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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portage, OH
If you’re looking for assisted living in Portage, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Portage or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Portage.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Portage for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 8 assisted living facilities in the Portage area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Westmoreland, Ottawa and Harvard Terrace.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Toledo, Perrysburg and Findlay.
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9.9
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35 reviews
Highly recommend - the staff was amazing!!My favorite thing about Brookdale was the staff - they go above and beyond for their residents. They felt like part of our family - and I miss them now that dad has...
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.
Home Sweet HomeTucked away in a friendly, single-story building, you may be surprised to discover that the men and women who call this place home are residents at an assisted living community. They are each inspired to live each day to the fullest—and if you decide to join their ranks, it won’t...
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9.7
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117 reviews
New chef has a tough act to follow, and is still improving. Higher prices have forced him to change vendors for the worse. This has not been helpful. Food can vary from ok to very good, and what you receive...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Waterville! 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 various senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, and memory care....
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9.6
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87 reviews
The regular staff was helpful, caring and cheerful so they get a 4-5 but the administrative staff gets a 3. We didn't get much involved. But I did enjoy the Wii games. Fun rivalry.)
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.
Embrace a bright future at The Waterford at Levis Commons, where desired amenities and convenient services provide residents the opportunity to live a vibrant lifestyle. Imagine an apartment home with no cooking, cleaning or maintenance — and friends next door. That's what residents get at The...
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9.4
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26 reviews
All the above are 5 Brookdale was a great facility. We knew she was being taken care of and based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Fewer Worries, More LifeFrom the moment you set foot in the warm and welcoming lobby, you will have confidence knowing this is a place where you can thrive. Tucked on beautiful grounds on North Wintergarden Road, right off Bowling Green Road W, our community provides exceptional care for men and...
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3 reviews
I absolutely would recommend to others. Browning has lifted my mom's spirit. It feels like a community rather than a wing in a building. It just has a great friendly, professional vibe.
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.
Browning Masonic Community is a thriving residential campus and community sitting on 450 verdant acres. If you’re looking for a beautiful place to live, with great neighbors and everything your active lifestyle needs, then you’ve found it in Browning Masonic Community.Independent living is the...
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7.5
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12 reviews
It has been a good experience for the most part for my Mom and our family. The staff is very helpful with laundry and housekeeping and letting my Mom do a little bit of it herself. I would very much so...
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.
Otterbein Portage Valley is located nearby the city of Toledo and offers seniors the best assisted living experience and has so much more to offer its residents. It is also home to the Mud Hens baseball team and a zoo. Otterbein Portage Valley community for assisted living affords one the...
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What we really like about the St. Clare commons is that they help our loved one with her medication. We also like the house hold cleaning service and laundry services. We would recommend this community to...
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.
St. Clare Commons is an assisted living community nestled near St. John XXIII Catholic Community in the lively town of Perrysburg, Wood County, Ohio. Located near luxury shopping and dining within a thriving community, St. Clare Commons offers a unique lifestyle for our residents and visiting...
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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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.
Located in historic North Baltimore, Briar Hill Health Campus is proud to provide community members with a welcoming place to call home in the Crossroads of the Heartland. Residents who are interested in activities outside our campus can practice their backswing at the Birch Run Golf Club, take a...
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Cost of assisted living in Portage, OH
The average cost of senior living in Portage is $3,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Van Buren, OH with an average of $3,634 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Portage, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Portage, OH vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Portage vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Portage, OH by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Portage over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Portage, OH
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What families are saying about assisted living in Portage
Recent reviews for assisted living in Portage
Aviva Glendale Assisted Living in Toledo, OH
3.8
My mother really liked it here for the time she stayed which was about 4 months. But I don't think she realized she didn't need to be in an assisted living facility from that point on. It was great for her when she got out of the hospital but not necessary for her to continue living there. All ...
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Maumee Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
5.0
We are very happy. They care. They care about my mother they care about us being happy they care about how the room looks. They care about the activities. They are very understanding when my mom is upset, and they have no problem sitting with her for as long as it takes. I was so impressed. I ...
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Traditions at West Park Place in Toledo, OH
4.0
I would recommend this assisted living community, but ask about the staffing levels since there were some issues .I picked this community because of the very friendly people, cleanliness, and it was close to home.
Portage review score based on 66 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 8 Portage assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Portage review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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 review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Portage assisted living
When assisted living 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 66 reviews of 8 Portage assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Portage resident and family assisted living 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, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Portage assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portage assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portage, 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 assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Portage 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
75%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
87.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
87.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Portage assisted living
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 Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
87.5%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portage assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Portage partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Portage assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Portage communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portage, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portage assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Portage offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
75%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Portage
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Portage protect seniors.
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Brookdale Findlay, StoryPoint Waterville and The Waterford at Levis Commons are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portage, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Portage, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Portage, Ohio are StoryPoint Waterville, The Waterford at Levis Commons and Sunrise of Findlay. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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