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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cincinnati, OH

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Cincinnati, Ohio, is a bustling Midwestern metropolis with a growing senior population. Cincinnati prides itself on its action plans to boost accessibility and senior-friendliness, making it a great place to retire. The city boasts several reputable universities, captivating museums, major league sports teams, and its impressive Art Deco architectural structures. Among its many senior living options, browse Cincinnati assisted living communities, where seniors can live as independently as they like, with on-site care services to support their health and boost their quality of life.

We’ve created this guide to Cincinnati assisted living facilities based on our extensive senior living experience, proprietary data, and access to local senior living experts. The data and listings in this guide are from our 32 assisted living partners within a 10-mile radius of the Cincinnati city center. As this range overlaps with Kentucky, we’ve included relevant information for residents of that state. Find information about payment options, health and safety regulations, and other resources for Cincinnati seniors below.

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Overall, I would rate Celebration Villa of Highland Crossing as an excellent facility. I also wanted to mention [name removed] who was absolutely wonderful and welcoming at a time when I was going through a lot of personal issues with my Mom.

3.9 / 5.0

This is a good place to live. There is a shortage of staff currently; however, this is everywhere. The communication with the staff is good if I have questions. The food is okay most of the time for my friend.

5 / 5.0

This community is a good fit and has a positive environment. The staff are taking good care of my uncle. We are also happy with the staff and all they do for my uncle. Communication between our advocate and community is good. If anyone needs senior care, I would recommend them

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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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.
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 Airy Hills at North Bend Crossing, convenient care services and luxury senior living amenities combine to create the engaging, worry-free lifestyle you desire. Here, your monthly rent includes everything from services and amenities to social, cultural and recreational opportunities with access...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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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We are happy with the staff at this community for my brother. He is always taken care of by the staff. The grounds and the rooms are very clean at all times. He is doing great at this community and we would...
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.
The Alois Alzheimer Center was established in 1987 as the first care center in the nation to specialize in working with those with Alzheimer's disease and/or related dementia.  We offer a full continuum of care, from Assisted Living to Nursing Care to End of Life care.  Our four...
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We have only visited him two or three times there, sometimes it seems good and sometimes it seems not so good. I think a lot of that is what is going on with him and the kind of patients they have. They have...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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They are overcrowded, but I think they all are. It means a lot when the nurse comes in and gives them a hug and a kiss on the cheek. He would just get the biggest smile. Anything he needed they gave him....
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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.
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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The staff gave a wonderful tour of the community. This would have been my first choice except that the apt was just too small for what I was looking for. The community was beautiful and the pricing was...
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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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Pristine Senior Living is an incredible asset to the Cincinnati community for several reasons. Not only are they fantastic caregivers, but they are also generous and knowledgeable regarding treatments and...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Premier Health Care Management originally built Forest Hills Care Center in 2010 as a Skilled Nursing and Long Term Care Facility. In 2019, FHCC opened up a state-of-the-art Assisted Living wing. Our Assisted Living consists of 24 1-bedroom apartments located in Anderson Township, Ohio. The 877...
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I would move my mom into Meadowbrook again if I had to. It is very conveniently located to the hospital which is nice. Whenever we called them they were quick to answer and I think she got good, personalized...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Meadowbrook Care Center is a 156 bed skilled and intermediate 24 hour nursing facility. Meadowbrook has been serving the Northeast Cincinnati area for over 25 years, and is recognized as a progressive, compassionate community partner. Conveniently located in the desirable neighborhood of...
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My parents were very well cared for. I think they need to give more to the staff so they can keep the great care to the patients. I realize Your employees are as important as your patients. Your...
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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.
Brookwood Retirement Community is a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Brookwood offers Independent and Assisted Living Apartments, short term skilled nursing, and long term care all within the same facility. Brookwood's apartments are duel certified, meaning they are all both Independent and...
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The staff are very friendly. very helpful, and very caring. They do the best they can do to meet my mother's needs. I chose The Glen because it was in close proximity to my house and it seemed as good as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The spring/summer of 2023 hasn't been easy on my dad. He has been in and out of the hospital 5 times since April. We are so grateful that Eastgatespring and it's caring staff have been there to support us...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Costs of assisted living in the Cincinnati area

Cincinnati assisted living communities cost an average of $4,405 per month, according to A Place For Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This figure represents the actual amount paid in 2022 and 2023 by seniors referred to our Cincinnati assisted living partners. This cost includes rent plus the costs of add-ons like following:

  • Health care and therapy services
  • Pet fees
  • Parking and transportation
  • Room amenities
  • Salon and spa services
  • Special dietary accommodations
  • Concierge services
  • Community social outings

The rates outlined in the chart below represent a baseline of assisted living costs in the broader Cincinnati area before add-on fees.

