Carriage Hill Bethesda is a residential care facility located in Bethesda, Maryland. Certified by Medicare and operating since August 8, 1991, Carriage Hill Bethesda primarily offers nursing home care within a smaller, residential-style setting. The facility has capacity for 68 occupants and is designed to serve seniors who require assistance with daily living activities but do not need intensive, around-the-clock medical intervention. Services include medication management, help with bathing and dressing, and scheduled activities. The environment is intended as an alternative to larger institutional settings, situated in a quiet neighborhood to provide a more homelike atmosphere.
Carriage Hill Bethesda provides a range of clinical and supportive care services. Medical support includes regular wellness checks, pain management, wound care, oxygen therapy, and stroke care. Rehabilitation services are offered, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The facility also provides vision and dental care, as well as assistance for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, depression, and other mental wellness needs through a structured mental wellness program. Staff includes registered nurses and therapists available for care and support, and the facility participates in hospice programs for residents with advanced care needs.
For daily living and comfort, Carriage Hill Bethesda offers barber and beauty salon services and resident/family counseling to support overall wellbeing. The facility employs technology such as the Care Innovations QuietCare system and electronic Medication Administration Records to improve safety and medication accuracy. Multilingual support is available, with staff able to communicate in Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese. Partnerships or relationships with local medical centers such as Alton Memorial Hospital and Saint Louis University Hospital help facilitate access to specialized care if needed.
Resident and family reviews present a mixed perspective on Carriage Hill Bethesda. Positive remarks frequently cite engaged and professional staff, cleanliness, effective rehabilitation services, and a warm, supportive social environment, especially for short-term residents. However, there are also significant concerns raised about the quality and consistency of long-term nursing care. Negative feedback includes reports of delayed response to call buttons, perceived neglect or inattentiveness—particularly during nighttime hours—communication breakdowns, staff overwork, and instances of unmet care needs, including hygiene and medication management. Families describe needing to closely monitor loved one's care, and some advise that the facility may be better suited for residents who can self-advocate or have regular family involvement. Overall, Carriage Hill Bethesda seeks to serve seniors in a residential environment with supportive care services, but experiences among residents and families regarding safety and staff responsiveness are variable.
Costs at this community start at $4,962 and range up to $7,450. The average price in the community is $6,206, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,554. 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.
