Wilson Health Care Center is a comprehensive skilled nursing facility located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. As part of the Asbury Methodist Village, Wilson Health Care Center offers a variety of services including nursing home care and assisted living. The center provides both short-term and long-term care with specialized services such as memory support for residents living with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. It focuses on a personalized approach to senior health and wellness, ensuring that each resident receives a tailored care plan suited to their individual needs. With 226 current occupants, the facility is designed to support a broad spectrum of care requirements.
Wilson Health Care Center offers a wide array of healthcare services. The facility provides 24-hour skilled nursing care, with nurses available on-site at all times. Medical support services include pain management, wound care, diabetes care, and certified pharmacy services. Residents benefit from extensive rehabilitation options such as occupational, physical, and speech therapy, supported by an excellent therapy department. Additional medical support includes respite care and outpatient rehabilitation services, facilitated by partnerships with healthcare institutions such as Saint Louis University Hospital and Alton Memorial Hospital. The center also employs modern technology for medical administration, such as electronic Medication Administration Records and Care Innovations – Skynet Technology.
In addition to healthcare services, Wilson Health Care Center offers various amenities such as laundry and dry cleaning, a barber/beauty salon, and educational clubs and communities. The center also fosters a supportive environment through resident and family counseling, and interaction with resident councils. Wilson Health Care Center is certified by Medicare and Medicaid and has participated in Medicare since 1975. While it garners high ratings from official certifying bodies, personal experiences reflect a range of opinions with some commendations for professionalism and therapy excellence, and criticisms concerning nursing care quality and response times. Despite the mixed reviews, many appreciate the compassionate support during significant family and health transitions, including those encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Costs at this community start at $2,500 and range up to $8,150. The average price in the community is $5,325, which is less than the average price in the area of $5,478. 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.
