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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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Heritage Pointe | Nursing Home in Ohio

Overview of Heritage Pointe

Heritage Pointe is a 58-bed residential care facility administrated by Kelly Clarke at 3304 Rhodes Avenue in New Boston, Ohio 45662, in Scioto County. Licensed by the Ohio Department of Aging to provide assisted living services under the Assisted Living Program and operated by Heritage Legacy Health Services doing business as Heritage Pointe Assisted Living, the facility permits pets.

Three care programs are confirmed: assisted living, memory care, and respite and recovery stays. The monthly rate is all-inclusive with one rate covering all care regardless of level, without tiered pricing or points-based add-ons. Adjoining rooms are available for married couples. Medication management occurs under RN and LPN oversight. Five amenities are confirmed: outdoor courtyard, snack bar and coffee shop, exercise facilities, library, and salon and barber shop. Activities include happy hours, cookouts, and family events. Three meals daily and 24-hour support are included in the monthly rate.

The Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification, conducted its most recent inspection on July 31, 2025, and found zero citations. The statewide average is 2 citations per inspection. The per-inspection citation rate is 0.0, with zero severe citations on record. Nurse hours per resident per day are 4.88, 38 percent above the state average. Occupancy is reported at 44.7 percent, 43 percent below the state average.

Heritage Pointe is suited for seniors in Scioto County seeking assisted living or memory care with an all-inclusive monthly rate and high nurse staffing. Families should ask about current census and bed availability given the occupancy rate relative to licensed capacity.

(740) 456-8245

58-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

About this community

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility

StatusActive

CountyScioto

Wheelchair Accessible

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Short-Term Rehab

24-Hour Staffing

Email [email protected]

Fax(740) 456-5164

Pets Allowed

Outdoor Courtyard

Snack Bar & Coffee Shop

Exercise Facilities

Library

Salon/Barber Shop

ActivitiesActivities and events are scheduled regularly, including happy hours, cookouts, and family events.

Specific ProgramsRespite & Recovery Stays, Community Amenities & Lifestyle, Activities & Events, Gallery, Virtual Tour, Reviews & Testimonials, FAQ, Sample Menu

Food DescriptionMonthly rate includes three meals a day and 24-hour support.

Meals IncludedYes

Latest inspection

Date July 31, 2025

0 total citations

Citations indicate regulatory violations. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Ohio average: 2 citations

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

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Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc.		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Aurora	43	89.7%	+14%	3.78				+9%	+7%	7	1.8	1	91	-	Norton Bros. Holding Company	$20.2M	$7.2M	35.7%	365072
Heritage Pointe		NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	New Boston	58	44.7%	-43%	4.88				-	+38%	0	0.0	0	81	-	-	$17.1M	$6.9M	40.5%	155705
Abbington of Pickerington Partners	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Pickerington	48	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Alpine House of Maple Heights	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Maple Heights	95	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
Amherst Meadows Care Center	-	NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.	Ne Massillon	44	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	0	0.0	0	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

Anna Maria of Aurora, Inc.

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Aurora

Bed Count: 43

Occupancy: 89.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: +14%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 3.8

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

+9%

Staffing vs State Avg: +7%

Citations: 7

Citations per Inspection: 1.8

Severe Citations: 1

Avg Residents/Day: 91.00

Operator: Norton Bros. Holding Company

Home Revenue: $20,187,020.00

Payroll Costs: $7,208,959.00

Payroll %: 35.7%

CCN: 365072

Heritage Pointe

Overall Rating:

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: New Boston

Bed Count: 58

Occupancy: 44.7%

Occupancy vs State Avg: -43%

Nurse hrs per resident/day: 4.9

Health Insp Rating:

Staffing Rating:

QM Rating:

Staffing vs State Avg: +38%

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Avg Residents/Day: 80.50

Home Revenue: $17,052,190.00

Payroll Costs: $6,908,169.00

Payroll %: 40.5%

CCN: 155705

Abbington of Pickerington Partners

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Pickerington

Bed Count: 48

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Alpine House of Maple Heights

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Maple Heights

Bed Count: 95

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

Amherst Meadows Care Center

Type of care: NH AL

Community:Location: Ne Massillon

Bed Count: 44

Citations per Inspection: 0.0

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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).

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

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).

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.

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).

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.

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.

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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Ohio SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, OH resident.

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

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

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

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.

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.

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

Benefits

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

188.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from NEW BOSTON's city center to Heritage Pointe's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Heritage Pointe

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Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

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Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

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Heritage Pointe

Nursing Home in Ohio

Nursing Home in Ohio

Overview of Heritage Pointe

About this community

License Details

Safety & Compliance

Therapy & Rehabilitation

Staffing & Medical

Contact Information

Additional Policies & Features

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining & Nutrition

Contact Heritage Pointe

Inspection History

Latest inspection

0 total citations

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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)

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