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Overview of Helen Purcell

A full-continuum senior care community at 1854 Norwood Boulevard in Zanesville, Ohio, is Helen Purcell. It caters to occupants across a broad spectrum of care needs through six distinct operating units: assisted living, memory care, nursing homes, skilled nursing, hospice care, and respite care.

Led by Administrator Justin Middleton, the home stands in a somewhat walkable area with a Walk Score of 45. Though most errands and outings require transportation, some nearby services are walkable. The surrounding Norwood Boulevard neighborhood provides easy access for visiting family members. Helen Purcell’s multi-unit structure allows it to serve different populations in one place. Residents requiring daily activities assistance can access the assisted living unit, while people with cognitive decline or dementia have the dedicated memory care unit. The nursing homes unit serves individuals needing higher levels of skilled care, anchored by the skilled nursing component for post-acute rehabilitation and ongoing medical management. For families managing temporary transitions or end-of-life care, the facility also offers hospice care and respite care services, providing flexibility for different stages of the care journey. The breadth of offerings also bolsters family members wanting short-term respite support while caring for loved ones elsewhere.

Helen Purcell fits families seeking a single community that can evolve with a resident’s changing needs, or for those requiring specialized services beyond traditional assisted living. To see the different units and discuss care options in detail, families wanting to learn more about specific amenities, daily programs, dining options, staffing levels, payment options (Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay), and costs are encouraged to contact the facility or arrange an in-person tour.

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Overview of Brookdale Lakeview Crossing

Peacefully nestled in Groveport, Ohio, Brookdale Lakeview Crossing offers a blend of comfort and care with its assisted living and memory care options. Situated just a short distance from Columbus, residents enjoy the tranquility of a small-town setting paired with easy access to urban amenities. The community provides personalized assistance, including help with daily tasks like dressing and navigating the grounds, ensuring a supportive environment that fosters independence. Seniors relish the pet-friendly, naturally lit apartments and the convenience of included utilities, housekeeping, and laundry services.

With 24/7 emergency response and chef-prepared meals served restaurant-style, residents can savor a worry-free lifestyle. Brookdale Lakeview Crossing enriches daily life with a variety of engaging activities designed to inspire creativity, promote physical well-being, and nurture social connections. From movie nights and crafting sessions to organized outings, there are activities tailored to every interest and ability level. For residents in our memory care program, specially crafted activities provide a stable, calming atmosphere ideal for enhancing quality of life. With access to Brookdale HealthPlus services on-site, including preventive care and chronic condition management, residents and their families can rest assured knowing comprehensive healthcare needs are met, further enhancing peace of mind and well-being.

$3,230/Month Info Pricing updated on February 27th, 2026

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Overview of Wexner Heritage Village – Creekside at the Village

Wexner Heritage Village, Creekside at the Village, in Columbus, OH, covers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Nursing home care, skilled nursing, and hospice care fill out the rest. Assisted living is help with daily tasks, and independent living is the community’s services without any of that help attached.

Memory care is a secured space with supervision inside it for a resident living with dementia. Skilled nursing and nursing home care are the ongoing nursing end of the range. Hospice care is for the end of a life.

Six levels at one address means care can keep going without the resident going anywhere. Rehabilitation services are named for a resident in recovery or holding on to function. Housing comes as one-bedroom or two-bedroom. Pets are allowed, and Berwick is the neighborhood of Columbus it’s situated in.

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Overview of St Raphaels Home for Aged

Located on Roxbury Road in Columbus, Ohio, St Raphaels Home for Aged is a nursing home about 5 miles south of the city center. It serves older adults who require skilled nursing care and assistance with all activities of daily living. This includes personal care, bathing, dressing, and meal support. There’s 24-hour staffing to provide nursing and medical oversight for residents who cannot safely live independently or in assisted living settings.

St Raphaels’ neighborhood has a Walkability Score of 57 out of 100, so some errands can be handled on foot while most trips will require a car. The moderate walkability can be convenient for visiting family members who live nearby and visit regularly without relying entirely on transit.

Families considering St Raphaels Home for Aged should take a tour of the facility to understand its daily environment and learn about its specific programs, staffing, care services, and pricing. A tour also allows families to meet the nursing and care staff and see the living spaces where seniors would spend their time.

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Overview of Nelson Park Care Center

Nelson Park Care Center is a welcoming nursing home community in Columbus, OH, that offers personal care. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life, providing top-tier support for their daily living activities around the clock. Light housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation are also taken care of, ensuring residents have 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 management and transportation services are also available, so residents can take their medications on time and travel to their appointments with ease. The community continuously promotes a nurturing environment to ensure residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Nursing Homes in Columbus at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.1/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, OH. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, OH. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Columbus, OH. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5