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Best Memory Care in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 326 memory care communities in Ohio using Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in OH
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Jun 2026
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326 homes
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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.

The Landing of Stow
MC
AL
HC
PC
Stow (Huntington Park)
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 78
Rank #141 / 323
No
18
Facility 18
OH AVG 40
Rank #561 / 705
Private RoomsA+Alicia Davies
82
Facility 82
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #153 / 193
-
Bickford of Lancaster
MC
AL
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
The Gardens at Cuyahoga Falls
MC
AL
IL
NC
RC
Cuyahoga Falls (Regent Park)
94
Facility 94
OH AVG 78
Rank #98 / 323
Yes
25
Facility 25
OH AVG 40
Rank #501 / 705
Private / Semi-Private / ApartmentsA+Richard A
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #141 / 193
-
Stoney Ridge Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Miamisburg (Washington Church Road)
83
Facility 83
OH AVG 78
Rank #133 / 323
No
33
Facility 33
OH AVG 40
Rank #420 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+Dereck Farris
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #103 / 193
-
Bickford of Worthington
MC
AL
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 Woodlands of Columbus
MC
AL
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
-
GreenView Senior Assisted Living
MC
AL
NC
Uniontown (Massillon Road)
58
Facility 58
OH AVG 78
Rank #195 / 323
No
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 40
Rank #161 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+Jennifer Ringer
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 142
Bickford of Rocky River
MC
AL
Rocky River (King James North)
64
Facility 64
OH AVG 78
Rank #183 / 323
Yes
24
Facility 24
OH AVG 40
Rank #510 / 705
Private RoomsA-Felisa Knowles
86
Facility 86
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #82 / 193
3
Facility 3
OH AVG 2
Rank #85 / 142
Claremont Retirement Village
MC
AL
IL
Columbus (Far Northwest)
57
Facility 57
OH AVG 78
Rank #199 / 323
Yes
50
Facility 50
OH AVG 40
Rank #254 / 705
Private RoomsA+-
84
Facility 84
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #125 / 193
-
Carriage Court of Grove City
MC
AL
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
Bickford of Upper Arlington
MC
AL
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
Bickford of Bexley
MC
AL
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
-
Cottingham Retirement Community
MC
AL
HC
IL
NH
PC
RC
Cincinnati (Sharonville)
128
Facility 128
OH AVG 78
Rank #36 / 323
No
53
Facility 53
OH AVG 40
Rank #223 / 705
Private RoomsA+-
74
Facility 74
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #189 / 193
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 142
Brookdale Finneytown
MC
AL
IL
NH
Cincinnati
39
Facility 39
OH AVG 78
Rank #266 / 323
Yes
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #209 / 705
Studio / SuiteA+-
89
Facility 89
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #43 / 193
6
Facility 6
OH AVG 2
Rank #128 / 142
Kessler Estates Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Lima
35
Facility 35
OH AVG 78
Rank #276 / 323
No
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 40
Rank #349 / 705
Studio / 1 BedA+Nicole Butcher
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #165 / 193
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Overview of Carriage Court of Grove City

Located in Grove City, Ohio, Carriage Court of Grove City offers a secure and compassionate community for seniors seeking an independent lifestyle with attentive support. Residents enjoy worry-free studio apartments where housekeeping, laundry, and meals are provided. This nursing home community offers engaging daily activities, such as bingo, exercise classes, and outings, to foster social connections and promote wellness.

The community features spacious common areas, sunlit studios, and landscaped gardens, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Carriage Court of Grove City provides assisted living and memory care services, with staff trained to offer specialized care for memory-loss diagnoses. With three meals a day, diverse dining options, and a range of apartment styles, including accessible features, Carriage Court of Grove City ensures residents have a fulfilling and comfortable living experience.

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Overview of Claremont Retirement Village

Nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, Claremont Retirement Village offers an exceptional blend of senior living affordable housing options and a dedicated memory care center. This vibrant community provides a welcoming environment where residents can enjoy a comfortable and affordable lifestyle.

For those requiring specialized memory care, Claremont Retirement Village features a dedicated memory care center. This center offers a secure and supportive environment designed to meet the unique needs of individuals living with memory-related conditions. The compassionate staff at this memory care center ensures that residents receive the highest level of care and support, fostering a sense of comfort and peace of mind for both residents and their families. At Claremont Retirement Village, affordable senior living meets quality care.

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Overview of O’neill Healthcare North Ridgeville

Enjoy the finest care and support from the multi-awarded senior living community of O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville in Center Ridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH, providing assisted living and skilled nursing. The community also offers dialysis units for those who require it, ensuring their comfort and convenience. With its dedication to improving seniors’ wellness, a compassionate and well-trained team handles their daily living activities and personal needs to ensure a worry-free lifestyle.

There are also a variety of incredible amenities available all over the campus for residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Fun events and enriching activities are also conducted to foster friendship among the residents. O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville is great for seniors who need assistance and supplementary care in their golden years.

