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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Essex, OH
Assisted living costs in Essex average about $4,726 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 20 communities in Essex. Our detailed directory has 161 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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We love her being there and they have been very kind to her. We are moving her to [facility name removed] in December for Medicaid purposes and it is 15 minutes closer. The activities they have for the...
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.
Walnut Crossing is a senior living community located in Marysville, Ohio. We offer exceptional assisted living and memory care services that prioritize hospitality, happiness, and the comfort of our residents. At Walnut Crossing, our award-winning programs are designed with a personalized...
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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.
Blanchard Place is an assisted living community located in Kenton, Ohio. We are on the east side of town. We are close enough to town for nearby activities yet far enough away to enjoy peaceful countryside living. Our thoughtfully designed community includes both social and safety amenities: ...
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Finding DeWolfe has been a blessing. I give a 4 star grade for Cleanliness, Activities, and Value. Staff, meals, and quality of care get a grade of 5 as well as our overall experience. Dad passed in March....
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.
DeWolfe Place is an assisted living community located in Marion, Ohio. We are two blocks west of Garfield Park and several entertainment options are nearby. Our beautifully landscaped grounds include a private courtyard that provides the perfect setting for our residents to work in the garden,...
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Heritage of Marysville is a great place for my husband. Great food! Caring staff who are very professional. My husband likes the social hour in the pub, too. Doctor in house twice a week and quick on extra...
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.
It’s where finding your passion meets great care. If you’re looking for a senior living community where you can redefine your independence, then our Assisted Living and memory care community in Marysville, Ohio, might be the right fit for you. Located next to Greenwood Park, you and your...
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My wife is doing very well since her move, she really likes it there. The bingo is fun and the food is very good. Everything has been just fine, it is all furnished and it is only 5 mins away from my home....
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.
Brookdale Marion is a senior living community offering exceptional and highly personalized assisted living and memory care services in historic Marion, Ohio. Marion is a family-friendly city that features several museums, annual festivals, as well as other fun events happening throughout the...
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My mom had lived here for over a year now and I can't express to you the turn around it has had. [Name removed], Executive Director, is the most amazing person. Him and his staff does an excellent job and...
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.
Carriage Court is a warm, comfortable senior living facility. It is not a nursing home. It's retirement living in a small, friendly, family-like setting. You can come and go as you choose, using your personal transportation or by taking advantage of our scheduled...
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Everybody has been very personal and wonderful to work with and I have built a relationship with the staff I feel as they treat me like family not just a number.
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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.
Sarah Moore Community is an assisted living community available to seniors who are looking to call Delaware, OH their home. Those who are looking to live in a city that has a rich history will find that this community is the right place for them. Those who are visiting residents of this community...
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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I think they do a great job at Kingston Residence of Marion! The staff here is friendly and helpful, and they do a great job looking after the people who live here. The facility is well kept and clean, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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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I have moved my mom to Bluebird last month. Excellent experience. I live several miles away, did an unexpected visit and was very impressed. The room was very clean, sheets changed and clean, laundry was...
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.
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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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.
Monarch Assisted Living is located in the heart of Marysville, OH and is Union County's only continuing care facility. Our Assisted Living was completed in 2020 and offers luxury senior living at an affordable price. Some of our campus features include: one bedroom suites and apartments equipped...
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, 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Essex, OH
The average cost of senior living in Essex is $4,726 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Morral, OH with an average of $4,277 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex, OH vs. nearby cities
Essex, OH
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex, OH vs. the state and national average
Essex, OH
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essex vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Essex, OH by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Essex over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Essex, OH
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What families are saying about assisted living in Essex
Recent reviews for assisted living in Essex
Carriage Court of Marysville
4.0
The staff at Carriage Court is excellent! They all seem to really like their jobs and it shows with the care that the residents receive.
The Ganzhorn Suites of Powell
4.6
Ganzhorn has been our mother’s home for awhile, and has become part of our extended family. The staff knows each resident-their likes, dislikes, smile buttons, and the friendships between residents. Ganzhorn holds weekly Happy Hours with live music, which are very popular family gatherings, as ...
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Westbrook Assisted Living and Memory Care in Upper Sandusky, OH
5.0
[name removed] has been so helpful to us in arranging visits with my mom. We appreciate all the staff does to keep the resident here safe. We all look forward to when [name removed] can plan he fun actives again.
Essex review score based on 56 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 56 reviews of 17 Essex assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Essex 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
Essex review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Essex 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 56 reviews of 17 Essex assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Essex 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.Essex, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
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Essex assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex, 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 Essex 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 Essex that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.3%
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
47.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex 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 Essex Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essex, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex 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 Essex partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essex, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.3%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex 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 Essex communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essex, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.3%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex 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 Essex offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essex, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Essex
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 Essex protect seniors.
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Walnut Crossing, Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place and DeWolfe Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Essex, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 20 assisted living facilities near Essex, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Essex, Ohio are Walnut Crossing and Trustwell Living at Blanchard Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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- Ashley, Ohio
- West Jackson, Ohio
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