The Kenwood by Senior Star
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cincinnati, OH

The Kenwood by Senior Star

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cincinnati, OH

Overview of The Kenwood by Senior Star

A community that strives to make its residents comfortable, The Kenwood by Senior Star offers the best balance of urban living and assistance with everyday living.  Offering a range of opportunities tailor-fit for its residents, seniors can indeed feel inspired to create a better life with the continuum of care being provided. The Kenwood is an elegant senior living home that aims to enhance and enrich the lives of its residents.

As an independent living, they assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitation, and long-term care. Their engaging activities and programs, to name a few, are the recreational activities, fitness activities, and entertainment programs available for residents to participate in at the library, media room, or social areas.

(513) 914-0436

Types of Care at The Kenwood by Senior Star

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care
Walk Score
Walk Score: 26 / 100 Rank #490 / 706Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 490th out of 706 homes in Ohio. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Ohio SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Facility
StatusActive
CountyHamilton

Policies

Pets Allowed
Smoking Allowed
Alcohol Allowed

Contact Information

Fax(513) 561-1933

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Inspection History

In Ohio, the Department of Health, Bureau of Survey and Certification conducts unannounced onsite inspections to evaluate the quality of care and environment in all licensed facilities.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Ohio state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. OH average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Ohio average:
• Total citations (50% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection April 22, 2025

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityOH Averagevs. OH Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 32 This facility has 50% more total citations than a typical Ohio assisted living residence (3 vs. OH avg 2).↑ 50% worse

Resident satisfaction survey results

Every two years, the Ohio Department of Aging and the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman organizations conduct a satisfaction survey among residents in long-term care facilities to assess their quality of care and life.

Average score

86 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

2022 – 2023 Period

Care and services

91 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Environment

96 / 100

Ohio average: 95 / 100

Moving in

81 / 100

Ohio average: 82 / 100

Facility culture

83 / 100

Ohio average: 86 / 100

Caregivers

89 / 100

Ohio average: 89 / 100

Spending time

78 / 100

Ohio average: 80 / 100

Meals and dining

81 / 100

Ohio average: 81 / 100

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 381 - 565 / 696 - 845 / 1,120 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Dining Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Swimming Pool

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Kenwood by Senior Star

The Kenwood By Senior Star 1 Bed B
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The Kenwood By Senior Star Studio B
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Address 12.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cincinnati's city center to The Kenwood by Senior Star's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.81 miles to nearest hospital (Summit Behavioral Healthcare)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Ohio

The Kenwood by Senior Star is located in Cincinnati, 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).
OH

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
OH

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).
OH

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.
OH

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).
OH

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.
OH

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.
OH

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.
OH

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

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

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The Kenwood by Senior Star
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Kenwood by Senior Star

What neighborhood is The Kenwood by Senior Star in?

The Kenwood by Senior Star is in the Madisonville neighborhood of Cincinnati.

Is The Kenwood by Senior Star in a walkable area?

The Kenwood by Senior Star has a walk score of 26. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for The Kenwood by Senior Star?

The team at The Kenwood by Senior Star can be reached at [email protected].

Has The Kenwood by Senior Star had any recent deficiencies or citations?

The Kenwood by Senior Star has had 3 recently reported deficiencies.

What is the address of The Kenwood by Senior Star?

The Kenwood by Senior Star is located at 5435 Kenwood Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227, United States.

What is the phone number of The Kenwood by Senior Star?

(513) 914-0436 will put you in contact with the team at The Kenwood by Senior Star.

What county is The Kenwood by Senior Star located in?

The Kenwood by Senior Star is in Hamilton County.

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