Lorien Assisted Living Earns Fifth Consecutive Top Recognition in Maryland Reader Rankings

Lorien Assisted Living has achieved the distinguished honor of being named Top Winner in two categories of The Daily Record's 2025 Reader Rankings Survey, marking the fifth consecutive year the family-owned Maryland company has received this recognition. The assisted living provider secured top positions in both Best Assisted Living and Best Retirement Community categories, as determined by Maryland voters through the publication's comprehensive nomination and voting process.

Lou Grimmel Sr., Chief Executive Officer of Lorien Health Services, stated that the survey results highlight their steadfast commitment to residents, their families, and the positive growth of Lorien Assisted Living. This recognition arrives simultaneously with the opening of Harmony Park, an innovative memory care neighborhood featuring a unique design that brings outdoor elements indoors to create a calming, park-like environment for residents with dementia. Located within Harmony Hall's Assisted Living community in Columbia, Maryland, this specialized care area allows residents to interact with various sensory elements while maintaining safety and security.

John Mangione Jr., Chief Operating Officer of Lorien Health Services, expressed pride in being recognized by Marylanders as a leader in delivering high-quality healthcare services. He emphasized that their focus on personalized care and innovation motivates continuous improvement in resident well-being, noting that this recognition reflects the exceptional work of their devoted team, nurses, and caregivers. The Daily Record Reader Rankings celebration, which will honor all category winners on October 20, represents a significant acknowledgment of excellence within the Maryland community.

Beyond memory care services, Lorien Assisted Living communities across Maryland offer numerous innovative care options including on-site dialysis, Parkinson's care, Korean senior care, and residential home care services through their Lorien at Home program. Additional new services are planned for introduction in 2026, further expanding their comprehensive care offerings. The consistent recognition over five years demonstrates Lorien's sustained commitment to excellence in an industry where quality of care directly impacts vulnerable populations. For more information about their services and approach to care, visit https://www.lorienhealth.com/about-lorien.

The Daily Record, with 134 years of editorial excellence, conducts the Reader Rankings through a rigorous process involving nomination and voting rounds, ultimately identifying top performers across multiple categories. As part of BridgeTower Media, one of the country's leading business-to-business media companies, The Daily Record maintains digital-first daily news coverage while publishing print editions and hosting numerous annual recognition events. This longstanding recognition program provides valuable insights for Maryland residents seeking quality senior care options, with Lorien's repeated success signaling consistent performance in a competitive healthcare landscape.