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For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
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Type of Care Available
Reliable Rest Home
Conveniently situated near Kettering Health Dayton and the Dayton Art Institute in Dayton, OH, Reliable Rest Home is an independent living community that offers thoughtfully designed rooms for older adults. Here, residents live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by the community’s lively and welcoming environment. A maintenance-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, as household and maintenance services are provided.
Through fun social events, residents can freely interact with their surroundings and prevent isolation. With plenty of leisure sites and local amenities nearby, residents have more opportunities for recreation and wellness. This community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Type of Care Available
The Lodge at Brier Creek
Just because retirement typically denotes slow, uneventful days after a lifetime of adventure, doesn’t have to mean closing the book on exciting chapters in your life. At Brier Creek, senior independent living is just the beginning of another riveting story for you. Offering a luxurious senior community experience, tempered with the right amount of personalized care, residents are empowered to pursue fun and fulfilling days without worry about housekeeping, laundry, cooking, or medical monitoring.
Once you’ve made yourself at home, you’ll have access to weekly fitness classes, chauffeured doctor visits within an 8-mile radius, a wide spectrum of lifestyle events to discover new interests or rekindle old one, beautiful walking paths perfect for a leisurely stroll, and socialization opportunities with fellow residents at cozy common areas, and during scheduled entertainment happenings. With so much to get involved with, the chances of boredom at Brier are basically nonexistent.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Mayfair Village Retirement Center
Immerse yourself in a five-star senior living experience that bolsters wellness and community engagement, at Mayfair Village. Settle into this welcoming assisted living home located in Columbus, Ohio, for expertly crafted care programs that cater to the individual needs of each resident, while also maintaining the independence to live your twilight years on your terms.
With daily living assistance from a mindful and compassionate staff, chores that once took up a sizable chunk of your time are no longer a worry, allowing you to fully enjoy the holistic senior lifestyle offerings that Mayfair is known for. Make yourself at home with spacious living options; catch up on some light or heavy reading as you please, at the expansive library; nurture your mind and body with state-of-the-art wellness centers and exercise classes; connect with nature on a leisurely walk along the landscaped courtyards; and let loose with fellow residents in a game of shuffleboard. You’ll find there’s something for everyone, at Mayfair.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 425 / 485 / 1,000 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
The Wyngate at Rivers Edge
The Wyngate at Rivers Edge is an assisted living and memory care home. The senior living community practices compassion and kindness for its residents in a cozy and home-like atmosphere. Management and staff are committed to ensuring that residents maintain their independence and individuality in a nurturing environment. The Wyngate is a small community that strives to be elegant, caring, and affordable so that residents can age with grace and dignity.
Services at The Wyngate include an emergency call system, housekeeping services, assistance with real estate taxes, property insurance assistance, wellness checks, nurse consultation upon request, social activities, entertainment programs, and all-house maintenance.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Vitality Living Columbia
Vitality Living Columbia, a back-to-back recipient of the Best Memory Care award for 2022 and 2023, takes immense pride in being a nurturing haven for people from all walks of life. Specializing in both memory care and assisted living, this community offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle that awaits its residents. Seniors can bask in the embrace of an enriching and engaging environment, truly living their golden years to the fullest. With luxury and convenience at its core, Vitality Living Columbia stands tall as a distinguished senior retirement home.
As part of the esteemed Vitality senior living family of communities, residents can expect an elevated lifestyle that caters to both assisted living and memory care needs. The interiors boast a beautiful water wall, while the outdoor living areas exude majesty. A full-service salon and spa offer indulgence and unmatched hospitality extending to a top-notch dining experience, comfortable living spaces, and attentive personalized care services. Vitality Living Columbia is committed to providing a truly exceptional and fulfilling living experience for all its residents.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize MostThe largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:
- Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings
- Long-stay and short-stay quality measures
- Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios
- Health deficiencies and regulatory history
- Accreditations and positive local news reporting
These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.
Operational Stability & Resident SupportAnother 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:
- Nurse hours per patient per day
- Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
- Administrative stability and ownership quality
- Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:
- Year built or renovated
- Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
- Revenue per bed
- Administrator tenure
These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews
Check out our cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
Check out our cost guide.
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
Check out our resident interviews






















