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10 Best Nursing Homes in Thurston, OH

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Thurston 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 Thurston, 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 Thurston or another care type is right for you. Browse 15 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Thurston.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Milo-Grogan, North Central and Northeast.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Concord, Millport and Hanover.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Thurston, OH

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Photo of Carroll Place
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The staff was amazing. They worked with us through some difficult issues and were professional and understanding. They were very nice.
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.
Carroll Place assisted living is located in the small community of Carroll, Ohio. We are one mile north of Fairfield County airport and four miles southeast of Greenfield Lake. We provide individualized care in an elegant but home like environment. Our beautifully landscaped property is ideal...
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Photo of The Ridge at Lancaster
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9.2
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22 reviews
9.2
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22 reviews
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The one thing that really made a difference at The Ridge at Lancaster is that they hire their own medical staff. They don't use an agency. With my mother's dementia, that made a huge difference because she...
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.
Brookdale Lancaster is a senior living community offering assisted living services in the vibrant town of Lancaster, Ohio. A wonderful place to call home, Lancaster offers excellent educational opportunities as well as numerous art and music festivals. From our excellent furnishings to our...
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66 Floor plans available
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I would definitely recommend Reflections Retirement Community to others. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move in process was easy. They answer any questions that you have about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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They were so helpful throughout the process of getting her moved in and then when she fell ill so suddenly. I knew when we first walked in that it was the right place 2 cleanliness 5. Sometimes a place has...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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They give my loved one good care, but I feel like they're short-staffed. Because of that, it can take a long time for someone to buzz you in and out of the building. Overall the staff are good, other than...
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.
Carriage Court is a community of close friends.  In fact, we feel so close to the residents that we consider them to be our second family.   After all, a home should be a place where people care about their neighbors and enjoy each other's company.  That's why our caregivers do...
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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
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Thurston, OH

The average cost of senior living in Thurston is $4,480 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Junction City, OH with an average of $3,717 per month.

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

Thurston, OH
$4,480/mo
$4,610/mo

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

Thurston, OH
$4,480/mo
$4,582/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

$4,352/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,480/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,432/mo
Studio
$3,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,039/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,250/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Thurston over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Thurston

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Thurston

Amber Park Senior Living in Pickerington, OH

4.8
From our first visit to the facility, I have been impressed. The staff is extremely kind and accommodating. The building is very clean and well kept. "Change" for my mom can be challenging, but the staff has handled it all with Grace. We are very pleased to have mom mom reside at Amber Park

Reflections Retirement Community in Lancaster, OH

5.0
I would definitely recommend them. The staff is amazing. They are attentive and friendly. The move was easy. They answer any questions you have about your family member.

The Ashford on Broad in Columbus, OH

4.1
I think there were some initial communication steps we had to get worked out. Some things didn't get done initially. And I think they have some short-staffing issues, especially on weekends,. But I think they're trying, and they're being responsive to my concerns. It's just something you ...
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Thurston nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thurston nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thurston, 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 Thurston 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 Thurston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thurston, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
57.1%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thurston 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 Thurston Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thurston, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
5.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thurston 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 Thurston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thurston, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Thurston 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 Thurston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thurston, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Thurston 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 Thurston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thurston, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
0.4%
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Carroll Place, StoryPoint Gahanna and Sunrise of Gahanna are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Thurston, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 15 nursing homes facilities near Thurston, Ohio. See the full list.

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