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If your loved one needs memory care in Decatur, A Place for Mom can help. With 90 memory care facilities in Decatur, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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I would move my mom into Meadowbrook again if I had to. It is very conveniently located to the hospital which is nice. Whenever we called them they were quick to answer and I think she got good, personalized...
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.
Meadowbrook Care Center is a 156 bed skilled and intermediate 24 hour nursing facility. Meadowbrook has been serving the Northeast Cincinnati area for over 25 years, and is recognized as a progressive, compassionate community partner. Conveniently located in the desirable neighborhood of...
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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
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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: Memory Care
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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My parents were very well cared for. I think they need to give more to the staff so they can keep the great care to the patients. I realize Your employees are as important as your patients. Your...
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.
Brookwood Retirement Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Brookwood offers Independent and Assisted Living Apartments, short term skilled nursing, and long term care all within the same facility. Brookwood's apartments are duel certified, meaning they are all both Independent and...
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Cost of memory care in Decatur, OH

The average cost of senior living in Decatur is $4,822 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peebles, OH with an average of $3,078 per month.

Memory care costs in Decatur, OH, vs. nearby cities

Decatur, OH
$4,822/mo

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

Decatur, OH
$4,822/mo
$4,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,822/mo

Memory care costs in Decatur, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,567/mo
Studio
$5,049/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,216/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,653/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,832/mo

Senior living costs in Decatur 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: Decatur, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDecatur, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$4,822/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,048/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,561/mo$3,739/mo$4,017/mo
Memory Care
Decatur, OH:$4,822/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Decatur, OH:$5,048/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Decatur, OH:$3,561/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Memory care costs in Decatur, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Decatur 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 Decatur, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Decatur 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Decatur, OH$6,193/mo$5,783/mo+7.1%
Ohio$6,268/mo$5,962/mo+5.1%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Decatur, OH
2024 average cost:$6,193/mo
2023 average cost:$5,783/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$6,268/mo
2023 average cost:$5,962/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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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 Decatur

Recent reviews for memory care in Decatur

Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH

4.3
This is a clean, attractive community, and the staff are very personable. They get to know the residents well. The staff communication with the family is good, and the owner is very open to answer our questions directly. There are three meals a day served to the residents. My loved one ...
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Pinebrook in Milford, OH

4.8
I have been impressed with their care. It always smells good when I go there. Staff is good at communicating with us. I like the layout, it is in a giant circle so they can’t get lost. It is all on one level. My dad is in a companion suite but he does not have a roommate. When it is not under ...
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The Victorian at Riverside in Covington, KY

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Victorian at Riverside and the experience was great! We liked this facility very much. I would recommend The Victorian at Riverside to others.

Decatur review score based on 329 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 329 reviews of 81 Decatur memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Decatur 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

Decatur review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Decatur, OH81 facilities
8.0
Russellville, OH126 facilities
8.5
West Union, OH55 facilities

Review subcategories for Decatur 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 329 reviews of 81 Decatur memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Decatur 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.
Decatur, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Decatur memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Decatur memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Decatur, 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 Decatur 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 Decatur that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Decatur, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.1%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.3%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.4%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Decatur 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 Decatur Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Decatur, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.1%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.3%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Decatur 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 Decatur partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Decatur, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Decatur 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 Decatur communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Decatur, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.4%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
49.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Decatur 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 Decatur offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Decatur, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.2%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.9%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.4%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.9%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.1%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Decatur

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 Decatur protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Kenwood, Ohio Living Cape May and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Anderson are the top-rated memory care facilities near Decatur, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 90 memory care facilities near Decatur, Ohio. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Ohio are Ohio Living Cape May and Ivy Knoll A Caring Senior Community. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 90 memory care facilities near you in Decatur, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Decatur, 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 Decatur, 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 Decatur, Ohio ranges from $1100 to $12755. The average Memory Care cost in Decatur, Ohio is $4,822. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Decatur, Ohio typically starts at $1100. 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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