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Lorien Columbia

6334 Cedar Lane

3.5(109 ratings)· Columbia average: 4.6

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Quick Facts

Total units
205
Medicare rating
2 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
205
Hospital Proximity
Howard County General Hospital minutes away
Specialized Services
Ventilator and tracheotomy care offered on-site
Therapy Equipment
Advanced rehab tech like SciFit and Synchrony for Dysphagia

What Families Think

Reviewers describe Lorien Columbia as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center where staff are frequently praised by name for attentive, professional care during short-term rehab stays. Multiple families highlight successful recoveries and smooth discharges, though the overall Google rating suggests experiences are not universally five-star.

The Good

  • Reviewers repeatedly name and praise specific caring nurses
  • Multiple successful short-term rehab stays leading to discharge home
  • Physical, occupational, and speech therapy praised by families
  • Good communication during admission and discharge process
  • Food and meal choices described positively by residents

The Bad

  • One report of a disruptive roommate affecting sleep
  • Google rating of 3.5 suggests inconsistent experiences overall

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Lorien Columbia is a senior living community in Columbia, Maryland offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.5 out of 5 across 109 reviews.

About Lorien Columbia

Lorien Health Systems - Columbia is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offering assisted living services in Columbia, Maryland. The community provides a full range of services for seniors with both short-term and long-term care needs under one roof.

The facility offers inpatient and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy; wound care; medication management; ventilator care; and dietary support and education. Advanced therapy equipment including SciFit, NuStep, Synchrony for Dysphagia, and a Balance Machine are available. The community has recently renovated its physical therapy room with new equipment to support resident rehabilitation needs.

The community operates a memory care neighborhood called Harmony Park, which received Maryland's first Purple Flag accreditation. This specialized care option serves residents with memory-related conditions alongside the main skilled nursing and assisted living services.

Located in Columbia, one of Maryland's popular shopping and dining destinations, residents have access to activities both within the facility and in the surrounding community. Howard County General Hospital is located within minutes of the facility, providing nearby medical resources for residents who may need emergency or specialized care.

Types of Care at Lorien Columbia

Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Chapel / Religious Services
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Lorien Columbia

3.5overall · 109 ratings combined

3.5★ on Google (109)

Rodney Michel

May 2026

via Google

My experience at Lorien Columbia was absolutely wonderful. All the staff were skilled and. caring and treated me so very well. I must especially commend two of the nurses who were so professional and had such a tremendous bedside manner. Nurses Ellen and Leah (I’m sorry I cannot remember their last names but the cared for me in Room 208)made my stay at Lorien Columbia a good and memorable experience. - a 5 star experience. . They were skilled at their work with my condition and they helped keep my attitude positive and joyful. In all my years at Lorien institutions they are the finest nurses that I have ever encountered. The food was really good and having choices was a fine experience. This was my third trip through Lorien Columbia and the meals were better than ever. All in all my time at Lorien Columbia was fantastic.

Valerie H

Apr 2026

via Google

My 93 year old mother-in-law was at Lorien Columbia for rehabilitation after a 9 day stay at Howard County General Hospital. We all (MIL, FIL and me) were extremely pleased with all the staff who helped her during this time. In particular, we found Kena, LaFrance, Nasirah, Iffy, Angela, Elizabeth and Josh to be very caring and attentive, which in turn helped her to reach her goal of returning home in just 2 short weeks. PT, OT & speech therapists were wonderful as well. Lorien has done an amazing job of hiring the right people to care for patients in a challenging hiring environment and deserve many kudos for this.

Van Hawkins

Mar 2026

via Google

Kadesha from Lorien called us to inform us we were accepted for rehab transferred me to Helen in the Finance area and she explained to me what to expect. Ms La La admitted us at roughly 1030 pm Very professional and had a smile even though my demeanor wasn’t the most pleasant due to my sheer exhaustion. Our encounter with staff from 3 south was very accommodating. Kena consistently followed up throughout our stay to check on us. Dr Thomas was very professional forthcoming and thorough my Mom complimented his bed side manner. Mom for the most part enjoyed most of the meals. Mom was experiencing lack of sleep Due to our room mate having intermittent loud outbursts. Mom was able to transition to a new room. The 3 south staff was a tough act to follow but the 2 south staff picked up where they left off. The dialysis center provided my mom with Smoothness in the sticking process. McKenna was able to get answer questions needed. On visits Whitney at the front desk always smiled and said enjoy your visit Sterling Thoroughly explained the discharge process . My mom s rehab experience was a success

smart song

Mar 2026

via Google

We brought our dad from other nursing home because my mother passed away there. Dad was very depressed. Here at Lorien dad got better and better every day. Thanks to all the help from staff specially the nurse Oh. She’s Korean and my dad feels comfortable with her. Her care made my dad recover from depression. Dad seems relaxed and eating well too. Thank you for caring with love.

Nanik Lahori

Feb 2026

via Google

I was admitted to the Lorien Rehabilitation in Columbia on January 20th, 2026 and was discharged on February 12th, 2026., I am writing this to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible care I received during my stay there. All staff had been extremely kind and ready to help promptly, thoughtfully, and efficiently. I will never forget their dedication to my healing. I would like to personally thank: Irfan, Angela, Elizabeth, Abu, Joshua, Katie, Missi, Kalsey, Dr. Seay, Nurse Practitioner Lauren and social worker Damara. The management, the nursing staff, the physio therapy, occupation therapy, speech therapy, and even the support staff make Lorien Rehabilitation, one of the best center in the Washington Metropolitan area. With heartiest appreciation, Nanik Lahori

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 78 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Jan 14, 2026Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard31 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Meet other general requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 4, 2026

  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Apr 13, 2026

Sep 29, 2025Health Complaint6 citations
  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

  • Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Dec 29, 2025

Jul 12, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard34 citations
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 22, 2024

  • Provide behavior health training consistent with the requirements and as determined by a facility assessment.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program that includes effective communications for direct care staff members.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 22, 2024

  • Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 25, 2024

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 25, 2024

Oct 4, 2019Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard7 citations
  • Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

  • Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 30, 2019

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Lorien Columbia offer?

Lorien Columbia offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Lorien Columbia located?

Lorien Columbia is located at 6334 Cedar Lane in Columbia, Maryland.

What do families say about Lorien Columbia?

Reviewers describe Lorien Columbia as a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center where staff are frequently praised by name for attentive, professional care during short-term rehab stays. Multiple families highlight successful recoveries and smooth discharges, though the overall Google rating suggests experiences are not universally five-star.

How did Lorien Columbia do on recent health and safety inspections?

Lorien Columbia had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 78 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

How can families visit Lorien Columbia?

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