Average cost comparisons near Cincinnati, OH

Average monthly costs

Cincinnati, OH

$5,181

How people pay for assisted living in Cincinnati

Cincinnati residents can combine several private and public assistance options to help pay for assisted living. Assessing your loved one’s particular financial position will help you determine the best way to pay for assisted living costs.

Private pay methods

Your loved one may be able to fund assisted living care in Cincinnati through private pay methods if they have the resources. Private pay methods can include any income source, such as your loved one’s savings, Social Security benefits, pensions, investment returns, and any of the following:

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Number of veterans who live in Cincinnati

About 74% of Cincinnati veterans are 55+.

If your senior loved one is a U.S. military veteran, they may qualify for assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Veterans pension benefits, such as Aid and Attendance or Housebound Allowance, can provide senior veterans and their surviving spouses with supplemental income to improve their quality of life. Like any type of regular income, some VA benefits can help cover the costs of long-term care services, including assisted living.[03]

Veterans service officers

The application process for veterans benefits can be frustrating. Even if your loved one qualifies, any errors in the application could keep them from receiving benefits. Successfully applying usually requires assistance or advocacy. You and your senior loved one can visit an Ohio Department of Veterans Affairs field office to receive assistance and referrals from your local veteran service officers. As fellow veterans who are trained and certified in benefits offerings, veteran services officers are there to help Ohio senior veterans take advantage of their eligibility.

Additional assistance with VA benefits

For assistance with finding veterans benefits, visit the Ohio Department of Veterans Services webpage or contact the local VA office. The Ohio Attorney General website offers information on additional community resources for veterans, including financial support, legal advocacy, housing assistance, and more.

Each state has veterans service organizations vetted by the VA, including Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled American Veterans offices. Find information on Cincinnati veteran service organizations below.

Resources for Cincinnati veterans

Cincinnati Veterans Centers

Cincinnati Veterans Center
4545 Montgomery Road
Norwood, OH 45212
Phone: 513-763-3500
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Hamilton County Veterans Service Office
230 E. Ninth St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: 513-946-3300
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Kentucky Veterans Affairs offices

Louisville Regional Office
321 W. Main St., Suite 390
Louisville, KY 40202
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs
1111B Louisville Road
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502-564-9203
Fax: 502-564-9240

Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS)

Ohio Department of Veterans Services
Verne Riff State Office Tower
77 S. High St., #7
Columbus, OH 43215

Additional Ohio veterans resources

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
VFW — Ohio
35 Chestnut St., Suite 506
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-224-1838

DAV — Ohio Department Headquarters
35 E. Chestnut St., Suite 503
Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: 614-221-3582

Cincinnati DAV Services Office
VA Medical Center
3200 Vine Street, Room B147
Cincinnati, OH 45220-2288
Phone: 513-475-6443

Medicaid

Medicaid is federal- and state-funded medical insurance for Americans with disabilities or low incomes. Each state’s Medicaid program varies; however, all Medicaid programs are required to follow federal guidelines. Medicaid in Ohio and Kentucky are simply referred to as Ohio Medicaid and Kentucky Medicaid, respectively. In order to receive Medicaid benefits, eligible seniors must be enrolled in a managed care organization (MCO), and the agency providing the care services must be contracted with that MCO.

Ohio Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid

Ohio Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid offers coverage for Ohio seniors and individuals with qualifying disabilities. To be eligible for ABD Medicaid, your senior loved one must meet Medicaid’s basic eligibility requirements, as well as one of the following criteria:

Qualifying seniors can use ABD Medicaid to cover costs of medical care, as well as some long-term care services.[03]

Medicaid waivers in Ohio and Kentucky

Medicaid programs will not cover the costs of room and board in an assisted living facility. However, Ohio and Kentucky seniors may be able to receive financial support with personal and medical care services in assisted living through home and community based services (HCBS) waivers, which are offered by both states’ Medicaid programs.

