MDH–OHCQ Approved Vendor

Maryland Approved

Assisted Living

Manager Training

& Placement / Referral Agency

"We will not only meet the requirements but exceed requirements and expectations."

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At Balanced Care Academy

We Offer a Full

Service Program

Assisted Living Facility (ALF) Licensing & Consulting

DDA Group Home Setup & Compliance

Online DDA Training 1 & 2 (Bundle $150)

Online Care Training — Fundamentals & Advanced

80-Hour ALF Manager Training (Coming Soon)

Placement & Referral Agency Services

INKWELL Publishing — Turn Your Expertise Into a Book

Introducing

Balanced Care Academy

Balanced Care Academy is your source for complete training and consultation for

individuals who wish to start their own ALF – Assisted Living Facility, DDA Group Home,

RSA Residential. Service Agency, or HCSA Staffing Agency.Everything

from application Health Care for a license to to zoning rules and

regulations is covered.

We also operate as a Placement & Referral Agency to help you fill beds, and through

INKWELL, we help you publish your expertise and build lasting authority in the healthcare space.

What We Do

Our Programs & Services

Healthcare Consulting

Expert guidance on COMAR 10.22, licensing, quality assurance, and policy development.

Assisted Living Manager Training

MDH–OHCQ Approved 80-Hour program and ongoing staff development courses.

Online Training

DDA Training 1 & 2, Care Training — fully online with Certificate of Completion.

Placement & Referral Agency

We help you fill beds and connect with the right clients for sustainable growth.

INKWELL Publishing

Turn your expertise into a published book that builds authority and lasting impact.

Our Commitment

Mission
Statement

Balanced Care Academy is prepared to provide you with

the guidance and complete assistance necessary to attain

your goals. We will navigate you through the paperwork and

the regulatory landscape to get your business started — and

keep it thriving.

Let's Get Started

Our team will expend our expertise and energy in creating the absolute best program

packages designed to meet your individual requirements.

A New Career Is Waiting for You!

Are you ready to get started? Reach out to us!

Start Your Online Training Today

DDA Training, Care Training — enroll now and earn your certificate.

What Our Students Say

Voices of Our Community

Ayo's guidance gave me the confidence to navigate the licensing process without fear. I walked away knowing, 'I can do this.' Balanced Care Academy is the real deal.

Monique T.

Assisted Living Facility Owner, Baltimore MD

The DDA Compliance Bundle was exactly what my team needed. Clear, practical, and immediately applicable. We passed our compliance review with zero deficiencies.

David O.

DDA Group Home Operator, Prince George's County

What sets Balanced Care Academy apart is the heart behind the work. Ayo doesn't just teach compliance — she teaches you to care with purpose and integrity.

Pastor James K.

Faith-Based Care Home Director

I completed the DDA Training and received my certificate the same day I finished. Ayo's teaching style makes you feel seen and empowered. Highly recommend.

Sandra W.

Aspiring ALF Manager, Montgomery County

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Maryland ALF Startup Checklist

The exact 10-step checklist Ayo uses to guide providers through the Maryland ALF licensing process.

📄 What's inside:

  • Determine ALF license type
  • Complete MDH–OHCQ requirements
  • Secure facility zoning approval
  • Develop Policy Manual
  • Complete 80-Hour Training
  • Hire staff
➜ + 4 more steps inside...

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Contact Information

Achieve your goals with us! Let us know if you have any

questions and we'll get back to you right away

Phone: (800) 414-0032

Hours: Mon–Fri: 10AM – 6PM | Sat: 9AM – 6PM

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Ready to take the next step? Contact us today and let's build your legacy of exceptional care together.

Contact Information

Achieve your goals with us! Let us know if you have any

questions and we'll get back to you right away.

3517 Langrehr Rd, Windsor Mill, MD 21244

Mon–Fri: 10AM – 6PM | Sat: 9AM – 6PM

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