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Sterling Care Forest Hill

Excellent5-Star CMS Rating

109 FOREST VALLEY DRIVE, Forest Hill, MD 21050

156 Beds
Medicare Since 1989

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109 FOREST VALLEY DRIVE
Forest Hill, MD 21050

About Sterling Care Forest Hill

Nursing home overview and details

Sterling Care Forest Hill is a for-profit nursing home in Forest Hill, MD, serving Harford County and the surrounding community. The facility has 156 certified beds with an average daily census of 129.7 residents.

Sterling Care Forest Hill has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1989, bringing 37 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with STERLING CARE, which provides administrative support and oversight.

Sterling Care Forest Hill has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Forest Hill, MD, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating5/5 Stars
Certified Beds156
Avg. Residents/Day129.7
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyHarford
Affiliated Doctors5

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

5of 5

Excellent

CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Sterling Care Forest Hill has earned a 5-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Very Good

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Sterling Care Forest Hill provides 3.95 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.64 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 36.5%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 61.5%. Weekend staffing averages 3.61 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.64
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.95
Total Nurse Turnover Rate36.5%
RN Turnover Rate61.5%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.61

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Sterling Care Forest Hill has received 1 fine totaling $10,036. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($10,036)
Total Penalties1

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About Sterling Care Forest Hill

What is the CMS rating for Sterling Care Forest Hill?

Sterling Care Forest Hill has a 5-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Sterling Care Forest Hill have?

Sterling Care Forest Hill has 156 certified beds with an average daily census of 129.7 residents.

What type of facility is Sterling Care Forest Hill?

Sterling Care Forest Hill is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Harford County in Forest Hill, MD.

How many doctors practice at Sterling Care Forest Hill?

5 physicians are affiliated with Sterling Care Forest Hill. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Sterling Care Forest Hill have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Sterling Care Forest Hill has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·