Carroll Lutheran Village, a non-profit Life Plan Community in Westminster, has recently been named a winner in the 2026 Carroll News Readers’ Choice Awards, a recognition that reflects the trust and support of the Carroll County community.

Carroll News Readers’ Choice recognition adds to CLV’s long history of community accolades. In addition to this honor, CLV has been named Carroll’s Best for 13 consecutive years, earned the designation as a Best Nursing Home for both Long-term Care and Short-term Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report, and achieved a five-star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services—the highest distinction awarded for health care quality and performance. Together, these recognitions underscore CLV’s commitment to innovation, personalized care and delivering meaningful, high-quality experiences that enrich its residents’ lives every day. 

“We are incredibly honored to be recognized by the readers of Carroll News,” said Michelle Rosenheim, vice president of operations and sales for CLV’s managing organization, Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland. “This award is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the community we serve. It reinforces our commitment to providing exceptional experiences, high-quality care and a vibrant lifestyle for our residents every day.”

The annual award invites Carroll News reader to vote for their favorite local businesses, services and organizations. Being selected as a winner highlights CLV’s strong reputation for excellence in senior living, compassionate care and community engagement.

Carroll Lutheran Village, a community of Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland, is a non-profit Life Plan Community in Westminster, MD. serving nearly 550 residents in 397 homes and apartments, 10 memory care suites, 51 assisted living suites and 72 skilled care beds.  For more information about the CLV, call 410-848-0090 or visit clvillage.org.