Ohio Assisted Living Medicaid waiver

Ohio Medicaid offers an Assisted Living Waiver program that is intended to provide coverage for qualified Ohio residents in an assisted living community. The Assisted Living Medicaid waiver will not cover costs of room and board; however, it will cover costs associated with personal care and medical care, including dementia care.

Eligible Ohio residents can use the Assisted Living Medicaid waiver for two categories of services: Assisted living services and community transitional services. Assisted living services include the following:

  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Housekeeping, laundry, and meal preparation
  • Nursing services
  • Recreational programs
  • Transportation services
  • Daily meals

Community transitional services typically consist of moving a senior from a skilled nursing facility to an assisted living or memory care community. Moving the senior’s household belongings and furniture is part of transitional care.[04]

Ohio PASSPORT waivers

The Ohio PASSPORT waiver is designed to cover care for people who need a nursing facility level of care but choose to live in the community instead of in a skilled nursing facility. This home and community based services waiver is for Ohio residents age 60 and over. Seniors who qualify can use the PASSPORT waiver to cover the cost of care in their own home, an assisted living facility, or another senior living facility, rather than move into a skilled nursing facility.

The PASSPORT waiver can cover costs of care services such as the following:

  • Personal care, which may include housekeeping, meal preparation, and assistance with activities of daily living
  • Nutritional support and meal delivery
  • Adult day services
  • Transportation to medical appointments
  • Medical equipment

PASSPORT waivers also include basic Medicaid coverage and may cover costs such as physician visits, prescription medications, and hospital stays.[05]

Kentucky Home and Community Based waiver

Kentucky Medicaid also offers the Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver, which Cincinnati seniors on the Kentucky side of the state line can take advantage of. Kentucky’s HCB waiver can cover the costs of services such as the following:

  • Adult day support and respite care
  • Personal care services
  • Simple home modifications
  • Meal services

Similar to Ohio’s HCBS waivers, Kentucky Medicaid HCB waivers have certain eligibility requirements. In addition to meeting regular Medicaid eligibility requirements, Kentucky residents must be aged 65 or older or have a qualifying disability, and they must require a nursing facility level of care in order to use this waiver.[06]

Where to get more assistance in Ohio

Ohio Medicaid recipients can manage their care through the Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline Member Portal. The Ohio Department of Aging has several area agencies on aging (AAAs) where Ohio residents can receive additional support with Medicare, Medicaid, and other services. A long-term care ombudsman can provide advice and advocacy on your loved one’s rights as a resident in senior living.

Where to get more assistance in Kentucky

Kentucky seniors can use the Kynect website to learn more about Medicaid benefits eligibility and access their benefits. Residents also have their own area agencies on aging, ombudsman advocacy, and more.

Cincinnati resident Medicaid resources

Ohio Medicaid support

Ohio Medicaid Member Portal
Phone: 800-324-8680

Ohio Department of Medicaid
50 W. Town St., Suite 400
Columbus, OH 43215

Ohio Area Agencies on Aging

Council on Aging of Southwestern Ohio
4601 Malsbary Road
Blue Ash, OH 45242
Phone: 800-252-0155

Pro Seniors Long-Term Care Ombudsman
7162 Reading Road, Suite 1150
Cincinnati, OH 45237
Phone: 800-488-6070

Medicare

Medicare is a federal program designed to extend health coverage to Americans 65 or older and individuals with qualifying disabilities. As a federal program, Medicare eligibility requirements will be the same in both Ohio and Kentucky. Medicare has multiple parts that cover different aspects of health care, such as the following:

  • Inpatient hospital stays or skilled nursing care
  • Doctors’ services, medical services, and medical supplies
  • Prescription medications

While Medicare health insurance doesn’t cover the cost of room and board at an assisted living community, it will cover many of the costs associated with medical treatment, including dementia care. Find more information on Medicare costs and coverage by visiting the federal Medicare website or by reaching out to a local Ohio Social Security Administration offices. Qualified seniors may get help paying for Medicare deductibles and premiums through Medicare Savings Programs.

The Social Security Administration can help your loved one receive access to Medicare support, if they’re eligible. Your loved one may also be able to dual enroll in Medicare and Medicaid, which will enable them to pay Medicare premiums using Medicaid benefits.

