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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Portage County, OH

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Assisted living costs in Portage County average about $5,246 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 383 communities in Portage County. Our detailed directory has 6411 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Twinsburg, Solon and Akron.

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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Photo of The Reserve at Brentwood
55 Photos available
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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Photo of Aventura at Humility House
1010 Photos available
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Aventura at Humility House, we focus on the unique needs and wants of our seniors, while working collaboratively with residents and their families. Our team of caregivers aim to design a custom person-centered approach to nurturing one's true self. Residences and communal areas at Aventura at...
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Photo of Resorts at Daughters of Miriam
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Staff is really great and thee place is so nice look at the pictures, the team really does go above and beyond. i feel very relieved knowing we found a place for my mom bc we have been looking for a long...
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.
Resorts at Daughters of Miriam is a secure, 25-apartment memory care assisted living community dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for individuals living with dementia. Our caring team creates a safe, supportive environment where residents can thrive while offering families...
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Photo of Western Reserve Masonic Community
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Talk to people, staff should acknowledge you and encourage questions and be helpful. Also talk to residents. I suggest visiting on more than one occasion, if you have the opportunity. I started looking at...
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.
Western Reserve Masonic Community is located Right off I-71 and Route 18, just minutes from Medina’s Public Square sitting and sits on a total of 229 acres. WRMC is the only Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Medina County making it the only community that offers a full spectrum of...
Photo of StoryPoint Parma
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5's across the board in every category. Her quality of life has improved 100%! They keep the rooms very clean there. There's never any foul smells in the air. They seem to personally care about the people...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Parma! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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Photo of Brookdale Wooster
2020 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.0
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What we like the most about Brookdale Wooster is the friendliness of the staff and the cleanliness. [name removed] was wonderful. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the...
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.
Good Times with Good FriendsIf you are looking for a place that lets you embrace a new way of life, look no further. Located in a small neighborhood of Wooster, Ohio, our assisted living and memory care residents experience the best of everything senior living has to offer. From a warm and...
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Photo of Independence Village Memory Care of Avon Lake
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This Independence Village has exceptional staff and my apartment has been just "right". My husband died in May of last year. The staff and residents could not have been more caring and supportive. Their...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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...
Photo of The Ganzhorn Suites of Avon
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After visiting other facilities The Ganzhorn did not have the same feeling of a nursing home/memory care place like the others. Felt comfortable and homelike. Have felt very comfortable having my mom there....
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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Photo of Rose Senior Living Avon
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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99% of the staff (especially the aids), are excellent. I do have issues with one nurse who refuses to communicate well. But the aids more than make up for her lacking professionalism/care. I don’t consider...
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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Photo of Aria at Gates Mills
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The staff was amazing with my mom and provided much needed support for dad. Facility was clean and the residents well cared for. Once my mom passed, it was hard to get a refund for the rest of the month she...
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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Photo of Poland Village Assisted Living
2323 Photos available
7.9
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33 reviews
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It seemed very pleasant. Although I have heard. Since the change in owner. They may be placing people into assisted living who may need more supervision. Sometimes the levels get mixed in. The rooms were...
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.
At Wickshire Poland, it’s not about age. It’s about life. If you’re searching for an outstanding assisted living or memory care community in Poland, Ohio, look no further than Wickshire Poland. Our highly trained team, which has been with our community for years, offers residents a warm and...
Photo of The Preserve Senior Living Mentor Ridge
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My dad has been there for a year. He seems happy. He seems to be well cared for. He sometimes complains about the food. That is pretty minor as far as I am concerned.
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.
Thank you for exploring The Preserve at Mentor Ridge. Experience around-the-clock care in a lavish setting at Mentor’s premier assisted living community – The Preserve at Mentor Ridge. Nestled into a healthcare community on Mentor’s Newell Creek Preserve, the property provides assisted living...
Photo of The Gardens At Liberty Park
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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I can't score the food as I haven't had that. I believe all the others would be a 5. What we like the most about the community is The ease of getting in and out of the facility, friendliness of staff and the...
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.
The Gardens at Liberty Park sits on over five beautiful acres and is conveniently located within 20 minutes of Akron and Cleveland. We provide a tranquil setting, with close proximity to beautiful parks, shopping, and restaurants. Rooms are designed to provide comfort, natural light and...
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Photo of Mount Alverna Village
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Overall, it's been a pleasant experience, but the only thing they really have to improve on is the quality of their food. We really like that it's Catholic, because religion and having a relationship with...
