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Best Assisted Living in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 443 assisted living communities in Ohio using Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in OH
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Jul 2026
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443 homes
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Avg Monthly Cost: $5,840The average monthly cost across facilities in Ohio. 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: 40/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Ohio. 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: 78The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification.

Brookdale Westlake Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Westlake
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 78
Rank #190 / 323
Yes
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #501 / 705
1 Bed / 2 BedA+Suzanne Nall
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
-
Worthington Christian Village
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Columbus (Olentangy High Bluffs)
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 78
Rank #265 / 323
No
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 40
Rank #446 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 193
-
Elizabeth Scott Community
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Maumee
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 78
Rank #190 / 323
No
0
Facility 0
OH AVG 40
Rank #687 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+Jill Schlievert
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #8 / 193
-
Bickford of Worthington
AL
MC
Worthington
56
Facility 56
OH AVG 78
Rank #202 / 323
Yes
52
Facility 52
OH AVG 40
Rank #229 / 705
Private RoomsA+Glasgow Hockett
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #35 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
The Inn At Belden Village
AL
HOS
IL
NH
PC
RC
Canton
20
Facility 20
OH AVG 78
Rank #311 / 323
No
31
Facility 31
OH AVG 40
Rank #433 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+-
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #35 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Genoa Retirement Village
AL
NH
IL
MC
Genoa
68
Facility 68
OH AVG 78
Rank #176 / 323
Yes
17
Facility 17
OH AVG 40
Rank #568 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #8 / 193
-
Bickford of Upper Arlington
AL
MC
Columbus (River Ridge)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 78
Rank #221 / 323
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 40
Rank #277 / 705
Private RoomsA+-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Carriage Court of Grove City
AL
MC
Grove City
57
Facility 57
OH AVG 78
Rank #199 / 323
Yes
49
Facility 49
OH AVG 40
Rank #264 / 705
StudioA+-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
SouthWest Commons by New Perspective
AL
NH
Strongsville
90
Facility 90
OH AVG 78
Rank #113 / 323
Yes
52
Facility 52
OH AVG 40
Rank #229 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+---
The Woodlands of Columbus
AL
MC
RC
Columbus (East Broad)
102
Facility 102
OH AVG 78
Rank #69 / 323
Yes
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 40
Rank #629 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+-
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #56 / 193
-
Bickford of Lancaster
AL
MC
Lancaster (Wacker Heights)
92
Facility 92
OH AVG 78
Rank #104 / 323
Yes
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 40
Rank #629 / 705
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+-
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #43 / 193
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 142
Bickford of Bexley
AL
MC
Columbus (Bexley Park)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 78
Rank #221 / 323
Yes
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 40
Rank #3 / 705
Private RoomsA+-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
-
Brookdale Alliance
AL
Alliance
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 78
Rank #257 / 323
Yes
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 40
Rank #465 / 705
SuiteA+Tara Gotshall
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
-
Brookdale Wickliffe
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Wickliffe
11
Facility 11
OH AVG 78
Rank #318 / 323
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 40
Rank #277 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
-
Brookdale Kettering
AL
Dayton (Kettering)
55
Facility 55
OH AVG 78
Rank #209 / 323
Yes
43
Facility 43
OH AVG 40
Rank #336 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
77
Facility 77
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #179 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
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The GriefCare Place

4499 Darrow Rd, Stow, OH 44224
Overview of The GriefCare Place

The GriefCare Place is a one-of-a-kind non-profit organization in Stow, OH, offering peer-to-peer led grief support for those who have experienced the death of a loved one.  Groups offered include Widows, Widowers, Bereaved Parents, After Suicide, Other Adult Losses and our foundational group Until Healing Comes.  Grievers are provided with compassionate support, education and a safe place to gather with others who understand.

All of our monthly grief support groups meet at 7:00 pm.  The GriefCare Place has been providing compassionate support to grievers since 1997.  Our dedicated volunteers are committed to continuing the legacy our Founding Director, Lou-Ann Redmon, began all those years ago.

