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Compare Memory Care 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 | MC AL IL 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 | - |
| Alois Alzheimer Center | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Cincinnati (Greenhills) | 93
Facility
93
OH AVG
75
Rank
#92 / 309 | No |
49
Facility
49
OH AVG
40
Rank
#263 / 704 | Private / Semi-Private Studio | - | - | - | 1
Facility
1
OH AVG
2
Rank
#1 / 142 |
| Deupree House | MC AL IL 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 | MC NH AL 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 | MC AL IL 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 | MC AL 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 | MC AL IL 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 | MC AL IL 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 | MC AL HOS IL 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 | MC AL IL 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 | MC ADC AL IL 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 | - | - |
| Ohio Living Westminster – Thurber | MC AL IL 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 |
| Algart Health Care | MC AL HOS 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 | MC AL IL NH RC SNF | Columbus (Northland) | 75
Facility
75
OH AVG
75
Rank
#151 / 309 | No |
26
Facility
26
OH AVG
40
Rank
#488 / 704 | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Home At Hearthstone | MC NH PC SNF | Cincinnati | 96
Facility
96
OH AVG
75
Rank
#86 / 309 | No |
60
Facility
60
OH AVG
40
Rank
#153 / 704 | Private / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | - |
Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle within a serene setting at Windsor House at Champion, a blissful senior living community in Warren, OH that offers an array of compassionate services. Residents enjoy access to long-term care, respite and short-term rehabilitation stays, memory care, and hospice care. With beautifully designed accommodations, residents can comfortably enjoy their personal time with utmost safety and convenience.
In addition to tailored care plans, residents are offered vibrant programs and activities, such as games, movies, celebrations, and more to keep residents happy and busy. Convenient services, such as housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance are also available to give residents a carefree living experience. At Windsor House at Champion, everyone is bound to enjoy their lives on their own terms and with utmost convenience.
Set amidst the serene area in Lucas County, Oregon, Ohio, The Gardens of St. Francis is a dependable senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents here are guaranteed a convenient transition should their care needs change with an array of comprehensive care services. The community offers 24-hours nursing care for those who need recuperation in the transition from hospital to home or have complex care needs that call for the attention of a licensed professional.
At The Gardens of St. Francis, they offer a variety of meaningful activities—all based on residents’ wants and needs. From exercise classes and fun games to outings and leisure walks, residents here always find something enjoyable to spend their time with. The community also takes pride in their exquisite dining program that features home-style meals prepared by a culinary team and tailored to or accommodate the wants and needs of the residents.
Optimized Senior Living Assisted Living and Memory Care Kettering
Ideally situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Kentshire Drive, Dayton, OH, Optimized Senior Living Kettering is an idyllic senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Experience unparalleled comfort and convenience with top-notch care and assistance from a kind and highly qualified team. Optimized Senior Living Kettering works closely with the residents to get to know their needs better and provide them with the necessary attention.
Find the balance between independence and support to enjoy every moment of your best years. The community strives to foster comfort and satisfy cravings with a variety of healthy home-cooked meals. Optimized Senior Living Kettering is great for seniors in need of further assistance but seeking freedom in their golden years.
Conveniently near Interstate 77, Greenfield Estates boasts beautifully maintained grounds and thoughtfully designed indoor spaces tailored for individuals with memory loss. Located in northwest Akron, Ohio, Greenfield Estates is an assisted living community that offers seniors with cognitive impairment a renewed sense of purpose and growth.
The hallmark of Greenfield Estates is their person-centered approach, embodying an energetic commitment to enhancing the lives of residents through meaningful interactions and relationships. The vibrant atmosphere here resonates with energy, fostered by a dedicated team of staff and seniors.
Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake is an assisted living community that welcomes seniors at all stages and forms of the disease. It is an exclusive community in Stark County entirely devoted to providing dedicated care for individuals dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Their homelike environment has been meticulously designed to cater to the well-being of residents with memory impairment, all while prioritizing ongoing staff training in dementia care.
Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake is a steadfast refuge, offering residents with memory impairments the comfort, support, and specialized care they need at every juncture of their journey. Ideally, just minutes from Mercy Hospital and Interstate 77, this location ensures convenient access for families and loved ones.
