Page 11 of Best Senior Communities in Ohio

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 674 senior communities in OH using OH Dept. of Health data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in OH
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. SC (Senior Communities):
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
A score out of 100 based on in-person interviews with residents, conducted by an independent third party on behalf of the Ohio Department of Aging. Residents are asked about staff, activities, meals, administration, and overall experience. <em>Source: Ohio Long-Term Care Quality Navigator</em>
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
Mallard Cove
SC
AL
MC
NH
Sharonville
-Yes
40
Facility 40
OH AVG 42
Rank #366 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+Leigh Ann Meiss
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #116 / 172
Brookdale Alliance
SC
AL
Alliance
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 75
Rank #240 / 307
Yes
28
Facility 28
OH AVG 42
Rank #467 / 675
SuiteA+Tara Gotshall
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #63 / 190
-
The Woodlands of Shaker Heights
SC
AL
MC
Shaker Heights (Chagrin-Lee)
59
Facility 59
OH AVG 75
Rank #180 / 307
Yes
71
Facility 71
OH AVG 42
Rank #62 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed--
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
13
Facility 13
OH AVG 2
Rank #148 / 172
Royalton Woods
SC
AL
MC
RC
North Royalton
60
Facility 60
OH AVG 75
Rank #176 / 307
Yes
41
Facility 41
OH AVG 42
Rank #363 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed--
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #4 / 190
-
Shawnee Estates Senior Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Xenia
93
Facility 93
OH AVG 75
Rank #91 / 307
No
18
Facility 18
OH AVG 42
Rank #563 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--
73
Facility 73
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #188 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172
The Estates at Knightsbridge
SC
AL
IL
MC
Columbus (Olentangy Commons)
-Yes
52
Facility 52
OH AVG 42
Rank #230 / 675
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+-
82
Facility 82
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #151 / 190
1
Facility 1
OH AVG 2
Rank #1 / 172
Brookdale Zanesville
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Zanesville
-Yes
42
Facility 42
OH AVG 42
Rank #351 / 675
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed-Debbie Mcclain
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #4 / 190
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #105 / 172
Brookdale Englewood
SC
AL
Englewood
-Yes
45
Facility 45
OH AVG 42
Rank #312 / 675
Suite--
91
Facility 91
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #24 / 190
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #105 / 172
Brookdale Greenville
SC
AL
MC
Greenville
8
Facility 8
OH AVG 75
Rank #303 / 307
Yes
16
Facility 16
OH AVG 42
Rank #577 / 675
Suite--
95
Facility 95
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #4 / 190
2
Facility 2
OH AVG 2
Rank #64 / 172
Mallard Cove Senior Living
SC
AL
MC
NH
Sharonville
-Yes
48
Facility 48
OH AVG 42
Rank #279 / 675
1 BedA+Leigh Ann Meiss
85
Facility 85
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #102 / 190
5
Facility 5
OH AVG 2
Rank #116 / 172

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every OH community we track that reports that metric, not just the 674 on this page.

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Mallard Cove

1410 Mallard Cove Dr, Sharonville, OH 45246
Overview of Mallard Cove

Offering exceptional senior living, Mallard Cove is a classic senior living community in Sharonville, OH, providing assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Residents here enjoy a cozy and safe residence with a variety of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. With 24-hour nurse & resident care team and an on-site medical director and other specialists available, residents can rest assured knowing that their needs are covered.

With shopping, restaurant and special interest outings, as well as lifestyle and fitness activities, the community ensures residents have plenty of opportunities for entertainment and engagement. Three nutritional meals are provided daily to ensure residents have the nourishment and energy they need to live a vibrant everyday life. This pet-friendly community also provides amenities like a 24/7 beverage bar, scheduled transportation, weekly housekeeping and laundry services, for a more relaxing lifestyle.

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Overview of Brookdale Alliance

Settling in the tranquil community of South Sawburg Road, Alliance, OH, Brookdale Alliance is an extraordinary senior living community that provides assisted living. Featuring a selection of graceful and well-designed suites, the community promises comfortable and secure accommodation. Residents receive the right amount of care and assistance around the clock with an understanding and dedicated team.

Brookdale Alliance promotes a bright and friendly environment, paving the way for seniors to explore new interests and reignite their passions. Cook your meals privately or enjoy healthy and delicious meals served at the community dining room with friends. The pet-friendly community surpasses expectations to better improve its residents’ wellness and provide them with the best place for relaxation with its enchanting amenities including a beauty and barbershop, a courtyard and garden, a whirlpool, a library, a greenhouse, parking spaces, and transportation.

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Overview of The Woodlands of Shaker Heights

Situated near downtown Cleveland, The Woodlands of Shaker Heights is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. As a small community, it offers a warm and welcoming environment for every resident and ensures that the quality of life of each individual is improved. Seniors can enjoy walking around the beautiful grounds and reading in the library with family and friends in this cozy tight-knit community.

The Woodlands of Shaker Heights stresses providing numerous opportunities for social interactions and keeping the mind and body active. Many of their amenities are designed to create meaningful ways for residents to gain new skills and interests and expand social circles– special interest clubs, group outings, and game nights. With compassion and kindness, they present options for seniors to identify and coordinate services unavailable in the community to provide security and comfort by getting all the support they need.

