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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Arcola

901 ARCOLA AVENUE, SILVER SPRING, MD, 20902
(301) 649-2400
151 licensed beds
★★★★★4/5CMS Five-Star overall3/5 health inspections3/5 staffing5/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Bed capacity
151
State license
2415030
CMS facility ID
215014
Care type
Nursing home
Facility name
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Arcola
Street address
901 ARCOLA AVENUE
City / state / ZIP
Silver Spring, MD 20902
Phone
(301) 649-2400
State license #
2415030

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Arcola is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Silver Spring, Maryland. It is licensed for 151 beds — above the median for skilled nursing facilities in Maryland (120 beds).

It is one of 117 senior care facilities in Silver Spring and 221 skilled nursing facilities across Maryland. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Autumn Lake Healthcare At Arcola 82 times across 7 inspections in the last three years, including 2 food-safety citations; no federal fines are on record. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Autumn Lake Healthcare
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation

Registered owners & officers

901 Arcola Avenue Holdco Llc
Direct owner — 100% stake — since 2022
A&r Stern Family Md7 Llc
Indirect owner — 100% stake — since 2022
Accurate Staffing Llc
Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Brand Sonnenschine Llp
Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Gbenle, Ademola
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Schwartz, Mark
Officer · Operational control — since 2022
Sharma, Sandeep
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2022
Stern, Aryeh
Owner of a disclosable party — since 2025

Regulatory standing

Federal court records
3 naming its parent company — view the cases (a listed case is not a finding of wrongdoing)
Licensed / certified since
1967-01-01
CMS overall rating
4 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
18 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
None on record
Last standard inspection
2025-12-19
Nurse staffing
3.4 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges
$404 per day (≈ $12,280/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
70% Medicaid · 13% Medicare · 17% private/other
Occupancy
88% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
8% below the MD median of $439/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
151
Licensed as
Long Term Care
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.
Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 2 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2025-12-19Health inspection18 citations
F-0568
D · No harm found
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0578
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0585
D · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0605
D · No harm found
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0609
D · No harm found
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0636
D · No harm found
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0657
D · No harm found
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0677
D · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0679
D · No harm found
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0686
E · No harm found
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0697
D · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0756
D · No harm found
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0761
D · No harm found
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0835
D · No harm found
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0880
F · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0883
D · No harm found
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected 2026-02-16
F-0887
D · No harm found
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected 2026-02-16
2024-07-02Health inspectionComplaint-triggered19 citations
F-0574
D · No harm found
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0577
D · No harm found
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0578
D · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0583
D · No harm found
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0600
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0609
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2023-02-28
F-0623
D · No harm found
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0641
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0657
E · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0684
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0685
D · No harm found
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0689
D · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0756
D · No harm found
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0791
D · No harm found
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0812
E · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0842
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0880
D · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-08-07
F-0921
E · No harm found
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-08-07
4 earlier / fire-safety inspections (45 citations)
2019-08-28Health inspection20 citations
F-0550
J · Immediate jeopardy
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0580
E · No harm found
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0583
D · No harm found
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0584
E · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0600
D · No harm found
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0610
D · No harm found
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0622
D · No harm found
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0623
D · No harm found
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0626
J · Immediate jeopardy
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0641
B · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0657
E · No harm found
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0660
E · No harm found
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0684
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0745
E · No harm found
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0758
D · No harm found
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0835
E · No harm found
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0842
B · No harm found
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0850
C · No harm found
Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
Corrected 2019-10-25
F-0865
E · No harm found
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected 2019-11-21
F-0867
C · No harm found
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected 2019-10-25
2025-12-19Fire-safety inspection5 citations
K-0223
E · No harm found
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2026-02-12
K-0343
F · No harm found
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Corrected 2026-02-12
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2026-02-12
K-0781
E · No harm found
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2026-02-12
K-0920
E · No harm found
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2026-02-12
2024-07-02Fire-safety inspection15 citations
E-0004
F · No harm found
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-08-14
E-0039
F · No harm found
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0100
E · No harm found
Meet other general requirements.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0211
F · No harm found
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0223
E · No harm found
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0281
F · No harm found
Install proper backup exit lighting.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0341
E · No harm found
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0353
F · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0362
E · No harm found
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0363
D · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0500
E · No harm found
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0712
F · No harm found
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0761
F · No harm found
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-08-14
K-0923
D · No harm found
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2024-08-14
2019-08-28Fire-safety inspection5 citations
K-0331
C · No harm found
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
Corrected 2019-08-31
K-0353
C · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-08-31
K-0374
D · No harm found
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2019-08-31
K-0911
D · No harm found
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2019-08-31
K-0923
C · No harm found
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2019-08-31
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 215014.
What people say on Google.
4.1179 ratings on Google
★★★★★S N · 2026-06-26 · via Google

“While Arcola may not look as fancy as some other nursing facilities, its heart is as shiny as a diamond. The staff from GNAs and nurses, to PT/OT/ST, to activities staff, to administrative staff - everyone works towards the same goal - the health and happiness of the residents. My mother was recently a patient at Arcola for short-term rehabilitation and was cared for like a family member. I slept …”

★Robin Lewis · 2026-06-16 · via Google

“This place is horrible. They did not take good care of my mother. I think they are understaffed. My mother would be left would a wet diaper on. She would keep calling for someone and it took them forever to come to assist her. She would call me in tears, but begged me not to say anything to them in fear she would be ignored even more. I always had to call and say something. When my dad and I would…”

★★★★★Dana Jenkins · 2025-12-25 · via Google

“With all the chaos and commotion that comes with the Holiday's Arcola aka Autumn Lake came through for me. The aides had my Mom up, dressed and ready for the day. I give a standing ovation to the staff that worked with smiles on Christmas day. Bless you!”

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Ownership & corporate history

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Inspection citations — last 5 years

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Civil & criminal lawsuits

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CMS Nursing Home Compare
data.cms.gov Provider Data Catalog
Last verified 2026-08-31
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Photos, reviews & hours
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