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10 Best Nursing Homes in Porter, OH

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Porter nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Porter, OH may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Porter or another care type is right for you. Browse 58 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Porter.

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Porter, OH

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Last Updated: 12/24/24
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
People use nursing home services for any number of reasons -- because today's nursing homes can provide solutions to almost every eldercare problem. No matter what your healthcare needs are, our goal is to provide compassionate care in a clean, comfortable setting where you will feel at home. We...
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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.
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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.
National Church Residences of ChillicotheNational Church Residences of Chillicothe is an assisted living community nestled in the beautiful residential community of Chillicothe, Ohio. Our affordable, but high quality assisted living community encourages you to live a healthy, happy life. We’re...
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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.
Photo of SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Dunbar
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Dunbar has a long commitment to providing quality healthcare in our community. We offer a comprehensive rehabilitation program for adults of all ages needing short- or long-term care. Our Medicare-certified facility is designed for people who have complex...
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Cost of nursing homes in Porter, OH

The average cost of senior living in Porter is $4,101 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beaver, OH with an average of $3,637 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Porter, OH vs. nearby cities

Porter, OH
$4,101/mo
$4,077/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Porter, OH vs. the state and national average

Porter, OH
$4,101/mo
$4,582/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Porter vs. other types of senior living

$3,904/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,101/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Porter, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,296/mo
Studio
$4,557/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,819/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,127/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,320/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Porter

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Porter

Cedar Grove in Parkersburg, WV

4.6
My 92 year old sister-in-law stayed at the Cedar Grove facility in Parkersburg, WV for 2 weeks after she broke her leg after a fall. She was very pleased with the food and care. The admission process was stress-free and the staff was patient and attentive.

Wyngate at Rivers Edge in Proctorville, OH

5.0
Things have gone very well so far at Wyngate at Rivers Edge, it is a very nice place! The staff here is caring and professional, and they have a lot to offer the residents. They offer many different levels of care, from assisted living to high end memory care, and they have a doctor that lives ...
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The Wyngate Senior Living Community (Parkersburg)

5.0
All of the staff no matter their role, were completely genuine in their service and heart for their jobs. They took great care of our mother.

Porter nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Porter nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Porter, 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 Porter nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Porter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Porter, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
27.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
70.7%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.6%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
69%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
34.5%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Porter nursing homes

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 Porter Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Porter, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.9%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Porter nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Porter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Porter, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.2%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.8%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
13.8%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.2%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Porter nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Porter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Porter, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.9%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
13.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Porter nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Porter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Porter, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
20.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20.7%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
19%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
24.1%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.9%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
8.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
19%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
12.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
3.4%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19%
0.4%
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