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Compare Assisted Living around Ohio
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.
| Brookdale Westlake Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Westlake | 60
Facility
60
OH AVG
75
Rank
#177 / 309 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
OH AVG
40
Rank
#500 / 704 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | Suzanne Nall | 86
Facility
86
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#81 / 190 | - |
| 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 |
| The Preserve at Mentor Ridge | AL NH MC RC | Mentor (Norton Parkway) | 99
Facility
99
OH AVG
75
Rank
#69 / 309 | No |
1
Facility
1
OH AVG
40
Rank
#673 / 704 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 142 |
| The Knolls of Oxford | AL IL MC NH SNF | Oxford | 50
Facility
50
OH AVG
75
Rank
#214 / 309 | Yes |
0
Facility
0
OH AVG
40
Rank
#686 / 704 | Private / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed Rooms | - | Laura Lacy | 92
Facility
92
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#19 / 190 | 4
Facility
4
OH AVG
2
Rank
#105 / 142 |
| Elizabeth Scott Community | AL MC NH SNF | Maumee | 60
Facility
60
OH AVG
75
Rank
#177 / 309 | No |
0
Facility
0
OH AVG
40
Rank
#686 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed | A+ | Jill Schlievert | 94
Facility
94
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#8 / 190 | - |
| Ohio Living Rockynol | AL IL MC NH SNF | Akron (Highland Square) | 79
Facility
79
OH AVG
75
Rank
#139 / 309 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
OH AVG
40
Rank
#107 / 704 | - | A+ | - | 87
Facility
87
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#63 / 190 | 4
Facility
4
OH AVG
2
Rank
#105 / 142 |
| 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 |
| O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville | AL HOS IL MC NH PC SNF | North Ridgeville | 150
Facility
150
OH AVG
75
Rank
#12 / 309 | Yes |
29
Facility
29
OH AVG
40
Rank
#455 / 704 | - | A+ | - | 85
Facility
85
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#102 / 190 | - |
| 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 | - |
| Gateway Springs Health Campus | AL ADC IL MC NH RC SNF | Hamilton (Shadow Creek) | 53
Facility
53
OH AVG
75
Rank
#208 / 309 | No |
3
Facility
3
OH AVG
40
Rank
#663 / 704 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kiya Brown | - | - |
| Worthington Christian Village | AL IL NH SNF | Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs) | 40
Facility
40
OH AVG
75
Rank
#250 / 309 | No |
30
Facility
30
OH AVG
40
Rank
#445 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | 85
Facility
85
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#102 / 190 | - |
| Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber | AL IL MC NH SNF | Columbus (Harrison West) | 73
Facility
73
OH AVG
75
Rank
#155 / 309 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
OH AVG
40
Rank
#62 / 704 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ | Caitlin Distel | 83
Facility
83
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#139 / 190 | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 142 |
| Nason Center of Breckenridge Village | AL IL NH SNF | Willoughby (Deer Creek) | 72
Facility
72
OH AVG
75
Rank
#158 / 309 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
OH AVG
40
Rank
#389 / 704 | Private Rooms | - | - | - | - |
| Algart Health Care | AL HOS MC NH RC SNF | Cleveland (Edgewater) | 36
Facility
36
OH AVG
75
Rank
#258 / 309 | No |
62
Facility
62
OH AVG
40
Rank
#136 / 704 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | - | Gary Klein | 80
Facility
80
OH AVG
85.8
Rank
#170 / 190 | - |
| Westerwood | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Columbus (Northland) | 75
Facility
75
OH AVG
75
Rank
#151 / 309 | No |
26
Facility
26
OH AVG
40
Rank
#488 / 704 | - | - | - | - | - |
Singleton Health Care Center is a trusted nursing home in Cleveland, OH, that offers long-term care and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its warm and supportive environment. 24-hour care, therapeutic services, and nutritious meals are also offered to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community strives to meet residents’ healthcare needs through personalized care plans.
Exciting trips to local amenities, light exercises, and plenty of recreational activities ensure residents can live actively and explore new interests. Thoughtfully designed rooms and accessible amenities are also available, dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. The African American Museum in Cleveland, a pharmacy, restaurants, cafes, and bus stops are also easily accessible from the community. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in Cleveland, this nursing home continuously provides the highest quality of care to help older adults thrive in retirement.
