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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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 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.
Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Wooster (North Central)
127No 82 ----
University Manor Health Care Center
SC
NH
Cleveland
149No 60 ----
Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Parma
-Yes 24 Private RoomsC---
The Inn at Whitewood Village
SC
AL
MC
North Canton
7Yes 22 --85-
The Woodlands at Sunset House
SC
IL
Toledo (Westgate)
-No 36 --853
Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake
SC
AL
MC
Canton
-No 57 Private Rooms--2
Symphony at Centerville
SC
MC
RC
Dayton
-Yes 23 --898
Sunrise of Gahanna
SC
AL
MC
Gahanna
-Yes 36 StudioA---
Salida Woods by New Perspective
SC
AL
MC
Mentor
-Yes 58 Studio / 1 BedA+--
Browning Masonic Community, Inc
SC
AL
IL
MC
Waterville
73Yes 45 ---0
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Overview of Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western

Sprenger Health Care Smithville Western is a nursing home in Wooster, OH, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. Residents can also maintain their independence with ease, as 24-hour support, nutritious meals, and scheduled transport are provided. The community also provides personalized care tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits, ensuring their recovery and wellness.

Live performances, art classes, and outings encourage residents to explore interests and have fun. To lift residents’ moods and help them rest comfortably, a library, a beauty salon/ barber shop, and gathering areas are also available. The community is also easily accessible, as it is conveniently located near Wayne County Airport in the quiet residential area of Wooster. Providing exceptional standards of care for older adults’ welfare, this nursing home is a good option for senior living in Ohio.

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Overview of University Manor Health Care Center

University Manor Health Care Center is a nursing home in Cleveland, Ohio, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while rehabilitation supports recovery and functional improvement after illness, injury, or a medical procedure. Respite care offers a short stay for someone who needs temporary residential support while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Opened in 2004, the center has 149 beds. Its programs also include assisted living, memory care, personal care, and dialysis care, giving residents access to additional types of support within the services the center offers. University Manor Health Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing care, rehabilitation, or a temporary stay rather than care only at home.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare generally applies to qualifying short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid can help eligible residents whose savings may not cover an extended stay, and private pay means paying directly for care.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded amount of nurse staffing time counted for each resident over a day. Private dining provides a separate setting for meals, and the PATH Program to Home is among the center’s named programs. Saber Healthcare Group owns University Manor Health Care Center.

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Overview of Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza

Legacy Health Services-Cedarwood Plaza in Parma, Ohio, offers nursing home care, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision; skilled nursing and nursing home care provide licensed nursing care, hospice care supports end of life needs, and respite care offers a short term stay.

Residents can have private rooms, and pets are allowed for those who want to keep a pet with them. The combination of several care levels and respite care may suit someone whose needs change over time or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement, while the short term rehabilitation unit offers private suites and physical, occupational, and speech therapies up to seven days a week. On site cardiology and pulmonary medical care keeps those specialties within the community, and rehabilitation services support recovery from illness, injury, or a hospital stay.

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Overview of The Inn at Whitewood Village

Providing both assisted living and memory care, The Inn at Whitewood Village is a senior living community in Stark County, North Canton, Ohio. The community specializes in supporting residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It also offers traditional assisted living services. Located 9 miles from the city center in a residential part of the county, the community is led by Executive Director Ms. Shelly Williams.

The single-story residence has just 7 beds. It’s a small community where residents and staff can get to know one another more closely. The Inn has served the area for 12 years, giving it an established presence in local senior care. Its smaller size and longer history may appeal to families looking for a quieter and more personal setting than a larger community.

Residents have access to transportation services along with fitness and recreation programs that support an active lifestyle. The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 22, making it a car-dependent area where most errands and outings require a short drive. Families who value a close-knit environment with more personal staff interaction may find The Inn at Whitewood Village a good choice for a loved one needing assisted living or memory care.

