Our Story
About Us
A healthcare compliance strategist, educator, author, speaker, and referral resource — all in one powerful ecosystem.
Founder & CEO
Ayo AkinOni, MPH
Healthcare Compliance Strategist · Educator · Author · Speaker · Referral Resource
Ayo AkinOni, MPH is the Founder and CEO of Balanced Care Academy, a Maryland-based healthcare compliance training
and consulting organization dedicated to equipping
healthcare professionals, assisted living providers, DDA
group home operators, and care-based entrepreneurs with
the knowledge, systems, and confidence they need to operate responsibly and successfully.
With a Master's Degree in Public Health specializing in Health Promotion, and over 10 years of experience, Ayo has supported 500+ providers across Maryland through licensure, COMAR 10.22 compliance, policy development, and staff training — including the 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Program.
But Ayo doesn't just help you start. She helps you build it, structure it, and sustain it. From navigating complex regulations to developing strong operational systems and filling beds through placement and referral support, she provides a complete pathway for providers who want to do this the right way.
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Specialization in Health Promotion
MDH–OHCQ Approved Trainer
80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Program
500+ Providers Supported
Across Maryland — Licensing to Operations
Published Author & Speaker
INKWELL Publishing Founder
Why Choose Us
What Sets Balanced Care Academy Apart
Many organizations offer training. Fewer offer consulting. Almost none
offer all of the following under one roof:
MDH–OHCQ Approved training vendor — not just a course provider
Online DDA Training 1 & 2 available now (Bundle $150)
80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Training (coming soon)
Placement & Referral Agency — we help you fill beds
INKWELL Publishing — we help you publish your expertise
Faith-grounded, empowering approach to education
Personalized support from licensing to sustained operations
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Integrity
We do what we say. Every consultation, every training, every placement is delivered with honesty and professionalism.
Empowerment
We believe every provider deserves the knowledge and tools to operate with confidence and excellence.
Excellence
We set the bar high — for ourselves and for the providers we serve. Good enough is never enough.
Compassion
Behind every license and compliance checklist is a person receiving care. We never lose sight of that
Faith & Purpose
Our work is grounded in the belief that caring for others is a calling — and we honor that calling in everything we do.
Innovation
We embrace new tools, technologies, and approaches to help providers stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
We will not only meet the requirements but exceed
requirements and expectations.
— Ayo AkinOni, MPH · Founder, Balanced Care Academy
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
About Balanced Care Academy
Maryland's premier healthcare compliance training and consulting organization. MDH–OHCQ Approved vendor for the 80-Hour Assisted Living Manager Training Program.
