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If your loved one needs memory care in Central College, A Place for Mom can help. With 49 memory care facilities in Central College, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Central College incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Central College memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Central College, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Dad and Mom moved into Worthington Christian Village from their long-time home in Worthington. WCV quickly became their new home. They had a spacious two room third floor apartment with a kitchen so Dad...
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.
Known since 1985 for its commitment to a caring, high-quality living environment providing comfort and security for senior adults, Worthington Christian Village is more than just a place to live. The warm, friendly atmosphere and caring residents, volunteers, and staff help a person to feel at...
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My mother has been living at the Inn at Bear Trail for nearly two years since my stepfather passed away, and I couldn't be more grateful for the care she has received. The food is excellent, she has made...
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.
At The Inn at Bear Trail we are committed to delivering the best in senior assisted living. With a caring, professional and friendly team, our goal is to ensure that each resident receives the utmost in personalized care and services. Choice, community, excellence and a homelike atmosphere all...
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I would say that, when compared to other facilities, it is above average, but that it is not without its challenges-- frequent turnover of director, employees, etc.; short handed with regard to staff; rise...
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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My father was well cared for in the Covid unit at Whetstone and the family was treated with kindness and respect. We were kept updated on his condition and he was kept as comfortable as possible. We were...
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.
    Conveniently located across the street from Riverside Hospital and the McConnell Heart Health Center, Whetstone Gardens & Care Center provides a full continuum of care including transitional care between the hospital and home, long-term nursing care and assisted living...
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I found The Village to be extremely helpful in transitioning my Dad from his home... especially related to informing me how to go about applying and receiving his Aid and Attendance benefits from the VA. We...
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.
A most distinguished senior living community Welcome to The Village, a distinctive and gracious senior living residence. We are nestled in the charming community of Westerville on the northeast outskirts of Columbus, Ohio. This historic village features a beautifully restored “uptown,” many...
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Columbus Alzheimer's Care Center displayed compassionate dedication to my mother's happiness, safety, and comfort during the final two years of her life. Everyone who works there is full of empathy, passion,...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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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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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.
Alpine House is dedicated to the health, dignity, and comfort of each of our potential 16 residents providing … ~Private room & bath~3 home-cooked diet friendly meals~Social activities~Laundry & Housekeeping~Monitored Meds & Showers~All our services for 1 reasonable monthly price (no...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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My husband is doing very well here, he has settled into his apt and the staff has been very friendly and helpful. My husband likes going to the dining room and they have a nice menu for him to choose from...
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.
Abbington of Arlington began operations in July of 1998. This single-story community consists of 44 residential units, abundant common area amenities, beautiful interior courtyard as well as walking paths. Abbington of Arlington is located in the Northwest Columbus/Upper Arlington area on Old...
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.
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Crown Point has been a blessing for mom and our family. The staff here are professional, caring and they care for mom as if she was their own. I saw the comment about house keeping, there is a dedicated...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Crown Pointe is a 100 bed Nursing facility located just outside Upper Arlington. Private Rehabilitation suites available at no extra cost. Crown Pointe is a Person Centered Care facility with a home like enviroment.

Cost of memory care in Central College, OH

The average cost of senior living in Central College is $4,697 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pickerington, OH with an average of $4,545 per month.

Memory care costs in Central College, OH, vs. nearby cities

Central College, OH
$4,697/mo

Memory care costs in Central College, OH, vs. state and national averages

Central College, OH
$4,697/mo
$4,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Central College, OH, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$4,697/mo

Memory care costs in Central College, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,464/mo
Studio
$5,013/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,827/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,774/mo

Senior living costs in Central College vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Central College, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCentral College, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$4,697/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,939/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,133/mo$3,739/mo$4,017/mo
Memory Care
Central College, OH:$4,697/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Central College, OH:$4,939/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Central College, OH:$3,133/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Memory care costs in Central College, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Central College and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Central College, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Central College have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Central College, OH$6,905/mo$5,443/mo+26.9%
Ohio$6,268/mo$5,962/mo+5.1%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Central College, OH
2024 average cost:$6,905/mo
2023 average cost:$5,443/mo
Percent change:+26.9%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$6,268/mo
2023 average cost:$5,962/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Central College

Recent reviews for memory care in Central College

Capital City Hospice in Columbus, OH

5.0
We were very fortunate that The Inn was able to arrange for my dad's hospice care with Capital City Hospice while he was there. They were so very helpful and kind and they helped my mother and myself as well as my dad. I would definitely recommend them

Hilliard Assisted Living and Memory Care

3.9
There has been a complete turnover of management in the past month. There is a new management team that is coming on board. I am very hopeful there will be some changes. The housekeeping in the residents rooms needs a lot of attention. The food is fine, but they said the residents would order ...
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The Inn at Bear Trail in Lewis Center, OH

4.7
We chose The Inn at Bear Trail because it is a newer, beautiful facility. It is like a mountain lodge and my dad loved that type of atmosphere. The location was also good for our family. His room size was pretty good and they did a good job of keeping it cleaned up. The staff were not as good ...
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Central College review score based on 318 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 318 reviews of 42 Central College memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Central College 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

Central College review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Central College, OH42 facilities
8.7
Westerville, OH51 facilities
8.5
Minerva Park, OH70 facilities

Review subcategories for Central College 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 318 reviews of 42 Central College memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Central College 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
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Central College memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Central College memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Central College, 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 Central College 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 Central College 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
73.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
74%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Central College 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 Central College Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Central College, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.2%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Central College 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 Central College partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Central College, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.1%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Central College 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 Central College communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Central College 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 Central College offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Central College, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.8%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.6%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
59.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
31%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.4%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Central College

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Central College protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Westerville Senior Living, The Bristol and StoryPoint Gahanna are the top-rated memory care facilities near Central College, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 49 memory care facilities near Central College, Ohio. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Central College, Ohio are Middleton Senior Living, StoryPoint Gahanna and Danbury of Columbus. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 49 memory care facilities near you in Central College, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Central College, 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 Central College, 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 Central College, Ohio ranges from $109 to $9570. The average Memory Care cost in Central College, Ohio is $4,697. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Central College, Ohio typically starts at $109. 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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