A local long-term care ombudsman can help your loved one access the benefits they qualify for and advocate for their rights. They can also investigate complaints of residents of long-term care communities and help ensure that seniors receive the quality of care they deserve. Find links to these resources below.

Understand Ohio and Kentucky laws and regulations for Cincinnati assisted living facilities

Ohio assisted living facilities must be licensed by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). The ODH performs facility inspections before licensing the facility and then a minimum of every 15 months after licensure.[07]

Kentucky assisted living facilities must be certified annually through the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living to ensure they’re in compliance with state regulatory standards.[08]

Cincinnati assisted living staff requirements

While there are no minimum staff requirements for Cincinnati assisted living facilities, these facilities are required to employ specific types of personnel. Ohio and Kentucky have slightly different staff requirements.

Ohio assisted living staff requirements

  • The facility must have an administrator who is responsible for overseeing the facility’s operations. They must be on-site at least 20 hours per week and available at all times when off the premises.
  • The facility must have direct care staff. If the facility offers personal care, there must be one staff member trained in first aid on the premises at all times.
  • If the facility provides medication administration, they must have a registered nurse, a physician, or a licensed nurse practitioner certified in medication administration on staff.
  • If residents have late-stage cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia, the facility must have a psychologist or physician either on staff or contracted with the facility.
  • Staff in Ohio assisted living facilities must undergo proper training for their responsibilities, as outlined in Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3701-16-06.[07]

Kentucky assisted living staff requirements

Kentucky assisted living regulations are in some ways less restrictive than in Ohio. Staff requirements are no exception.[09]

  • The facility must have enough staff to cover each resident’s individual needs and personal care plans for 24 hours per day.
  • The facility must have at least one awake staff member at all times.
  • The facility must have a manager who is age 21 or older and has earned a high school diploma. They must be able to manage the facility’s day-to-day operations.

Cincinnati assisted living service requirements

Both Kentucky and Ohio assisted living facilities must provide residents with the following services:[07,10]

  • Medication administration assistance
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Recreation and social activities

Ohio assisted living services must also include the following:[07]

  • Housekeeping and laundry services
  • Three meals per day or food-safe storage where residents can take care of their own food

In Kentucky, however, housekeeping and laundry services are not required, though residents must have access to facilities to do their own laundry.[11] Three meals per day and snacks are required in Kentucky assisted living facilities.[10]

Cincinnati assisted living building standards

Ohio and Kentucky assisted living facilities must uphold building code standards for health and safety. Each facility must be approved by the local certified building department.[11,12]

You can use the Health Care Provider Search tool to view details on a given facility. Look up a particular facility’s inspection report by selecting the category of care provider from the drop-down menu. Then, you can narrow your search by entering the county, city, organization’s name, or any information you have for the corresponding fields. Note that while Ohio does show whether an assisted living community’s license is active, it does not reveal the full report as the tool implies.

To find details on assisted living and long-term care facilities in Kentucky, use the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Nursing Home Survey Inspection Findings Search tool by following the link for the relevant year and then entering the facility’s name and relevant details into the corresponding search fields. Note that while Kentucky’s search tool shows some complaints or other inspection results for some care facility types, it does not reveal specific inspection findings of assisted living facilities.

Ohio Department of Health contact information

Cincinnati Health Department
3101 Burnet Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Phone: 513-357-7200
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Kentucky Department of Health contact information

Campbell County Health Department
1098 Monmouth St.
Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-431-1704
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for Cincinnati assisted living facilities

Most COVID-19 restrictions in both Ohio and Kentucky have been lifted. However, Ohio assisted living facilities are recommended to implement precautionary measures in accordance with CDC guidelines. Kentucky similarly follows CDC guidelines, particularly COVID-19 by county recommendations, updating guidelines based on the number of COVID-19 cases in each county.

The general guidelines for Cincinnati assisted living communities may include the following:

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Testing. Staff and residents of assisted living facilities should be tested for COVID-19 if they’re experiencing symptoms or if they have had exposure to someone who has tested positive.

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Masking. Masks should be worn by individuals who are immunocompromised, by individuals who have tested positive for COVID-19, and by health care workers caring for COVID-positive patients.

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Quarantining. Residents who have tested positive for COVID-19 should be placed in isolation or in rooms with other patients infected with COVID-19.

