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Assisted living costs in Portage County average about $4,483 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 382 communities in Portage County. Our detailed directory has 5817 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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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 Vista Springs Ravinia Estate!Welcome to Vista Springs Ravinia Estate, a luxury resort-style retirement community where community members live every day with passion and inspiration. Our Full of Life philosophy transforms expectations of retirement living into experiences that are truly...
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Small homelike senior living apartments are a good size for the price staff are always friendly and inviting and easy to talk to. Activities keep my mom engaged and I enjoy her telling me about the things...
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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.
Levy Gardens is a Jewish assisted living community located in the growing town of Youngstown, OH. Youngstown is located in Trumbull and Mahoning Counties, and home to just over 67,000 people. Youngstown has a lot of new shops, stores and great restaurants allowing residents the opportunity to do...
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floor care is becoming scarce. no activities as far as I'm aware of. When my sister first came back in December of 2022 there were nurses and aids running around everywhere but they're very scarce now…1...
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.
Savor the lifestyle at The Woodlands of Shaker Heights, an Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Shaker Heights, Ohio, that offers a bed-and-breakfast-style environment. Our residents are warmhearted, interesting people who enjoy the freedom of Assisted Living — freedom from the worries...
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My mom has been living in the memory unit at Coal Ridge for the past year. The staff is wonderful, the aides are caring and gentle and helpful. The facility is clean and nicely decorated. It feels like a...
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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.
At The Inn at CoalRidge we are committed to delivering the best in senior assisted living. With a caring, professional, and friendly team, our goal is to ensure that each resident receives the utmost in personalized care and services. We treat your loved ones as our 'Mothers and Fathers,...
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The staff are wonderful and caring people! They are great to work with and were very patient and supportive as we went through the intake process.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Living at Liberty Residence gives ourresidents every opportunity to keepactive, stay involved and age gracefully.Home Cooked MealsOur chefs plan meals that are similar to recipesthat residents have prepared over the years. Fresh fruits and vegetables accompany every meal.Housekeeping and...
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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.
Hospitality House includes a Skilled Nursing facility that is rated 4 stars by Medicare's 'Nursing Home Compare.' We offer 3 levels of service: Skilled Nursing, Assisted living, and Independent Living. Our small campus allows our residents to age in place and not face moves to other facilities as...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Richmond Heights Place and they have been quite good. Tolerant of my loved one's mental shortcomings. He lives there quite comfortably. The facility is kept clean. My...
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.
We understand how it feels to spend decades taking care of other people. That’s why we think you deserve an opportunity to exchange the stress of household maintenance, chores and isolation for an active and vibrant community of assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing and rehabilitation...
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Everything is working out well for my uncle with his move to this community. They are taking very good care of him, and his needs. This is a lovely community, and I'am pleased with all they have done for us....
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.
Kemper House As a licensed residential care facility, Kemper House is dedicated to caring for individuals with all stages and all types of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We welcome tours seven days a week and encourage you to stop in anytime. Kemper House is designed to offer...
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I like it a lot! Everything I asked for moving my mom in, I got. The staff is caring . They call me if my mom needs anything. I call them with questions, concerns and scheduling information. The facility is...
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.
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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My experience with Judson Park was AMAZING! I worked with [name removed] who was wonderful. She accommodated us in every possible way. We joined in a lunch one day and then Happy Hour and a dinner on...
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.
Judson Park is a continuing care retirement community owned and operated by Cleveland-based not-for-profit Judson Services, Inc. Judson has been providing senior living services in Northern Ohio since 1906. Judson Park offers independent and assisted living apartments, memory support services,...
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Our grandmother is there now and she is enjoying her stay at The Inn. The staff members have been very wonderful and help. They did such a great job keeping our loved one and all the residents safe during...
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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.
We are a state of the art assisted living located minutes from downtown Massillon and Canton. University Village consists of 99 suites, 34 of which are considered 'Special Care' and 'Memory Care' that will meet the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's and Dementia. The suites range in size and...
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I am very happy with the care that is given from a wonderful community. The staff is excellent in every day. The community is clean and enjoyable. They offer excellent meals. And the activities are wonderful...
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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.
The Commons of Greenbriar, one of the area's finest assisted living residences has been created to offer the luxury of service, the company of friends and the ease of worry-free living to discerning adults who deserve to live the good life. Dedicated, highly trained associates promote a sense of...
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Facility is very nice. Food is a neutral. Heavy doors on apts and no handicap access to get out of door. My mother can not open on her own. Very clean and staff have been nice.
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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.
McGregor Assisted LivingNestled on a 45-acre estate among maturetrees, gardens and walking paths, we offermaintenance-free living. At McGregor,we’re committed to your personal well-beingand making your life easier.When you choose McGregor Assisted Livingyou make safety and health a priority...
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The staff was wonderful. From the aides, kitchen staff, housekeeping etc. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
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 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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My mom and our family loved Vista Springs. The facility and staff are wonderful. My mother unfortunately passed away last September. My mom was so happy there. The staff are so caring and wonderful. They...
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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 Vista Springs Quail Highlands!If you've enjoyed the best life has to offer, there's no reason to stop now...you will feel right at home at Vista Springs Quail Highlands in Painsville, Ohio. Nestled in a quiet corner of Concord Township, we welcome you to experience next generation,...
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If you are looking for a perfect, affordable place for Mom, we highly recommend A Place to Call Home Elderly Care. Our Mom has lived in this private assisted living home for well over a year and we are truly...
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.
A Place to Call HomeA Place to Call Home is a senior care home located in the quaint city of Strongsville, Ohio, in Cuyahoga county. Our peaceful community is located on one-hAssisted Living acre of beautiful wooded countryside. The city of Strongsville is a suburb of Cleveland and boasts a...
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This community is clean and I would recommend it. They are able to help by providing my mom with the special diet she needs. They offer daily activities. The staff are friendly and there is good...
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.
East Park Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Cleveland, OH. This city is home to Playhouse Square Center, the nation's second-largest performing arts center, and is widely known for its rich culture. The Playhouse Square Center hosts music events, speaking...
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I cannot say enough nice things about the entire staff at Juniper Village. The facility is a little dated; however, I think that is what adds to the comfort and coziness for many senior residents. They...
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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.
Juniper Village at the Shenango Inn is a warm and comfortable home to approximately 100 residents. We nurture the spirit of life in each individual through our distinctive senior living programs that encourage active bodies, engaged minds and fulfilled spirits. At Juniper Village at the Shenango...
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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.
Thank you for your inquiry into O'Neill Healthcare Lakewood--Lakewood's only continuum of care community. Our Independent Living provides many senior services which other apartment complexes do not, such as: a full daily breakfast included in rent, an optional all-inclusive meal plan for an...
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The staff has made my mother feel very welcome and a part of the community. They have been wonderful about communicating my mothers needs and identifying services that will benefit her.
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.
Embassy of Rockport is one of the most affordable, social communities on the Westside. We are locally owned by a wonderful, caring family and have the same core staff since our doors opened 20 years ago. Our private suites feature 3 large panel windows, private bathroom, kitchenette, and large...
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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.
Located near Lake Erie on more than 30 acres of beautifully landscaped, wooded grounds, Normandy Care Center is a 150-bed, licensed, full service skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility.There are 50 private rooms with private baths and 50 semi-private rooms that are spacious, tastefully...
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What we like about The Renaissance are the shows that they put on over the holidays and moms ability to play cards with various people every other day .And also the mass that they also have on Sunday
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.
Living life to the fullest Independent Living at Eliza Jennings is an ideal choice for older adults wishing to enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle without the day-to-day worries of managing a typical home. Everything we do is guided by one's preferences and choices, and we are dedicated to promoting...
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As of late they have hired contract nurses for weekend support. The contract nurses have been quick to send my father to the hospital for treatment/ evaluation when it's questionable if it's warranted. ...
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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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We chose Emerald Green because they are very clean. The Staff knew the residents by name. The staff went over and above to accommodate our care needs. The food was good. They could use more servers. We were...
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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.
Located in the upscale, welcoming community of North Olmsted, Ohio, Emerald Village Retirement Community is an assisted living community that provides a wide range of benefits. Located minutes from the mall, hundreds of restaurants, and the MetroParks, our community is the ideal place to call...
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The physical building is being renovated and the staff is friendly and attentive and we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Retirement should look like doing what you want when you want. And Concord Reserve offers exactly that lifestyle.Celebrating 90 years, at our Continuing Care Retirement Community, formerly Lutheran Home, you can indulge in your retirement and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your future...

