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Francesca Residence
Independent Living & Assisted Living · Akron, OH
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Francesca Residence

Independent Living & Assisted Living · Akron, OH
39 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Francesca Residence

Francesca Residence is an assisted living community in Akron, Ohio, designed to provide residents with a tranquil and picturesque environment. This assisted living community offers its residents a range of options, ensuring their lifestyle quality is perfected.

The residents can enjoy various social activities that cater to their old and new interests.  The Francesca Residence offers easy access to Akron’s dining, entertainment, parks, and essential establishments, making it simple for locals to acquire additional services. Additionally, senior residents are encouraged to personalize and decorate their suites with their favorite furnishings from home, making it a comfortable and familiar space.

Facility Direct Line (330) 867-4960
Facility Direct Line (330) 867-4960 info@francescaresidence.org
Walk Score
Walk Score: 79 / 100 Rank #29 / 705Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 29th out of 705 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Ohio that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSafe environment surrounded by beautiful flowers and plants.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age50

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining Room
Beauty Salon
Chapel
Landscaped Grounds
Specific ProgramsReligious services, Volunteer programs
Religious Servicesdaily Holy Mass and rosary offered
Volunteer Program
Touring Hours9 am - 4 pm (Mon-Fri)

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDelicious, wholesome meals in a comfortable dining area including breakfast, noontime, and supper.

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 2.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Akron's city center to Francesca Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Akron (Highland Square)
79
Facility 79
OH AVG 78
Rank #150 / 323
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65
Facility 65
OH AVG 40
Rank #107 / 705
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87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
4
Facility 4
OH AVG 2
Rank #106 / 142
The Village of St. Edward at Green
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AL
MC
Akron (Fortuna Drive)
76
Facility 76
OH AVG 78
Rank #158 / 323
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30
Facility 30
OH AVG 40
Rank #446 / 705
1 Bed / 2 Bed-
87
Facility 87
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #64 / 193
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Francesca Residence
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Akron (Highland Square)-No
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Facility 79
OH AVG 40
Rank #29 / 705
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Brookdale Bath
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Akron (Fairlawn)-No
54
Facility 54
OH AVG 40
Rank #209 / 705
Private Rooms / Semi-Private RoomsA+--
Brookdale Montrose
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AL
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Akron (Fairlawn)-Yes
65
Facility 65
OH AVG 40
Rank #107 / 705
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+
81
Facility 81
OH AVG 85.8
Rank #165 / 193
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Ohio

Francesca Residence is located in Akron, Ohio.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Ohio.

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PASSPORT Waiver

Ohio Medicaid PASSPORT

Age 60+
General 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).
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Administered through regional agencies; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Ohio Home Care Program (non-Medicaid)

OH HCP

Age 60+
General Ohio resident, at risk of decline.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
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Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

Ohio Assisted Living Waiver

Age 21+ (65+ prioritized)
General OH resident, Medicaid-eligible, NFLOC.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (individual); QIT required.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Covers ~300 facilities; room/board not included (separate cost).

Benefits
Personal care Meals Medication management Transportation (~$3,000-$4,000/month value)

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

Ohio PACE (e.g., McGregor PACE)

Age 55+
General 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.
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Available in 9 counties (e.g., Cuyahoga, Franklin); expanding via Healthy Aging Grants.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Respite Therapies

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Ohio Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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).
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Three tiers; includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Ohio HEAP

Age 60+ prioritized
General OH resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month individual, 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed; income-focused.
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Covers gas, electric, oil; emergency aid via Winter/Summer Crisis Programs.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Emergency aid ($500 max)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Ohio Family Caregiver Support Program

Age —
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.
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12 AAAs; rural/low-income priority; volunteer respite option.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

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

Ohio VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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
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High veteran demand; supports care in multiple settings.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Homestead Exemption

Ohio Homestead Exemption

Age 65+ (or disabled)
General OH resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$38,500/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not assessed; home ownership required.
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Reduces taxable value by $25,000; applies to primary residence.

Benefits
Tax reduction (~$400-$800/year avg., varies by county)

Save the Dream Ohio (Homeowner Assistance Fund)

Ohio Save the Dream

Age 60+ prioritized
General 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.
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Covers delinquent mortgages, utilities, taxes; max $25,000 mortgage aid.

Benefits
Mortgage aid ($25,000 max) Utility/property tax aid ($5,000 avg.)

Frequently Asked Questions about Francesca Residence

What neighborhood is Francesca Residence in?

Francesca Residence is in the Highland Square neighborhood.

Is Francesca Residence in a walkable area?

Francesca Residence has a walk score of 79. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are there photos of Francesca Residence?

Yes — there are 9 photos of Francesca Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Francesca Residence?

Francesca Residence is located at 39 N Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303.

What is the phone number of Francesca Residence?

(330) 867-4960 will put you in contact with the team at Francesca Residence.

Does Francesca Residence provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Francesca Residence is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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