College Manor Assisted Living sits in Lutherville Timonium, Maryland, right on 11 acres of peaceful gardens and walking paths, in a big house that used to be a girls' college back in old Lutherville, and the place has a family-owned, home-like feeling that a lot of folks over 90 years old seem to appreciate since most who've stayed there can tell you there's a warmth to it that's hard to find. There are 80 assisted living units, and you can pick either private single rooms or suites, all with private bathrooms, some with kitchenettes, and every room is air-conditioned and comes furnished, so there's comfort and privacy whichever way you go. Residents get three meals daily, prepared with care in a restaurant-style dining room, and dietary needs, like diabetic diets and special restrictions, are part of the plan so everyone eats well, and there's always help with dressing or bathing, getting around, taking medicine, and other daily things, with nurses in charge and doctors visiting when needed, and a staff led by Director of Nursing Jessica Ostendarp and Director of Nursing Operations Cindy Riddick. There's a strong focus on memory care and Alzheimer's support, and College Manor has secure settings, smoke detectors, sprinkler systems, and personal call systems for safety.
You can see fresh flowers on tables and maybe somebody's playing on the grand piano, or a group is heading outside for gardening, a stroll through the landscaped grounds, or catching a planned trip into town, because there's always something happening like activities led by Jessica Riddick, who organizes day trips, social meetings, painting, games, gardening, and even shopping, so it's easy to keep busy or be with friends. The library, activity center, gaming room, computer center, wellness center, and beauty salon are open, and folks can take part in tai chi, physical therapy, fitness, or join a book club. Extended family-assisted living, independent living, nursing home care, and even respite care-short term or long term, for surgery recovery or just some help after an illness-are available, and you'll find every resident can set their own daily schedule.
The care fits what each person needs and isn't just one-size-fits-all, so seniors get personal help without giving up independence, and the community puts a lot into helping folks feel comfortable and connected, with healthy meals, regular social activities, transportation for appointments or shopping, and plenty of places to relax, from sunny courtyards with seating to a country view out the back. The facility is run by a steady team, with Robert Renaud overseeing operations, John Horine as managing director, Jane Banks as owner, and a contact point known as Bar Tender, all focused on making life safe and enjoyable, not fancy or fussy. Housekeeping, linen, and maintenance are routine, and families can take virtual tours if they want a look before coming out in person, which is handy. College Manor doesn't put on a big show, but it does offer a reliable, peaceful, and caring spot for seniors who want help but still like a place that feels a bit like home, with enough happening to keep minds and hands busy day after day.
