Stella Maris announces opening of Sister Karen McNally, RSM, Rehabilitation Center

Stella Maris, a long-term care facility located in Timonium, has officially opened the new $30 million Sister Mary Karen McNally, RSM, Rehabilitation Center.

Part of Mercy Health Services, the 76,000-square-foot facility is designed to help patients achieve successful post-surgical goals, utilizing advanced therapy modalities to ease their transition to returning home, according to a Sept. 8 news release.

“A quick return home is always ideal, but rehabilitation is essential if patients are to heal properly,” said Regina Figueroa, chief administrative officer for Stella Maris. “Our new rehabilitation center is a state-of-the art sub-acute facility that provides cutting-edge therapy for patients so they can recover and continue to live independently, avoiding problems that may require a return to the hospital.”

With a strong focus on individualized care, a full professional team of rehabilitation, skilled nursing and medical experts will develop a unique care plan for each patient, including an aftercare plan to help them maintain good health once at home to reduce the risk of future re-hospitalization and the need for long-term care, according to the news release.

The center features 60 private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, concierge service with restaurant-style dining, a comprehensive rehabilitative gym and garden, patient and family gathering spaces, and modern amenities.

The new center is also one of two facilities in Maryland to offer patients the Bioness equipment for stroke and neurological recovery. Bioness helps patients regain mobility and independence through functional electrical stimulation (FES) systems, robotic systems and software-based therapy programs.

The new center is located on the Stella Maris campus in Baltimore County, which also includes The Counseling Center, St. Elizabeth Hall, an independent living apartment complex for seniors, and Mercy Ridge, a retirement community offering independent living as well as assisted living options.

The new facility is named for Religious Sister of Mercy Karen McNally, who retired in September 2019 after 50 years of service to Stella Maris. Sister Karen had served as chief administrative officer since 1997.

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After 50 years leading Stella Maris, Sister Karen McNally earns break

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