Ardent Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Baltimore, MD
Ardent Living
Memory Care & Assisted Living · Baltimore, MD
Create meaningful moments in your golden years at Ardent Living, a dedicated haven in Baltimore, MD, specializing in memory care. Residents, especially those with cognitive conditions, receive the highest quality of care for their unique needs from a respectful and highly trained team available 24/7. Specially designed and secure accommodations are also available in a nurturing and stress-free setting to promote familiarity.
To improve residents’ cognition, a fun-filled calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delightful and healthy dining options. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medicine as prescribed. With its comprehensive services and state-of-the-art amenities, residents are guaranteed to thrive beyond their condition.
5-bed community Rank #436 / 697Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 436th out of 697 homes in Maryland for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maryland SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
7 years in operation Rank #172 / 208Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 172nd out of 208 homes in Maryland for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Maryland SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 36 / 100 Rank #563 / 985Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 563rd out of 985 homes in Maryland for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maryland SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Facility TypeAl
CountyCharles
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
No CNA training program
ContactMs. Sajid Cheerma, CEO
No mild Alzheimer's level
No moderate Alzheimer's level
No severe Alzheimer's level
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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5.7 miles from city center
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| Morningside House of Friendship |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Hanover | 103
Facility
103
MD AVG
44
Rank
#115 / 697 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
43
Rank
#563 / 985 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 32
Facility
32
MD AVG
21
Rank
#33 / 208 | - |
23% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 23% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (77% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
77% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 77% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
86% White Residents — State Benchmarked 86% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data. |
13% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown. |
1% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 1% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (1%). |
8% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 8% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
35% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 35% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs. |
41% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 41% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm. |
16% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 16% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Brightview Towson |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Towson (Loch Raven) | 100
Facility
100
MD AVG
44
Rank
#120 / 697 | No |
92
Facility
92
MD AVG
43
Rank
#17 / 985 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 14
Facility
14
MD AVG
21
Rank
#138 / 208 | - |
28% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 28% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (72% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
72% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 72% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
0% White Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A lower White share than the Maryland average — the community may draw a more diverse resident mix relative to other facilities in Maryland. |
0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
100% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 100% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Other (100%). | - | - | - | - |
| Charter Senior Living of Towson |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Baltimore (The Orchards) | 92
Facility
92
MD AVG
44
Rank
#159 / 697 | No |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
43
Rank
#563 / 985 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 5
Facility
5
MD AVG
21
Rank
#182 / 208 | - |
25% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 25% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (75% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
75% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 75% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
88% White Residents — State Benchmarked 88% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. Close to the average for this category among assisted living facilities in Maryland with reported race/ethnicity data. |
7% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 7% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. In line with the Maryland average for African American residents among facilities reporting this breakdown. |
4% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 4% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (3%), Hispanic (1%). | - |
22% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 22% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. Below the state norm — the resident mix may skew either younger or older than this typical middle bracket. |
60% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 60% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. A high concentration of very elderly residents signals a higher-acuity facility with experience caring for advanced age-related needs. |
15% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 15% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Brightview Mays Chapel Ridge |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Timonium (Dixon Hill) | 89
Facility
89
MD AVG
44
Rank
#165 / 697 | No |
52
Facility
52
MD AVG
43
Rank
#402 / 985 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 50
Facility
50
MD AVG
21
Rank
#1 / 208 | A+ |
13% Male Residents — State Benchmarked 13% of residents are male, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This facility caters to a majority female resident pool (87% female), consistent with the broader assisted living trend where women significantly outnumber men. |
87% Female Residents — State Benchmarked 87% of residents are female, compared to the Maryland average of 69%. Women comprise the large majority, consistent with national assisted living demographics where women live longer and enter care facilities at higher rates. |
99% White Residents — State Benchmarked 99% of residents are reported as White, compared to the Maryland average of 81%. A higher White share than is typical for assisted living in Maryland in this dataset — compare with peer facilities for local context. |
0% African American Residents — State Benchmarked 0% of residents are reported as African American or Black, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. A lower African American share than is typical in Maryland; local markets still vary widely. |
1% Other Ethnicity Residents — State Benchmarked 1% of residents fall into categories other than White or African American (combined), compared to the Maryland average of 6%. This column aggregates Hispanic, Asian, multiracial, and any other labeled groups that are not classified as White or African American. Reported subgroups in this total: Asian (1%). |
3% Residents Age 65–74 — State Benchmarked 3% of residents are 65–74, compared to the Maryland average of 13%. Fewer younger seniors suggests the resident population skews older, likely requiring higher acuity care and more hands-on support. |
30% Residents Age 75–84 — State Benchmarked 30% of residents are 75–84, compared to the Maryland average of 31%. This is the second most common age bracket in assisted living, representing residents with moderate care needs. |
48% Residents Age 85–94 — State Benchmarked 48% of residents are 85–94, compared to the Maryland average of 44%. This is typically the most common age bracket in assisted living — this facility is in line with the statewide norm. |
18% Residents Age 95+ — State Benchmarked 18% of residents are 95 or older, compared to the Maryland average of 16%. In line with the statewide profile for the oldest resident bracket. |
| Ardent Living |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Baltimore (West Hills) | 5
Facility
5
MD AVG
44
Rank
#436 / 697 | No |
36
Facility
36
MD AVG
43
Rank
#563 / 985 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | 7
Facility
7
MD AVG
21
Rank
#172 / 208 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Ardent Living
What neighborhood is Ardent Living in?
Ardent Living is in the West Hills neighborhood of Baltimore.
Is Ardent Living in a walkable area?
Ardent Living has a walk score of 36. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How many beds does Ardent Living have?
Ardent Living has 5 beds.
Are there photos of Ardent Living?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Ardent Living in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Ardent Living?
Ardent Living is located at 821 Nottingham Road, Baltimore, MD 21229.
What is the phone number of Ardent Living?
(667) 303-3153 will put you in contact with the team at Ardent Living.
What county is Ardent Living located in?
Ardent Living is in Charles County.
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