Best Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 34 assisted living communities in Cincinnati, OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in OH
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34 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,396The average monthly cost across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 38/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 82The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cincinnati, OH. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Twin Towers
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
231
Facility 231
OH AVG 75
Rank #1 / 307
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 42
Rank #435 / 675
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #81 / 190
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #148 / 172
4.3
Deupree House
AL
IL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 75
Rank #283 / 307
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 42
Rank #325 / 675
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Megan Bradford
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172
-
Ohio Living Llanfair
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 75
Rank #222 / 307
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 42
Rank #55 / 675
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 172
-
Maple Knoll Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 75
Rank #133 / 307
Yes
47
Facility 47
OH AVG 42
Rank #287 / 675
1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Sanctuary Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cincinnati
124
Facility 124
OH AVG 75
Rank #36 / 307
No
22
Facility 22
OH AVG 42
Rank #528 / 675
Private / Semi-Private Rooms-----
Triple Creek Retirement Community
AL
NH
Cincinnati
56
Facility 56
OH AVG 75
Rank #188 / 307
No
12
Facility 12
OH AVG 42
Rank #608 / 675
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The Seasons
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Cincinnati
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 75
Rank #230 / 307
Yes
34
Facility 34
OH AVG 42
Rank #411 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-----
Scarlet Oaks
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (Clifton)
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 75
Rank #110 / 307
No
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 42
Rank #604 / 675
Private RoomsA+Tunecia Campbell
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #170 / 190
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 2
Rank #160 / 172
4.7
Cottingham Retirement Community
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 75
Rank #29 / 307
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 42
Rank #224 / 675
Private RoomsA+Shelley Owens
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #187 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172
-
Traditions at North Bend
AL
IL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
117
Facility 117
OH AVG 75
Rank #51 / 307
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 42
Rank #594 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #63 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172
-

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 34 analyzed for Cincinnati.

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Twin Towers

5343 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45224
Overview of Twin Towers

Find luxurious and relaxing senior living with Twin Towers, nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. With options ranging from independent and assisted living neighborhoods to skilled care, memory support, and rehabilitation services, residents receive the support they need. Here, they can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations, including fully equipped patio homes and spacious apartments.

The community is dedicated to providing top-notch amenities and services, including a fitness room to boost physical endurance and wellness, as well as an aquatic center. Residents can unwind in the heated swimming pool or participate in various events. They can meet new companions and share wonderful memories in the beautifully designed common spaces. At Twin Towers, seniors can live out their retirement as they planned.

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Overview of Deupree House

Peacefully set near Hyde Park Golf & Country Club in Cincinnati, OH, Deupree House is an idyllic retreat that offers independent living and long-term care. Featuring cozy and specially designed one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures that residents are comfortable and safe. To help residents maintain their independence, the community handles the housekeeping and maintenance.

Residents make the most of their days with a carefully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs and preferences, flexible dining options are available in a restaurant-style setting. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement without the busy work, especially with its state-of-the-art amenities and friendly environment.

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Overview of Ohio Living Llanfair

Ohio Living Llanfair is a Life Plan community that boasts a future at their retirement home. Residence maintains their individuality by allowing them to freely choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Provided their delightful ambiance, management and staff encourage residents can live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with people of their age.

The staff at Ohio Living is dedicated to ensuring that all residents can do as they please and not worry about simple daily activities. Their amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, individually controlled air condition and heating systems, an emergency call system, walk-in showers with grab bar, a laundry room on each floor, and all utilities included in the building; services include in-house wellness nurse, social services support, maintenance of each apartment, flexible dining programs, and transportation to local areas.

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Maple Knoll Village

11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45246
Overview of Maple Knoll Village

Live a blissful retirement with Maple Knoll Village set in the harmonious neighborhood of Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, OH, providing assisted living, independent living, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and hospice care. Here, residents receive top-notch care and assistance from a compassionate and highly trained team attending to their needs 24/7. Featuring variations of specially designed villas and apartments, residents can rest assured of finding the right accommodation according to their preferences. The community also promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents adapt easily to their surroundings.

Fun activities and engaging programs are also conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. The community is equipped with a club room, a spa, a wellness center, a swimming pool, and serene walking paths, perfect for socialization and recreation.

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Overview of Sanctuary Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center

Enjoy a high quality of life with Sanctuary Pointe Nursing & Rehab Center, an excellent community in Cincinnati, OH, offering rehabilitation, memory care, and long-term care. Their team of kind and compassionate nurses, physicians, and therapists work together to create individualized care plans that best align with their needs. Those looking to recover their mobility, abilities, and strength, have access to a dedicated therapy team with a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes.

Residents living with memory loss are given loving care and support in their safe and structured units to ensure they are thriving and well. Their dietary technicians also ensure residents enjoy well-balanced meals tailored to their unique dietary needs and preferences. Here, you’re guaranteed to achieve your maximum potential while enjoying countless opportunities to connect with new people and have new experiences.

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Overview of Triple Creek Retirement Community

Triple Creek Retirement Community operates as a 94-bed skilled nursing facility in Cincinnati, Ohio, managed under the Trilogy Health Services network as a Continuing Care Retirement Community component. Owned by Karen Marzec and privately operated, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay placements.

