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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 | - | - | - | - |
Tending to seniors in Cuyahoga County, HarborChase of Shaker Heights is a luxury community offering assisted living and memory care services just outside Cleveland, Ohio. With expert care partners available around-the-clock to support residents in their daily activities, they empower seniors as they give them freedom and independence to live an unparalleled experience with peace of mind. In between assisted living and memory care services, this community distinctly offers Mild Dementia Care at The Sound– a specialized program for residents suffering at the earliest stages of memory loss.
An assortment of amenities can be found in HarborChase of Shaker Heights that range from thoughtfully designed life-enrichment programs with over 21 options each day to multiple on-site restaurants and facilities such as the game room and art studio. A curated array of services are also available which includes therapy, support groups, auditory clinics, and equipment repairs.
Experience an ultimately relaxing stay with The Landing of Long Cove located in Irwin Simpson Rd, Mason, OH, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and beautifully appointed accommodations with different floor plans tailored to their needs. In terms of memory care, the community is well-known for its Memory Care neighborhood that focuses on maintaining cognitive function as well as emotional well-being and is dedicated to supporting residents and their families on their journey through memory challenges.
Indulge in culinary delights at their full-service restaurant, where their talented chefs create gourmet dishes that satisfy both the palate and the soul. Explore its top-quality amenities and services like effortless access to essential treatment with a spacious on-site physical and occupational therapy gym. Boost physical endurance and mobility with their state-of-the-art amenities to address their rehabilitation requirements while furthering their well-being within a comfortable, home-like environment. With The Landing of Long Cove, seniors can truly enjoy a wonderful retirement.
Overlooking the beautiful community of Middletown, OH, the Bickford of Middletown is a remarkable senior living community that provides assisted living, and memory care services. Large and stunning 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 exceptional 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 Middletown, seniors can enjoy a worry-free living experience.
Located in Sandusky, Ohio, Parkvue Place is a skilled nursing home owned by Ken Keller. The community is in a very walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 86. Family members can run errands and access amenities on foot. The 87-bed home is large enough to provide personalized attention while maintaining the resources of a full nursing operation. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several options to arrange care.
The community’s daily nurse staffing averages 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident. It’s supplemented by nursing aides who provide an average of 3 hours and 55 minutes of direct support. This level of attention is best for residents recovering from acute episodes or managing ongoing nursing needs. The average length of stay is 119 days, which includes post-acute rehabilitation residents and those on longer-term care plans.
Parkvue Place’s fine dining features chef-prepared meals rather than institutional cafeteria-style service. Residents can enjoy the benefits of culinary attention alongside a full activity program that includes onsite recreation, group outings, and a variety of engaging activities that specifically promote well-being and social connection.
Residents also have amenities such as an indoor aquatic center, walking paths, and community gardens. These can support physical activity and a connection to the outdoors, even during the winter season in Ohio.
Parkvue Place’s maintenance-free setting means residents can focus on care and community rather than worrying about property upkeep. It’s best for residents seeking a simpler care setting.
Nestled in Canton, Ohio, Aviva Hills creates a nurturing environment where residents can age in fashion, finding comfort and safety in thoughtfully designed apartment homes. The community’s mission is to offer expert assistance tailored to individual needs, whether downsizing responsibilities or providing specialized cognitive care.
Aviva Hills boasts a range of amenities and care options, including assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents can enjoy discreet assistance from expertly trained staff, ensuring worry-free living. The JOURNEY-based approach to memory care fosters meaningful connections through music, art, and sensory stimulation. With enrichment programs, beautiful grounds, and inviting common areas, Aviva Hills elevates senior living, enhancing vitality, independence, and purpose through different assisted living levels of care.
Ideally situated in the desirable neighborhood of Massillon Road, Uniontown, OH, GreenView Senior Assisted Living is an exceptional senior living community offering assisted living and special care. Treat yourself to a relaxing and safe retirement with snug and purposely built residences in a selection of studio and one-bedroom floor plans. A reliable and highly trained team goes above and beyond to provide top-notch care and assistance around the clock, working closely with residents to devise a care plan that best suits their needs and interests.