Get to know assisted living in Cincinnati

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3.6/5.0 average in-network rating
87% of our Cincinnati assisted living partners offer cultural and devotional services
78% of our Cincinnati assisted living communities offer restaurant-style dining
75% of our Cincinnati assisted living partners are pet-friendly
65% of our Cincinnati assisted living communities have a physician on-site
22% of our Cincinnati assisted living partners offer Hoyer lifts
5663
Number of people we referred to our Cincinnati assisted living partners in 2022 - 2023
81
Average age of residents we referred to our Cincinnati assisted living partners

What to expect from assisted living in Cincinnati

Cincinnati assisted living communities cultivate an environment where your loved one can receive personal care services that promote wellness and quality of life while maintaining as much independence as possible. Our Cincinnati assisted living partners offer elegantly furnished communal spaces where seniors can relax, enjoy meals and cups of coffee with friends, and take part in community activities and entertainment.

Cincinnati assisted living community amenities

At our Cincinnati assisted living partner communities, your loved one can relish the many cozy shared spaces specially designed for their enjoyment. Residents can be pampered, socialize, take in entertainment, and more in on-site amenities like the following:

  • Beauty salons/barbershops
  • TV and movie lounges
  • Patios
  • Fitness centers
  • Libraries/media centers
  • Dining areas
  • Cafes/bistros
  • Bars/pubs
  • Central fireplaces
  • Game/craft rooms

Cincinnati assisted living accommodations

When they’ve had their fill of activity, your loved one can relax in the privacy of their own apartment. Cincinnati assisted living residents can enjoy cozy private accommodations with convenient features like the following:

  • Private balconies or patios
  • High-speed internet
  • Kitchenettes
  • Wheelchair-accessible showers
  • Multiple floor plan options
  • Ground floor units available
  • Bath tubs
  • Cable or satellite TV

Cincinnati assisted living care services

As a resident of Cincinnati assisted living, your loved one has access to an array of personalized care services administered by the community’s direct care staff. In addition to dignified care, seniors can expect home upkeep services that improve their quality of life and enable them to capitalize on the freedom of their retirement years. Personal care and home maintenance service offerings include the following:

  • Ambulatory assistance
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Incontinence care
  • Medication management
  • Diabetic care
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Maintenance services
  • Housekeeping services
  • Management staff on-site
  • Transportation services
  • Laundry and dry cleaning
  • Planned events and recreational activities
  • Grocery and errand services

Multiple tiers of care on one campus

Out of our 32 partnered Cincinnati communities offering assisted living, 66% feature some combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Senior communities integrated with multiple levels of care make it easy for residents to transition to a support level that fits if their needs change, making them ideal for aging in place. Multiple care types together also offer more variety among residents, often providing more opportunity for friendships and social engagement, regardless of an individual’s specific level of need.

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Unfamiliar with Cincinnati? Highlights for seniors

37,561

Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Cincinnati

12%
Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Cincinnati population
$35,827

Mean retirement income for Cincinnati seniors 65 and older[13]

Health care for seniors in Cincinnati

Cincinnati is home to several state-of-the-art teaching hospitals and medical centers.[14]

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The Christ Hospital

Offering compassionate expert medical care to the Cincinnati metropolitan area for over 100 years, the Christ Hospital is ranked No. 1 in Cincinnati and No. 5 in the state of Ohio, according to U.S. News and World Report. It’s nationally ranked in 14 procedures/conditions and in four adult specialties, including cardiology.

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St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital

St. Elizabeth is high performing in several procedures and offers exceptional orthopedic care, cardiovascular care, cancer care, and more. St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital is ranked No. 2 in Cincinnati and No. 1 in Kentucky, according to U.S. News and World Report.

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Bethesda North Hospital

The third-highest ranking hospital in Cincinnati, according to U.S. News and World Report, Bethesda North is a teaching hospital with a Level III trauma center. Bethesda North is a general medical and surgical hospital that is high performing in 10 adult specialties.

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Transportation for seniors in Cincinnati

Out of A Place for Mom’s partnered Cincinnati independent living communities, 81% offer complimentary and/or at-cost transportation services. Prescheduled transportation may be free, while on-demand rides may have an additional cost, depending on the individual community.