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Overview of Victorian Manor

Victorian Manor is a welcoming residential care community in Toledo, OH, that offers personal care. Daily living activities, including hygiene and dressing, are taken care of around the clock to ensure residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also have a maintenance-free living, as light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation are taken care of.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, exciting events and group exercises are conducted. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medications on time. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind and thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s nurturing environment.

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Overview of Reflections Homecare, LLC

Reflections Homecare LLC is a compassionate home care provider in Akron, OH, that offers in-home services. Older adults receive top-tier assistance for their daily activities, ensuring their comfort and convenience. Maintaining cleanliness for older adults’ welfare, light housekeeping and maintenance services are also provided.

Through genuine companionship, older adults receive assistance with their errands and are encouraged to live actively. Medication reminders are also given to ensure older adults take their medications on time. This home care provider is ideal for those aiming to spend their golden years at home, especially with its exceptional services.

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Overview of Patterson Assisted Living Center

Ideally set in Columbus, OH, Patterson Assisted Living Center is a distinguished assisted living community that offers assistance with daily living activities. Here, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort with thoughtfully furnished rooms. The community also offers household services, including light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation, ensuring a hassle-free living.

Arts and crafts, social events, and light exercises are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Medication reminders and scheduled transportation are also available, so residents can take their medications on time and travel comfortably. Accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Medway Care Center

Medway Care Center is an inviting assisted living community in Medway, OH, that offers personal care. With its top-notch services around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their hygiene and household tasks. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed.

Fun recreational games and enriching exercises are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Cozy rooms and accessible gathering areas also ensure residents’ relaxation. The community is a great choice for those seeking a blissful retirement, especially with its top-notch services and clean setting.

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Overview of Northview Adult Group Home

Northview Adult Group Home is an astounding assisted living community in Dennison, OH, that offers personal care. Here, residents can rest assured of having a hassle-free lifestyle, as top-notch services are also provided for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. Cozy living spaces and accessible gathering areas are also available, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, a variety of recreational games and engaging wellness programs are conducted. Medication reminders are also given to ensure residents do not forget their prescriptions. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment makes it an ideal choice for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Oakview Manor

Oakview Manor is a welcoming independent living community in Dayton, OH, that offers thoughtfully furnished rooms for older adults. With its clean setting, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort during their stay. The community also helps residents have a maintenance-free living through top-notch maintenance services.

Here, residents can live actively and make new friends, especially with lively gathering spaces and leisure amenities nearby. Fun social events are also conducted to promote social interactions. The community is a great choice for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, accompanied by its stress-free environment.

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Overview of Lillian Houston Geriatric Ctr

Lillian Houston Geriatric Center is an inviting assisted living community in Fairfield, OH, that offers personal care. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind, especially with the community’s warm and welcoming environment. Household services, including light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation, are also offered to ensure a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections through a variety of engaging activities and light exercises. Medication reminders are also given to ensure residents take their medications on time. Cozy rooms and lively gathering spaces are also provided to ensure residents can relax. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services.

Contact Lillian Houston Geriatric Ctr

Loudonville Rest Home

205 North Water Street, Loudonville, OH 44842
Overview of Loudonville Rest Home

Loudonville Rest Home is a distinguished assisted living and memory care community in Loudonville, OH, that offers personal and specialized care. With its secure rooms and accessible amenities, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety. The community also provides top-tier care around the clock to meet residents’ healthcare needs.

Dedicated to improving residents’ cognition and maintaining holistic wellness, mind-stimulating games and light exercises are conducted. Medication reminders are also given, so residents can take their medications on time. Accompanied by its stress-free setting, the community ensures residents can live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Mapleview Manor

Ideally situated in Dayton, OH, Mapleview Manor is a welcoming independent living community that has thoughtfully furnished accommodations for older adults. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind, accompanied by the community’s welcoming environment. A maintenance-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, as household services and on-site laundry are available.

With a variety of social events and leisure amenities nearby, residents can spend their days as they please. The community is also surrounded by lush trees and serene walking paths, ensuring residents can explore the locality without hassles. Residents will surely have the finest retirement experience, especially with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities.

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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 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 443 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.