Homewood Living Frederick
Scout 100Frederick, MD · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Frederick's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,320–$16,490/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)CMS verified
Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice
3200 Baker Circle, Adamstown, MD 21710 · Frederick County
Buckingham's Choice is a senior living community in Adamstown, Maryland providing residents with a lifestyle of flexibility and a wide array of amenities.
97
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 60% 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.
One of Adamstown's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Adamstown, MD, with 42 certified beds and an average of about 25 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 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.52 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.12 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Adamstown for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 42
- Avg. residents/day
- 25
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Acts Retirement-Life Communities
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 215329
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $12,320–$16,490/mo (median $13,980) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,740–$9,000/mo (median $7,350) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Frederick prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.12
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 4%
- 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)
- 4
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-17
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-17Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-02-17Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
2026-02-17Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2026-02-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-11-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-11-22Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2024-11-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2024-11-22Severity E — 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.
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
3200 Baker Circle, Adamstown, 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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How much does Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice cost?
Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Adamstown, MD area typically runs $12,320–$16,490 per month (median $13,980, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice?
Staff provide about 4.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice?
Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice have availability?
Typically 60% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice offer?
Willowbrooke Ct Skilled Care Buckingham's Choice in Adamstown, MD offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 42 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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