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

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9.6
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40 reviews
9.6
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40 reviews
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All categories I would say are five except for number four and I would give that a four. Other veterans are there and food is good
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.
Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living in beautiful Munroe Falls, Ohio, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Mulberry Gardens Assisted Living is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining...
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9.5
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23 reviews
9.5
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Staff is very friendly and readily available. When my mother was just moving in they gave her extra attention so she acclimated to the living experience.
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.
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99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.5
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48 reviews
9.5
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48 reviews
5 star
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My aunt has been supported by compassionate, responsive staff who understand her individual needs. My aunt has positive social experiences everyday and staff ensure that she is connected with others around...
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.
Your Retirement, Your WayRetirement should never feel like a sacrifice; it should feel like an adventure. That’s exactly how you’ll feel when you make yourself at home at our assisted living community in Canton, Ohio. Because you no longer have to spend your days worrying about tasks like...
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9.5
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46 reviews
9.5
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It is really good, I would recommend it. The activities and staff are great. They are very helpful. Food is good, restaurant style. It is a very clean place.
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.
Situated on a private, quiet street with beautiful wooded views, Symphony at Olmsted Falls is a cozy, warm senior living community located near Southwest General Hospital, St. John Medical Center and The Cleveland Clinic as well as Grand Pacific Junction historic shopping district and Cleveland...
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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100 reviews
9.5
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Outstanding, however, we're not qualified for the level of hospice care needed. Outstanding for functional people with minimal care.
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.
Maplewood at Cuyahoga Falls is a beautiful assisted living residence located in Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio, just north of Akron. It provides both assisted living and memory care to area seniors. Maplewood is found just south of Cuyahoga Valley National Forest, the only national park in...
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9.5
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84 reviews
9.5
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84 reviews
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All facilities have a problem with staffing. Maple Ridge is not exempt. The quality of food is good. There are times I question the choice of food for dementia patients.
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.
Maple Ridge Senior Living offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors in northeastern Ohio. We are near the shores of Lake Erie and have many parks and recreational options in our area. We are close enough to Cleveland for an easy afternoon drive to enjoy all of the dining and...
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9.4
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43 reviews
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ALL of the people there are very kind, caring and sympathetic to my mom's needs... from the front desk greeting, to the kitchen staff, to activities, nurses and most of all aides...as challenging as it may...
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.
Danbury Woods is an assisted living and memory care community located in Cuyahoga Falls, Summit County, Ohio. The landscaped grounds of Danbury Woods provide a garden setting to compliment the nearby golf course and beautiful forests. We are strategically located close to the woodlands of the...
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1212 Photos available
9.4
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43 reviews
9.4
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43 reviews
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The staff is great! They are very caring and helpful during this transition we had to make. From what I have seen they treat the residents kindly and respectfully.
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.
Situated near Lake Erie and numerous city parks, Symphony at Mentor is a cozy, suburban senior living community located near Lake West Hospital, Tri Pointe Hospital and Hillcrest Hospital, as well as Great Lakes Mall and James A. Garfield Historical Site. Wake up every day in a safe,...
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9.4
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9.4
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The staff demonstrates exceptional communication and is consistently friendly, compassionate, and understanding. The facility is well maintained and very clean, and the staff is knowledgeable about in- house...
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.
Paisley House is an assisted living community that has been located on the shore of the Mahoning River in Youngstown, Ohio since 1909. Residing in the residential suburbs of Youngstown, Paisley House is separated from the noise and stress of downtown, but still close enough to provide residents...
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1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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83 reviews
9.4
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The staff is amazing. Always ready and available to help with all needs. [name removed] is the absolute best. If you have any issues he will definitely get it done.
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.
Kick off the good life at Canton Regency, an Independent Living community in Canton, Ohio, that offers weekly happy hours, courtesy transportation and some of the most desired amenities around. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically,...
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Photo of The Addison of Cornersburg
88 Photos available
9.4
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65 reviews
9.4
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65 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff are amazing and look after my dad with the utmost care. Even though he is ambulatory and on the go all the time (he drives himself) they keep 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.
Canfield Place is an assisted living community in vibrant Youngstown, Ohio. Known for its dedication to the arts, Youngstown is home to The Butler Institute of American Art, the Edward W. Powers Auditorium and Youngstown State University. Our beautiful city offers all that you would expect from...
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9.3
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51 reviews
9.3
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51 reviews
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Overall wonderful place, from the staff, attention to patients, quality of care, and one set (reasonable) price! Wish we would have moved my mom there from the beginning!
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.
Allay is a safe, secure facility designed for those with dementia and Alzheimer's. Allay was established in 1996 with the addition of new building in 2014. Each building offers 16 private rooms in a smaller home-like environment, perfect for those with memory impairment. Our large secure...
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9.3
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27 reviews