JAG Healthcare- Burbank is a trusted nursing home in Burbank, OH, that offers a wide range of care options, including assisted living, skilled nursing, and hospice care. The community also treats older adults like family, ensuring their comfort and safety. With a specially trained team, nutritious meals, and recreational activities, residents experience a hassle-free lifestyle. Prioritizing residents’ ever-changing needs, the community works closely with trusted healthcare providers to create care plans that best match them.
Holiday celebrations, fitness programs, and pet visits are among the leisure activities that residents can join to prevent loneliness and isolation. State-of-the-art amenities and lively gathering areas are also available, ensuring residents can keep their peace of mind. With its quiet setting in Burbank, the community ensures a laid-back and convenient lifestyle. This nursing home is one of the best options for senior living in Ohio, as it has comprehensive care options that aim to help older adults recover with ease and age gracefully.
Nestled within the picturesque city of Westerville, Ohio, Inniswood Village is a distinguished senior living community managed by National Church Residences. Spanning across a serene 12-acre campus, this remarkable haven offers comprehensive care services, including independent living, memory care, and assisted living. Within this idyllic setting, seniors can access various conveniences and amenities that enrich their lives. From the warm and inviting bistro to the well-stocked library and the state-of-the-art wellness center, every detail has been thoughtfully crafted to create a fulfilling and engaging experience for all.
The community features an impressive selection of memory care apartments, meticulously designed to provide residents with a safe and comfortable environment. These thoughtfully planned living spaces cater specifically to the unique needs of individuals requiring memory care assistance. With compassionate staff available around the clock, residents can rest assured knowing that their well-being is a top priority. At Inniswood Village, mealtimes are also an extraordinary experience, with chef-prepared meals that tantalize the taste buds and nourish the body. Each dish is carefully crafted, offering a delightful fusion of flavors and a culinary experience that residents can savor.
Barrington of West Chester is a mid-rise senior living community located in the Olde West Chester neighborhood of West Chester Township, Ohio. Managed under the Senior Lifestyle brand, the facility offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The property features various apartment layouts ranging from cozy studios to two-bedroom units, allowing families to pick the space that best fits their needs.
The care philosophy centers on personalized daily assistance. Residents have access to health screenings, help with tasks like bathing or dressing, and around-the-clock monitoring by an on-site care team. For seniors in the memory care program, activities are tailored specifically to individual histories and interests. The property is also pet-friendly, meaning residents can bring their dogs or cats along. Daily amenities include a fitness center, movie screening room, billiards lounge, and scheduled transportation for off-site medical appointments or shopping trips.
The surrounding area has a walkability score of 6 out of 100, which means the neighborhood is highly car-dependent and running errands on foot isn’t practical. However, the community’s built-in transit service helps bridge that gap for residents.
State records show strong performance, with a high resident satisfaction rating of 88 out of 100 and only a single operational citation on file, which falls below the Ohio statewide average. Families are welcome to stop by the West Chester campus to tour the apartments, see the layout of the common areas, and talk face-to-face with the staff about their care tiers.
Set in the quiet, residential neighborhood of Zanesville, OH, Brookdale Zanesville is a lively senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. Offering a continuum of care between the two care types, the community offers residents seamless transition should their care needs evolve. A care team collaborates closely with the residents in creating individualized care plans, which often includes extra help with a wide range of daily needs like dressing, hygiene, mobility and medication management, complemented with 24/7 on-site team available to provide support during emergencies.
At Brookdale Zanesville, you’ll find a relaxed lifestyle full of life-enriching activities, fewer worries and less stress. Residents can enjoy cardio drumming, trivia and bus rides and several dementia-friendly activities for memory care residents. A culinary team carefully prepares nutritious meals that residents enjoy in an elegant dining room with others, fostering nourishment and socialization. Amenities include beautiful common areas such as a library, a cafe, an arts & crafts studio, a game room, and a chapel, offering plenty of opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and devotion.
