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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.

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Nursing Home in Fairfield

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Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

3801 Woodridge Blvd, Fairfield, OH 45014 View map

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Overview of Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield is a nursing home in Fairfield, OH, offering assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. With its supportive and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. 24-hour care, dietitian-approved meals, and social services are among the excellent services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Through person-centered care, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and habits to ensure they recover with ease and live to their potential.

Live entertainment, games, and exercises encourage residents to live actively and make friends. Well-lit living areas and lively gathering spaces are also available, so residents can live comfortably and safely. Set in the tree-lined neighborhood of Fairfield, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in Ohio, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

(513) 874-9933

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating

2/5

Ohio average: 3.2/5

Health Inspection

1/5

Ohio average: 2.8/5

Staffing

2/5

Ohio average: 2.4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Ohio average: 4.4/5

Nursing care per resident

3h 15m per day

This home provides 8% less nursing time per resident than the Ohio average.

Ohio average: 3h 32m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 99

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

57.3%

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

70% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Medicaid

11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$10.2M

Operating loss

-$814.3K

Privately-owned community Operated by a partnership between two or more business owners.

Home revenue

$10.2M

Operating loss

-$814.3K

Payroll costs

$4.8M

47.4% of revenue

Other operating costs

$6.2M

Total costs $11.0M

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4 facilities compared · CMS & OH Dept. of Health data · Updated Apr 2026

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Parkside

Fairfield

73.7%

-6%

3.10

-12%

0.0

$35.3M

$10.3M

29.2%

366229

Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

Fairfield

57.3%

-27%

3.26

-8%

5.3

$9.8M

$4.8M

48.9%

365738

Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield Assisted Living

Fairfield

57.3%

-27%

3.26

-8%

5.3

$9.8M

$4.8M

48.9%

365738

Majestic Care of Fairfield

Fairfield

75.6%

-4%

2.96

-16%

0.0

140

Barrows, Kimberly

$18.2M

$6.8M

37.3%

365396

Private Rooms

Parkside

Overall Rating:

Type of care: HC NH

Community: Fairfield

Occupancy: 73.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -6%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.1

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: -12%

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 57

Home Revenue: $35,275,373.00

Payroll Costs: $10,317,069.00

Payroll %: 29.2%

CCN: 366229

Bed Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL MC NH RC

Community: Fairfield

Occupancy: 57.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -27%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+99%

Staffing vs State Avg: -8%

Number of Fines: 4

Citations: 58

Citations per Inspection: 5.3

Severe Citations: 2

Avg Residents/Day: 62

Home Revenue: $9,842,116.00

Payroll Costs: $4,815,288.00

Payroll %: 48.9%

CCN: 365738

Bed Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield Assisted Living

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community: Fairfield

Bed Count: 99

Occupancy: 57.3%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -27%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.3

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+99%

Staffing vs State Avg: -8%

Number of Fines: 4

Citations: 58

Citations per Inspection: 5.3

Severe Citations: 2

Avg Residents/Day: 61.90

Home Revenue: $9,842,116.00

Payroll Costs: $4,815,288.00

Payroll %: 48.9%

CCN: 365738

Majestic Care of Fairfield

Overall Rating:

Type of care: AL HC IL NH

Community: Fairfield

Occupancy: 75.6%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -4%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.0

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: -16%

Number of Fines: 1

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 140

Operator: Barrows, Kimberly

Home Revenue: $18,213,990.00

Payroll Costs: $6,792,657.00

Payroll %: 37.3%

CCN: 365396

Bed Options: Private Rooms

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

General: Age 60+, Ohio resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

OH Specifics: Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

General: Age 60+, Ohio resident, at risk of decline.

Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).

Asset Limits: $5,000 (individual).

OH Specifics: Limited funding; regional variation.

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

General: Age 21+ (65+ prioritized), OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

OH Specifics: Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

General: Age 55+, OH resident (specific counties), NFLOC, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) for Medicaid enrollees.

OH Specifics: Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, OH resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

OH Specifics: Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

General: Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, low-income household.

Income Limits (2025): ~$3,970/month (individual, 185% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; income-focused.

OH Specifics: Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

General: Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; OH resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025): Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits: Not assessed; need-based.

OH Specifics: 12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, OH resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

OH Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, OH resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).

OH Specifics: High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

General: Age 65+ (or disabled), OH resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025): ~$38,500/year (individual, adjusted annually).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; home ownership required.

OH Specifics: Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

General: Age 60+ prioritized, OH resident, homeowner, hardship post-Jan 21, 2020.

Income Limits (2025): ~$147,600/year (family of 4, 150% AMI; varies by county).

Asset Limits: Not assessed; hardship-focused.

OH Specifics: Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Nursing Home in Fairfield

Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

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Buckeye Forest at Fairfield

Quality ratings

Nursing care per resident

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

This home usually has availability

Who this home usually serves

Primarily short stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Finances and operations

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Financial Aid for Ohio Seniors

PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Homestead Exemption

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

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