The Maryland Health Care Commission (MHCC) reviews nursing home acquisitions to ensure they support Maryland’s goals of health equity, increased access and better care. On May 1, 2026, MHCC accepted a complete application by Silver Spring Opco (parent company Vierra Communities LLC) to purchase the operator rights to Regency Care of Silver Spring.

MHCC is reviewing this deal to understand how it could affect the public interest for communities in Maryland. After completing the review, the Commission will issue a decision about whether the deal may proceed as planned.

The Commission is inviting public comments from individuals who: (i) reside in Regency Care of Silver Spring, (ii) have family members who reside in Regency Care of Silver Spring or (iii) are employed at Regency Care of Silver Spring.

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