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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ohio is $6,894, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Macon area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of memory care in Macon, OH

The average cost of senior living in Ohio is $6,894 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Ohio vs. 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 state: Ohio

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Ohio	U.S.	Cost difference
Memory Care	$6,894/mo	$6,999/mo	1.5% below national median
Assisted Living	$5,687/mo	$5,830/mo	2.5% below national median
Independent Living	$3,241/mo	$3,520/mo	7.9% below national median

Memory Care

Ohio:$6,894/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:1.5% below national median

Assisted Living

Ohio:$5,687/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:2.5% below national median

Independent Living

Ohio:$3,241/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:7.9% below national median

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What families are saying about memory care in Macon

Recent reviews for memory care in Macon

Bickford of Middletown

4.9

Everyone here are so kind, patient, and caring. I feel at ease knowing she is here. Only complaint is with their billing department, so far our first 3 bills have been wrong, they correct it but for those that aren’t observant might be overcharged. The billing department is not on site.

Alois in Cincinnati, OH

5.0

I have heard that this is a great place for my mom. So, I researched and researched for places and always came back to the Alois. They seem to be most qualified and ideal. Highly recommend this place to friends and family.

Serene Suites Memory Care in Cincinnati, OH

4.3

This is a clean, attractive community, and the staff are very personable. They get to know the residents well. The staff communication with the family is good, and the owner is very open to answer our questions directly. There are three meals a day served to the residents. My loved one ...

Macon review score based on 630 family reviews

8.1

Review score129 facilities630 reviewsWrite a review

This proprietary review score is based on 630 reviews of 129 Macon memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.

The Macon 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

Macon review score compared against nearby cities

8.1

Macon, OH129 facilities

8.4

Waverly, OH46 facilities

8.2

Lake Waynoka, OH136 facilities

Review subcategories for Macon 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 630 reviews of 129 Macon memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Macon 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.

Macon, OH averageNational average

Cleanliness

3.5

3.7

Friendliness

3.6

3.8

Care services

3.2

3.5

Staff

3.4

3.7

Meals & dining

3.1

3.4

Activities

3.2

3.3

Value for cost*

3.1

3.4

0.01.02.03.04.05.0

*Learn more about cost details

Macon memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Macon memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Macon, 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 Macon 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 Macon that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.

Macon, OHNational

Full medication management

58.9%

63.8%

Doctor on call

56.6%

47.2%

24-Hour awake staff

93.8%

82.2%

Diabetic care

97.7%

98.2%

*Visiting health care professionals

70.5%

69.9%

Home care agency on-site

40.3%

28.4%

Non-ambulatory care

93%

89.4%

Respite or short term stays

60.5%

59.1%

Hospice available on-site

61.2%

69.5%

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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Macon 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 Macon Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.

Macon, OHNational

Dementia behaviors care

62%

72.2%

Specialized memory care training for staff

44.2%

45.6%

Secured community and/or wander guard

54.3%

68%

Memory care only community

20.2%

26.2%

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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Macon 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 Macon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Macon, OHNational

Nutritionist / dietician

44.2%

28%

Low / no sodium

45%

44.8%

No sugar

38.8%

41.4%

Vegetarian

44.2%

50.4%

Pureed meals

25.6%

22.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Macon 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 Macon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Macon, OHNational

Professional chef

47.3%

32.1%

Restaurant style dining

53.5%

40.1%

Room service

48.1%

37.6%

Anytime dining

26.4%

23%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Macon 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 Macon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Macon, OHNational

Activity director

55.8%

45.5%

Pet-focused programs

34.9%

33.2%

Community service programs

30.2%

29%

Devotional activities on-site

60.5%

53.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

56.6%

51.1%

Outings / off-site activities

62.8%

59.7%

Piano or organ

48.1%

39.7%

Arts and crafts center

45.7%

35.8%

Educational speakers / life long learning

48.8%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

54.3%

47.1%

Live performances

55%

47.3%

Dances

39.5%

32.1%

Fitness center

38%

22.4%

Fitness classes

57.4%

46.3%

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State regulations for memory care in Macon

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 Macon protect seniors.

Learn about Ohio memory care regulations Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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