There are 14 nursing homes in Silver Spring, Maryland, providing for a population of 282,095 people. These nursing homes earned on average an overall grade of B-, which a decent grade for the city. This city's city grade narrowly surpassed the city grade of nursing homes in the nearby city of District Heights, which received an awful city grade. If choosing between these cities, Silver Spring looks like a better option. This city's report card was also consistent as it didn't receive a single poor category grade either. You can read more about these in the next section.
This city received an inspection score which is stronger than its overall grade. We awarded it grade of B+ in this category. These inspection ratings take several factors into consideration, including deficiencies, substantiated complaints and federal fines. You can learn more about each of these items by reviewing copies of nursing homes' inspection reports. Silver Spring also received an impressive short-term care rating where it received a grade of B in this area. Lastly, we awarded the city a B for its nursing score and a grade of B- in the area of long-term care.