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Welcome to LifeSpan Network
LifeSpan Network is the largest senior care provider association in the Mid-Atlantic, representing more than 500+ senior care provider organizations in Maryland and the District of Columbia. LifeSpan’s members include not-for-profit and for-profit facilities and business associates providing care and services to seniors across the continuum of care, including: independent living, assisted living, nursing facilities, continuing care retirement communities, subsidized senior housing, and community-based and hospital-based programs.
Providers and professionals involved in senior care in Maryland and the District of Columbia turn to LifeSpan Network to learn about the latest legislation and trends in senior care. LifeSpan’s Beacon Institute provides education for senior care providers. We also offer a number of great products and services that providers can take advantage of to help them save money and run a more efficient community.
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Recent News
Thu, Dec 18
Purple Flag Excellence in Dementia Care Accredits Second Maryland Community in Deer’s Head Hospital
Purple Flag Excellence in Dementia Care™ has accredited its second community in Maryland – Deer’s Head Hospital Center, a LifeSpan Network community. This accreditation marks Purple Flag’s continued expansion and underscores the strength of its growing partnerships. As a long-term care provider, Deer’s Head will fly Purple Flag’s Memory Care flag recognizing the fact that […]
Thu, Dec 18
Outcome of 2025 Maryland Special Session
The Maryland General Assembly, including both the House of Delegates and the Senate, convened yesterday, December 16, 2025, in a Special Session so that the House of Delegates could elect a new Speaker following the resignation of former Speaker Adrienne Jones. While Speaker Jones has resigned from the Speakership, she has indicated that she will […]
Tue, Dec 16
AHCA/NCAL 2025 Annual Report
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) continues to focus on its three-year strategic plan, as well as the policy priorities outlined in “The Better Way” to deliver bold solutions for quality long term and post-acute care. In 2025, AHCA/NCAL achieved many successes in workforce, economic health, regulatory, and quality […]