About The Cottages Of Perry Hall
In Parkville, Maryland
Navigate Senior Living In Parkville, MD The Right Way
Find excellent care at The Cottages of Perry Hall.
Owned by Charter Senior Living, discover Assisted Living and Memory Care in Parkville, Maryland, that enhance the human spirit.
Choosing a Charter Senior Living community means working with and developing relationships with experienced professionals in senior care who strive to improve the quality of life for residents and their families each day.
Our senior living services set us apart from other care facilities because we provide a true sense of community and personalization to older adults with specific needs and wants. In fact – we don’t even refer to ourselves as a “facility.” The warm, meaningful relationships cultivated and nurtured among residents, staff, leadership and families create a homelike neighborhood in Parkville you won’t find anywhere else.
We specialize in two important care levels and lifestyles – Assisted Living and Memory Care. Whatever you seek from senior living for yourself or a loved one, know that when you step foot into a Charter Senior Living community, you’ll be welcomed with open arms, treated like family, and feel comfortable in a place where you’ll find the best Assisted Living and Memory Care services.
Our philosophy is simple: Do the right thing for residents, whatever it takes. Our entire organization is dedicated to making sure that every person who calls The Cottages of Perry Hall home will live their absolute best life, every single day.
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Who we are
Charter Senior Living is a family-owned senior living organization with a successful record of providing high-quality lifestyles to seniors and their families. At Charter, we offer the lifestyle, support and care our residents want – and need. Our goal is to demonstrate unwavering commitment to residents and their families every day while serving with heart, purpose, courage and fun.
YOUR GO-TO COMMUNITY FOR ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE
Throughout the aging process, we all could use some additional support. Find just that, with the extra touch of personalization, in our Assisted Living neighborhood. Our team works with residents and their loved ones to customize a daily schedule based on their lifestyles and preferences and will supervise all activities of daily living (ADLs) needed for the individual to enjoy a purposeful life.
At The Cottages of Perry Hall, we also specialize in providing Memory Care through our new, research-based Flourish℠ programming. This personalized approach meets individual tastes and preferences while helping your loved one navigate the physical and cognitive challenges of memory loss. Residents in our Memory Care community are given the freedom to live fully and comfortably with licensed skilled nurses on site 24/7, private residences, programming to keep them engaged, and every feature to help them feel safe and secure.
What we offer
Help your loved one get started on their senior living journey today. Our beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care community is best in class, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, an array of convenient services and amenities, exceptional programming, and a staff that treats every resident like family.
We also welcome prospective residents and families to take advantage of our Short-Term Stays (Respite Care). This is a great way to get to know the The Cottages of Perry Hall team, explore our community, and become immersed in every service we offer to full-time residents without making any sort of long-term commitment.
There are exceptional tangibles to experience, but what makes us stand out from other senior living communities are the intangibles. The only way to sense the true difference is to come visit our community for yourself.
MEET THE LEADERS WHO MAKE THE DIFFERENCE.
If you or your loved one could benefit from Assisted Living or Memory Care, start your next chapter at Charter. Rest confidently knowing that each day will be met with a sense of purpose guided by happiness, health and compassion.
Charter Partners with Joe & Bella: Where Style Meets Purpose
Charter Senior Living is proud to partner with Joe & Bella, an adaptive apparel brand that blends style with smart design to help older adults dress more easily and confidently. With thoughtfully designed features such as magnetic closures, stretch fabrics and options for seated dressing, Joe & Bella’s clothing supports independence without sacrificing personal style.
This partnership also supports a greater mission with 10% of all Joe & Bella purchases made through Charter’s website during The Longest Day® campaign helping to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association®.
Shop Joe & Bella’s adaptive clothing – designed to make dressing easier and more dignified – through the Charter website and receive 10% off your order.
CONTACT US TODAY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY.
You and your loved ones are always welcomed with open arms. Visit us for a tour at your convenience and feel the Charter difference.
Sashalee Shakes – Executive Director
Sashalee Shakes is a dedicated senior living professional with over twelve years of experience in healthcare and more than nine years in leadership roles within assisted living communities. Throughout her career, she has remained deeply committed to delivering compassionate, individualized care while fostering open, respectful communication with residents and their families. She brings extensive experience in assessing residents’ psychosocial and activities of daily living (ADL) needs, developing and coordinating comprehensive care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure dignified, safe, and consistent support.
Sashalee’s leadership style is hands-on and collaborative, grounded in accountability, professionalism, and a strong commitment to quality care. Over the course of her career, she has advanced through several key leadership positions, including Executive Director, Assistant Executive Director, Business Office Manager, and Resident Services Director. These roles have strengthened her expertise in community operations, regulatory compliance, resident services, financial oversight, and staff development. Each step in her professional journey has enhanced her ability to manage complex responsibilities while cultivating a supportive, family-centered environment for residents and their loved ones.
She holds multiple professional certifications and remains committed to ongoing education and professional development. Sashalee firmly believes that continuous learning is essential to meeting the evolving needs of residents, families, and staff. She is passionate about creating safe, supportive, and nurturing assisted living environments where residents feel respected, families feel heard, and team members feel valued.
Outside of her professional life, family is her foundation. She is married and a proud mother of three children, ages 15, 8, and 4. She values quality time with her family and believes that maintaining a strong family life shapes her leadership approach, deepens her empathy, and strengthens her commitment to compassionate care.
Missy Antonio – Sales & Marketing Director
After doing accounting work for many years, Missy decided on a career change to the medical field and obtained her CNA/GNA. She then began working for an in-home company and she knew working with seniors was her calling. In her role at Charter Senior Living, Missy is passionate about helping families navigate the journey of moving a loved one into the community. Her hands-on approach during the move-in process provides peace of mind so families and new residents feel comfortable every step of the way.
Missy loves coming to work each day with “each of her 60 grandparents” with whom she shares a close bond. She enjoys boating, fishing, the beach, and spending time with her family.
Chef Tommy – Executive Chef
Chef Tommy has been in the restaurant business for over 30 years and specializes in Italian cuisine. He first started his love in the kitchen as a cook at Sabatino’s Italian restaurant. He also has over 15 years of experience supervising the kitchen for a nearby retirement community. In his spare time; he enjoys vacationing and spending time with his wife and daughters. They own a vacation home in Florida, which he escapes to when he can. Tommy has a funny side to him and enjoys conversing with the residents and his peers. He has been part of our team since August. He loves to wine and dine with our residents and share his love of cooking with the staff!