10 Best Nursing Homes in Cincinnati, OH
Cincinnati, Ohio, is a thriving Midwestern metropolis with major league sports teams, renowned universities, remarkable Art Deco architectural structures, and intriguing museums. Cincinnati prides itself on its action plans to cultivate an accessible environment for its growing senior population, making it a great place to retire, regardless of a senior’s level of independence.
The term nursing home is often used to describe all senior care communities; however, it’s actually one type of senior living option among many. Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, offer round-the-clock medical care and skilled nursing services for seniors who would otherwise require hospitalization. If you’re looking for care for a senior loved one who only needs assistance with daily tasks or even support for dementia and memory loss, their needs may be better accommodated in an assisted living or memory care facility, instead of a nursing home.
While A Place for Mom does not partner with any stand-alone nursing homes, some of the Cincinnati assisted living and memory care facilities in our network offer on-site skilled nursing services in addition to their standard services. A Place for Mom partners with 37 assisted living and memory care facilities within a 10-mile radius of Cincinnati’s center, which includes portions of northern Kentucky. This guide to senior care communities in Cincinnati compiles our extensive senior living experience, proprietary data, and access to local senior living experts.
Explore Cincinnati senior care options based on your loved one’s individual needs. Find information about the different types of senior care, payment options, regulations, and other helpful resources to benefit Cincinnati seniors, whether they require skilled nursing, assisted living, or memory care.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Cincinnati, OH
Mom reluctantly agreed to move to an assisted living community after a third fall. She is 99 and had been living alone for 6 years since my Dad died. She had lived in the same house for 72 years. She was...
I'm currently a resident at The Kenwood by Senior Star. I came to look at this place and loved it, so I moved in! There is lots to do, everyone is so friendly at this facility. I'm happy to be here. I live...
The staff at traditions is exemplary, from the director to the aides. They are willing to listen to our concerns, and any questions are quickly answered. The arrival at traditions was a bit confusing and...
My father in law has passed away about a year and a half ago, but his stay there was a good experience for him as well as his loved ones., I would have to say 5. Overall good experience and was very pleased...
Everyone at Legacy has been amazing. The staff is always smiling and greeting us by name. They have helped my mom with transitioning from her home that she shared with her husband to living alone at the...
My mom has lived here many years and we have been very happy with the care as staff there. The facility is very clean and very accommodating.
I think Artis is a great place for my mother-in-law. I've had other experiences with my own parents at a different facility and Artis is really a wonderful place. I really have no criticisms of Artis, so on...
We cannot express the loving care our mother and “[name removed]” received at Arden. We really struggled with the decision to place Mom in memory care but we knew we needed more care than we could provide....
My mom has been living at Northgate Park since this past January and she has been happier than I've seen her in a long time!! They really care about their residents in all aspects of care, physically and...
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Our therapy company has been contracted at Arden Courts for the last year and it's been a pleasure serving the community and working with the staff here. Everyone is very caring, helpful toward the care...
All 5 stars! We were very pleased with the experience at Celebration Villa of Summit Hills. [name removed] was very helpful and all residents and staff were very friendly and welcoming.
What we like about Barrington of Fort Thomas is that the staff are very informative and all aspects. Sit there facility. It's extremely clean. Staff and faculty is very accommodating.
The dining area is very nice but the food isn't very good. I think it's expensive for my mom but I also haven't compared it to other facilities. The fee had gone up substantially after her first year.
They've had a lot of changes in personnel...from the top to the bottom...no consistency. My mom complains about this. Since she's in independent living, I don't think it's really affected her too much. ...
She likes it very much but the cost is too high. Rent increase are too much. Will probably have to move her soon which is very disappointing
My experiences with all who worked there were great. Special commendation to [name removed], who moved my mother in. Never saw anything out of place. My mother was in independent living, so she didn't get...
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I am very happy with Brookdale and how they treat my mother. Yesterday she told me her aide took care of her like she was her mother. As far as rating everything else I will give them all a 4, no one is...
People should ask or know about the difference in care levels. This facility is mostly for those with high amounts of independence. Once my father worsened, there was limited floor space in the "extra...
I would definitely recommend Christian Villages at Mt. Healthy! Everyone who works there is kind, compassionate, and always so helpful. The activities are wonderful, too. My mom loves being there!
My loved one was previously a resident at The Victorian at Riverside and the experience was great! We liked this facility very much. I would recommend The Victorian at Riverside to others.
Most of the vegetables are hard and aren't cooked long enough for the residence to chew them. Most of them have false teeth or missing teeth, so soft veggies would probably be eaten more often if they were ...