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.
Mount Alverna Village – Parma, OhioSituated on 24 picturesque acres in Parma, Ohio, Mount Alverna Village offers a welcoming, faith-based senior living community where residents can enjoy an enriching lifestyle with access to the care they need—now and in the future.We provide a full continuum of...
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Photo of Fairmont of Westlake
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The staff is wonderful, The really care about her health and happiness. Yes, we would recommend Fairmont of Westlake to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
The Assisted Living program at Fairmont of Westlake provides residents with a combination of security and freedom, making it an ideal environment for older individuals who value their autonomy and independence, but may find themselves needing help with certain activities on a day-to-day...
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Photo of StoryPoint Shaker Heights
5757 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
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My mother only lived at Story Point Shaker Heights two weeks before she died. But it was an important time for her, for us, for visitors. Most of that time she was fully interactive although she didn't get...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Shaker Heights! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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Photo of Vitalia Senior Residences Westlake
1111 Photos available
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The value for cost is a borderline 5. Vitalia is a bit pricier than some similar facilities, but also would deal with my mom's gluten allergy when others wouldn't. What we like the most about the community...
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.
Vitalia Senior Residences at Westlake is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Westlake, Ohio that also offers the option to move in independently. We have an age in place model and take pride in supporting our residents while also encouraging their independence. Life at Vitalia...
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Photo of Beachwood Commons by New Perspective
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff is friendly, supportive, and always willing to help. The food is generally good, but it could benefit from a little more variety. At times, meals are not served as hot as they should be, which...
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.
Pull up to Beachwood Commons, and you’ll see a beautiful community accented with dappled stone, majestic pillars, and a cinnamon-hued roof. Venture inside and you’ll find that same warmth in the remarkable care and stellar surroundings. Your comfort and fulfillment are top priorities here. Relax...
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Photo of Vitalia Active Adult Community North Royalton
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Facility and staff are great. Only issue is that maintenance requests often take longer than I would like. Personally think there should be an additional maintenance person as the two maintenance men, who...
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.
Vitalia North Royalton opened Spring of 2022, in the heart of the community. This is a vivacious environment for seniors looking to thrive in a place with as little or as much care as necessary. Known in Northeast Ohio, for our burgeoning Active Adult Lifestyle, friends and families of Vitalia...
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Photo of Eden Vista of Stow
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Eden Stow staff are professional and mom has settled in nicely. The staff are friendly and attentive to residents. The only complaint is they don't do enough showers for residents and there slow on changing...
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.
Eden Vista of Stow is a luxurious senior living community offering assisted living and Alzheimer's and dementia care for seniors in the Stow, Ohio area. Stow is just north of Akron in a rural area known for its beautiful scenery and delightful shopping opportunities in downtown Stow and other...
Photo of Ohio Living Rockynol
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My brother [name removed] was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease almost 2years ago now. We (his family) are spread out across the country, but, as the and the one sibling located in his home town, and he...
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.
Ohio Living Rockynol is one of 12 life plan communities owned and operated by Ohio Living, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. As a life plan community located in the heart of West Akron, Ohio Living Rockynol offers independent living apartments, assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, long-term...
Photo of Haven at Lakewood
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Have and Lakewood is a great facility. It is expensive, but staff is responsive and top notch. I cannot say enough. And I mean that from the caring and responsive mgmnt/staff right down to the quality of...
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.
Haven at Lakewood is a senior living residence located on tree-lined Marlowe Avenue in the heart of historic, vibrant Lakewood, Ohio. We compassionately serve our residents and their families each day by providing residences that offer the space, privacy, and amenities of home, personalized...
Photo of Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Polite, inviting, informative, asking questions about what I was looking for and getting a sense of what they could offer to help them settle in easier. Spacious, natural light, clean surroundings. Friendly...
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.
Welcome to a new kind of senior living at Brooklyn Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care located in beautiful Brooklyn, Ohio. The community opened in November, 2018 with all new, state of the art programming for seniors needing Assisted Living or Memory Care. With a focus on wellness and...
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Photo of Forest Hills Place
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The staff seemed attentive, the environment warm as I toured. Now that my Mom is a resident, that still holds true. Very easy to communicate needs and get things done.
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.
Forest Hills Place is a community with big heart, we offer personalized service for seniors needing assisted living and also memory care for those with dementia. We are located in a quiet wooded neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio just east of Forest Hill Park. Your health and safety is a top...
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Photo of StoryPoint Medina West
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I am living at Story Point and it fits my needs and the people working here are very caring and respectful and attentive. I would recommend StoryPoint to others who are searching for senior living.
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 StoryPoint Medina West! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we...
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Cost of assisted living in Portage County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Portage County is $5,246 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Craig Beach, OH with an average of $4,503 per month.

