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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Altoona, OH
If your loved one needs memory care in Altoona, A Place for Mom can help. With 46 memory care facilities in Altoona, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Altoona incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Altoona memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Altoona, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Jackson, Pattonsville and Peniel.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Jackson, Pattonsville and Peniel.
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The staff was amazing. They worked with us through some difficult issues and were professional and understanding. They were very nice.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Carroll Place assisted living is located in the small community of Carroll, Ohio. We are one mile north of Fairfield County airport and four miles southeast of Greenfield Lake. We provide individualized care in an elegant but home like environment. Our beautifully landscaped property is ideal...
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I would definitely recommend Reflections Retirement Community to others. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move in process was easy. They answer any questions that you have about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The one thing that really made a difference at The Ridge at Lancaster is that they hire their own medical staff. They don't use an agency. With my mother's dementia, that made a huge difference because she...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Brookdale Lancaster is a senior living community offering assisted living services in the vibrant town of Lancaster, Ohio. A wonderful place to call home, Lancaster offers excellent educational opportunities as well as numerous art and music festivals. From our excellent furnishings to our...
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Second Independent Living campus I’ve lived and I could not be happier. [Name removed], [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and the entire staff are EXCEPTIONAL. The residents are so kind,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They were so helpful throughout the process of getting her moved in and then when she fell ill so suddenly. I knew when we first walked in that it was the right place 2 cleanliness 5. Sometimes a place has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Facility is bright and cheery. Staff go above and beyond. My Mom receives attentive care and she loves living there. She says she feels very safe knowing that someone will help her immediately if...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Opened in 1997, River Bend House is the premier Assisted Living community in Wheelersburg, Ohio. Set among the schools of the local neighborhood, River Bend House offers residents a caring atmosphere, an active community, and a comfortable life. We would love for you to visit us with your family...
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My Father-in-law is here and we couldn’t be happier and we feel extremely blessed to have found Morning Pointe. I can’t say enough about them. The people are so kind and caring and the place is always clean....
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located adjacent to Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital and just six miles from downtown Ashland, Morning Pointe Ridge is a state-of-the-art senior living community offering 42 spacious apartments with multiple floor plan choices. The facility also offers another 16 apartments in The...
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They give my loved one good care, but I feel like they're short-staffed. Because of that, it can take a long time for someone to buzz you in and out of the building. Overall the staff are good, other than...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Carriage Court is a community of close friends. In fact, we feel so close to the residents that we consider them to be our second family. After all, a home should be a place where people care about their neighbors and enjoy each other's company. That's why our caregivers do...
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Very patient centered and individualized care for each person. Update family regularly. Great community atmosphere with the feel of home.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock resident...
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On hands care is great. Mom has lost her rings and her checkbook, which is troublesome. Nursing care is good. The CNP is not timely with visits. Food is OK, Mom won't go to the dining room. Mom is very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bristol Village is an Active Senior living community in the beautiful Waverly, Pike County, Ohio that is only a short drive away from Cincinnati and Columbus. The community also enjoys proximity to museums, a golf club, and heritage centers. Our grounds in the middle of the Midwest are expertly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock resident...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
National Church Residences of ChillicotheNational Church Residences of Chillicothe is an assisted living community nestled in the beautiful residential community of Chillicothe, Ohio. Our affordable, but high quality assisted living community encourages you to live a healthy, happy life. We’re...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mom loves it there. She has no complaints. They are so good to her, and the food is good. I am so blessed that we found the right place for her. She loves it. There are all kinds of things to do. They are...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Liberty Village Assisted Living began operations in 1990. This single-story community consists of 40 residential units. Liberty Village boasts abundant common area amenities, a beautiful interior courtyard as well as walking areas. The community is located just west of Chillicothe on Route 50...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Altoona, OH
The average cost of senior living in Altoona is $3,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waverly, OH with an average of $3,435 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altoona, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Altoona, OH vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Altoona
Recent reviews for memory care in Altoona
The Wyngate at Circleville
4.9
Second Independent Living campus I’ve lived and I could not be happier. [Name removed], [name removed], [name removed], [name removed] and the entire staff are EXCEPTIONAL. The residents are so kind, friendly and active. The daily activities planned here are unlike anything I’ve experienced ...
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Wyngate at Rivers Edge in Proctorville, OH
5.0
Things have gone very well so far at Wyngate at Rivers Edge, it is a very nice place! The staff here is caring and professional, and they have a lot to offer the residents. They offer many different levels of care, from assisted living to high end memory care, and they have a doctor that lives ...
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Reflections Retirement Community in Lancaster, OH
5.0
I would definitely recommend them. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move was easy. They answer any questions you have about your family member.
Altoona review score based on 35 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 38 Altoona memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Altoona review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Altoona review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Altoona memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 35 reviews of 38 Altoona memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Altoona resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Altoona, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
4.0
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Value for cost*
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Altoona memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Altoona memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Altoona, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Altoona memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Altoona that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
31.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.8%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
31.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.6%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.8%
73.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Altoona memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Altoona Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
26.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.9%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Altoona memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Altoona partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Altoona, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Altoona memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Altoona communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Altoona memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Altoona offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
13.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
23.7%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
13.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carroll Place, Reflections Retirement Community and The Ridge at Lancaster are the top-rated memory care facilities near Altoona, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 46 memory care facilities near Altoona, Ohio. See the full list.
The 46 memory care facilities near you in Altoona, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Altoona, Ohio, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Altoona, Ohio, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Altoona, Ohio ranges from $800 to $7878. The average Memory Care cost in Altoona, Ohio is $3,650. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Altoona, Ohio typically starts at $800. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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