Best Senior Communities in Ohio

The Cottages of Clayton is a 90-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated at 8212 North Main Street in Dayton, Ohio 45415, in Montgomery County, operated independently under the name Cottages of Clayton, Inc. The facility offers assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, and memory care in a cottage-style residential arrangement that distinguishes it from conventional corridor-based assisted living buildings. Respite care is available. Medicaid waiver funding is accepted. Pets are permitted. 24-hour staffing operates throughout the facility.

Nine amenities are confirmed: private suites with full baths, companion suites, emergency call system, secure entrance, walking paths, free Wi-Fi, cable television, local phone with long distance minutes, and beauty shop services. Communal dining is organized by a dietician. Menus are shaped by resident preferences and accommodate all diets and allergies. Snacks are available around the clock. Floor plans include studio and one-bedroom configurations. On-site services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, wound care, and medication management.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on September 11, 2025, and identified zero citations. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on file. Ohio’s statewide average is two citations per inspection. No occupancy rate is publicly reported.

Good Samaritan Hospital is approximately 4 miles from the facility. Located in Dayton, The Cottages of Clayton provides assisted living and short-term rehabilitation in a cottage-style residential structure with zero-citation compliance and Medicaid waiver acceptance.

The Cottages of Clayton is suited for Montgomery County seniors seeking assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, or memory care in a cottage-style residential environment. Families should ask about the specific layout and home-like features of the cottage configuration, current availability in assisted living and memory care tracks, and services included with Medicaid waiver funding before placement.

Close to Home Iv Assisted Living is a 47-bed residential care facility administrated by Theresa Clifton at 12681 US 62 in Sardinia, Ohio 45171, in Brown County. The Director of Nursing is Sharon Hartwig. Licensed as a Residential Care Facility and certified by the Ohio Department of Aging, the facility operates as the fourth location in the family-owned Close to Home network. Close to Home Iv Assisted Living accepts the Ohio Assisted Living Waiver, Veterans Benefits, and long-term care insurance.

The building occupies the former Southern State Community College structure with a wing-concept layout. Private rooms surround a central common area, and each wing forms a smaller residential cluster. Units are private with private bathrooms. Some configurations accommodate couples. Six confirmed amenities include beauty shop services, partnered physical therapy and occupational therapy, laundry services, medication administration and supervision, ambulation assistance, and balanced meals.

The facility provides 17 named services: bi-hourly supervision checks, podiatry services, 24-hour nursing, family consultation, visiting physician services, hospice and palliative care, respite care, medication refilling and repackaging, and others. Memory care is confirmed. The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on July 10, 2025, and identified 1 citation. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The 1-citation result is below the state average. Zero severe citations appear in prior inspection cycles.

Adams County Regional Medical Center is approximately 8 miles from the facility.

Close to Home Iv Assisted Living is suited for Brown County seniors seeking family-owned assisted living with Ohio Department of Aging certification and Assisted Living Waiver eligibility. Families should verify the current licensed bed count directly with the facility, as some third-party sources cite 67 rather than 47 beds.

Close to Home VI is a 31-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Tim Gade at 405 Chestnut Street in Greenville, Ohio 45331, in Darke County. The facility is the sixth location in the family-owned Close to Home network and its longest-running, in continuous operation since 1995. Close to Home VI is certified by the Ohio Department of Aging and accepts Medicaid.

Close to Home VI operates as the smallest among the facilities in the Close to Home collection. The network characterizes the facility as geriatric care delivered in a home-like setting with affordability as a guiding principle. The facility’s tagline is “From Your Home to Ours.” Five confirmed amenities are available: beauty shop services, laundry services, medication administration and supervision, ambulation assistance, and partnered physical and occupational therapy. The 17-item services roster includes 24-hour nursing, family consultation, podiatry services, visiting physician services, hospice and palliative care, respite care, bi-hourly supervision checks, medication refilling and repackaging, appointment scheduling, meal preparation and service, grooming and hygiene assistance, and daily meaningful activities.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on July 30, 2025, and cited zero deficiencies. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on file. The three-decade operating history, ODA certification, and depth of the named services roster distinguish this facility.

Wayne HealthCare serves as the primary acute care hospital for Darke County and is located in Greenville. Occupancy data is not publicly reported.

Close to Home VI is suited for Darke County seniors seeking small-scale, geriatric-focused assisted living with ODA certification, Medicaid eligibility, and family-operated history. Families should verify staffing protocols, supervision procedures during off-hours, and specific protocols for medication management and emergency response before placement.

Carriage Court of Hilliard is an 82-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Monica Coffey at 3570 Heritage Club Drive in Hilliard, Ohio 43026, in Franklin County. The facility is independently owned and operated. Director of Nursing is Miranda Lazar. Licensed as a Residential Care Facility with Joint Commission Accreditation, the facility holds a distinction uncommon among residential care facilities and signals an additional tier of quality oversight beyond standard state inspections.

