Lorien Health Services

Founded over 40 years ago by Nicholas Mangione, Sr., the company is currently led by CEO Lou Grimmel and operates with a stated philosophy of being 'a nursing home that dislikes nursing homes,' emphasizing a 'Care forward' innovative approach to senior care. Lorien has distinguished itself in Maryland's senior care market by receiving the state's first Purple Flag Excellence in Dementia Care accreditation for its Harmony Park memory care neighborhood in Columbia, making it the only assisted living company in Maryland to earn this designation. For nursing professionals, Lorien offers employment across RN, LPN, and CNA roles at its various Maryland communities. The company markets itself as treating team members as 'an extension of family' and has received external recognition including The Daily Record's 2019 Advancements Nursing award and 2019 Nurse of the Year, as well as The Baltimore Sun's 'Baltimore's Best' Elder Care Reader's Choice. RN positions advertise competitive hourly pay ranging from $30 to $46 per hour depending on experience and location, with same-day pay available to all employees. Employee feedback on Indeed rates the company at 3.5 out of 5 stars across 378 reviews, indicating a moderately positive but mixed experience.

Lorien Health Services operates on a 'Care forward' philosophy, positioning itself as different from traditional nursing homes. The company's values, established by founder Nicholas Mangione, Sr., emphasize treating employees as family, working hard, setting teams up for success, and actively praising and rewarding achievements. The organization is committed to innovative approaches to resident care, as evidenced by its investment in specialized programs like Harmony Park memory care and pursuit of accreditations such as the Purple Flag Excellence in Dementia Care designation.