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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merriam, OH
Memory care in Merriam offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Merriam is about $3,349 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 75 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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31 reviews
My overall experience for my mom at Clay Garden is wonderful. Never had any problems with the cleanliness of my mom's room always clean and tidy. Every one there is super friendly with all the residence, you...
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.
At Clay Gardens Place is located in lovely Zanesville, Ohio and residents are at the center of our small, homelike community. We have staff available 24 hours a day to meet resident needs. We offer assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, medication management, chronic disease...
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43 reviews
My father has dementia and needed care beyond what we were able to provide. Brookdale has the Clare Bridge memory care unit, which was a perfect fit for our needs. It provides 24 hour care in a closed wing...
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.
Exceptional Senior Living for Exceptional SeniorsAll senior living communities are not created equal. We think one visit to our Zanesville community and you’ll see the difference that great care in a home-like environment can make. Brookdale Zanesville offers assisted living and memory care...
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Mom seems to be adjusting to living at The Oaks. The staff seem to take good care of her. She said she likes her apartment. They offer a lot of daily activities and she does participate in many of them. I...
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.
A town famous for its many bridges, Zanesville Ohio is famous for creating these connections between community members. At The Oaks at Northpointe, we are firm believers in the power of connections as well, whether it is the connection between our residents and our staff members, or our entire...
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.
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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.
Home to some of Ohio’s most beautiful parks, the city of Zanesville is the perfect place for The Oaks at Bethesda, an award-winning senior living facility bordering the grounds of the new Genesis Hospital. Residents who are interested in activities outside of our campus can explore everything the...
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Cost of memory care in Merriam, OH
The average cost of senior living in Merriam is $3,349 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roseville, OH with an average of $3,239 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Merriam
Recent reviews for memory care in Merriam
Cardinal Place in Cambridge, OH
5.0
When I first came here to tour they were doing chair exercises in the living room and were so inviting! So I sat myself down and joined them! From the day I first moved in, everyone has been so wonderful! I would recommend this home to anyone needing love and care and a great place to make ...
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Clay Gardens Place in Zanesville, OH
3.9
Long waits after 8am-5pm to get someone to answer doorbell, like after dinner 7pm.
Normal assisted living seemed fine, but memory care seemed to be taxing to personnel.
Very good access to Director
Company was fairly easy to work with.
Brookdale Zanesville
4.4
The number of staff to patients is better than most places. Staff are friendly and do a good job
In order to improve the activities, I think that they could have someone come in and sing/ perform songs ? Have a pet come in to visit them regularly. They do have a church service every week but it ...
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Merriam memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merriam memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merriam, 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 Merriam 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 Merriam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merriam, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merriam 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 Merriam Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merriam, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
80%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
70.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merriam 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 Merriam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merriam, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Merriam 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 Merriam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merriam, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
80%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merriam 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 Merriam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merriam, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clay Gardens Place, Brookdale Zanesville and Cardinal Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merriam, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Merriam, Ohio. See the full list.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Merriam, Ohio typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merriam, Ohio, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Merriam, Ohio, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Merriam, Ohio ranges from $109 to $8900. The average Memory Care cost in Merriam, Ohio is $3,349. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merriam, Ohio typically starts at $109. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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