Pickersgill Retirement Community

    615 Chestnut Ave, Towson, MD, 21204
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    3.0

    Clean campus, caring staff, pests

    I toured this senior living community and appreciated the clean, safe campus, friendly/compassionate staff, plentiful activities, and on-site medical/rehab services that improved quality of life. My concerns: meals often arrive lukewarm, dining assistance has decreased, there have been recurring mice/cleanliness issues and occasional lapses in care, and pricing/financial qualification can be complicated. I'd recommend touring and checking current pest control, staffing levels, and dining before deciding.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.11 · 115 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.9
    • Staff

      4.2
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      4.1
    • Value

      3.5

    Location

    Map showing location of Pickersgill Retirement Community

    About Pickersgill Retirement Community

    Pickersgill Retirement Community sits on 16 acres with tall maple and dogwood trees, giving residents lots of quiet places to walk and relax, and it's a nonprofit rental community so there's no large buy-in fee to move in, which can make things simpler for families looking for care options. The community offers independent living and assisted living in a range of rooms and suites, letting people keep their independence or get extra help with daily needs, and there's also memory care and support for people with different health issues. The buildings have air conditioning, wheelchair access, restrooms, and customer parking which makes moving around pretty easy, and there are walking paths, landscaped grounds, porches, libraries, lounges, a café, barbershop, beauty salon, and even a computer lab for those who want to keep up with emails and family photos.

    Friendly staff encourage everyone to join in on activities, and you'll find arts and crafts, gardening, Bible study, exercise classes, and plenty of chances to volunteer or join a holiday party. They try to offer residents lots of choices for socializing, with an activity room, auditorium, social events, and different clubs, so nobody has to feel left out if they like a busy day. Pickersgill serves meals, handles housekeeping and laundry, and makes medical and nursing care available right on site which helps when things get hard or healthcare needs change, and there's a rehab center offering physical, occupational, and speech therapy, as well as care for wounds, falls, pain, and mobility issues. They also help people after surgery or stroke, and provide special therapies like splinting, contracture management, cardiopulmonary rehab, and vestibular rehab for balance. The staff provide support with daily tasks when needed, but still help residents keep as much independence as possible. The Decker Center gives the community a common space for people to meet and engage, and they're making updates to places like the assisted living suites, sunroom, patio, main lobby, and dining spaces to keep things fresh and comfortable. Even though detailed reviews or personal stories aren't here, Pickersgill Retirement Community stands out for its mix of care options, friendly support, and a calm, scenic environment that seems well-suited to a range of needs.

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