Business Details
Trusted Assisted Living Community in Baltimore
A Blessing Away From Home is a family-owned business dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care through five residential assisted living homes in West Baltimore and North East Baltimore County. Our certified caregivers specialize in long-term care for aging, illness recovery, and rehabilitation, with a particular focus on dementia support. We maintain a 1:4 caregiver-to-resident ratio to ensure personalized attention, employing career-driven Med Tech-certified staff committed to promoting health and trust. Our full-time Activities & Care Coordinator organizes therapeutic programs and recreational activities to enhance residents' quality of life.With over 30 years of psychiatric expertise from founder Latanya Lewis, we utilize clinical observation and medication management to address challenging behaviors. Contracted medical professionals, including a psychiatrist and nurse practitioner, provide regular evaluations, while our focus on nutrition, hydration, and safety has minimized hospitalizations. Our multiple locations offer varying levels of independence and support to meet diverse resident needs.
Services
Assisted Living
Dementia Support
Medication Management
Medical Support
Activities Coordination
Housekeeping Services
Nutrition Programs
Safety Monitoring
Rehabilitation Care
24-Hour Staffing
Highlights and features
- Founder has 30+ years of psychiatric experience from Johns Hopkins and Kennedy Krieger
- Maintains 1:4 caregiver-to-resident ratio for personalized attention
- All staff are Med Tech certified with professional training
- Full-time Activities & Care Coordinator ensures resident engagement
- Low hospitalization rates through focused nutrition and hydration programs
What people say
Friendly, professional team
Compassionate care
Family-like environment
Services
Assisted Living
Our assisted living program provides 24-hour staffing with a 1:4 caregiver ratio, offering personalized support for daily activities, medication management, and safety monitoring. Certified caregivers deliver compassionate care tailored to individual needs in home-like environments across five Baltimore locations. This service promotes independence while ensuring professional medical and personal assistance for seniors and individuals requiring long-term support.
Dementia Support
Specialized dementia care combines clinical observation, behavior redirection, and medication management by experienced psychiatric professionals. Our team addresses challenging behaviors through personalized care plans developed over 30 years of expertise from founder Latanya Lewis. Contracted psychiatrists provide regular evaluations to maintain cognitive health and emotional well-being for residents with memory-related conditions.
Medical Support
Comprehensive medical care includes monthly primary care visits, podiatry services, and medication delivery from local pharmacies. Our certified Med Tech staff and contracted nurse practitioners ensure proper health monitoring and timely interventions. This service focuses on preventive care and chronic condition management to minimize hospitalizations and maintain resident wellness.
Activities Coordination
Full-time Activities Coordinator organizes daily therapeutic exercises, social events, and leisure outings to stimulate physical and cognitive function. Programs include in-home therapies, group activities, and scheduled entertainment tailored to residents' interests and abilities. These structured engagements promote social interaction and emotional well-being in a supportive environment.
Nutrition Programs
Catered meals are prepared daily with attention to nutritional requirements and dietary restrictions. Our hydration and nutrition focus supports overall health maintenance while accommodating individual preferences. This service works in conjunction with medical monitoring to ensure proper nourishment contributes to residents' physical stability and recovery processes.
People
Latanya Lewis
Owner
With over 30 years of psychiatric experience from Johns Hopkins and Kennedy Krieger, Latanya founded A Blessing Away From Home to address behavioral challenges in senior care through clinical expertise and compassionate management.
Akeylah Davis
Administrator
Manages daily operations across five residential homes, ensuring quality care delivery and regulatory compliance while maintaining the family-oriented environment central to the organization's mission.
Sasha Hamilton
Manager
Coordinates staff and resident needs across multiple locations, implementing care protocols and safety measures to maintain consistent service quality in all residential facilities.
Tia Cooper
Manager
Oversees resident care programs and staff training initiatives, focusing on dementia support strategies and personalized care approaches that align with the organization's clinical standards.
Anita Smith
Caregiver
Provides direct resident care as part of the 1:4 caregiver-to-resident ratio team, delivering medication management and daily living assistance while building trusting relationships with residents.
Questions
What assisted living services do you offer?
We provide 24-hour staffing, medication management, housekeeping, safety monitoring, and personalized care for daily activities across five residential homes in Baltimore.
Do you specialize in dementia care?
Yes, our specialized dementia program uses clinical observation and behavior redirection techniques developed by our founder with 30+ years of psychiatric experience.
What medical support is available?
Monthly primary care visits, podiatry services, medication delivery, and on-call psychiatric support ensure comprehensive medical care for all residents.
How do you keep residents engaged?
Our full-time Activities Coordinator organizes daily therapeutic exercises, social events, and leisure outings tailored to residents' interests and physical capabilities.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept self-pay arrangements and Medicaid Waivers for qualified residents seeking assisted living services in our Baltimore facilities.
Are there different living options available?
Yes, our five locations offer varying levels of independence and support to accommodate diverse resident needs across West Baltimore and North East Baltimore County.