We have had an excellent experience with the Cottingham community. We picked this community because of the price, and they accept Medicare.
The director , and nurses, are great. The aides who I have worked with are good . But the newer ones may need a little more training. The cleanness is a 4 because the hallways carpets need to be replaced...
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The staff at Brookdale Finneytown were friendly and very welcoming. It seems like everyone works very hard at making it feel like home as much as possible.
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- Costs of nursing homes in the Cincinnati area
- What families are saying about nursing homes in Cincinnati
- How people pay for a nursing home in Cincinnati
- Understand Ohio and Kentucky laws and regulations for Cincinnati nursing homes and assisted living facilities
- What to expect from nursing homes in Cincinnati
- Cincinnati nursing homes services and amenities
- Explore senior care with confidence
- Unfamiliar with Cincinnati? Highlights for seniors
- Health care for seniors in Cincinnati
- Transportation for seniors in Cincinnati
- Senior activities in Cincinnati
Costs of nursing homes in the Cincinnati area
Due to the wide range of support services offered by each, the monthly costs of different senior care types can greatly vary. Recognizing which level of care is most appropriate for your loved one’s specific needs can help you prepare for the costs of senior living.
- A Cincinnati skilled nursing facility starts at an average of $7,848 per month. This represents the cost before the addition of amenities like private accommodations, transportation services, occupational and physical therapies, and other optional add-ons.[01]
- Our Cincinnati assisted living partner communities average $4,431, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data for 2022 – 2023. This figure does account for add-on amenities like meal services, pet fees, errand services, and other optional features.
- Memory care costs are often slightly higher than assisted living costs, with the average in our Cincinnati network hovering around $5,170, including optional amenities and add-ons.[02]
Figures pulled from A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, such as the monthly costs of assisted living and memory care mentioned above, represent the average costs for care paid by actual families referred to Cincinnati senior care by our Senior Living Advisors.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cincinnati, OH vs. nearby cities
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cincinnati, OH vs. the state and national average
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cincinnati vs. other types of senior living
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Cincinnati over time
What families are saying about nursing homes in Cincinnati
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Serene Suites Premier Memory Care and Assisted Living in Cincinnati, OH
Brookdale Finneytown (Offering HealthPlus) in Cincinnati, OH
Alois in Cincinnati, OH
How people pay for a nursing home in Cincinnati
There are many private and public options to pay for Cincinnati nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or memory care. Take an inventory of your loved one’s financial position to help determine which methods to use to cover senior living.
Even if your loved one has private pay methods on hand, it’s still worthwhile to check their public aid eligibility. They may qualify for disability-specific assistance, which can help their private resources last longer for optimal care.
If your family has the resources, you may be able to fund Cincinnati skilled nursing, assisted living, or memory care through private pay methods. Private pay methods are typically income sources such as your loved one’s savings, pensions, returns on investments, and Social Security benefits. Additional private pay options may include the following:
Number of veterans who live in Cincinnati
About 74% of Cincinnati veterans are 55+.
If your loved one has served in the United States military, they may be eligible for financial support from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which can help cover the cost of care in a skilled nursing, assisted living, or memory care facility. Veterans benefits, such as the VA pensions or Aid and Attendance benefit, are supplemental income that can be used to improve quality of life for senior veterans and their surviving spouses. As income, veterans pension benefits can be used to help cover the costs of skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care.[04]
Veterans service officers
Successfully applying for veterans benefits can be challenging. Even for qualified veterans, the application process often requires assistance or advocacy. You can visit one of the Ohio Department of Veterans Affairs field offices in your area to receive assistance and referrals. Veteran service officers are fellow veterans who have been trained and certified in benefit offerings. They’re available to help veterans get the most out of their eligibility.
Additional assistance with VA benefits
For assistance with veterans benefits, you and your senior loved one can visit the Ohio Department of Veterans Services webpage or contact the local VA office. The Ohio Attorney General website has information on more community resources for veterans, such as the following:
- Financial support
- Legal advocacy
- Housing assistance
- Rehabilitation
Both Ohio and Kentucky have veterans service organizations (VSOs) vetted by the VA. Find information on Cincinnati VSOs, such as the Veterans of Foreign Wars offices, Disabled American Veterans offices, and other support below.
Resources for Cincinnati veterans
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.
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
Verne Riff State Office Tower
77 S. High St., #7
Columbus, OH 43215
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 is a federal- and state-funded health insurance program for low-income individuals and individuals with disabilities. While each state’s Medicaid program is a bit different from the others, all Medicaid programs must follow federal guidelines. Medicaid in Ohio and Kentucky are simply called Ohio Medicaid and Kentucky Medicaid. 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.
