Springwell Senior Living Community sits in the Mt. Washington neighborhood of Baltimore, about 2.4 miles from Gwynn Oak, on a 15-acre parklike campus with gardens and walking paths, and the place has a warm, inviting feeling where people really seem to know one another, you'll find they do a good job making a person feel part of a community with cozy common areas, welcoming staff, and programs meant to help older adults feel comfortable. The community is non-profit, so their focus is on care and support rather than making money, and you can see this in the way staff develop personalized care plans working together with families and doctors, always trying to meet folks where they are, whether it's independent living, assisted living, or memory care for people with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and the memory care part especially is set up to keep people safe from wandering and confusion, with round-the-clock supervision and a 24-hour call system for emergencies.
There are 98 private residences, each with its own kitchen and bathroom for convenience, and the range of choices includes studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, so people can pick what best fits them, and with 151 beds in total across independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and even respite care, there are options for different needs-all with support for bathing, dressing, and managing medicine, and the staff always stays close by for medication administration and mobility help. The community also has many special programs and unique features, like their in-house physical therapy offered by an independent agency, and you'll see residents out in the flower and vegetable gardens, using the fitness center, relaxing in the spa, or attending events in the chapel, which doubles as a space for music and cultural gatherings.
Springwell offers all sorts of activities, from group outings on their shuttle to art exhibits run with Avila Art Makers and music through their partnership with the Peabody Institute's Musician-in-Residence program, with events designed for brain health, lifelong learning, and simple enjoyment, and all these things help promote both emotional and physical well-being, which people really appreciate. There's a strong sense of safety too, with extra measures to protect residents from coronavirus, virtual tours for families, and options for virtual care and patient services through their ties to LifeBridge Health-which also gives everyone access to medical experts and support through the Patient Portal. Residents benefit from comprehensive healthcare, 12-16 hour nursing care, and continuing care retirement options, which means people can age in place as their needs change.
The community's average rating is 8.2 out of 10, putting it at 34th out of 93 in Baltimore, so people notice the quality, and everyone can see what's included and how much things cost because Springwell shares fee information up front. There's a focus on relationships, hospitality, and making sure everyone feels like they belong, helped along by programs such as the Center for Hope and Community Health, Graduate Medical Education, and Nursing Student Programs. Residents use the Springwell shuttles for shopping, outings to arts venues, trips to the local driving range or nearby parks, and scheduled group events, which keeps life full and interesting. Springwell has a clear smoking policy, information on financial help, and puts an emphasis on both comfort and community. Seniors who move here can find both support and independence, living in a setting that's pretty, peaceful, and meant to make older adults feel at home.