The Woodlands of Columbus is an assisted living, memory care, and respite care community located at 5321 East Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio. Managed by Executive Director Carol Ruff and Director of Nursing Crystal Foster, the single-story residential facility has been in operation for 25 years, serving the eastern pocket of the city.
The 102-bed property offers private studio and one-bedroom apartment units ranging from 285 to 388 square feet. The community accommodates individuals aged 55 and older, alongside younger adults with qualifying disabilities, with an average resident age of 84. On-site infrastructure includes a dedicated clinical therapy room, a private chapel, a hair salon, and common activity areas.
Daily operations incorporate 24-hour personal care, social clubs, fitness classes, and restaurant-style dining. Administrative protocols accommodate physician-approved alcohol consumption rules and formal Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) directives. The campus allows restricted pet options and holds a walk score of 8, indicating a car-dependent setting where off-campus errands require a vehicle.
Families looking to discuss apartment vacancies, care programs, or current monthly rates can contact the East Broad Street administrative office directly.
Located in a serene neighborhood of Wooster, Ohio, Brookdale Wooster offers assisted living and memory care services for seniors seeking a supportive environment. Residents can enjoy personalized assistance with daily tasks like grooming and medication management, allowing more time for cherished activities. Their memory care programs are tailored to individual needs, ensuring a comfortable and engaging experience.
At Brookdale Wooster, seniors benefit from a vibrant lifestyle with a full calendar of events and assistance tailored to their needs. Amenities include a tranquil courtyard and gardens, perfect for leisurely walks, and a cozy fireside living room for socializing with friends. With 24/7 emergency support and a variety of conveniences like transportation services and a beauty/barber shop on-site, residents can embrace worry-free living in a community designed to feel like home, where independence and enjoyment are priorities.
Live your golden years enveloped by the warm and inviting environment of the idyllic senior living community of Traditions of Hilliard in Trueman Boulevard, Hilliard, OH, that provides assisted living and memory care. The community features carefully designed and sophisticated residences in a selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. With a reliable and qualified team lending extra hands of support, residents ease their worries and gain meaningful experiences in their retirement.
Focusing on seniors’ interests and strengths, the community goes above and beyond to ensure seniors live the life they prefer within its serene spaces. Discover new interests and rekindle old hobbies through enjoyable activities and exciting events. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals satisfying dietary needs and preferences. Brimming with incredible amenities and a warm environment, Traditions of Hilliard is ideal for seniors seeking to create unforgettable moments for a better quality of life.
Spread across beautifully landscaped grounds in Brunswick, OH, Brunswick Danbury is a lively senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care for seniors dealing with memory loss. Indulge in the comfort and safety brought by carefully built accommodations, ranging from studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans. The community carefully assesses its residents’ needs and provides them with just the right amount of support, whether it’s assistance with daily living activities, housekeeping, or health care coordination.
In addition to supporting residents with a wide array of convenient services, the community makes sure residents’ days are filled with vibrant activities and opportunities for connection and enjoyment through their many amenities. Restaurant-style dining with daily, chef-prepared meals are offered and curated in collaboration with a dietitian, ensuring residents get all the nutrients they need to stay healthy. Overall wellness is guaranteed with 24-hour, on-site licensed nurses and care companions available on-site, state-of-the-art safety pendants, and emergency response system in each apartment, providing the comfort of having all of your needs taken care of.
Focusing on seniors’ well-being, The Inn at Belden Village is a renowned senior living community located on the quiet grounds of 38th Street NW, Canton, OH, that offers a wide array of care options including assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, nursing care, and hospice care. The community features a combined 130 private and special care suites, meticulously crafted for seniors to live a comfortable and secure retirement. Moreover, a team of competent and highly skilled professionals goes above and beyond to provide round-the-clock care and assistance for residents to enjoy their best years doing what they love.
A jam-packed calendar of enjoyable activities and engaging programs that encompass every aspect of wellness accompany seniors as they go about their day. With exquisite dining options, residents indulge in delightful and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and tastes. Filled with amazing amenities and cozy communal spaces, The Inn at Belden Village is a haven for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Ohio
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.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 428 assisted living facilities in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Ohio?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Ohio, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Ohio?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.



















