Sterling Care Bethesda is a care facility located in Bethesda, Maryland, offering nursing home services alongside assisted living and specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility supports a range of care needs, including full assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Medication management and administration are integral components of the services provided, ensuring that residents' medical regimens are overseen by qualified staff, in coordination with physicians and external healthcare providers as needed. Residents benefit from rehabilitative support including physical and occupational therapy, as well as individualized attention to wellness through activity programs tailored for various cognitive and physical abilities.
Family and resident accounts note that the facility excels in comprehensive care for those with complex health needs, including those requiring regular medication oversight and assistance with all self-care tasks. For those participating in medication management, processes are implemented to address adherence, prevent errors, and ensure proper documentation, with the nursing staff playing a pivotal role. In select cases, residents might receive adjunct medical support from local hospitals, such as the Saint Louis University Hospital, particularly when specialized interventions are required.
Amenities at Sterling Care Bethesda include communal dining spaces, activity areas, rehabilitation suites, and memory care environments designed to promote safety and engagement. Reviews from families and residents indicate a wide variance in experiences: some report dedicated staff, clear communication, and significant improvements in well-being, while others cite issues such as insufficient communication, inadequate weekend staffing, and concerns about neglect or inconsistent hygiene practices. Communication with family members ranges from highly responsive to, in some cases, reportedly difficult and delayed interactions. Staffing consistency and staff-to-resident ratios appear to influence quality of care significantly.
Overall, Sterling Care Bethesda provides a combination of nursing, personal care, medication administration, and rehabilitative services, with memory care on site. However, potential residents and their families should consider the variability in care quality and communication noted in recent feedback and consult directly with the facility to discuss current operations and safeguards in place.
Costs at this community start at $1,950 and range up to $8,150. The average price in the community is $5,050, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,560. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
