Page 35 of Best Senior Communities in Ohio

Overview of Buckeye Forest at Fairfield Assisted Living

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield Assisted Living offers assisted living and short-term respite care in Fairfield, Ohio. Assisted living accommodates individuals seeking daily support with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration while preserving private living quarters. Temporary respite stays accommodate residents when primary caregivers require time off or travel.

Managed by administrator John Fuqua, the 145-bed community maintains 24-hour staffing presence. Features include walking paths and outdoor patio areas for resident use, alongside complimentary transportation to local medical appointments and general rehabilitation services.

Prospective representatives can get in touch with Buckeye Forest at Fairfield Assisted Living to check current room availability, request additional program details, or plan a private walkthrough.

Overview of Forest Hills Center

Forest Hills Center provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, and palliative care in Columbus, Ohio. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, while palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. Respite care is also available for a short stay when a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

Forest Hills Center may be a good fit for someone whose needs include supervised memory care and comfort-focused support. The community has 75 beds and 96% occupancy, so nearly all beds are in use at a given time. Private and semi-private rooms accommodate either one resident alone or two residents sharing a room. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours 55 minutes per resident per day, representing that amount of nursing time assigned per resident across the day.

Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare and Medicaid are public payment programs, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. A large patio, outdoor walking paths, and outdoor activities give residents places to spend time outside. An on-site hair salon provides hair services without requiring residents to leave the community.

Kosher dining supports residents who follow kosher dietary practices, and rehabilitation services are available for residents who need therapy as part of their care. A doctor is on staff. The Walk Score is 45, making the area car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. A resident who no longer drives would need transportation for many routine trips.

Overview of The Merriman

The Merriman provides nursing home, hospice care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in the Highland Square neighborhood of Akron, Ohio. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports needs at the end of life, while palliative care focuses on comfort. Respite care offers a short stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

With 55 beds, The Merriman is a smaller community where staff and residents get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 11 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time counted for each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families public coverage routes or the option to pay directly.

On-site rehabilitation services let residents receive therapy within the community without arranging transportation. An on-site salon and beautician provide hair and grooming services, while a doctor on staff makes physician services part of the community’s care. The Merriman may be a good fit for someone who needs ongoing nursing support, comfort-focused care, or a temporary stay.

Overview of West Park Commons

West Park Commons is an assisted living community in Cleveland, Ohio, with 84 beds and Medicaid as a payment option for eligible residents. Assisted living here includes help with daily tasks while residents live in an efficiency unit, making the community a potential fit for someone who needs ongoing support in an apartment-style setting. Staffing is available around the clock.

Restaurant-style dining includes all-day options, with meals prepared for diabetes, allergy-sensitive needs and other dietary restrictions. A salon and barber offer grooming services on site, while gardens and walking paths provide outdoor places to walk and spend time outside. Residents can take part in group games, gardening, music sessions and volunteer opportunities.

Onsite counseling, medication management and routine health monitoring address several parts of daily support, and a doctor is on staff for physician care through the community. A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives. Someone who needs ongoing daily assistance, physician care through the community and an apartment-style setting may find this home worth considering.

Overview of The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus

The Grove at Oakleaf Village of Columbus offers memory care and respite care in Columbus, OH. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care supports a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, making the combination a possible fit for someone living with dementia whose family also needs a temporary care option.

Residents stay in private or semi private rooms. A private room provides an individual living space, while a semi private room accommodates someone who prefers to share with a companion. The community has a Walk Score of 59, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot. For a resident who no longer drives, that may allow independent access to certain nearby errands without relying on a car or ride.

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Starting Price $6,500/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Danbury Wooster

Tucked away in the scenic city of Wooster, OH, Danbury Wooster is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services to residents dealing with Alzheimer’s and other forms of memory loss. Residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping and laundry services provided and round-the-clock care provided by on-site licensed nurses and resident companions. Emergency response systems are installed in each apartment and bathroom, plus personal pendant for guaranteed safety and security.

