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Most reviewers describe Lorien Bel Air as a rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility where staff, therapists, and nursing teams provided attentive, effective care that helped residents recover and regain independence. One detailed negative account describes serious concerns about a family member's declining cognitive health going unaddressed over an extended stay, ending in a hospital transfer and hospice care. Overall sentiment is largely positive but includes at least one report raising real concerns about responsiveness to changing patient needs.
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Lorien Bel Air is a senior living community in Bel Air, Maryland offering Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 65 reviews.
Lorien Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Bel Air is an assisted living community located in Bel Air, Maryland, offering 24-hour nursing coverage with a focus on community, connection, comfort and care. The facility has recently added new assisted living apartments designed to provide enhanced comfort and flexibility for residents.
The community emphasizes rehabilitation and recovery services, helping seniors heal and maximize their quality of life through physical therapy and skilled nursing care. Staff members work to support residents in regaining independence and returning to their homes when possible.
Lorien Bel Air provides numerous social events and activities designed to foster friendships and engagement among residents. The community is situated in bustling Bel Air, positioning residents to maintain connection to the surrounding area and local activities.
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Help Me Choose3.6overall · 65 ratings combined
3.6★ on Google (65)
Roxanne Hann
May 2026
My mother received the best care at Lorian. All of the staff was very nice. The doctor assigned to her on the rehab was very knowledgeable. If not for his care, she would not have gotten to baseline health. I was so please with their care. Everyone really cares about their clients.
Kathie Richardson
May 2026
Really should be a zero. I started out being very pleased with Lorien. I thought that I found a place that had some standards. My mom was first in another facility, it was horrible form the minute you open the front door. Lorien seemed to be a god sent for us. During my mother's stay, she was able to elope twice. The first time I did not think anything of it. the second time was uncalled for. The last year in a half, we started to notice big changes in my mothers behaviors. My family and I kept asking for some cognitive testing. Her behaviors got so bad that it was difficult to visit with her. I realize that she was a difficult patient and I tried to reason with her about that. During her last month at Lorien. On Monday, March 9th , I received a call telling me that that my mother had a panic attack and needed some breathing treatments, they were able to calm her down. Wednesday my mom called me stating that she did not feel well. I told her to ask the nurse for another breathing treatment. After that I hear nothing until Friday around 5:30. I was called by the nursing supervisor that my mom called 911 for herself, now prior to that I was told that patients are not allowed to call 911 and asked them to not let her go. Staff told me that the EMT's said she had to go. Saturday afternoon the hospital called telling me that my mother was in acute respiratory failure, and that she was crying for me. when I finally got there we talked to her for a while, she was very agitated and needed meds to calm her down. The following Monday after visiting with her the nurse pulled me aside and told me that she put in for a palliative care assessment. On Tuesday they called to schedule a palliative meeting with my mom and myself. I went, my mother was sleeping, so I was having the meeting alone. Palliative care was explained, I asked f she would be transferred back to Lorien on palliative care. Her answer was "NO, your mom is dying". she has END STAGE dementia and acute respiratory failure, she would be discharged back to Lorien on Hospice. My mom lasted 10 days after that. All along she was really sick. Thank God she called herself an ambo. She would have passed in the most uncomfortable way. Hospice provided the meds she needed to stay pain free and less agitated. Now that a little over a month has passed and I am not doing all the paperwork and process that come with a death, I find myself so angry with Lorien. The last year and especially the last month of her life and that of her families could have had such better quality and meaning. With Lorien not exploring why her behaviors were so bad and not listening to my request, my mother's last several months were horrible for her and everyone else The outcome would have not changed, however we would know why and treatments could have helped so much. I hope that the standard of care they are supposed have will now be.
ARTIST PatC (LISIE'S ART THERAPY)
May 2026
Lorien Bel Air provided superb care for my husband during his recovery from major spinal surgery. Navigating the logistics of sub-acute rehabilitation can be overwhelming, but the Admissions Director, Nick Restivo, was instrumental in making the transition seamless and ensuring we felt supported from day one. Also the team ensured we received the exact support we needed at the most critical moments. Our experience was nothing short of exceptional; the care from the nursing, physical, and occupational therapy teams was truly stellar. In particular, the dedication shown by Olivia Dixon in Physical Therapy and Sierra Wright in Occupational Therapy provided the expertise my husband needed to progress. Olivia had a remarkable intuition for his recovery, knowing exactly when to offer encouragement, when to challenge him, and when to prioritize rest. Similarly, Sierra provided the focused, practical strategies he needed to regain his independence, ensuring he felt empowered and prepared for his transition home. Thanks to the foundation laid by the Lorien staff, my husband has reached incredible milestones on his healing journey. We are forever grateful to have had them as a partner in his recovery. If you are looking for a true partner in recovery, I highly recommend this facility.
William Morgan
Apr 2026
My wife Sandy came home today after spending four weeks in Lorien of Bel Air. I don’t think her recovery would have been as fast and complete without their loving care. support, and physical therapy. The staff there, and I mean all the staff, were wonderful and I could tell from her very first day there they really cared. I must say there were a few tears this morning when we left, as both Sandy and I got a little attached to her care team, they are indeed wonderful people and Lorien is better because of them.
Jeda Taylor
Jan 2026
Loren Bel Air is a great facility. Everyone at Lorien has treated me very well. When I say everyone I mean everyone... Nick, Sarah, Gabby, Denmark, Princess, (everyone and more names I forgot.) Maintenence came up immediately to show me how to use the TV, Housekeeping has my room and all areas spotless clean. All Nurses. Techs, Aids, PT & OT, Social Worker. Activities Worker. Front Reception Desk, Dietary, so genuinely kind and caring. I liked the food too. Everyone treated my wife with kindness and accommodated her, plus Nick & Sara went out of their way and allowed my wife to stay with me overnights. My family members that had been patients at Bel Air Loren have rated Loren Bel Air very highly and I can see why. It's so great here that I don't care when I leave. Thanks Loren! Sincerely, Frank
5 inspection visits in the last three years, 53 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
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 Mar 6, 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 Mar 6, 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 Mar 6, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 6, 2026
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 6, 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 Mar 6, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 6, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 16, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 16, 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 Aug 1, 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 1, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2024
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 Aug 1, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 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 1, 2024
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 1, 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 1, 2024
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 Aug 1, 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, isolatedCorrected Aug 1, 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 1, 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 1, 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 1, 2024
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Aug 1, 2024
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, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 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 Jun 3, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 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 Jun 3, 2024
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 2024
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 3, 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 E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 10, 2019
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2019
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 Jun 10, 2019
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 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.
Lorien Bel Air offers Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Lorien Bel Air is located at 1909 Emorton Road in Bel Air, Maryland.
Most reviewers describe Lorien Bel Air as a rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility where staff, therapists, and nursing teams provided attentive, effective care that helped residents recover and regain independence. One detailed negative account describes serious concerns about a family member's declining cognitive health going unaddressed over an extended stay, ending in a hospital transfer and hospice care. Overall sentiment is largely positive but includes at least one report raising real concerns about responsiveness to changing patient needs.
Lorien Bel Air had 5 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 53 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.
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