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Assisted living costs in Peru average about $5,176 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 174 communities in Peru. Our detailed directory has 2317 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Norwalk, Sandusky and Shelby.

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 would give it a 4.5. Very Good Clean and Personal. Professional and friendly staff safe. More personable atmosphere not to many people small facility. 6-7 people
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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I lived here for about 2 years. Enjoyed my time there. If physically able to return, I would. Maintenance response time was less than 1/2 hour to 2 hours. Never had problems with staff or other residents....
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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Moving our grandmother into Wesleyan Village has been an exceptional experience. She’s blind in one eye and has limited vision in the other, so finding a comfortable, supportive place was crucial. [name...
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.
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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Such a lovely place. You can tell the place is cleaned often. The nursing staff are friendly and seem like they really care. The STNAs are quick to help. The therapy people are professional and helpful. I...
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.
Welcome to Legacy Place Parma! Legacy Place is located in Parma Ohio, close to shopping, restaurants, businesses, hospitals and all of the cultural amenities the greater Cleveland area has to offer. Our many services and caring staff make Legacy Place is the perfect choice for seniors who are no...
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Everyone was nice and smiling for the most part. Spacious eating area. Daily activities. The big thing that stuck out was the minimum length of stay for respite. 2 weeks was the minimum which no other...
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.
Middleburg Heights Assisted Living is a privately-owned and operated Assisted Living and Memory Care community located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. After purchasing the facility from Paramount Senior Living, Middleburg Heights Assisted Living was established in 2023.Middleburg Heights Assisted...
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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.
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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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.
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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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My mother had been a resident in AL for the past 6 years and everyone there met all our expectations and more. My mom has passed recently and now is resting in peace. Thank you everyone there at the Commons...
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.
Designed by an internationally-known Interior Design firm. The Commons of Providence offers a distinctive living environment. Conveniently located between Cleveland and Toledo. The Commons of Providence is situated on 72 peaceful acres overlooking 5 1/2 A. lake. Here, residents can enjoy a...
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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, 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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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
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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, 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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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.
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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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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.
The Vineyard On Catawba is a beautiful assisted living community located on the shores of Lake Erie in scenic Port Clinton, OH. Offering a gorgeous 57-acre campus of sprawling lawns, lakeside gazebos, and paved walking paths, seniors looking for an idyllic atmosphere perfect for peacefully...
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
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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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.
For more than 20 years, Bethany Place Retirement Community has provided a home-like environment in a comfortable apartment setting. A ministry of Lutheran Homes Society since 1999, Bethany Place caters to those 60 and over and offers residents an attractive residential setting, yet is...
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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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Peru, OH

The average cost of senior living in Peru is $5,176 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milan, OH with an average of $4,244 per month.

Assisted living costs in Peru, OH, vs. state and national averages

Peru, OH
$5,176/mo
$5,687/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Peru, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,176/mo
$7,045/mo

Assisted living costs in Peru, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,688/mo
Studio
$4,379/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,165/mo

Senior living costs in Peru vs. state and 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 destination: Peru, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typePeru, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$5,176/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,045/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Livingunavailable$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Peru, OH:$5,176/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Peru, OH:$7,045/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Peru, OH:unavailable
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Peru, OH

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Peru.

What families are saying about assisted living in Peru

Recent reviews for assisted living in Peru

Devon Oaks Assisted Living in Westlake, OH

4.9
Everyone at Devon Oaks is incredibly kind and caring. They work closely with residents’ families. The food is fantastic and the residents are like family to each other. Everything is clean and well kept. It truly is a wonderful place. We feel so lucky to have found it and breathe a sigh of ...
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Otterbein North Olmsted SeniorLife Community

5.0
My mother moved into Emerald Village in [date removed] . This is a wonderful place. The building and grounds are lovely and kept spotless, the apartments are very nice, the food is excellent and the staff is the best! My brother and I have been more than impressed with the nurses, who endured ...
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Cardinal Court Transitional Assisted Living and Memory Care in Strongsville, OH

4.7
We chose Cardinal Court because of the value for the money, it was quite a big difference compared to others facilities that we were looking into. It is also smaller so it is more of a close knit community. We had a really good experience, they did a nice job all the way around. I would ...
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Peru review score based on 543 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 543 reviews of 164 Peru assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Peru 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

Peru review score compared against nearby cities

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Peru, OH164 facilities
9.2
Sandusky, OH0 facilities
8.7
Bucyrus, OH0 facilities

Review subcategories for Peru 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 543 reviews of 164 Peru assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Peru 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.
Peru, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
3.6
Friendliness
4.2
3.7
Care services
3.8
3.3
Staff
4.1
3.5
Meals & dining
3.8
3.2
Activities
3.9
3.2
Value for cost*
3.7
3.3
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Peru assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Peru assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Peru, 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 Peru 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 Peru that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Peru, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.5%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.9%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.7%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.6%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.9%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Peru 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 Peru Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Peru, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.2%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30.5%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Peru 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 Peru partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Peru, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.3%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.2%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Peru 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 Peru communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Peru, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.9%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Peru 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 Peru offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Peru, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.6%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.3%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.2%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.7%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
41.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Peru

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Peru protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Arden Courts Parma, A Memory Care Community, The Waterford at Mansfield and Independence Village of Avon Lake are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Peru, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 174 assisted living facilities near Peru, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Peru, Ohio are Arden Courts Parma, A Memory Care Community, The Waterford at Mansfield and Independence Village of Avon Lake. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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