Carriage Court of Hilliard offers two confirmed care programs: assisted living and memory care. A wellness program is listed in the named programs inventory. Pets are permitted. Pricing is published: assisted living from $3,205 per month and memory care from $3,130 per month. No Medicaid acceptance is indicated. Seven confirmed amenities include restaurant dining, 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, and transportation. The restaurant, Wendell Station, offers more than 50 menu options and operates from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A 24-hour bistro operates during off-hours. Studio and one-bedroom floor plans are available.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on October 1, 2025, and identified zero citations against a statewide average of 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0 with zero severe citations on file.

Dublin Methodist Hospital is in close proximity.

Carriage Court of Hilliard is suited for Franklin County seniors seeking assisted living or memory care with Joint Commission Accreditation, published pricing, and independent ownership. Families should ask about the wellness program specifics, staff training related to accreditation standards, and current occupancy before placement.

Burton’s Ridge is a 44-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Laura Shrader at 2651 Fort Amanda Road in Lima, Ohio 45804, in Allen County. Operated by HCF Management, Inc., the same organization operating Garbry Ridge in Piqua, Burton’s Ridge has served residents for over 50 years across its Ohio network and has operated at this Lima location since 1998. The facility offers independent living, assisted living, and memory support.

Pets are permitted. Floor plan options include studio and one-bedroom configurations. The facility is located on a private road in a suburban setting backed by a wooded area. Respite care and on-site hospice services are available. Three care programs are confirmed: independent living, assisted living, and memory support.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on October 9, 2025, resulting in 2 citations. Ohio’s statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The result sits precisely at the state average. Zero severe citations are on file. No prior deficiency patterns or enforcement actions appear in available records.

St. Rita’s Family Medicine at Shawnee is approximately 0.3 miles from the facility. St. Rita’s Medical Center is approximately 3.1 miles away and Lima Memorial Health System approximately 3.9 miles, placing Burton’s Ridge among the more hospital-proximate communities. Lima supports a range of outpatient services, dining, and parks accessible to residents and families.

Burton’s Ridge is suited for Allen County seniors seeking a three-program continuum from independent living through memory support in an established community. Families should ask about occupancy status, current Medicaid acceptance, staffing ratios, and the specific scope of on-site hospice services before placement.

Browning Masonic Community is a 73-bed residential care facility administrated by The Ohio Masonic Communities at 8883 Browning Drive in Waterville, Ohio 43566, in Lucas County. Licensed as a Residential Care Facility, the community is owned by The Ohio Masonic Communities, a nonprofit organization operating three senior living campuses, a resource center, and a foundation across Ohio. Browning Masonic Community earned the 2026 Pinnacle Customer Experience Award. The facility sits on 450 acres along the Maumee River, three miles from Waterville’s downtown.

Browning Masonic Community offers three confirmed care programs: independent living, assisted living, and memory support. The memory support neighborhood is named Pathways with programming called Connecting Realities. Independent living options include Water’s Edge Villas overlooking a private lake, villa homes, and loft apartments. Residents hold complimentary White Pines Golf Course membership. Minimum age for residency is 55. The facility accepts Medicaid. Pets are welcome. No entrance fees are charged.

Four amenities are confirmed: fitness center, walking paths, on- and off-campus events, and community attractions. Outdoor exercise equipment is available by the lake. Nearby destinations include the Toledo Zoo, Toledo Art Museum, and Toledo Mud Hens baseball.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on May 7, 2025, and found zero citations against a statewide average of 2. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0 with zero severe citations on file.

Browning Masonic Community is suited for Lucas County seniors aged 55 and older seeking a nonprofit Masonic-affiliated community with a full continuum from independent living through memory support, no entrance fees, and zero-citation compliance.

Antonine Village is a 55-bed licensed Residential Care Facility at 2675 North Lipkey Road in North Jackson, Ohio, in Mahoning County, owned and operated by the Antonine Sisters, a congregation of the Maronite Catholic Church, an Eastern Catholic Church in full communion with the Holy See of Rome. The Sisters established elder care services in North Jackson beginning in January 1991; the current facility was built new in 2014. Care is extended to all persons regardless of religion, race, or background.

Four care programs are confirmed: assisted living, memory care, adult day care, and respite care. Short-term rehabilitation and transportation services are available. A therapy room is on-site, and physician visits are conducted at the facility. Staffing operates 24 hours. Seven confirmed amenities include 24-hour nursing care, three dining rooms, two activity rooms, outdoor courtyards, housekeeping and laundry services, spiritual life services, and a beauty salon. An on-site chapel supports daily Mass and rosary, pastoral care, and Bible study. Rooms are private or semi-private with showers and kitchenettes. Activities include crafts, painting, bingo, games, and community outings.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on July 23, 2025, and found zero citations. Ohio’s statewide average is two citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on file. The campus adjoins the Antonine Sisters Adult Day Care and sits near the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, placing the facility in a setting of particular significance to the Maronite Catholic community.