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My ratings as 4 for activities is that they don't appear to promote or take the residents out of the building much. Compared to what I had expected. As for Value - seems like comparable to others... so not...
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.
Choices for aging well Eliza Jennings is a nonprofit organization that offers a range of services for today's older adults. Whether you are seeking independent living in a secure community setting, searching for just the right assisted living environment, care in your own home, require...
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9.3
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26 reviews
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It's wonderful. The staff is very helpful not only with her, but also with me. I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one. I always ask them if they have a...
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.
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9.3
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18 reviews
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So my experience is from my perspective of my in-laws with Vitalia. I would rate it a 4. Only because my fil came from a rehab facility and the move on the first day was a little rough on him. From eating...
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.
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88 Photos available
9.3
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38 reviews
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I like the combination of custodial care and personal medical attention for Ann. Occasional updates by phone have been very reassuring. I would recommend them to others based on the experience so far.
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 Gables of Canton is deeply committed to fostering growth and innovation in senior living. Our senior living communities promote wellness and provide a safer, more enjoyable social home with full- service amenities. It is our mission to meet the physical, social, and emotional needs of...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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51 reviews
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The staff was very helpful and nice. The food was very good. No complaints from my mother. Activities seemed good. Even though my mother didn't not attend. Her room was nice . Nice big closet kitchen area...
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.
The Right Combination of Care and FreedomIf you want to live in an award-winning assisted living community in Medina, Ohio where you can enjoy a vibrant and comfortable environment, wonderful company and personalized care plans designed to meet your specific needs, look no further. When you move...
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9.2
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22 reviews
9.2
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Meadow Falls of Chagrin provides exceptional care in a serene and welcoming setting. The nursing staff are compassionate and attentive. Rehabilitation services are thorough and encouraging. Families feel...
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.
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1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
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43 reviews
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We felt very comfortable there, at home. Food was great and the staff very friendly and helpful. Sad to leave there. What I would like to say to management to help future clients is to go over the house...
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.
Tap into the serenity of The Residence of Chardon, where residents enjoy the peacefulness of country living with big-city luxuries less than an hour away. Our goal is to enrich the lives of our residents by providing an environment that is physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally...
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22 reviews
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Overall, it's been a pleasant experience, but the only thing they really have to improve on is the quality of their food. We really like that it's Catholic, because religion and having a relationship with...
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.
Situated on 24 picturesque acres in Parma, Ohio, Mount Alverna Village offers a lifestyle that is enriching and inspiring with the care you need now and in the future, including:Assisted LivingMemory Support Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing Care and RehabilitationAt Mount Alverna Village, you can...
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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After visiting other facilities The Ganzhorn did not have the same feeling of a nursing home/memory care place like the others. Felt comfortable and homelike. Have felt very comfortable having my mom there....
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.
Located on the west side of Cleveland on the same campus as the Cleveland Clinic Avon, The Ganzhorn Suites is a highly specialized memory care assisted living community committed to meeting the evolving needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We understand that...
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Photo of Brookdale Westlake Village (Offering HealthPlus)
88 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.2
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My brother says food is great. Staff is friendly and he seems happy as he can be with it. He enjoys the bingo and has made some friends. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for...
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.
Enjoy Holistic LivingStep into the light-filled foyer or take a leisurely stroll through the lakeside walking paths and you are guaranteed to fall in love with our charming community. We provide everything from independent and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing and...
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11 Floor plan available
9.2
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The cleanliness is a 5++++. Even my mom talks about how clean it is. All staff checks in and gets to know us as family. My father in law was also at Cardinal, just passed away from a stroke. Staff was so...
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.
Cardinal Court is a quaint stand-alone community specializing in Alzheimer’s and dementia. Our Hope Bloom® program philosophy focuses on social, sensory, spiritual, and psychological needs to create a customized program of care and engagement unique to each Resident. Our community is unique in...
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1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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61 reviews
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My dad really liked it there and everyone was so helpful and friendly to him. He was only there about 6 weeks before he passed but I am eternally grateful for each and every staff member and the wonderful...
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.
Heritage Crossing is a senior living community located in Akron, Ohio, that offers assisted living and memory care services. We understand that each resident has unique needs and preferences, so we work with them and their family members to customize the level of care needed to ensure their...
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1616 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.1
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We are very happy with Brookdale staff, food/dining, apartment size and cleanliness, transportation services. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a community for their loved one.
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.
Brookdale Montrose is a senior living community located in scenic and accessible Akron, Ohio. Our community boasts beautifully landscaped grounds offering peaceful and tranquil living while also offering all the conveniences that come being near a metropolitan area. Residents at Brookdale...
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Cost of memory care in Portage County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Portage County is $4,448 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lordstown, OH with an average of $3,968 per month.