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Overview of The Woodlands at Sunset House

Located on Indian Road in Toledo, Ohio, The Woodlands at Sunset House is in a neighborhood where some errands and services are within walking distance. However, most trips will require transportation. The Walk Score of 36 reflects this somewhat walkable setting. It’s suited for residents and families who appreciate a quieter, less urban residential area.

Visitors and families considering this home should take an in-person tour to understand what The Woodlands at Sunset House has to offer. Visiting lets families see the rooms, common spaces, and daily programs firsthand. They can speak directly with the staff about services, amenities, and how the community supports its residents’ independence and quality of life.

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Overview of Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake

Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake is an assisted living community that welcomes seniors at all stages and forms of the disease. It is an exclusive community in Stark County entirely devoted to providing dedicated care for individuals dealing with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Their homelike environment has been meticulously designed to cater to the well-being of residents with memory impairment, all while prioritizing ongoing staff training in dementia care.

Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake is a steadfast refuge, offering residents with memory impairments the comfort, support, and specialized care they need at every juncture of their journey. Ideally, just minutes from Mercy Hospital and Interstate 77, this location ensures convenient access for families and loved ones.

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Overview of Symphony at Centerville

Committed to delivering the finest care and assistance, Symphony at Centerville in Paragon Road, Dayton, OH, is a trusted senior living community that specializes in memory care. With naturally lit and well-thought-of residences, seniors live comfortably and safely. The community takes pride in a team of kind and compassionate professionals lending extra hands around the clock for seniors to maximize their freedom.

Stay active and well-connected with various engaging activities and enjoyable programs. Symphony at Centerville utilizes a holistic approach to ensure every aspect of seniors’ well-being is taken care of. Moreover, nutritious and tasty meals are served to satisfy dietary needs and preferences. Symphony at Centerville is great for seniors aiming to enjoy every moment of their golden years while receiving the utmost attention for their ever-changing needs.

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Overview of Sunrise of Gahanna

Contributing to the recognition of the facility is the overall excellent service and caregiving of the Sunrise senior living community, Mill Basin is a heartwarming community that makes residents feel at home due to the exceptional respect staff has provided. Its environment has been known to be inviting and supportive; management and staff were very accommodating, responsive, and skilled.

Sunrise of Gahanna– just as with other Sunrise senior living communities– you can trust that the assisted living community is safe and secure, and where comfort and convenience are prioritized.

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Overview of Salida Woods by New Perspective

Situated in the heart of Mentor, OH, the Salida Woods by New Perspective is an esteemed senior living community that provides assisted living services. Warming and spacious accommodations are available based on residents’ preferences. Known for placing its focus on happiness, this community offers a round-the-clock on-site and on-call nurse, along with a trained and dedicated team, to attend to the needs of its residents.

The community is dedicated to fostering a lively environment wherein residents can enjoy housekeeping and laundry services, activity great room use, and services from on-site third-party physician providers. Eat delightful and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Have fun playing in the activity great room and joining community outings with provided transportation. Relieve yourself from stress load through its beautiful spaces like the garden patio. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Salida Woods by New Perspective.

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Overview of Browning Masonic Community

Browning Masonic Community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Waterville, Ohio. Independent living provides a private home with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Three care levels may allow a resident whose needs grow to move to another level without leaving the community. The community has 73 beds and accepts Medicaid, giving eligible residents another way to help pay for care. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with their pets.

A fitness center and walking paths support exercise and outdoor walking, while on-campus and off-campus events and community attractions provide activities beyond the residence. Rehabilitation services are also available. With a Walk Score of 45 out of 100, the area is car-dependent, so a resident who no longer drives would need a car or a ride for most errands. Number of Years in Long Term Care is identified as the administrator. This home may be a good fit for someone who wants private independent living now, or for a resident who may later need assisted living or secured memory care without moving to another community.

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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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Senior Communities in Ohio at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 41/ 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: 68The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Ohio. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 704 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.