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Best Memory Care in Columbus, OH

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 7 homes in Columbus, OH

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

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Avg. Monthly cost: $5,000
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $4,000–$6,500
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: 1:5–1:8
National average: 1:6

Compare Memory Care around Columbus (Metro Area)

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

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Kensington Place
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.

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.

Columbus (East Columbus)
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 94
Rank #143 / 330
Yes
30
Facility 30
OH AVG 41
Rank #447 / 706
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed-Erin Stucky89-
Our Home – New Albany
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.

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.

Columbus (Preserve South)
61
Facility 61
OH AVG 94
Rank #195 / 330
No
51
Facility 51
OH AVG 41
Rank #243 / 706
Studio / 1 Bed-Tara Mccoy84-
Bickford of Upper Arlington
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.

Columbus (River Ridge)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 94
Rank #229 / 330
Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 41
Rank #277 / 706
Private RoomsA+-871
Bickford of Bexley
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.

Columbus (Bexley Park)
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 94
Rank #229 / 330
Yes
88
Facility 88
OH AVG 41
Rank #3 / 706
Private RoomsA+-87-
Wesley Glen
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.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

Columbus (Sharon Heights)
29
Facility 29
OH AVG 94
Rank #301 / 330
Yes
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 41
Rank #22 / 706
Studio / 1 Bed-Tom Widney854
The Estates at Knightsbridge
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.

Columbus (Olentangy Commons)
-
Facility -
OH AVG 94
Yes
52
Facility 52
OH AVG 41
Rank #229 / 706
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-821
The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus
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.

Columbus (Northland)
-
Facility -
OH AVG 94
No
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 41
Rank #161 / 706
Private / Semi-Private RoomsA---
Overview of Kensington Place

Kensington Place Retirement Community offers a simplified lifestyle based on your terms. With an emphasis on memory care, the community provides a lifestyle based on the terms of its residents. The elegant retirement home offers a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that includes a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual. 

Kensington Place is equipped with memory care amenities to help the resident’s mental and physical stimulation to remain active– an art studio, library, music room, walking paths, and courtyards, to name a few of the community’s offerings. The well-trained staff on duty tend to your needs for worry-free living– housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning, and transportation services.

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Overview of Our Home – New Albany

Enjoy your best years doing what you love with the idyllic senior living community of Our Home New Albany residing in the serene lands of Thompson Road, Columbus, OH, that offers assisted living, independent living, dementia care, short-term stays, and adult day program. With its cozy and elegant selection of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom residences, the community ensures seniors live in comfort and style. A trustworthy and skilled team handles the maintenance and other household responsibilities for seniors to maximize their freedom and gain meaningful experiences.

Ideally located near incredible amenities and stunning attractions, the community ensures seniors’ needs and desires are within a few steps away. Delivering exceptional care for over 20 years, Our Home New Albany promotes strong connections with trusted local organizations to better serve its residents. Have a satisfactory dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Our Home New Albany strives to provide a safe place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement in its beautifully landscaped grounds and tranquil walking paths.

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Overview of Bickford of Bexley

Based in the comfortable community of Columbus, OH, the Bickford of Bexly is a welcoming senior living community providing assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and well-appointed accommodations with different floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like dementia receive round-the-clock professional care, specialized programming, and a thoughtfully designed Mary B’s Neighborhood.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services to maximize the living experience in this beautiful place. Experience restaurant-style dining with healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Avail of their HigherPart Care Coordination, medication management, and transportation services. Meet new companions and create unforgetabble memories together through its various social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of an empowering retirement with the Bickford of Bexly.

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Overview of Bickford of Upper Arlington

Located in the stunning community of Columbus, OH, the Bickford of Upper Arlington is a vibrant senior living community that provides assisted living, and memory care services. Large and cozy accommodations with varying floors plans are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, the community offers specialized programming, 24/7 professional care, and the purpose-built memory care environment called the Mary B’s Memory Care Neighborhood.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy 3 fresh-cooked delightful meals, weekly housekeeping, home maintenance, access to laundry facilities, and transportation services. Explore its other amenities such as the family room, game room, and library to see how beautiful the community is. Participate in diverse social activities and other life-enrichment programs to boost engagement. At Bickford of Upper Arlington, seniors can enjoy a classic retirement.

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Overview of Wesley Glen

Wesley Glen Retirement Community, situated in Columbus, Ohio, has everything you or your loved one needs. The senior home aims to enhance the quality of living for their memory care residents. Management and staff strive to be worthy of the trust that many families have placed in them. Wesley Glen ensures that aging is a seamless process for seniors– having them age with grace and fulfillment. 

The retirement home offers engaging memory care activities and programs, to name a few recreational, fitness, and entertainment programs available for residents to participate in. Residents who need assistance are guaranteed personalized services uniquely designed to meet their needs, especially those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s, delivered by the professional nursing staff ready to supervise and guide their physicians whenever required.

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Overview of The Estates at Knightsbridge

The Estates at Knightsbridge is one of the most known senior communities in Columbus. It’s an innovative community that has a mission to modernize the former approach to senior living by focusing on the convenience of its residents. It’s an independent living and memory care community that offers outpatient rehabilitation and respite care services. Their memory care service is considered to be one of the best and most trusted communities in the city. The Forum at Knightsbridge is definitely a reliable choice for many families, as they ensure that their loved ones are well-taken care of in the professional and elegant community.

The Estates at Knightsbridge is centered on a continuum of care and a team of friendly staff– offering senior care service like no other. Residential life is all about the amenities: housekeeping, physical therapy, social events, 24-hour concierge, hair salon, library, and restaurant-style dining that make the environment a place where friendships and memories bloom. 

Contact The Estates at Knightsbridge

Overview of The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus

Peacefully nestled in the area of Columbus, Ohio, The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus is a remarkable senior living community that specializes in memory care. Purposely-built to accommodate the unique needs of residents living with memory loss, the community design their accommodations to cater to ist residents’ unique safety and comfort needs. Residents are provided with an excellent team of caregivers who are specially-trained to provide them with compassionate care and supportive services that will allow them to thrive despite their condition.

The community carefully tailored their activities based on residents’ preferences, routines, and abilities to help them remain active while continuously enjoying the things they love to do. Mealtimes are also prioritized by the community, providing residents delicious and nutritionally-balanced meals that give them the proper nourishment to maintain their health and well-being. Here, residents are empowered to lead the lifestyle they want despite their afflictions through excellent care and compassion.

Contact The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus

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 Memory Care in Columbus, OH

What is the average cost of memory care in Columbus, OH?

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

What is the price range for memory care in Columbus, OH?

Memory care in Columbus, OH typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Columbus, OH?

Memory care communities in Columbus, OH typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

How many licensed memory care communities are there in Columbus, OH?

According to state licensing records, there are approximately 1+ (Elmcroft of Medina) licensed memory care communities in Columbus, OH.

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.

Does Ohio Medicaid cover memory care?

Ohio Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.