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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
231
Facility 231
OH AVG 68
Rank #1 / 219
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 41
Rank #262 / 425
--Kristie Stricker
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #78 / 180
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #140 / 152
4.3
Deupree House
AL
IL
MC
NH
Cincinnati (Hyde Park)
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 68
Rank #197 / 219
No
44
Facility 44
OH AVG 41
Rank #193 / 425
1 Bed / 2 Bed-Megan Bradford
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #23 / 180
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 152
-
Ohio Living Llanfair
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati (College Hill)
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 68
Rank #143 / 219
Yes
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 41
Rank #41 / 425
Studio-Molly Brown
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #99 / 180
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #61 / 152
-
Scarlet Oaks
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (Clifton)
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 68
Rank #61 / 219
No
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 41
Rank #381 / 425
Private RoomsA+Tunecia Campbell
80
Facility 80
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #161 / 180
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 2
Rank #147 / 152
4.7
Cottingham Retirement Community
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 68
Rank #14 / 219
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 41
Rank #132 / 425
Private RoomsA+Shelley Owens
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #177 / 180
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 152
-
Saint Margaret Hall
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Cincinnati (East Walnut Hills)
99
Facility 99
OH AVG 68
Rank #41 / 219
No
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 41
Rank #40 / 425
-A+-
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #33 / 180
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 2
Rank #124 / 152
-
Brookdale Finneytown
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Cincinnati
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 68
Rank #164 / 219
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 41
Rank #123 / 425
Studio / SuiteA+-
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #41 / 180
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 2
Rank #124 / 152
-
Traditions at North Bend
AL
IL
MC
Cincinnati (Monfort Heights South)
117
Facility 117
OH AVG 68
Rank #27 / 219
Yes
14
Facility 14
OH AVG 41
Rank #373 / 425
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA--
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #60 / 180
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 152
-
Bridgeway Pointe
AL
MC
RC
Cincinnati (Hartwell)
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 68
Rank #51 / 219
No
38
Facility 38
OH AVG 41
Rank #231 / 425
Studio / 1 Bed--
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #41 / 180
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #111 / 152
-
Mallard Cove Senior Living
AL
MC
NH
Sharonville
-Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 41
Rank #164 / 425
1 BedA+Leigh Ann Meiss
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.9
Rank #99 / 180
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #111 / 152
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other OH assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 34 analyzed for Cincinnati. See how we rank facilities

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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 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 Brookdale Finneytown

Enhance your quality of life at Brookdale Finneytown, an inviting senior living community in Cincinnati, OH, offering assisted living and memory care. Recognized as 2024 Best of Best by Argentum Awards, the community guarantees nothing but excellence when it comes to delivering care and support. Offering Brookdale HealthPlus, residents experience personalized healthcare like never before with clinical care coordination and oversight and an RN Care Manager overseeing residents’ clinical needs.

With specially designed environments and a care team trained to care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community ensures a safe haven where they can maintain a fulfilling life despite their afflictions. Residents also enjoy various services designed to provide convenience, including assistance with daily living tasks like medication management, mobility , housekeeping, transportation, and coordination with outside healthcare providers. Amenities include a cafe, a therapy room, an ice cream parlor, a courtyard, garden, and beautifully landscaped grounds for residents welfare and leisure.

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Scarlet Oaks

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

Scarlet Oaks provides nursing home, skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Cincinnati, OH. Its range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time, allowing care to change within the community instead of requiring a move elsewhere.

Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care is a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

Scarlet Oaks has 87 beds, and private rooms give each resident a single personal room rather than a shared sleeping space. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families options that include public coverage and direct payment. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while Medicaid matters to families whose savings may not cover a long stay. Total nurse staffing is 3h 28m per resident per day, representing daily hands on nursing time for each resident, and Tunecia Campbell serves as the administrator.

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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.

Contact Traditions at North Bend

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.

Contact Ohio Living Llanfair

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.

Contact Twin Towers

Overview of Saint Margaret Hall

Discover an exceptional living experience at Saint Margaret Hall in Cincinnati, OH, where residents benefit from skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, and respite care services. The dedicated team is committed to ensuring that every resident enjoys a broad range of services and access to a diverse array of activities tailored to their residents’ interests.

At Saint Margaret Hall, residents can take advantage of convenient onsite services, including access to medical appointments, home-style dining, and a well-stocked shop for everyday necessities. The community also features an exciting calendar of events, offering options such as movie nights, cooking classes, gardening, yoga, and walking groups. Experience the warmth, hospitality, and vibrant community spirit at Saint Margaret Hall where every day is an opportunity for connection and enrichment.

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Overview of Mallard Cove Senior Living

Mallard Cove continues to provide an affordable independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in Sharonville. They have been recognized as one of the best residential environments for senior living because of the warmth and comfort they offer to the elders. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met. The retirement home strives to provide a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living, making it an ideal place to call a new home.

An assisted living with memory care community, expect Mallard Cove’s management to promote its residents’ independence while receiving full daily support, housekeeping, transportation, and medication management.

Contact Mallard Cove Senior Living

Overview of Bridgeway Pointe

Receive compassionate care in a nurturing environment with Bridgeway Pointe, an elegant community in Cincinnati, OH, offering assisted living and memory care. Their licensed nurses and caregivers are available on-site 24 hours a day to support residents with their clinical needs, daily living activities, and medication management while preserving their independence. Those living with the challenges of memory loss find comfort in their safe and secure memory care units with a specially-trained team to accommodate their unique needs and programs to enrich their lives.

Apart from spacious and cozy accommodations, residents are provided with an array of minutes like a fitness center, wellness classes, and salon for their convenience. They also offer access to healthcare services through their third-party care providers. Residents also enjoy healthy and delicious meals with fellow residents in the vibrant dining area. Whether you’re seeking quality care, peace, or fun experiences, Bridgeway Pointe is a great place to find it.

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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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Assisted Living in Cincinnati at a glance

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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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.