,820–$15,820/mo (median $13,410)Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)$3,580–$8,640/mo (median $7,050)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Baltimore prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
4.60
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
1.51
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
47.6%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
11
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-07-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-18Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-07-18Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-07-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

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

2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-07-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

  • Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Wellness programs
  • Daily activities & events

Location

7200 Third Avenue, Sykesville, MD

  • Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven

How much does Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven cost?

Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sykesville, MD area typically runs $11,820–$15,820 per month (median $13,410, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven?

Staff provide about 4.60 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven?

Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven have availability?

Typically 50% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven offer?

Willowbrooke Court Skilled Care Center Fairhaven in Sykesville, MD offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 79 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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