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Locust Ridge

12745 Elm Corner Rd, Williamsburg, OH 45176
Overview of Locust Ridge

Based in Williamsburg, Ohio, Locust Ridge is an innovative senior care provider that offers exceptional short-term care, long-term care and respite stays. The community promises to provide expert care in a warm, inviting atmosphere with the help of their tenured team of care professionals consisting of therapists and nurses available 24/7. Dedicated to catering even the most complex needs, the community offers their Secured Behavioral/Mental Health Unit, designed to provide the highest quality care and support for those facing these challenges.

The community helps residents have a speedy recovery with personalized care plans that are complemented with comprehensive activity plans and convenient amenities. Residents can enjoy their personal daily routine, while connecting with other members of the community with weekly outings, socials and meet ups. Gourmet meals, an on-site salon, and lovely outdoor areas adds to residents’ enjoyment and convenience.

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Overview of Cottingham Retirement Community

Cottingham Retirement Community offers premier senior living care services for independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing residents. The retirement home promotes a youthful and energetic atmosphere for its residents because the staff celebrates each individual by promoting a vibrant and freeing lifestyle– seniors create a personalized care plan based on their decisions. The resort-style home practices an excellent and exemplary, resident-centered approach where seniors can thrive.

Cottingham offers amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free, such as 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, specialized programs, and individualized care plans.

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Overview of The Pines Healthcare Center

The Pines Healthcare Center, by the CommuniCare Family of Communities, is Canton’s leading skilled nursing and rehabilitation home with memory care. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. The long-term care facility aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors can satisfy their holistic wellness.
The Pines emphasizes its short and long-term care services delivered by a dedicated team of caregivers who strive to meet and follow a resident’s individualized care plan for a complete healing period. Areas of expertise include wound care, neurological recovery, post-surgical care, pulmonary management, cardiac care, and physical, occupational, and speech therapy.

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Overview of Canton Regency

Canton Regency, situated in the heart of Canton, Ohio, is a vibrant senior living community offering a spectrum of services, including independent living, assisted living, and specialized memory care services. This dedicated assisted living community goes beyond providing onsite home health care and additional medical services tailored to the unique needs of senior residents. The living spaces are thoughtfully designed, offering studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments with full-sized appliances and individual climate controls. A separate wing is meticulously curated to provide a secure and nurturing environment for residents requiring memory care.

Nestled near the picturesque Marshlands Preserve, nature enthusiasts can indulge in scenic vistas. Canton Regency also enhances residents’ convenience with a courtesy shuttle service to nearby dining, shopping, and entertainment venues. Residents at Canton Regency have a wealth of amenities and activities at their fingertips. These include a piano and dance floor, a well-appointed movie theater, a library for literary enthusiasts, and an inviting internet cafe and pub, ensuring that every aspect of senior living is comfortable, engaged, and enjoyable.

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Overview of Ohio Living Llanfair

Ohio Living Llanfair is a Life Plan community that boasts a future at their retirement home. Residence maintains their individuality by allowing them to freely choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Provided their delightful ambiance, management and staff encourage residents can live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with people of their age.

The staff at Ohio Living is dedicated to ensuring that all residents can do as they please and not worry about simple daily activities. Their amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen, individually controlled air condition and heating systems, an emergency call system, walk-in showers with grab bar, a laundry room on each floor, and all utilities included in the building; services include in-house wellness nurse, social services support, maintenance of each apartment, flexible dining programs, and transportation to local areas.

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Overview of Oakleaf Village of Columbus

Oakleaf Village is an independent living and assisted living in Columbus that provides nothing but exceptional care. They pride themselves on their professional care staff that provides service with compassion and kindness. Oakleaf Village boasts their beautiful location that strives in offering a harmonious environment for their seniors who are looking for peace and quiet. They do not only provide a serene atmosphere but an efficient service that puts their residents at the top of their priority. Oakleaf Village of Columbus has beautifully designed their community from minor to major details catering to their specific needs. 

Oakleaf Village’s exclusive offer is their financial resources that allows residents to pay a flat monthly rate that does not require a downpayment or entrance fee; they provide financial assistance so that residents can remain worry-free before, during, and after their stay.

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Overview of Brookdale Finneytown

Enhance your quality of life at Brookdale Finneytown, an inviting senior living community in Cincinnati, OH, offering assisted living and memory care. Recognized as 2024 Best of Best by Argentum Awards, the community guarantees nothing but excellence when it comes to delivering care and support. Offering Brookdale HealthPlus, residents experience personalized healthcare like never before with clinical care coordination and oversight and an RN Care Manager overseeing residents’ clinical needs.

With specially designed environments and a care team trained to care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community ensures a safe haven where they can maintain a fulfilling life despite their afflictions. Residents also enjoy various services designed to provide convenience, including assistance with daily living tasks like medication management, mobility , housekeeping, transportation, and coordination with outside healthcare providers. Amenities include a cafe, a therapy room, an ice cream parlor, a courtyard, garden, and beautifully landscaped grounds for residents welfare and leisure.

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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 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 326 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.