If your loved one is eligible for Ohio Medicaid or Kentucky Medicaid, they may be able to receive assistance in covering the costs of a Cincinnati skilled nursing facility. The Ohio Department of Medicaid will determine how much of your loved one’s skilled nursing facility costs will be covered by Ohio Medicaid after conducting a review of their income. Kentucky Medicaid operates similarly, if your loved one is across the Ohio border.
Ohio Medicaid and Kentucky Medicaid also offer coverage for qualified individuals in assisted living or memory care facilities. While Medicaid can cover room and board in qualifying nursing homes, it will not cover room and board in assisted living or memory care. It can, however, cover some costs of care services, such as assistance with activities of daily living, physical and occupational therapies, doctor visits, and medications.
Ohio Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid
Ohio senior residents with disabilities may be able to receive coverage through Ohio Aged, Blind, or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid. In order to qualify for ABD Medicaid, your senior loved one will need to meet Medicaid’s primary eligibility requirements, as well as at least one of the following criteria:
- Be aged 65 or older
- Be legally blind
- Have a disability as defined by the Social Security Administration
Seniors who are eligible for ABD Medicaid can use it to cover costs of their medical care and some long-term care services.[05]
Medicaid waivers in Ohio and Kentucky
While Medicaid will not cover the costs of room and board in assisted living or memory care facilities, Ohio and Kentucky seniors in these care types may be able to receive financial support with personal and medical care services through Medicaid waiver programs.
Ohio Assisted Living Medicaid waiver
The Ohio Medicaid Assisted Living Waiver Program is designed to provide coverage for qualified Ohio residents in assisted living or memory care. The Assisted Living Medicaid waiver will cover costs associated with personal care and medical care, including dementia care. Seniors in these communities are responsible for costs of room and board.
The Assisted Living Medicaid waiver can be used 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.[06]
Ohio PASSPORT waivers
The Ohio PASSPORT waiver is designed to provide care coverage for individuals who need a nursing facility level of care but choose to live in the community instead of transferring to skilled nursing. The PASSPORT waiver is a home and community based services (HCBS) waiver for Ohio residents age 60 and older. Eligible individuals can use the PASSPORT waiver to cover the cost of care in their own home or in an assisted living or memory care community, instead of moving into a skilled nursing facility.
The PASSPORT waiver can cover costs of care services such as the following:
- Personal care, such as housekeeping services and assistance with activities of daily living
- Nutritional support and meal delivery
- Adult day services
- Transport to medical appointments
- Medical equipment
PASSPORT waivers include basic Medicaid coverage and may help with costs such as doctor visits, prescription medications, and hospital stays.[07]
Kentucky Home and Community Based waiver
Kentucky Medicaid offers the Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver, which Cincinnati seniors across the Kentucky state line may qualify for. Kentucky’s HCB waiver can cover the costs of services such as the following:
- Respite care
- Adult day support services
- Personal care services
- Basic home modifications
- Meal services
Much like Ohio’s waivers, the Kentucky Medicaid HCB waiver has certain eligibility requirements. In order to use this waiver, Kentucky residents must meet basic Medicaid eligibility requirements, either be aged 65+ or have a qualifying disability, and require a nursing facility level of care.[08]
Where to find Medicaid support in Ohio
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. Ohio Medicaid recipients can manage their care through the Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline Member Portal. A long-term care ombudsman can provide advice and advocacy for your loved one’s rights as a senior living resident.
Where to find Medicaid support in Kentucky
Kentucky seniors can use the Kynect website to learn more about Medicaid benefits eligibility and access their benefits. Kentucky also has area agencies on aging, ombudsman advocacy, and more.
Cincinnati resident Medicaid resources
Ohio Medicaid Member Portal
Phone: 800-324-8680
Ohio Department of Medicaid
50 W. Town St., Suite 400
Columbus, OH 43215
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
Kentucky Department for Medicaid Services
275 E. Main St., 3W-A
Frankfort, KY 40621
Phone: 502-564-4321
Email: dmsweb@ky.gov
Medicare is federally funded health insurance for Americans 65 and older and for those with qualifying disabilities. Because Medicare is a federal program, its rules and requirements will be the same in Ohio and Kentucky. Medicare has multiple parts that cover different aspects of health care, such as the following:
- Skilled nursing care or hospital stays
- Doctors’ services, medical services, and medical supplies
- Prescription medications
Medicare won’t cover room and board costs in assisted living or memory care, but it will cover medical care costs, including dementia care. You can 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 office. Qualified seniors may get help paying for Medicare deductibles and premiums through Medicare Savings Programs.
