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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Delaware County, OH

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If your loved one needs memory care in Delaware County, A Place for Mom can help. With 12 memory care facilities in Delaware County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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9.6
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We really like the facility. There's lots of light and lots of separate activity rooms. The staff are very helpful. There has been a small misunderstanding about dates of showers but working with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Welcome to The Avalon of Lewis Center!If you’re looking for a community that understands and honors you as a unique individual, you’ve come to the right place. We understand you probably have many questions, and we’re here to help make the process as simple and straightforward as possible. In...
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9.5
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Every staff member I've interacted with has been kind and patient. I feel much gratitude for them, and I know my grandfather is being well taken care of.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Powell North! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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9.2
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43 reviews
9.2
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43 reviews
5 star
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It's very homey feeling you know like decorated like your home The patients look happy it looks like they have plenty of activities everyone working there seems very friendly it's a very clean facility with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
The Inn at Olentangy Trail in Delaware, OH strives to avoid every stereotype of the assisted living as hospital, and instead places its residents in what could pass for a beautiful, rustic hotel. Our wood and stone building is also a high quality assisted living and memory care facility with a...
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9.2
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24 reviews
9.2
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24 reviews
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We thought the facility was very nice and well-maintained. As a family, we really enjoyed spending time in several of the common areas, which were comfortable, clean, and offered plenty of space for everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At Paramount Senior Living at Polaris we offer 24 hour on site nurses. On site licensed skilled nurses 24 hours a day, that offer various clinical capabilities:Wound ManagementMedication Management and AdministrationDiabetic teaching and administration of insulin and medicationsBowel and bladder...
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8.2
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9 reviews
8.2
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9 reviews
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It was a beautiful room and the facility was always nice and clean. [name removed] was well taken care of however as with any long term care facility there are always those that might struggle at doing their...
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.
The Ganzhorn Suites of Powell is a highly specialized memory care community committed to meeting the evolving needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We understand that each resident experiences a unique journey, so our care and programs are specifically tailored...
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66 Floor plans available
9.8
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33 reviews
9.8
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33 reviews
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It is called 'The beautiful white house" bc it is inside & outside. You really need to take a tour to see for yourself. It is clean, neat, & tastefully decorated for holidays & seasonal changes. They are...
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.
There is a place for you or your loved one at The Bristol in Columbus, OH. We've designed The Bristol community to be resort-like, with our own professionally trained chef, fine dining experiences, salon services, social events, housekeeping and more. We're also close to the Worthington Hills...
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Everybody has been very personal and wonderful to work with and I have built a relationship with the staff I feel as they treat me like family not just a number.
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.
Sarah Moore Community is an assisted living community available to seniors who are looking to call Delaware, OH their home. Those who are looking to live in a city that has a rich history will find that this community is the right place for them. Those who are visiting residents of this community...
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5.7
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16 reviews
5.7
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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
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.
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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Feridean Commons has a beautiful campus including independent and assisted living. Design of the assisted living facilities is unique with several decentralized community areas - giving the facility a...
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.
Feridean Commons opened in 2001. We are Independently owned and located on 18 acres in North Westerville, with 58 Assisted Living Apartments and 40 Independent Living Villas, all on one floor, no steps, with care 24/7 as you need it. Our professional staff delivers high quality care and service...
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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
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Delaware County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Delaware County is $4,715 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Richwood, OH with an average of $4,522 per month.

Memory care costs in Delaware County, OH, vs. nearby counties

Delaware County, OH
$4,715/mo
$4,713/mo
$4,736/mo

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

Delaware County, OH
$4,715/mo
$4,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,715/mo

Memory care costs in Delaware County, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,538/mo
Studio
$5,570/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,080/mo

Senior living costs in Delaware County 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: Delaware County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDelaware County, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$4,715/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,987/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,365/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Delaware County, OH:$4,715/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Delaware County, OH:$4,987/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Delaware County, OH:$3,365/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Delaware County, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Delaware County 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.

Delaware County, OHOH stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Delaware County, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Delaware County 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Delaware County, OH$7,100/mo$5,548/mo+28.0%
Ohio$5,848/mo$5,431/mo+7.7%
National$5,957/mo$5,646/mo+5.5%
Delaware County, OH
2024 average cost:$7,100/mo
2023 average cost:$5,548/mo
Percent change:+28.0%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,848/mo
2023 average cost:$5,431/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,957/mo
2023 average cost:$5,646/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Delaware County

Recent reviews for memory care in Delaware County

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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Delaware County review score based on 67 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 67 reviews of 11 Delaware County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Delaware County 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

Delaware County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Delaware County, OH11 facilities
8.4
Delaware, OH9 facilities
8.7
Sunbury, OH12 facilities

Review subcategories for Delaware County 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 67 reviews of 11 Delaware County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Delaware County 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.
Delaware County, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.9
Staff
4.5
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Delaware County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Delaware County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Delaware County, 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 Delaware County 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 Delaware County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Delaware County, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
72.7%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
45.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
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 Delaware County 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 Delaware County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Delaware County, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Delaware County 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 Delaware County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Delaware County, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.6%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Delaware County 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 Delaware County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Delaware County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Delaware County 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 Delaware County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Delaware County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
72.7%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.6%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.5%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Delaware County

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Avalon of Lewis Center, StoryPoint Powell North and The Inn at Olentangy Trail are the top-rated memory care facilities near Delaware County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 12 memory care facilities near Delaware County, Ohio. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Delaware County, Ohio are StoryPoint Gahanna, Danbury of Columbus and The Avalon of Lewis Center. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 12 memory care facilities near you in Delaware County, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Delaware County, 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 Delaware County, 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 Delaware County, Ohio ranges from $109 to $41000. The average Memory Care cost in Delaware County, Ohio is $4,715. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Delaware County, 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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