Not many assisted living facilities have an English pub and a bird aviary. The Inn at Northwood Village does, along with a movie theater, putting greens, a full chapel, a cafe, a family room, and a beauty shop. The amenity set reflects a deliberate effort to build a full daily life on-site rather than a purely clinical environment; pets are welcome here
The facility is an 84-bed assisted living and memory care community at 5799 North Wooster Avenue in Dover, Ohio, Tuscarawas County. Purpose-built circa 2014, it serves a catchment area spanning Dover, New Philadelphia, and the Tuscarawas, Carroll, Stark, and Holmes County region. Studio and one-bedroom apartments are available. The neighborhood is very walkable, with a Walk Score of 76.
Two care programs run here: assisted living and a secured memory care unit. That unit is staffed around the clock by licensed nurses and CNAs who handle medication, hygiene, and mobility support.
Three restaurant-style meals come out of the dining rooms each day, with low-sodium and other dietary accommodations on offer. The Inns network, a multi-location Ohio operator, operates the community. Amy Joy is the Administrator, and Kristen Edwards is the Director of Nursing. Union Hospital is about 3.7 miles away.
For families seeking assisted living or secured memory care in Tuscarawas County, The Inn at Northwood Village offers an unusual combination of clinical care and lifestyle infrastructure. The amenity profile, which includes a pub, a theater, and a bird aviary, is well outside what most facilities in this category provide.
Brookdale Montrose is a vibrant senior living community located in Akron, Ohio, offering a range of care levels to suit residents’ needs, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Seniors can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle in stylish apartments with restaurant-style dining and numerous opportunities for socializing and making friends. The community provides a dynamic calendar of fun events and activities, ensuring there is always something exciting to look forward to.
Brookdale Montrose features an array of amenities and programs designed to enhance residents’ quality of life. The HealthPlus program offers personalized healthcare with a dedicated RN Care Manager to oversee clinical needs, coordinate appointments, and manage communication with providers. This exclusive service ensures that residents receive the best care without leaving the community. With luxurious accommodations, top-notch facilities, and a supportive environment, Brookdale Montrose is an ideal choice for seniors seeking a fulfilling and engaging lifestyle.
Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Waterville, OH, StoryPoint Waterville is a reliable senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, enhanced living, and memory care options. Residents experience unmatched comfort and convenience in carefully designed apartments, built to give them freedom, with open-concept floor plans and convenient access to community amenities and round-the-clock assistance. Whether you need just a little assistance with mobility and medications or more extensive help through the community’s specialized memory care program, you are sure to experience the personalized care that StoryPoint Waterville is renowned for.
Residents are guaranteed to thrive holistically with an engaging calendar of activities, events, and programs, and convenient amenities, designed to provide plenty of opportunities for enjoyment, leisure, and wellness. Most of the chores are handled to provide residents the freedom to spend more of their precious time doing things that they truly love. Meals provide both nourishment and bonding over deciduous cuisines, encouraging making new friends connections. Here, residents get to experience a fulfilling lifestyle with the community’s remarkable efforts and services.
Burrowed in Lorain, OH, Lorain Estates Senior Living is a charming senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The community offers a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, guaranteeing a comfortable residence that they can personalize with their treasured mementos and favorite furnishings. Residents can live comfortably and without worry with a dedicated team and licensed nurses available to offer support and assistance.
An active and stimulating daily life is guaranteed with plenty of leisure, social, and educational activities conducted 7 days a week. Residents are encouraged to participate in various lifelong learning programs to help maintain their cognitive abilities and build new skills. A talented team of chefs handle the cooking and ensure residents eat delicious and nutritious balanced meals to make sure they have the energy to participate and engage in an active lifestyle.
Adhering to a Montessori-based approach, Fairmont Senior Living of Washington Townshop is an outstanding senior living community located in the calm residential area of Paragon Road, Dayton, OH, that provides assisted living and memory care. Enjoy every moment of your best years surrounded by cozy and purposely built residences in several studio and suite floor plans. The community takes pride in a compassionate and highly skilled team delivering top-tier care and assistance for seniors to flourish and live to their potential.
Enrich your retirement with carefully curated fun activities and engaging programs to stay active and well-connected. Eat well and feel great with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Fairmont Senior Living of Washington Township is brimming with incredible amenities and beautifully landscaped grounds for seniors to spend their golden years doing what they love.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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 Memory Care 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.
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.
How many memory care communities are listed on this page?
This page features 343 memory care communities in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care community 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 memory care communities 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.



