Antonine Village is suited for Mahoning County seniors seeking faith-informed assisted living or memory care with a multi-program structure and zero-citation inspection history.

Amherst Meadows Care Center is a 44-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated at 1610 First Street NE in Massillon, Ohio 44646, within Stark County. Independently owned as a for-profit corporation and operated since 1991, the facility holds CMS certification for skilled nursing care and a 5 out of 5 overall rating from US News, with short-term rehabilitation designated High Performing. Medicaid and Medicare are accepted. The facility operates 24-hour admissions without scheduled intake windows.

The named programs inventory includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, memory care, respite care, on-site psychiatric care, stroke recovery care, hospice and palliative care, therapeutic recreation, and nutrition services. On-site psychiatric care and the named stroke recovery program are not uniformly present at comparable residential care facilities in this collection. Nutrition services include a specialist on-site with diabetic and specialty dietary accommodations. Rehabilitation suites are configured as hotel-like environments suited to short-stay residents.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on August 26, 2025, and identified 1 citation against a statewide average of 2. Per-inspection citation rates from prior cycles are 0.0 with zero severe citations on file. Nine confirmed amenities include hotel-style private suites, cable television and telephone, outdoor garden, fine dining, inviting lounges, laundry and housekeeping, religious services, and a beauty salon. A chapel with chaplain services, a library, and a social hall are referenced in third-party documentation.

Amherst Meadows Care Center is suited for Stark County seniors and short-stay patients seeking a CMS-certified 5-star skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Families should ask about the scope of on-site psychiatric services, stroke recovery program protocols, specialty dietary accommodations, and 24-hour admissions procedures before placement.

Alpine House of Maple Heights is a 95-bed Residential Care Facility administrated by Dr. Joe Wells at 5500 Northfield Road in Maple Heights, Ohio 44137, in Cuyahoga County. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging, the facility is operated by Alpine House, Inc., a multi-community operator, with Director of Nursing Alexus Williams. Alpine House of Maple Heights is certified to accept ALF Waiver clients and offers assisted living and memory care.

Memory care programming includes three staff-supervised activities daily, onsite counseling access, and dedicated wake-up and night ADL services. The facility provides large private suites with private baths, ADA-compliant fixtures, in-unit microwave and mini-refrigerator, on-site salon, Jacuzzi room, game room, therapy and exercise room, resident internet café, telehealth kiosk, coded entry, and 24-hour video monitoring. Three call light stations are installed per suite. Three meals daily plus around-the-clock snacks are included.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent documented inspection on July 10, 2024, and found 3 citations. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the comparative record. Families should confirm whether a more current inspection has been completed, as the July 2024 date approaches a year old. The facility is positioned by its operator as priced below most area competitors.

Alpine House of Maple Heights is suited for Cuyahoga County seniors seeking assisted living or memory care with ALF Waiver eligibility and multi-community operator support. Families should verify current occupancy, confirm inspection status, and ask directly about Medicaid acceptance and pet policies before placement.

Abbington of Pickerington is a 48-bed licensed Residential Care Facility administrated by Artisha Algee at 9480 Blacklick-Eastern Road in Pickerington, Ohio 43147, in Fairfield County. The facility is one of five Ohio communities operated by Abbington Assisted Living Communities, founded in the mid-1990s and managed by Abbington Management Corp of Dublin, Ohio. Each Abbington location operates as an independent business entity under a shared board chaired by John Haemmerle, with J. Michael Haemmerle serving as President. The Director of Nursing is Shaena Harris. Abbington of Pickerington received the A Place for Mom Best Meals and Dining award.

The facility occupies a single-story building on 5 wooded acres between Pickerington and Reynoldsburg. Assisted living is the confirmed care program. All-inclusive rates are offered. Pets are permitted. Suite amenities include kitchenettes, private bathrooms with wheelchair-accessible showers, individual thermostats, and emergency response systems in each suite and bathroom. Fire alarm, smoke detector, and automatic sprinkler protection are provided per suite. Licensed nurses and a nurse practitioner are on staff. Home health partners provide physical, occupational, and speech therapies on-site. Staffing operates 24 hours. Three meals and snacks daily are included.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on September 10, 2025, and found 5 citations. The Ohio statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. Zero severe citations appear in the record. The result is above the state average.

Diley Ridge Medical Center is approximately 5.8 miles from the facility. The Haemmerle family ownership structure, the 5-acre wooded single-story campus, the Best Meals and Dining award, the all-inclusive rate model, and the 5-citation inspection result distinguish this Fairfield County community.

Abbington of Pickerington is suited for individuals seeking assisted living in a single-story, all-inclusive community in Pickerington. Families should ask about the specific circumstances of the five citations, corrective actions taken, and detailed meal menus before placement.