Welcome to Woodside
9101 Second Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Known for producing exceptional rehabilitation outcomes, our 92-bed community offers personalized rehabilitation and skilled nursing services designed to help patients recover safely, regain strength, and achieve their highest level of independence.
Ensuring every aspect of your healthcare experience exceeds expectations
and embodies the Vierra legacy of excellence.
To better serve the Silver Spring community,
our center will undergo a multi-million dollar renovation designed to elevate comfort, recovery, and quality of life.
Clear Care. Stronger Outcomes.
Every step of your recovery is clear, intentional and
built to get you back stronger, sooner!
We take pride in our in-house team of caregivers which translates into consistency of care every step of the way.
With familiar faces at your side daily, our compassionate and well-trained nurses and aides provide a sense of security coupled with the highest level of personalized and attentive care.
Q: How do I know if Woodside Rehab & Nursing is the right fit for my loved one?
A: Woodside provides both short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in a comfortable, supportive environment. Our team works closely with residents, families, physicians, and hospitals to determine the most appropriate level of care based on individual needs and goals.
Q: How quickly can someone be admitted?
A: Admissions can often be arranged quickly, including directly from a hospital stay. Our admissions team will guide you through the process, answer questions, and coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure a smooth transition.
Q: What insurance plans do you accept?
A: Woodside accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and many private insurance plans. Our admissions team can help verify benefits and explain coverage before admission.
Q: Does Medicare cover rehabilitation services?
A: Medicare may cover eligible short-term rehabilitation services following a qualifying hospital stay. Coverage varies based on individual circumstances and benefits. Our team can help you understand your options.
Q: What are the visiting hours?
A: We encourage family involvement and strive to accommodate visitors whenever possible. Contact our team for current visitation guidelines.
Q: What activities are available?
A: Residents can enjoy a variety of recreational, social, and wellness activities designed to promote engagement, connection, and quality of life.
Q: What dining options are offered?
A: Our culinary team prepares nutritious meals with attention to residents’ dietary needs, preferences, and physician-ordered requirements.
Q: Can residents personalize their rooms?
A: Yes. Residents are encouraged to bring personal items, photographs, and décor to help create a familiar and comfortable living space.
Q: What support is available for residents and families?
A: Every resident and family has access to a dedicated Patient Concierge who serves as a personal resource throughout the stay, helping coordinate communication, answer questions, and support a positive experience.
Q: What is the 24/7 Vierra Care Line?
A: The 24/7 Vierra Care Line provides residents and families with around-the-clock access to support and assistance whenever questions or concerns arise.
Q: How do you communicate with families?
A: Our team believes communication is essential. Families receive regular updates and have access to both their care team and dedicated Patient Concierge for ongoing support.
Q: What role does the Patient Concierge play?
A: The Patient Concierge serves as a single point of contact for residents and families, helping facilitate communication, coordinate services, and enhance the overall experience throughout the stay.
Q: When should someone consider long-term care?
A: Long-term care may be appropriate when an individual requires ongoing nursing support, assistance with daily activities, or specialized medical care that cannot be safely managed at home.
Q: How are care plans developed?
A: Each resident receives an individualized care plan created by an interdisciplinary team that includes nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and medical professionals.
Q: Can family members participate in care planning?
A: Absolutely. Families play an important role in the care planning process, and we encourage open communication and collaboration.
Q: How does Woodside support residents’ quality of life?
A: Our goal is to provide compassionate care while fostering dignity, independence, comfort, and meaningful daily experiences.
Q: Is a physician involved in my care?
A: Yes. Woodside provides Hospitalist physician oversight to help ensure residents receive ongoing medical management and timely attention to their healthcare needs.
Q: What is Hospitalist physician oversight?
A: Hospitalist physician oversight means physicians regularly monitor residents’ medical conditions, collaborate with the care team, and help coordinate treatment plans to support the best possible outcomes.
Q: Can Woodside care for residents with complex medical needs?
A: Yes. Our skilled nursing team is experienced in managing a wide range of medical conditions and providing individualized care plans tailored to each resident’s needs.
Q: How are medications managed?
A: Licensed nurses administer medications as prescribed and work closely with physicians and pharmacists to ensure safe and effective medication management.
Q: What therapy services do you offer?
A: Woodside offers comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy designed to help individuals regain strength, mobility, independence, and confidence after illness, injury, or surgery.
Q: How often will I receive therapy?
A: Unlike many facilities, Woodside offers therapy services seven days a week. This consistent approach helps residents stay on track toward their recovery goals and may support faster progress.
Q: What conditions do you treat in rehabilitation?
A: Our rehabilitation team works with individuals recovering from orthopedic surgeries, strokes, cardiac conditions, pulmonary illnesses, neurological disorders, injuries, and other medical events requiring skilled therapy services.
Q: What should I bring for a rehabilitation stay?
A: We recommend bringing comfortable clothing, supportive footwear, personal care items, and any approved personal belongings that will help make your stay more comfortable.
Q: What does agency-free staffing mean?
A: Woodside is proud to be agency-free, meaning care is provided by dedicated team members who are part of our facility family. This promotes consistency, familiarity, and stronger relationships between residents and caregivers.
Q: Why is agency-free staffing important?
A: Consistent caregivers get to know residents’ preferences, routines, and healthcare needs, helping to enhance communication, continuity of care, and overall resident satisfaction.
Q: How does Woodside ensure quality care?
A: Through ongoing staff education, interdisciplinary collaboration, physician oversight, individualized care planning, and a commitment to clinical excellence and resident-centered care.
Q: How do you communicate with families?
A: Our team believes communication is essential. We regularly update families, answer questions, and encourage involvement in care planning and decision-making.
Q: What makes Woodside different from other nursing facilities?
A: Woodside combines skilled nursing care, therapy seven days a week, Hospitalist physician oversight, agency-free staffing, and a resident-centered approach to create an environment focused on recovery, comfort, and quality of life.
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