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Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 661 homes in Ohio

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Ohio Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Ohio Living Rockynol
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Akron (Highland Square)
79No 65 -A+-874
Eden Vista Stow
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Stow (Huntington Park)
81Yes 44 Studio / 1 Bed-Alicia Davies82-
The Ashford of Mt. Washington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Cincinnati (Mount Washington)
88Yes 43 Studio--73-
Ashford of Grove City
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Grove City
85Yes 58 Studio / Suite / 1 Bed--83-
The Village of St. Edward at Green
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Akron (Fortuna Drive)
76No 30 1 Bed / 2 Bed--87-
The Landing of Stow
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Stow (Huntington Park)
81No 18 Private RoomsA+Alicia Davies82-
AVIVA Hills
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Canton
82Yes 60 Studio / 1 Bed-Shelly Williams873
Hilliard Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Hilliard
100No 27 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--91-
The Woodlands of Hamilton
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Hamilton
78Yes 49 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--86-
Jennings at Brecksville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Brecksville
84No 49 Studio / 1 Bed-Sarah Barger863
Shawnee Estates Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Xenia
93No 18 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--731
Bickford of Lancaster
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lancaster (Wacker Heights)
92Yes 8 Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+-892
Ashford on Broad
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Columbus (Whitehall)
105Yes 36 Studio / 1 BedA+-925
Scarlet Oaks
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Cincinnati (Clifton)
87No 13 Private RoomsA+Tunecia Campbell80-
Bickford of Middletown
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Middletown
101Yes 4 Private Rooms--871
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Overview of Lochhaven

Lochhaven is a 61-bed licensed Residential Care Facility at 1640 Allentown Road in Lima, Ohio, Allen County. It operates as the assisted living apartment component of a larger care campus managed by Lima Convalescent Home, a nonprofit organization established in 1958. Lima Convalescent Home was the first nursing home to open in Lima. The full campus at the same address includes Lima Convalescent Home for skilled nursing, The Greens for memory care, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services.

Four care programs are confirmed: assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation care, and extended care. Skilled nursing and rehabilitation are available through adjacent campus components. The campus structure allows residents to adjust care levels over time without leaving the property. Lochhaven offers one- and two-bedroom apartment configurations. Common spaces include a living room with fireplace, activity center, library, general store, and private dining room. Each apartment has an emergency medical call system and an intercom for screening visitors at the main entrance. Wellness checks occur every two hours. Three meals daily are supervised by a certified dietician.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on February 26, 2025, and cited 1 deficiency. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative dataset. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0.

St. Rita’s Medical Center is approximately 1.06 miles from the campus. Lochhaven is suited for seniors in Allen County seeking assisted living within a nonprofit, continuum-model campus with institutional roots in the Lima community. Families should ask about care transition protocols, the specific services available through adjacent campus components, and the facility’s admission criteria before placement.

Contact Lochhaven

Overview of Chapel Grove Inn

Chapel Grove Inn is a 55-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Miranda Lazar at 1400 Chapel Way in Heath, Ohio 43056, in Licking County. Owned and operated by the Inns network, founded by Beverly Donaldson RN and Jerry McClain, the facility is part of Ohio’s first freestanding assisted living network, which opened at SharonBrooke in Newark in November 1987 and has since grown to over 25 Ohio communities across three generations of the founding family. Chapel Grove Inn offers assisted living and memory care.

The facility accepts Medicaid. Eight confirmed amenities include 24-hour resident assistants, on-site licensed nurse, three full meals daily, cable television, electric, gas and water utilities, daily social events and activities, and weekly housekeeping and laundry services. Utilities including cable, electric, gas, and water are bundled into the monthly rate. Restaurant-style dining is available and the operator characterizes it as among the most important aspects of life at the Inns. Floor plans include studio, one-bedroom, and semi-private configurations. Residents are encouraged to communicate directly with decision-makers who operate the community.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on April 14, 2025, resulting in 3 citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The 3-citation result is slightly above the state average. Zero severe citations are on file. No fines or enforcement actions appear in available reports.

Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark is approximately 4 miles from the facility. Chapel Grove Inn is part of a network with deep Ohio roots and a utility-inclusive rate structure.

Chapel Grove Inn is suited for Licking County seniors seeking assisted living or memory care within a network founded in 1987. Families should ask directly about the nature and resolution of the three citations from the April 2025 inspection before placement.

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Overview of Light of Hearts Villa

Light of Hearts Villa is a 91-bed licensed Residential Care Facility at 283 Union Street in Bedford, Ohio 07657, within Cuyahoga County. The facility is administrated by the Sisters of Charity Health System as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Light of Hearts Villa was opened in 1989 by the Vincentian Sisters of Charity, who converted the former Lumen Cordium all-girls high school into a senior living campus. The name Light of Hearts Villa translates from Lumen Cordium, the Latin phrase from the school’s original name. Admission is open to seniors age 60 and older of all faiths.

Three care programs are confirmed: assisted living, memory care under the Lumen Lane Memory Care designation, and respite services. Lumen Lane Memory Care serves residents across all stages of dementia in a secure environment. Physical therapy is available on-site. Pastoral Ministry is a named program with documented access to daily Mass, rosary, and on-site clergy. Suites include full kitchenettes, 24-hour nursing assistance, and chef-prepared meals. The 35-acre campus includes a dining room, chapel, activity center, beauty and barbershop, gardens, and walking paths. Light of Hearts Villa serves as the sponsor and fiduciary agent for Vincentian Pathways, a nonprofit initiative preserving 8.5 acres of historic gardens created in 1928.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on September 18, 2025, and found zero citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0. Zero severe citations appear on record. Occupancy rate not reported.

Light of Hearts Villa is suited for seniors 60 and older seeking assisted living or memory care with faith-based programming in northeast Ohio. Families should ask about the specific protocols and staff training for residents at different stages of dementia within Lumen Lane Memory Care before placement.

Contact Light of Hearts Villa

Overview of Haven at Lakewood

Haven at Lakewood is a 91-bed licensed Residential Care Facility at 1341 Marlowe Avenue in Lakewood, Ohio, in Cuyahoga County. Operated by New Perspective, a multi-community senior living operator, the facility’s own documentation lists Empowercare Management, a Cleveland-based entity, with the contact domain npseniorliving.com indicating New Perspective’s current management role. Haven at Lakewood has operated at this address since 1965. Pets are permitted.

The facility offers assisted living. On-site occupational and physical therapy services are available. Memory care is referenced in third-party sources as an additional care offering. Religious services and transportation for community outings are provided. Staffing operates 24 hours with a nurse on-site or on-call. Twelve amenities are confirmed: apartments, chapel, 24-hour on-site or on-call nurse, on-site occupational and physical therapy services, dining, transportation for community outings, housekeeping and laundry, daily activities, library, activity great room, garden patio, and beauty shop. Meals are made from scratch daily. Units are private one-bedroom configurations approximately 600 square feet with full kitchens, private bathrooms, and separate living rooms.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on September 13, 2025, and found zero citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on record. The facility has received Best Meals and Dining and Best of Senior Living recognitions in A Place for Mom award programs.

Haven at Lakewood is suited for seniors in Cuyahoga County seeking assisted living with on-site therapy services and documented operating history since 1965. Families should ask about current ownership structure, memory care program specifics if considering that level of care, and nurse staffing during peak hours before placement.

Contact Haven at Lakewood

Overview of Hines Hill Senior Living

Hines Hill Senior Living is a 57-bed residential care facility administrated by Anthea Morris at 6731 Industrial Parkway in Hudson, Ohio, in Summit County. Independently operated, the facility is licensed as a Residential Care Facility. Neither Medicaid nor Medicare is accepted; the community operates on a private-pay basis only. Two care programs are confirmed: assisted living and memory care. Mindful Dining is a named program with no further public description available.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 18, 2025, and identified 8 citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in prior inspection cycles. The facility opened in 2023. Third-party sources describe it as clean and new with cost comparatively lower than surrounding Summit County facilities. Review feedback has been mixed regarding staffing consistency.