Your loved one can get help accessing any Medicare support your loved one qualifies for through the Social Security Administration. Seniors may also be able to dual enroll in Medicare and Medicaid, which will enable them to pay Medicare premiums using their Medicaid benefits. A long-term care ombudsman can help your loved one access benefits and advocate for their rights. They can also investigate seniors’ complaints and help ensure they receive the quality of care they deserve. Find links to these resources below.
Cincinnati resident Medicare resources
Understand Ohio and Kentucky laws and regulations for Cincinnati nursing homes and assisted living facilities
The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) must license all Ohio skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care facilities. The ODH performs facility inspections before licensing the facility and then a minimum of every 15 months after it’s been licensed.[09]
Kentucky assisted living facilities must be certified annually through the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living to ensure that they comply with state regulations.[10]
Ohio nursing home staff requirements
Ohio nursing homes must meet specific staff requirements that enable them to offer adequate nursing care. Skilled nursing facilities in Ohio must have a registered nurse on staff who operates as a director of the facility. Facilities must also have sufficient nursing staff (registered nurses and licensed practical nurses) to ensure each resident has a minimum average of 2.5 hours of direct care each day. Any time a nurse is not on duty, nursing facilities must also have a nurse available on call.[11]
Kentucky nursing home staff requirements
Kentucky’s staff requirements for skilled nursing facilities are similar to those in Ohio. Nursing facilities must have enough staff to meet each resident’s needs, 24/7. Each facility is required to have a full-time director of operations who is a registered nurse.[12]
Ohio nursing home service requirements
Ohio skilled nursing facilities have minimum service requirements they must provide to residents, which include the following:[10]
- Personalized care plan based on a comprehensive assessment of each individual’s physical and psychological needs
- A minimum of three meals daily, prepared with food safety procedures, and assistance with eating if needed
- Support for maintaining each resident’s highest level of function
- Supervision of residents who are at risk of wandering, elopement, or falling
Kentucky nursing home service requirements
Kentucky nursing home residents are entitled to the following services:[12]
- Physician services. Each resident’s care is to be overseen by a physician, with preliminary evaluations and appropriate medical care provided. The physician is to be available for emergencies as well.
- Nursing care services. Each resident is entitled to sufficient nursing care that includes a personalized care plan, medication administration, accident and injury prevention, dietary supervision, and other prescribed treatments.
- Personal care services. Each resident is entitled to assistance with bathing, grooming, nail and hair care, and oral hygiene.
Cincinnati assisted living and memory care regulations
Both Ohio and Kentucky have specific regulations to ensure that seniors in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care will be overseen by qualified care staff and receive professional support services. Explore our guides to Cincinnati assisted living and memory care for full details on facility regulations.
Ohio assisted living and memory care staff requirements
Staff in Ohio assisted living facilities must undergo proper training for their responsibilities, as outlined in Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3701-16-06. Ohio memory care facilities have the additional staff requirement of a psychologist or physician either on staff or contracted to oversee the care of residents with late-stage cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia.[09]
Kentucky assisted living and memory care staff requirements
Kentucky assisted living and memory care facilities must have enough staff to cover each resident’s personal needs around the clock, with a minimum of one awake staff member at all times. The facility must be overseen by a manager who is at least 21 years of age and has earned a minimum high school level education.[13]
Cincinnati assisted living and memory care service requirements
Assisted living and memory care facilities in both Ohio and Kentucky are required to provide residents with medication administration, assistance with activities of daily living, and recreational and social activities.[09,14]
Ohio assisted living services also must include the following:[09]
- Housekeeping and laundry services
- Three daily meals or food-safe storage where residents can take care of their own food
Housekeeping and laundry services are not required in Kentucky assisted living and memory care communities, but residents must have access to facilities to do their own laundry.[15] Kentucky facilities are required to offer a minimum of three meals daily, plus snacks.[14]
Kentucky requires memory care communities to provide residents with specialized services, which include the following:[16]
- Resident evaluation to facilitate a person-centered care plan that includes their individual interests and needs
- Activities that support cognitive function
- Enclosed walking spaces
Cincinnati senior care facility building standards
Nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care facilities in both Ohio and Kentucky must uphold building code standards for health and safety. Each facility must be approved by the local certified building department.[09,15,17]
You can use the Health Care Provider Search tool to view details on a given facility. Look up a particular facility by choosing the category of care provider from the drop-down menu. Narrow your search further by entering the county, city, organization’s name, or any information you have for the corresponding fields. Note that while Ohio does show whether senior living community’s license is active, it does not reveal the full report.
