NDMU and Brightview Mark Groundbreaking on Maryland’s First Senior Living Community on a College Campus

BALTIMORE, Md. – Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU), in partnership with Brightview Senior Living, has announced the beginning of site demolition and groundbreaking for a new senior living community to be developed on the University’s campus, marking the first senior community to break ground on a college campus in Maryland.

This milestone is Phase One of a transformative project that uniquely integrates higher education and senior living, creating a shared environment designed to foster connection, intergenerational learning, and community. The development also represents Brightview’s debut community in Baltimore City, bringing new job opportunities to the city.

“This moment represents far more than the start of construction. It reflects Notre Dame of Maryland University’s mission to promote lifelong learning and build strong communities rooted in purpose, service, and engagement,” said Marylou Yam, Ph.D., president of Notre Dame of Maryland University. “Notre Dame is proud to partner with Brightview to establish the first senior living community on a university campus in Maryland and to create an environment where intergenerational learning and relationships can flourish. Notre Dame students in health professions and other majors will have unique opportunities to engage with residents through a variety of collaborative programming and shared experiences.”

“We are pleased to see this historic Brightview Senior Living project move forward as the first of its kind on a college campus in Maryland. This development represents a true win-win – creating local jobs, strengthening the neighborhood, and allowing longtime residents to remain close to the people, institutions, and places they love. It’s an innovative model that reflects our commitment to thoughtful growth and community connection,” added Brandon Scott, 52nd Mayor of Baltimore.