Engage with the community or enjoy time alone, no matter your preference, the community conducts a variety of enjoyable activities and fun programs. Create lasting moments with friends and indulge in delicious and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and tastes. GreenView Senior Assisted Living is an idyllic community that provides a safe place for seniors to experience a wondrous retirement.
Located in Lancaster, Ohio’s Wacker Heights neighborhood, Bickford of Lancaster provides assisted living and memory care services in a single-story setting with 92 private and semi-private residences. The community has served older adults in the area for more than three decades and is led by Executive Director Monica Coffelt and Director of Nursing Kim Sulzmann.
Residents receive support from licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants, with specialized memory care available for individuals living with dementia. The program incorporates Montessori-based principles that emphasize meaningful activities, familiar routines, and personalized engagement designed to support independence and quality of life.
In addition to daily care services, residents have access to transportation for appointments and errands, as well as fitness and recreational programs that encourage ongoing activity and social involvement.
Inspection reports from the Ohio Department of Health’s Bureau of Survey and Certification show a citation history comparable to state averages, without a recurring pattern of significant concerns. The surrounding area has a Walk Score of 8, making vehicle transportation the primary option for most errands and outings.
Located on Ridge Road in Parma, Ohio, Pleasant Lake Villa is a skilled nursing home serving the Cleveland area. The 66-bed community has full occupancy. It specializes in short-term rehabilitation and post-acute recovery.
Residents stay an average of 92 days, because the home is focused on helping people recover after they have been hospitalized or had surgery. It also serves people who need longer-term care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, providing families with multiple options for covering the costs of care.
Nurse staffing averages 3 hours and 12 minutes per resident each day. This includes 30 minutes of registered nurse care, 2 hours and 6 minutes of nurse aide support, and 30 minutes of licensed practical or vocational nurse care. The staffing structure supports round-the-clock care and regular clinical oversight.
Rehabilitation is the facility’s primary clinical focus. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are available up to seven days a week. On-site cardiology and pulmonary specialists support residents with more complex medical needs. Advanced respiratory therapy is also available daily. A certified wound care nurse provides specialized wound treatment, and full-time nurse practitioners oversee medical care and coordination.
The facility has a secure, activity-based memory care unit for residents with cognitive decline. Respite care is available to families who need temporary support. Private suites are available in the short-term rehabilitation unit, giving residents a comfortable space between therapy sessions.
Dining services accommodate a variety of dietary needs. A private dining room is available for family gatherings. Residents and visitors have access to complimentary Wi-Fi, along with lounges and activity spaces throughout the community.
Having served the area for 48 years, Pleasant Lake Villa has a long history in the Parma community. The location is in a car-dependent area, so most visits and errands require a vehicle.
Offering assisted living, respite care, and rehabilitation services, Sunrise of Findlay is a residential care community located on Lake Cascades Parkway in Findlay, Ohio. A variety of studio and two-bedroom apartments are also offered in a single-story setting, with monthly rates starting at $2,979.
In addition to 24-hour care, short-term stays, rehabilitation services following hospitalization or surgery, and hospice coordination are available as care needs change over time. Small animal companions are also welcome, as the community is also pet-friendly.
Furthermore, its location has a Walk Score of 56, offering moderate walkability with some nearby destinations accessible on foot.
Set amidst the stunning city of Troy, OH, StoryPoint Troy is an eminent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community features a wide array of studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments to choose from, with easy access to the community’s wide range of convenient amenities and services. A team of experienced and well-trained care experts are always available to provide various assistance, including help with tedious chores, mobility or managing medications.
Residents enjoy a high-spirited everyday life with a brimming calendar of engaging activities that promote enjoyment, learning, and connections. StoryPoint Troy always ensures residents are getting their daily nutrients intake with chef-prepared gourmet food that caters to various tastes and dietary needs. From convenient services and compassionate care to a plethora of interesting amenities, residents can comfortably enjoy a fulfilling retirement life.
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.



