Vibrant day-to-day life is guaranteed with the community’s diverse array of interesting and engaging activities, programs, and events. A hardworking culinary team creates exquisite cuisine and works hard to ensure that every meal is a gourmet experience and tailored to meet residents’ varying tastes and dietary needs. With personalized care plans, extensive services, and plenty of amenities and activities, the community warrants a meaningful living experience.

Overview of Brookdale Muirfield

Brookdale Muirfield offers assisted living and memory care in Dublin, Ohio. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment suite. Memory care provides a supervised setting for someone who may be at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, Brookdale Muirfield may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

Starting monthly rates are $3,950 for assisted living and $4,560 for memory care, giving families separate entry points for budgeting by care level. Days include fitness classes, arts and crafts, and social events, with structured options available throughout the day. A salon, courtyard and garden, and transportation for residents add places to spend time and a way to get around when needed.

Private apartment suites give each resident a separate living space, and pets are allowed for residents who want to keep a companion animal. Personalized menu options are prepared by a culinary team, so meals can reflect individual preferences. Respite care is available for someone who needs a short-term stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers. Brookdale Senior Living operates the community in the Indian Run Meadows neighborhood, where a Walk Score of 43 means most errands require a car or a ride.

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$3,950/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of StoryPoint Pickerington

StoryPoint Pickerington is a newly built retirement community on Windmiller Drive in Pickerington, Ohio, that offers independent living. A variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans are also featured in a three-story setting, designed to accommodate a range of lifestyles and preferences.

The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 49, offering a mix of suburban tranquility and access to nearby amenities. Transportation services may be helpful for residents to complete errands. Fitness and recreation programs are also provided, while pets are allowed.

An in-person tour allows interested families to view the available residences and learn about the community’s amenities and daily programs.

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$4,513/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026

Overview of Symphony at Mentor

Operated by Elegance Living, running communities across roughly a dozen states, Symphony at Mentor is an assisted living community in Mentor, Ohio. It caters to occupants in Lake County and the surrounding area. Led by Wayne Lewis as executive director and CEO, the two-story building offers private rooms spanning from 315 to 408 square feet, each designed with resident comfort and independence in mind.

Three distinct care paths are offered. Standard assisted living bolsters occupants with daily activities and personal care. A dedicated memory care component serves those with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, with programming and staffing tailored to their needs. Respite care, often overlooked but valuable, serves two populations: residents transitioning out of a hospital stay not ready for permanent placement, and families needing momentary relief while a primary caregiver handles other demands. Symphony at Mentor sits in a car-dependent area where most errands require a vehicle, but this location offers practical advantages for emergency access. UH Lake West Medical Center, a general acute care hospital, is around 4.45 miles away, close enough to matter in critical situations. Pets are welcome here, making it an option for occupants hesitating to leave animal companions behind. Symphony at Mentor is alcohol-free and smoke-free, honors residents’ do-not-resuscitate orders, and supports an active family council, mirroring a structured method to resident and family engagement.

For families in the Mentor and Lake County area navigating assisted living, memory care, or short-term respite choices in a mid-size regional operator’s network, Symphony at Mentor is a focused, clearly defined choice. It has nearby hospital access and easy policies prioritizing resident and family input.

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Starting Price $4,175/Month Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

Overview of Danbury Tallmadge

Based in the peaceful area of Tallmadge, OH, Danbury Tallmadge is a classic senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy pet-friendly apartments filled with natural light, and the freedom to personalize their living spaces to suit their lifestyle and needs. The community offers personalized care plans overseen by dedicated on-site licensed nurses and personal care companions available 24/7 to meet residents’ needs.

With mundane tasks like housekeeping and laundry taken care of, residents enjoy an independent, stress-free way of life with more time to engage in meaningful and fun activities. From outings and recreational activities to educational programs and live entertainment, residents always find something interesting to participate in. Residents can also relax and gather with friends and neighbors in many comfortable community areas, including our outdoor patios and courtyards, bistro, pub, theater, art and craft studio, fitness room and spa. Here, every nook and cranny of the community is designed to help residents live a fulfilling life.

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$4,944/Month Pricing updated on October 12th, 2026