Assisted living costs in Portage County, OH, vs. nearby counties

Portage County, OH
$5,246/mo

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

Portage County, OH
$5,246/mo
$5,687/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Portage County, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,246/mo
$6,218/mo

Assisted living costs in Portage County, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,713/mo
Studio
$4,405/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,968/mo

Senior living costs in Portage County 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: Portage County, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typePortage County, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$5,246/mo$5,687/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,218/mo$6,894/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,202/mo$3,241/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Portage County, OH:$5,246/mo
Ohio:$5,687/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Portage County, OH:$6,218/mo
Ohio:$6,894/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Portage County, OH:$3,202/mo
Ohio:$3,241/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Portage County, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Portage County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Portage County, OHOH stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Portage County, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Portage County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Portage County, OH$5,505/mo$5,204/mo+5.8%
Ohio$5,250/mo$5,084/mo+3.3%
National$5,462/mo$5,210/mo+4.8%
Portage County, OH
2024 average cost:$5,505/mo
2023 average cost:$5,204/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$5,250/mo
2023 average cost:$5,084/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,462/mo
2023 average cost:$5,210/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Portage County, 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 Portage County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Portage County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Portage County

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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The Inn at University Village in Massillon, OH

5.0
The staff they have at this community are really nice and we could not be happier with them, however mom thinks they could use some more staff. The community is pretty active. Mom is the memory care unit and there are less activities available. She loves the food and the community is nice. ...
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The Shenango Inn in Sharon, PA

4.0
This community is an old hotel that they have converted into a senior community. The staff have been helpful, encouraging and understanding. The residents are friendly. Mom has not complained about the food. They have a nice outdoor porch for the residents to enjoy. This is a relaxed community ...
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Portage County review score based on 1,473 family reviews

8.2
Review score346 facilities1473 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1473 reviews of 346 Portage County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Portage County 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

Portage County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Portage County, OH346 facilities
9.0
Summit County, OH0 facilities
7.7
Geauga County, OH0 facilities

Review subcategories for Portage County 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 1,473 reviews of 346 Portage County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Portage County 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.
Portage County, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.6
Friendliness
3.9
3.6
Care services
3.5
3.3
Staff
3.8
3.5
Meals & dining
3.5
3.2
Activities
3.5
3.2
Value for cost*
3.4
3.3
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Portage County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Portage County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Portage County, 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 Portage County 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 Portage County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.6%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.1%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.7%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.5%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Portage County 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 Portage County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.3%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.6%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Portage County 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 Portage County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.1%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.6%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.9%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Portage County 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 Portage County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Portage County, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
42.2%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.4%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Portage County 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 Portage County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Portage County, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
56.6%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.6%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.5%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.6%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.7%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.6%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.6%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
36.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.9%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Portage County

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 Portage County protect seniors.
Learn about Ohio assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Kentridge Senior Living, Vista Veranda and Independence Village of Aurora are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portage County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 383 assisted living facilities near Portage County, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Portage County, Ohio are Arden Courts Parma, A Memory Care Community, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Barberton Pointe Senior Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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