A Ray of Light Assisted Living in Baltimore operates both as an assisted-living residence and as a residential care home, giving families two levels of support under one roof. The community accepts residents with behavioral health concerns, those who stay awake through the night, individuals under 60, and people who require special diets, including gluten-free or vegetarian meal plans. Diabetic management is available for residents on oral medications, those who require insulin injections, and those who follow a sliding-scale regimen. The community does not provide specialized dementia programming.
Clinical oversight is reinforced by a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse on staff and a nurse on call 24 hours a day. All employees undergo background checks, and the night shift remains awake. The building’s rear perimeter is fenced, and exterior doors are alarmed. On-site medical services include the ability to care for residents with psychiatric diagnoses. Staff can assist with bathing, dressing, and toileting when some physical help is needed, and they can supervise eating for residents who require only standby support. Transfers with a walker or by standby assistance are accommodated.
Private and semi-private rooms can be furnished and are kept orderly through regular housekeeping, though not every unit provides every listed feature. Basic cable is available in select accommodations, giving residents the option to stay connected to news and entertainment without arranging outside service contracts.
Meals follow either a set menu or an on-order system, and snacks are offered throughout the day. Residents who choose or require gluten-free or vegetarian diets can have those preferences honored without surcharges. Dining assistance is limited to standby supervision for those who need cues rather than hands-on help.
Additional conveniences include resident parking for those who still drive, designated outdoor areas for smoking, and campus-wide internet access that supports email, video calls, and simple web browsing.