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Words cannot adequately describe the loving, compassionate care provided to my wife. Every employee from housekeeping to maintenance to laundry service to front desk and everyone else is responsive, caring...
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 Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specially designed living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most essential. This is why we work to...
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My mom is a resident at Rose Senior Living Avon and everything, except for the food and the value for cost, has been great. The food is okay. As for the value for cost, after being there for a year the rent...
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.
Rose Senior Living is ideally located adjacent to the Cleveland Clinic, Avon Campus and opened In December of 2016. The Avon community offers a wide variety of shopping, entertainment and restaurants, all within a five mile radius. Rose Senior Living is owned by Edward Rose and Sons and is...
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All of the staff treated my parents like family. The staff was the same each day. Management was very informed and always had time for questions. We would use this facility again.
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.
Lorain Estates 3290 Cooper Foster Park Rd. Lorain OH 44053Southern side of Lorain across the road from Amherst.Newly renovated Lorain Estates continues to exceed the expectation of families and their loved-ones.Stop by M-F 9am to 6pm or call 440 - 960 - 2813 to schedule your appointment. Lorain...
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I can't express how much I love The Ganzhorn & their staff. They truly are like my second family. It's a hard decision moving your loved one into a facility but I have complete confidence & trust in the care...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located on the west side of Cleveland on the same campus as the Cleveland Clinic Avon, The Ganzhorn Suites is a highly specialized memory care assisted living community committed to meeting the evolving needs of residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. We understand that...
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7.6
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The staff at The Abbewood are very kind and friendly. They know their residents and look out for them. If anything comes up that concerns them about my mom, they call or text me. The food is very good. I've...
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.
Located in Elyria, Ohio, The AbbeWood is a dynamic retirement community that offers the comforts of home with the luxuries of resort-style living.Offering both independent living and assisted living options, The AbbeWood is dedicated to providing outstanding service to each resident while...
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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 the Sandstone Center of the World, Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor is a warm and inviting place you can call home. Delight in the scenic view of nine wooded acres while still having the convenience of access to the city's downtown venues. A 2018 US News & World Report Best...
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Overall, it is a wonderful place. However, it is more expensive than many others. The wait staff is very friendly, accommodating and helpful.
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.
Personalized care in scenic AvonOnce known as a farming town, the city of Avon has transformed into a vibrant and thriving area where the town’s residents can find everything they need. The Lorain County Metro Parks’ Miller Nature Preserve displays prehistoric ferns to exotic orchids in its new...
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The friendliness of the staff members are excellent, the weekday staff are very nice and generally very helpful. The weekend staff could be a little more helpful, but from what we are have seen the care...
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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I am calling them my angels! My father-in-law was a resident there for 3 years. We left every year for 4 months in Florida for winter. I could have never done it without their impeccable and professional...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
     White Orchid Adult Care Home  is dedicated  to meeting the health-related needs of the elderly. The staff provides the highest level of professional care, respect, love and compassion to all residents as they journey through life. The goal at WO Adult Care...
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My father-in-law says that he just loves living at Independence Village of Avon Lake and has no plans to move. He is within walking distance of my mother-in-law who is in the Memory care at Independence...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Independence Village! Our community offers independent living, assisted living and memory care services. With these specially designed living options, our residents can maintain their independence and also get the support they need when it’s the most essential. This is why we work to...
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We chose Emerald Green because they are very clean. The Staff knew the residents by name. The staff went over and above to accommodate our care needs. The food was good. They could use more servers. We were...
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.
Located in the upscale, welcoming community of North Olmsted, Ohio, Emerald Village Retirement Community is an assisted living community that provides a wide range of benefits. Located minutes from the mall, hundreds of restaurants, and the MetroParks, our community is the ideal place to call...
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My father was a resident at Safe Haven Elder Care and everything was great! The staff was very nice, but change every 4-6 months, as she has staff from outside of the country. Communication with the family...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Maria's Care Home is an unique setting for seniors and disabled citizens desiring an assisted living arrangement. - Safe, loving home atmosphere - 24 hour care and supervision - Medicine monitoring - 15 years experience - Total of 5 private rooms - Nutritious, traditional american meals - Fully...
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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.
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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
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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All the staff at Wesleyan are so helpful & friendly. They made my Mom feel welcomed even before she moved in with a gift basket sent to her home, nice touch! Carol & Shelley in Marketing were great in...
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.
Whatever you're looking for in a retirement community, you'll find it at Wesleyan Village. With more than a century of experience behind us, our 17-acre campus offers beautiful residences, wonderful amenities and exceptional care for all levels of independence.Independent Living: Select from our...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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.
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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.
Family owned by the Reidy family since 1966, Avon Oaks has served Avon and the surrounding communities for over 45 years.Avon Oaks Caring Community is located on a 22-acre health care campus of beautifully landscaped courtyards and gardens, in a natural wooded setting. Avon Oaks provides skilled...
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Even though my mom was only there for 2 weeks before she passed, the staff was very caring during her stay. The kitchen offered is Cousteau beverages and snacks throughout the day. We saw plenty of...
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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Five Stars Adult Care Home LLC is located in the serene town of Avon Lake, OH near Avon Lake. Our residents stay in apartment-style housing and we pride ourselves on offering a high level of service to each of our community members. Family members can breathe easy knowing that their loved ones...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Mariana's Adult Home Care Mariana's Adult Home Care is a licensed family owned and operated elder care facility providing personalized quality care since 2001. Our qualified staff has over 40 years of combined experience in caring for the elderly. We provide customized attention for our residents...
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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Homely atmosphere, run by very friendly caring and loving family members. Excellent place with three dogs a cat. Very neat and clean.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
River Crossing at Bradley WoodsRiver Crossing at Bradley Woods is a residential care home located in the beautiful city of North Olmsted, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Our wonderful home has a rich heritage and we encourage our seniors to visit some of our famous historical sites, such as the...