All regulatory indicators align at peak performance. The facility holds a 5-star overall CMS rating, 57.1% above Ohio state benchmarks.

Health inspection performance earns 5 stars, 42.8% above state average. Staffing excellence receives 5-star designation, 22.8% above Ohio standards. Quality measures also rate 5 stars, 14.7% above state average. Across three years, the facility reports zero federal penalties, zero civil money penalties, and zero payment denials for perfect compliance.

Nursing staffing totals 3 hours 14 minutes daily per resident, 9% below Ohio’s 3 hour 32 minute state average. The facility maintains five full-time registered nurses providing consistent clinical oversight; 15 licensed practical nurses and 21 certified nursing assistants deliver direct resident care. Payroll investment reaches 58.4% of facility revenue, ranking 32nd of 203 Ohio facilities; positioning Triple Creek in the top third statewide for staffing commitment. Contractor hours represent 9.4% of total labor, concentrated in therapy disciplines and social services.

Quality outcomes generally exceed state standards.

Falls with major injury occur in 2.3% of residents, 34% better than Ohio average. Pressure ulcer rates among high-risk populations reach 3.0%, 24% better than state benchmarks. Antipsychotic medication use rates 4.5%, 47% below Ohio average. Unplanned weight loss in long-stay residents reaches 9.3%, however, 50% worse than state average and representing a care management concern.

Current census totals 51 residents (64.2% occupancy), 18% below Ohio’s 78.7% state average. Payer mix includes 39% Medicare (typically short-stay rehabilitation averaging 22 days), 47% Medicaid (typically 6-7 month placements), and 14% private pay. Operating loss reached $1.9 million in the latest fiscal year.

Triple Creek Retirement Community maintains the highest possible CMS regulatory rating across all quality domains while balancing acute post-acute rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing services.

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The Seasons

7300 Dearwester Dr, Cincinnati, OH 45236
Overview of The Seasons

Located in Cincinnati, OH, The Seasons is an exceptional senior living community that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Short Term Care. The community offers a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A team of tenured caregivers are available to provide compassionate care and assistance 24/7, ensuring residents needs are met immediately.

The community conducts an array of activities and programming that’s centered around residents’ interests, abilities, and needs, helping them to stay active and engaged. Extra medical services like, 24-hour nursing care, nutrition management, wound, pulmonary, and tracheostomy care, and various rehabilitation services, provides residents the comfort of knowing that extensive medical services are available to them should they require it.

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Scarlet Oaks

440 Lafayette Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
Overview of Scarlet Oaks

Located at 440 Lafayette Avenue in Cincinnati’s Clifton neighborhood, Scarlet Oaks operates 87 beds for skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Founded in 1909 and currently administered by Tunecia Campbell, the facility serves a mix of Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents with an average stay of 101 days. Current occupancy is 90%, above the Ohio average of 78.7%.

The facility’s 2-star CMS rating reflects substantial compliance issues documented in recent complaint investigations.

In January 2025, inspectors found the facility failed to immediately report an abuse allegation from a ventilator-dependent resident against a night shift nurse. The resident reported being verbally abused, kicked, and pinched. A nurse practitioner learned of the allegation on December 31, 2024, but did not report it to administration that day. The facility finally notified state regulators four days later, on January 3, 2025, missing the required two-hour reporting deadline for physical abuse.

An August 2023 complaint inspection documented more serious care failures. Inspectors discovered maggots in the hairline of a resident with total ADL dependence who required ventilator support and had excessive oral secretions. This same resident lacked a comprehensive care plan for tracheostomy care, listing only “suction as necessary” despite requiring specialized attention to hygiene and secretion management given her ventilator dependence and moist trach ties.

These documented failures in abuse reporting and basic hygiene care management for vulnerable residents align with the facility’s ongoing regulatory challenges.

Nursing hours at 3 hours 37 minutes per resident per day fall 6% below state average.

The facility reported a marginal operating loss of $64,600 in 2023 despite $14.3 million in revenue.

Resident satisfaction surveys show some strength in care and meal satisfaction, though environment and culture scores fall below state averages.

The facility’s compliance record reflects failures in both immediate reporting obligations and adequate care for complex medical needs, establishing a pattern of concern beyond routine deficiencies.

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Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community

Cottingham Retirement Community offers premier senior living care services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents because the staff celebrates each individual by promoting a vibrant and freeing lifestyle– seniors create a personalized care plan based on their decisions. The resort-style home practices an excellent and exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive.

Cottingham offers amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, specialized programs, and individualized care plans.

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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.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

What is the average cost of assisted living in Cincinnati, OH?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Cincinnati, OH is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Cincinnati, OH?

Assisted living in Cincinnati, OH typically ranges from $4,500–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Cincinnati, OH?

Assisted living facilities in Cincinnati, OH typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Ohio?

Assisted living in Ohio supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Ohio?

Assisted living in Ohio is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Ohio Medicaid cover assisted living?

Ohio Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Ohio) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.