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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dexter, OH
Assisted living costs in Dexter average about $4,002 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 43 communities in Dexter. Our detailed directory has 264 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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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.
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.
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.
Chateau Grove SL Inc.Chateau Grove is a senior living center in Barboursville, Cabell County, West Virginia. It’s conveniently located just off of Interstate Highway 64. Chateau Grove has a lovely Tudor architectural style which gives it a warm and welcoming feel. The grounds are beautifully kept...
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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.
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.
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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My mom loves it there. She has no complaints. They are so good to her, and the food is good. I am so blessed that we found the right place for her. She loves it. There are all kinds of things to do. They are...
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.
Liberty Village Assisted Living began operations in 1990. This single-story community consists of 40 residential units. Liberty Village boasts abundant common area amenities, a beautiful interior courtyard as well as walking areas. The community is located just west of Chillicothe on Route 50...
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We are very pleased with the staff at this community. They are encouraging and helpful. My wife has just started to get involved in some of the daily activities. I have eaten here and I think the food is on...
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.
Our assisted living programs have become increasingly popular because they combine professional care with homelike surroundings, reasonable cost, attractive private or semiprivate apartments, and well balanced programs of events and activities. We provide both nurses and around-the-clock...
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.
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.
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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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Lancaster provide luxurious townhomes, independent living apartments and assisted living senior care. Our retirement community features the largest senior apartments in Lancaster.Primrose Townhomes: The Primrose Townhome Lifestyle in Lancaster is the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Dexter, OH
The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $4,002 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Athens, OH with an average of $3,683 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dexter, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dexter, OH vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dexter, OH
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dexter
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dexter
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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews for Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland, The Ridge at Lancaster, and Elison of Marietta mention the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, with many residents expressing comfort and happiness in their new living environments. Residents enjoy socializing with their n ...
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Chef-prepared meals and dining experiences. Numerous reviews praise the quality of meals served at various communities, such as Elison of Marietta, Elison of Marietta, and Celebration Villa of Teays Valley. Residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the attention given to dietary restrictions and preferences.
Personalized care and accommodations. Reviews for Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland, The Ridge at Lancaster, and Celebration Villa of Teays Valley emphasize the individualized attention and accommodations provided by staff to meet the unique needs of residents. Caregivers are described as compassionate and responsive t ...
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Engaging activities for mental and physical well-being. Communities like Elison of Marietta, Elison of Marietta, and Rolling Meadows Place offer a variety of activities aimed at keeping residents mentally and physically active, fostering social connections, and promoting overall wellness.
Professional and responsive staff. Reviews for Cedar Grove, Paramount Senior Living at Cabell Midland, and Celebration Villa of Teays Valley highlight the professionalism and attentiveness of staff, ensuring that residents' needs are met promptly and effectively.
Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents and their families in reviews for Rolling Meadows Place, Cedar Grove, and Cedar Grove appreciate the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces in the communities. Many comment on the homelike atmosphere and upkeep of common areas and personal apartments.
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Dexter review score based on 69 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 39 Dexter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dexter 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
Dexter review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Dexter 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 69 reviews of 39 Dexter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dexter 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.Dexter, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Dexter assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dexter, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dexter 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 Dexter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dexter, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
48.7%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dexter 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 Dexter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dexter, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.5%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20.5%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.2%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dexter, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
23.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dexter, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.8%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.5%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dexter
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 Dexter protect seniors.
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