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Assisted Living Home

Helen Purcell

Assisted Living Home

Helen Purcell

1854 Norwood Blvd, Zanesville, OH 43701 View map
Overview of Helen Purcell

Known to be the home where legendary care and authentic love are received, Hellen Purcell is one of Zanesville premier assisted living communities. For over 135 years, the community has provided fantastic resort-style living for many families over the years. Hellen Purcell is the home where residents continue to live purposeful lives through an innovative, modern, dignified approach.

The lifestyle at Hellen Purcell is focused on its residents’ comfort and stability, ensuring they receive full support for a stress-free living. Staff provides memory care support, therapy services, and long-term stays; while residents get to enjoy seamless access to lounge areas, recreational rooms, and the dining room.

(740) 453-1745
Walk Score
Walk Score: 45 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License details

Facility type
Residential Care Facility
Status Active
County: MUSKINGUM

Ownership & operating entity

Helen Purcell is administrated by JUSTIN MIDDLETON.

Policies

Pets Allowed
No Smoking
No Alcohol
Honor DO NOT Resuscitate
Family Council Available
Residents come first!

Contact Information

Fax: (740) 453-6674

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Helen Purcell

Assisted Living Independent Living

Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Payment & Funding Options

Methods of Payment other than Private: Self Pay

Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Scores

Resident Satisfaction Score
87.44

Based on survey responses.

Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Latest inspection

Date:April 9, 2025

Inspection oversight

Immediate jeopardy identified:No
Substandard quality of care cited:No

3 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Ohio average: 2 citations

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

86 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

79 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

95 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

83 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

85 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

92 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

81 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

86 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

Family satisfaction survey results

The Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University conducts a satisfaction survey among residents' family members, friends and guardians to assess quality of care and life.

Average score

78 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

76 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

84 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

89 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

80 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

80 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

66 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

75 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Helen Purcell

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 5.9
Several times a week 29.4
Once a week 41.2
Two to three times a month 5.9
Once a month 5.9
Few times a year 11.8

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Address 56.6 miles from city center — 0.91 miles to nearest hospital (Zanesville VA Clinic)

Address 1854 Norwood Blvd, Zanesville, OH 43701

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+, Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

$5,000 (individual).

Limited funding; regional variation.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+, OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.

~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Not assessed; income-focused.

Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Not assessed; home ownership required.

Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

~$147,600/year (family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county).

Not assessed; hardship-focused.

Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

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