Cost of assisted living in Amherst, OH

The average cost of senior living in Amherst is $4,312 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huron, OH with an average of $3,683 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH vs. nearby cities

Amherst, OH
$4,310/mo
$4,268/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH vs. the state and national average

Amherst, OH
$4,310/mo
$4,740/mo
U.S. national average
$4,627/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,310/mo
$4,437/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,093/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,420/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,693/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,587/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Amherst over time

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What families are saying about assisted living in Amherst

Recent reviews for assisted living in Amherst

Bickford of Rocky River

4.6
the community is very homey and my parents really like the community. the staff is very friendly and caring. They are very accommodating to the residence, and the community is very clean. The staff go above and beyond and really care about the residence. I would recommend this community to ...
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White Orchid Senior Adult Family Home in Avon Lake, OH

5.0
My mom is a resident there. Very impressed with the attention she gets. Place it is impeccable, with a nice patio where we can enjoy nature when we visit. My mom’s room came fully furnished, (a big blessing for us). Living room area is cozy and animated by a big large window. I, sometimes ...
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Brookdale Gardens at Westlake

5.0
Our family is very grateful to the wonderful staff and residents of Westlake Gardens. Our first contact was with Kim, who was so kind and friendly. Rebecca was the second person who continued the streak of the most kind and caring people we have met. I could list everyone we have come in contact ...
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Amherst review score based on 62 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 25 Amherst assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Amherst 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

Amherst review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Amherst, OH25 facilities
7.8
South Amherst, OH20 facilities
7.8
Lorain, OH19 facilities

Review subcategories for Amherst 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 62 reviews of 25 Amherst assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Amherst 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.
Amherst, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Amherst assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Amherst assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Amherst, 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 Amherst 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 Amherst that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48%
51.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36%
32.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16%
29.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Amherst 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 Amherst Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52%
50.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48%
40.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amherst 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 Amherst partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24%
39%
No sugar
No sugar
16%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
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Availability of select dining options in Amherst 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 Amherst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32%
41%
Room service
Room service
28%
34.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amherst 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 Amherst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amherst, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
44%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
47.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36%
45.4%
Live performances
Live performances
32%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
12%
28.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36%
44.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Amherst

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 Amherst protect seniors.

Learn about Ohio Assisted Living regulations

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Bowen Elderly, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Fairmont of Westlake are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Amherst, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 27 assisted living facilities near Amherst, Ohio. See the full list.

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