Hines Hill Senior Living is suited for private-pay seniors in Hudson and Summit County seeking assisted living or memory care. Families should request the current inspection report, confirm the resolution status of all 8 citations documented in the August 2025 survey, and ask directly about staffing stability and current staffing ratios before placement.

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Overview of Heritage Pointe

Heritage Pointe is a 58-bed residential care facility administrated by Kelly Clarke at 3304 Rhodes Avenue in New Boston, Ohio 45662, in Scioto County. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging to provide assisted living services under the Assisted Living Program and operated by Heritage Legacy Health Services doing business as Heritage Pointe Assisted Living, the facility permits pets.

Three care programs are confirmed: assisted living, memory care, and respite and recovery stays. The monthly rate is all-inclusive with one rate covering all care regardless of level, without tiered pricing or points-based add-ons. Adjoining rooms are available for married couples. Medication management occurs under RN and LPN oversight. Five amenities are confirmed: outdoor courtyard, snack bar and coffee shop, exercise facilities, library, and salon and barber shop. Activities include happy hours, cookouts, and family events. Three meals daily and 24-hour support are included in the monthly rate.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on July 31, 2025, and found zero citations. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on record. Nurse hours per resident per day are 4.88, 38 percent above the state average. Occupancy is reported at 44.7 percent, 43 percent below the state average.

Heritage Pointe is suited for seniors in Scioto County seeking assisted living or memory care with an all-inclusive monthly rate and high nurse staffing. Families should ask about current census and bed availability given the occupancy rate relative to licensed capacity.

Contact Heritage Pointe

Overview of Heritage Corner

Heritage Corner is a 76-bed residential care facility administrated by Tamika Brewer at 1069 Klotz Road in Bowling Green, Ohio 43402, in Wood County. Licensed as a Residential Care Facility and operating as Heritage Corner Health Care Campus, the facility is affiliated with Alternative Living Services of Ohio (ALS Ohio). Heritage Corner is certified by the Ohio Department of Aging to provide assisted living services. Medicaid is not accepted.

Heritage Corner offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled rehabilitation and nursing, intermediate care and nursing, and outpatient therapy. Discovery Kingdom Child Care operates on the same campus, licensed by the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, serving children from 6 weeks through 12 years with a capacity of 93. Five confirmed amenities include fitness center, salon and spa, activities and programs, culinary services, and outpatient therapy.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on June 3, 2025, and identified 4 citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative dataset for prior inspection cycles.

Located in Bowling Green, Heritage Corner provides assisted living and memory care with on-campus child care programming and an affiliation with Alternative Living Services of Ohio.

Heritage Corner is suited for private-pay seniors in Wood County seeking assisted living or memory care. Families should request the full inspection report to review the nature and resolution of the 4 citations identified on June 3, 2025, and ask about corrective actions taken before placement.

Contact Heritage Corner

Hamlet at Chagrin Falls

200 HAMLET HILLS DRIVE, CHAGRIN FALLS, OH 44022
Overview of Hamlet at Chagrin Falls

Hamlet at Chagrin Falls is a 78-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Debbie Cirillo with Director of Nursing Tish Orr at 200 Hamlet Hills Drive in Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022, in Cuyahoga County. The facility is operated as a nonprofit without an entrance fee or financial buy-in requirement. Hamlet at Chagrin Falls is the only not-for-profit rental senior living community in Chagrin Falls. Three care programs are confirmed: independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

The campus spans 47 acres and includes a 35-plot organic garden, walking paths, and outdoor areas. An in-house chef prepares daily meals. Floor plan options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations. Pets are permitted. Residents have access to Chagrin Valley Little Theater, Valley Art Center, and the village of Chagrin Falls by short walk or ride. Occupancy rate and Medicaid acceptance are not publicly reported.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on December 3, 2024, and identified 6 citations. The Ohio statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative record for prior inspection cycles. Nursing hours per resident per day are not publicly reported. Families should request the full inspection report and ask directly about the nature of the citations, corrective actions taken, and current compliance status.