Downtown Cincinnati is quite walkable, and most errands can be accomplished without a car. As your loved one gets further from the city center, however, they may want to rely on a vehicle or public transit. For enjoying some downtown entertainment, they can take the free Cincinnati streetcar, which loops through the heart of the city.

Cincinnati’s public transportation system is called Go Metro. Go Metro covers several bus routes, and your loved one can explore routes in the Cincinnati area or search by popular destinations. Go Metro’s buses are compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), so Ohio residents with disabilities can ride, even with a wheelchair or a service animal. If a person’s disability makes buses inaccessible even with these accommodations, they can instead use Cincinnati’s Access rideshare program, which offers vans designed specifically for passengers with special needs.

Downtown Cincinnati is considered a “walker’s paradise” by Walkscore.com, which awards it the following transportation ratings out of 100:[15]

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93

Walk Score

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79

Transit Score

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48

Bike Score

Senior activities in Cincinnati

Cincinnati boasts wonderful attractions, activities, and dining options for its residents, visitors, and growing senior population. Explore the city’s family- and senior-friendly entertainment offerings below.

Cincinnati attractions for the whole family

Cincinnati has excellent cultural and entertainment options within its walkable downtown area for the whole family to enjoy. Some of the city’s most popular downtown attractions include the following:

Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
Fountain Square
Cincinnati Art Museum
Cincy Brew Bus
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Cincinnati residents and visitors also enjoy the city’s symphony orchestra, ballet, Broadway Cincinnati, opera, Shakespeare in the Park, and many other art and cultural attractions. For Cincinnati families on a budget, the city has many exhibits and historical sites that are free to the public.

Cincinnati dining

Cincinnati is famous for its chili, with the iconic Skyline brand featuring the city’s striking skyline. But Cincinnati is also home to diverse cuisine options, from pizza to waffles to artisan seafood. As an added bonus, seniors and their families can enjoy many dining options from restaurants with rooftop seating or floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a panoramic view of this beautiful city.

Cincinnati 60+

The Cincinnati Recreation Commission (CRC) offers many programs for Cincinnati residents to stay active and connected with each other, as well as programs specifically for older residents. Through the CRC, your loved one can enjoy fitness classes, activities, meals, group outings, and the Southwest Ohio Senior Olympics event. There are CRC locations all over the city where seniors can gather for fitness, friendship, and fun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Home Sweet Home Adult Living, Legacy Living of Florence and Trustwell Living at Fairfield Place are the top-rated Assisted Living facilities near Cincinnati, OH. These Assisted Living facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Assisted Living in Cincinnati is 5180.85 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2022-2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Cincinnati [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  3. Ohio Department of Medicaid. Aged, Blind or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid.

  4. Ohio Department of Aging. Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver Program.

  5. Ohio Department of Aging. PASSPORT.

  6. Commonwealth of Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Home and community based waiver.

  7. Residential Care Facility, Ohio Revised Code § 3701.16 (2018).

  8. Department for Aging and Independent Living. (2022). Assisted living communities. The Commonwealth of Kentucky.

  9. Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.717 (2023).

  10. Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.705 (2023).

  11. Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.703 (2023).

  12. Residential Care Facility, Ohio Revised Code § 3701.16 (2018).

  13. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Cincinnati. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  14. U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Best hospitals in Cincinnati.

  15. Walk Score. (2023). Downtown, Cincinnati.

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1.

A Place for Mom. (2022-2023). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

2.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Cincinnati [Data set]. American Community Survey.

3.

Ohio Department of Medicaid. Aged, Blind or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid.

4.

Ohio Department of Aging. Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver Program.

5.

Ohio Department of Aging. PASSPORT.

6.

Commonwealth of Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Home and community based waiver.

7.

Residential Care Facility, Ohio Revised Code § 3701.16 (2018).

8.

Department for Aging and Independent Living. (2022). Assisted living communities. The Commonwealth of Kentucky.

9.

Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.717 (2023).

10.

Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.705 (2023).

11.

Assisted Living Communities, Kentucky Revised Statutes § 194A.703 (2023).

12.

Residential Care Facility, Ohio Revised Code § 3701.16 (2018).

13.

United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Cincinnati. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

14.

U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Best hospitals in Cincinnati.

15.

Walk Score. (2023). Downtown, Cincinnati.