Traditions at North Bend
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cincinnati, OH

Traditions at North Bend

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cincinnati, OH

Overview of Traditions at North Bend

Serving older adults in Cincinnati, Ohio, Traditions at North Bend is a 117-bed assisted living community on N Bend Road. The three-story residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. This gives residents several living options for their different needs and preferences.

The community provides assisted living for people who need help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, meals, and medication management as they stay independent as possible. The community has a Walk Score of 14. Most errands and outings require a car. In return, residents enjoy a quieter residential setting away from busy commercial areas.

Families considering Traditions at North Bend should take a tour of the community. Visiting in person gives them the chance to see the apartment options, explore the shared spaces, learn about daily activities, and decide whether the community is a good fit for their loved one’s needs.

Bed community size
117-bed community Rank #51 / 309Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 309 homes in Ohio for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Ohio facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 14 / 100 Rank #591 / 704Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 591st out of 704 homes in Ohio for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyHamilton

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Jaime Nell, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Contact Information

Fax(513) 510-4542

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 12 This facility has 50% fewer total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (1 vs. OH avg 2).↓ 50% better

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

87 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

95 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

96 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

86 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

83 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

82 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

80 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

87 / 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

64 / 100

Ohio average: 77 / 100

Latest survey results

Care and services

70 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Environment

69 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Moving in

80 / 100

Ohio average: 85 / 100

Facility culture

62 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Caregivers

66 / 100

Ohio average: 78 / 100

Spending time

61 / 100

Ohio average: 68 / 100

Meals and dining

48 / 100

Ohio average: 67 / 100

How often family visits residents at Traditions at North Bend

Profile of respondents of this survey

Daily 10.3
Several times a week 58.6
Once a week 27.6
Two to three times a month 3.4
Once a month 0.0
Few times a year 0.0

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 380 / 551 / 764 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Traditions at North Bend

2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio

Places of interest near Traditions at North Bend

Address 6.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cincinnati's city center to Traditions at North Bend's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.48 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Health - West Hospital)

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Compare Assisted Living around Cincinnati

Info below is compiled from the OH Dept. of Health, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Twin Towers
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
231
Facility 231
OH AVG 75
Rank #1 / 309
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #432 / 704
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #81 / 190
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Traditions at North Bend
AL
IL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
117
Facility 117
OH AVG 75
Rank #51 / 309
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 40
Rank #591 / 704
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #63 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Maple Knoll Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 75
Rank #134 / 309
Yes
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 40
Rank #284 / 704
1 Bed / 2 Bed----
Ohio Living Llanfair
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 75
Rank #223 / 309
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 40
Rank #55 / 704
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 142
Deupree House
AL
IL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 75
Rank #285 / 309
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 40
Rank #322 / 704
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Megan Bradford
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

Traditions at North Bend is located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
OH

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
OH

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

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

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

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.
OH

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
OH

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

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
OH

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

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
OH

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

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
OH

High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
OH

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

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.
Income Limits (2025) ~$147,600/year family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county
Asset Limits Not assessed; hardship-focused.
OH

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

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Traditions at North Bend

What neighborhood is Traditions at North Bend in?

Traditions at North Bend is in the Monfort Heights South neighborhood of Cincinnati.

Is Traditions at North Bend in a walkable area?

Traditions at North Bend has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Traditions at North Bend?

Yes, Traditions at North Bend allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Traditions at North Bend?

The team at Traditions at North Bend can be reached at LARRYCONRAD@TRADITIONSMGMT.NET.

How many beds does Traditions at North Bend have?

Traditions at North Bend has 117 beds.

Has Traditions at North Bend had any citations?

Traditions at North Bend has had 1 reported citation according to records from Ohio Department of Aging (ODA).

Are there photos of Traditions at North Bend?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Traditions at North Bend in the photo gallery on this page.

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