Located in Chagrin Falls, Hamlet at Chagrin Falls operates as a nonprofit rental community on 47 acres with three care levels and proximity to village amenities.

Hamlet at Chagrin Falls is suited for seniors seeking independent living, assisted living, or memory care in a nonprofit rental model without entrance fees in Cuyahoga County. Families should ask about the six citations identified in the December 2024 inspection, what corrective measures were implemented, and verify Medicaid acceptance and current occupancy before placement.

Contact Hamlet at Chagrin Falls

Overview of Gardens at Wapakoneta

Gardens at Wapakoneta is a 64-bed residential care facility administrated by Cathy Vasil at 505 Walnut Street in Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895, in Auglaize County. The Director of Nursing is Brooke Buroker. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging, the facility provides basic assisted living and memory care services. Gardens at Wapakoneta operates as part of Lionstone Care Management. Staffing operates 24 hours.

Three care programs are confirmed: Premier Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. The facility accommodates couples seeking to reside together. Meals, housekeeping, and laundry services are available. The activities program includes group bingo, hall bowling, puzzles, and regularly scheduled programming. Indoor and outdoor common spaces are available.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 4, 2025, and found 1 citation. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative record for prior inspection cycles. No enforcement actions or immediate jeopardy findings are listed in available reports.

Auglaize Family Practice Center is approximately 0.4 miles from the facility. Lima Memorial Health and Joint Township District Memorial Hospital are within approximately 30 minutes. Wapakoneta is the birthplace of Neil Armstrong and home to the Armstrong Air and Space Museum.

Gardens at Wapakoneta is suited for couples or individuals seeking assisted living or memory care in Wapakoneta with dual ODA certification. Families should verify current Medicaid acceptance, occupancy availability, and staff credentials during initial inquiry.

Contact Gardens at Wapakoneta

Overview of The Ashford at Sturbridge

The Ashford at Sturbridge is a 123-bed Residential Care Facility administrated at 3700 Sturbridge Court in Hilliard, Ohio 43026, in Franklin County. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging and certified to provide services under the assisted living waiver program, the facility is operated by Wallick Senior Living, a division of Wallick Communities. The Ashford at Sturbridge offers independent living, assisted living, and respite care. Medicaid is accepted. Pets are welcome.

The facility operates 24-hour licensed nursing with confirmed clinical capabilities including oxygen therapy, mild dementia supervision, wander monitoring, and diabetes management from oral medications through sliding-scale insulin. Special diet accommodation is available. Floor plan options include studio, one-bedroom, and companion suite configurations, each with private bathrooms, kitchenettes, and individual temperature controls. Chef-prepared meals are served in the dining room, with a bistro available for lighter options between meals. Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services are included. Confirmed amenities include a landscaped courtyard, walking paths, and a beauty and barber salon. Activities include group exercise, arts and crafts, music therapy, movie nights, and scheduled outings.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 21, 2025, and found 1 citation. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The 1-citation result is below the state average. Zero severe citations are on file. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0. Occupancy data is not publicly reported. Nurse hours per resident per day are not publicly reported.

Wallick Senior Living positions The Ashford at Sturbridge as priced significantly below comparable Hilliard facilities. The operator’s ODA waiver certification and multi-community presence in Ohio provide institutional continuity.

Dublin Methodist Hospital is approximately 5 miles from the facility.

The Ashford at Sturbridge is suited for Franklin County seniors seeking affordable assisted or independent living with ODA waiver eligibility and confirmed clinical breadth. Families should ask about current occupancy, nurse staffing ratios, dementia care protocols, and the scope of clinical support available for residents transitioning between independent and assisted living before placement.

Contact The Ashford at Sturbridge

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.

Public data 6 weighted categories Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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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 33 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.