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

Portage County, OH
$4,448/mo
$4,472/mo
$4,850/mo

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

Portage County, OH
$4,448/mo
$4,573/mo
U.S. national average
$4,796/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,448/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,182/mo
Studio
$6,292/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,755/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,146/mo

Senior living costs in Portage 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: Portage County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typePortage County, OHOhioU.S.
Memory Care$4,448/mo$4,573/mo$4,796/mo
Assisted Living$4,321/mo$4,591/mo$4,559/mo
Independent Living$3,737/mo$3,739/mo$4,019/mo
Memory Care
Portage County, OH:$4,448/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
Assisted Living
Portage County, OH:$4,321/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,559/mo
Independent Living
Portage County, OH:$3,737/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,019/mo
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Memory care costs in Portage County, OH, over time

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

Portage County, OHOH stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Portage County, OH

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Portage 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
Portage County, OH$6,060/mo$6,018/mo+0.7%
Ohio$6,270/mo$5,973/mo+5.0%
National$6,493/mo$6,147/mo+5.6%
Portage County, OH
2024 average cost:$6,060/mo
2023 average cost:$6,018/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$6,270/mo
2023 average cost:$5,973/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,493/mo
2023 average cost:$6,147/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Portage County

Recent reviews for memory care in Portage County

Brookdale Bath (Offering HealthPlus) in Akron, OH

4.2
The memory care unit is only part of the facility and the staff is there for all residents. I love the therapy cats and the staff is very friendly. I don't think they are fully trained for late stage dementia however.

The Atrium at Anna Maria in Aurora, OH

5.0
My loved one lives in The Atrium, and, I feel it is a very nice community. The staff is very kind and attentive, and I really like the way the community is set up. They have areas set up to mimic a kitchen and a home office to make the community look more cozy and homey. Overall, I feel that The ...
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The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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Portage County review score based on 1,360 family reviews

8.1
Review score300 facilities1360 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1360 reviews of 300 Portage County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Portage 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

Portage County review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Portage County, OH300 facilities
8.1
Ravenna, OH346 facilities
7.0
Mantua, OH10 facilities

Review subcategories for Portage 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 1,360 reviews of 300 Portage County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Portage 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.
Portage County, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.0
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Portage County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portage County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portage 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 Portage 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 Portage County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
61%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.3%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.3%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.3%
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 Portage 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 Portage County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.7%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.7%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.7%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portage 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 Portage County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.3%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.3%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.7%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Portage 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 Portage County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.7%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
40.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.3%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Portage 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 Portage County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portage County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.3%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.3%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
57.3%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
36%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Portage 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 Portage County protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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