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Overview of Royalton Woods

Greeting seniors and guests warmly with its idyllic community, Royalton Woods in State Road, North Royalton, OH, is a haven that focuses on assisted living. With naturally lit and cozy amenities, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and convenience. The community also works closely with the seniors and their families to devise a care plan that best matches their special needs and aspirations.

A robust calendar of enriching activities and exciting events accompanies residents as they explore new interests and relive hobbies. From breakfast to dinner, residents do not have anything to worry about with mealtimes prepared to meet dietary needs and tastes. Royalton Woods is dedicated to enhancing seniors’ quality of life with its serene and inviting campus.

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Overview of Shawnee Estates Senior Living

A reliable senior living community situated in the peaceful Paceline Court, Xenia, OH, Shawnee Estates Senior Living offers assisted living, companion living, memory care, and respite care. The community features cozy and welcoming residences in a wide range of studio and one-bedroom floor plans for seniors to enjoy comfort and luxury. A kind and highly skilled team strives to provide top-tier care and support for seniors to flourish and reach their full potential.

Shawnee Estates Senior Living promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring seniors remain active and happy. With exciting activities and fun learning programs, residents gain meaningful experiences and rekindle passions. Indulge in well-balanced meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. Shawnee Estates Senior Living is a safe place for seniors to live a worry-free retirement with its ethereal spaces and wonderful amenities.

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Overview of The Estates at Knightsbridge

The Estates at Knightsbridge has operated from its address at 4590 Knightsbridge Blvd in Columbus’s Olentangy Commons neighborhood for 36 years. That kind of longevity in senior care is notable without being remarkable; what it signals is stability, not necessarily quality. The community spans three care levels: assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Families managing transitions or planning ahead for more complex care needs have a single address to work with.

Unit sizes run from 297 to 681 square feet, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts available. That’s a wider footprint range than many communities offer, giving residents room to calibrate based on budget and what they actually need. Pets are not permitted.

On the services side, respite care is available. The amenity list covers the functional basics: housekeeping, transportation, exercise programming, and recreational activities.

Walkability is moderate. The community’s Walk Score of 52 means some errands are manageable on foot, but a car is useful for anything beyond the immediate area.

The three-tier care model is the defining feature here. For families who want their relative settled in one place without the prospect of a disruptive move if needs escalate, The Estates at Knightsbridge offers that continuity. The strongest case for this community comes from its longevity and its memory care offering for families navigating cognitive decline.

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Overview of Brookdale Zanesville

Set in the quiet, residential neighborhood of Zanesville, OH, Brookdale Zanesville is a lively senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. Offering a continuum of care between the two care types, the community offers residents seamless transition should their care needs evolve. A care team collaborates closely with the residents in creating individualized care plans, which often includes extra help with a wide range of daily needs like dressing, hygiene, mobility and medication management, complemented with 24/7 on-site team available to provide support during emergencies.

At Brookdale Zanesville, you’ll find a relaxed lifestyle full of life-enriching activities, fewer worries and less stress. Residents can enjoy cardio drumming, trivia and bus rides and several dementia-friendly activities for memory care residents. A culinary team carefully prepares nutritious meals that residents enjoy in an elegant dining room with others, fostering nourishment and socialization. Amenities include beautiful common areas such as a library, a cafe, an arts & crafts studio, a game room, and a chapel, offering plenty of opportunities for socialization, entertainment, and devotion.

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Overview of Brookdale Englewood

Brookdale Englewood is a premier senior living community located in the tranquil West Wenger Road, Englewood, OH, offering assisted living and memory care. The community provides a variety of pet-friendly floor plans including spacious private and companion suites. With 24/7 care and assistance, Brookdale Englewood ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Keep worries at bay and enjoy your golden years, surrounded by a friendly and welcoming community.

Utilizing a personalized approach for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the community provides the utmost attention necessary to uplift its residents’ quality of life. A spectrum of activities chosen to highlight its residents’ strengths and interests are conducted to ensure their happiness and wellness. The community serves freshly made delicious and nutritious meals that cater to its residents’ dietary needs and meal preferences. Take a refreshing dip at the whirlpool and enjoy the ice cream sweetness at the parlor. Brookdale Englewood is a great place to spend your retirement.

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Overview of Brookdale Greenville

Greeting seniors and guests with bright smiles, Brookdale Greenville settling in North Broadway Street, Greenville, OH, is an exceptional senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. The pet-friendly community provides a variety of well-designed and spacious suites for its residents’ comfort and safety. A worry-free and cozy life awaits seniors at the ethereal grounds of Brookdale Greenville.

Brookdale Greenville strives to improve the senior’s quality of life with a compassionate, friendly, and respectful team. With its signature memory care programs, individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia receive the right attention for their unique needs. Come along with friends and enjoy delectable, nutritious meals from breakfast to dinner. With its beautifully landscaped grounds, residents experience a relaxing retirement filled with wonderful amenities including a library, beauty and barbershop, a porch, a whirlpool, a serene courtyard, and a garden.

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Overview of Mallard Cove Senior Living

Mallard Cove continues to provide an affordable independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in Sharonville. They have been recognized as one of the best residential environments for senior living because of the warmth and comfort they offer to the elders. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met. The retirement home strives to provide a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living, making it an ideal place to call a new home.

An assisted living with memory care community, expect Mallard Cove’s management to promote its residents’ independence while receiving full daily support, housekeeping, transportation, and medication management.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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 Senior Communities in Ohio

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 674 senior communities in Ohio. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior 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 senior 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.