Nursing homes in Ellicott City, MD
Compare 3 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Ellicott City, part of the Howard area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3.3★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Ellicott City residents requiring long-term care can evaluate three local nursing homes located across the 21043 and 21042 ZIP codes in Howard County. Based on official CMS Care Compare data, these facilities hold an average overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars. The Lutheran Village at Miller’s Grant stands out as the area's top-performing facility, currently maintaining a premium 5-star rating for its commitment to quality care standards.
Rating distribution
avg 3.3★ · 3 homesProvider mix in Ellicott City
3 organisations operate homes in this suburb.
What to look for in Ellicott City
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- 3 of 3 homes meet a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 3 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Ellicott City
| The Lutheran Village At Miller's Grant THE LUTHERAN VILLAGE AT MILLER'S GRANT INC · Small · Not for Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
| ENCORE AT TURF VALLEY LORIEN HEALTH SERVICES · Medium · For Profit | 4.0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| ELLICOTT CITY HEALTHCARE CENTER COMMUNICARE HEALTH · Large · For Profit | 1.0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4 |
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