Cost of assisted living in Portage County, OH

The average cost of senior living in Portage County is $4,483 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lordstown, OH with an average of $3,911 per month.

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

Portage County, OH
$4,483/mo
$4,725/mo
$4,967/mo

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

Portage County, OH
$4,483/mo
$4,895/mo
U.S. national average
$4,710/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,483/mo
$4,619/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,549/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,209/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,082/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,790/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$4,483/mo$4,895/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,619/mo$4,904/mo$4,962/mo
Independent Living$4,243/mo$3,982/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Portage County, OH:$4,483/mo
Ohio:$4,895/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Portage County, OH:$4,619/mo
Ohio:$4,904/mo
U.S.:$4,962/mo
Independent Living
Portage County, OH:$4,243/mo
Ohio:$3,982/mo
U.S.:$4,167/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.

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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 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Portage County, OH$5,332/mo$4,949/mo+7.7%
Ohio$5,190/mo$5,023/mo+3.3%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Portage County, OH
2024 average cost:$5,332/mo
2023 average cost:$4,949/mo
Percent change:+7.7%
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2024 average cost:$5,190/mo
2023 average cost:$5,023/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/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 1,355 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 1355 reviews of 343 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

8.1
Portage County, OH343 facilities
8.8
Ravenna, OH7 facilities
7.1
Mantua, OH10 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 1,355 reviews of 343 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
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.6
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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*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
59.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
51.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.1%
52.5%
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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
63.8%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.6%
13.7%
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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
44%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.5%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
42.6%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
17.5%
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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
34.1%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.8%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
40.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
18.1%
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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
55.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.1%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.1%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.2%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.6%
47%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
46.1%
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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

Vista Veranda, Independence Village of Aurora and Danbury Hudson are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Portage County, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 382 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, Reward Senior Care of Lisbon and Whispering Pines Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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