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. Follow the link for the relevant year, and then enter 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 or memory care 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 nursing homes in Cincinnati
Most COVID-19 restrictions in both Ohio and Kentucky have been lifted. Ohio senior care facilities are recommended to take precautions in accordance with CDC guidelines. Kentucky follows CDC COVID-19 by county recommendations, updating their guidelines as needed based on the number of COVID-19 cases in each county.
General COVID safety guidelines for Cincinnati senior care communities include the following:
What to expect from nursing homes in Cincinnati
While A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with any stand-alone skilled nursing facilities, 21% of our Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners offer on-site skilled nursing care as an additional service. We partner with 37 senior living facilities in the Cincinnati area that offer assisted living and memory care.
Cincinnati assisted living and memory care communities strive to cultivate environments where seniors have easy access to personal care services that foster wellness and quality of life, while still enabling them to have as much independence as possible. Senior care communities in the Cincinnati area boast elegantly furnished shared spaces where residents can relax, pursue their hobbies and personal interests, and socialize with friends over shared activities and cups of coffee.
Multiple tiers of care on one campus
Out of our Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners, over 75% feature some combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care, and 21% offer on-site skilled nursing. These communities that integrate multiple types of care offer residents the ability to seamlessly transition to a support level that fits them if their needs change, making it ideal for aging in place. These communities also offer more variety among residents, meaning more opportunities for friendships and social engagement without an individual’s specific level of need posing a barrier.
As assisted living can often cost less per month than memory care, multitiered communities may also enable seniors in the beginning stages of dementia to move into assisted living and then transfer to memory care when they need to, conserving their financial resources as much as possible.
Community amenities in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care
Our partner assisted living and memory care communities in Cincinnati offer an array of luxury accommodations, such as the following:
- Beauty salons/barbershops
- TV and movie lounges
- Outdoor patios
- Gyms/fitness centers
- Libraries/media centers
- Dining areas
- Cafes/bistros
- Bars/pubs
- Central fireplaces
Cincinnati memory care facilities generally offer the same types of amenities as assisted living, with additional offerings to meet the unique needs of seniors with memory loss. Cincinnati memory care communities usually feature the following:
- Alert systems to prevent wandering and elopement
- Activities and recreational programs designed to support cognitive function
- Indoor and/or enclosed outdoor walking spaces
Apartment amenities in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care
Cincinnati assisted living and memory care community residents enjoy private living accommodations with convenient appliances and safety features like the following:
- Private balconies or patios
- High-speed internet
- Kitchenettes
- Wheelchair-accessible showers
- Bath tubs
- Multiple floor plan options
- Ground floor units
- Cable or satellite TV
Personal care services in Cincinnati nursing homes
Residents of Cincinnati senior living can get the most out of their golden years with the many personal care and service offerings provided daily. From dignified personal care to errands and home upkeep, senior care services in Cincinnati usually include most or all of the following:
- Assistance with activities of daily living
- Incontinence care
- Medication management
- Diabetic care
- Mobility assistance
- Restaurant-style dining
- Housekeeping and maintenance
- Management staff on-site
- Transportation services
- Laundry, linen, and dry cleaning
- Planned social events and recreational activities
- Grocery and errand services
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Mean retirement income for Cincinnati seniors 65 and older[18]
Health care for seniors in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is home to several state-of-the-art teaching hospitals and medical centers.
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. The Christ Hospital has been offering compassionate expert medical care to the Cincinnati metropolitan area for over a century.
St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital
St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital is ranked No. 2 in Cincinnati and No. 1 in Kentucky, according to U.S. News and World Report. St. Elizabeth is high performing in several procedures and offers exceptional orthopedic care, cardiovascular care, cancer care, and more.
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.
Transportation for seniors in Cincinnati
Out of A Place for Mom’s Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners, 78% offer complimentary and/or at-cost transportation services. Prescheduled transportation is often complimentary, while on-demand transportation services may have an additional cost. Transportation costs will depend on the individual community’s policies.
The Cincinnati downtown area is known for being quite walkable, so most errands in the area can be done on foot. As your loved one and their caregiver get further out from the city center, however, they may want to rely on a car or public transit. They might also enjoy the free Cincinnati streetcar, which loops through the heart of the city and provides access to many of downtown’s most popular attractions.
Cincinnati’s public transportation system is called Go Metro, and it covers several bus routes. Passengers can browse routes in the Cincinnati area or search by popular destinations. Go Metro’s buses are all in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, so Ohio individuals with disabilities can ride, even with their 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 that are designed for passengers with special needs.
Senior activities in Cincinnati
Cincinnati is full of fun attractions for everyone, including its growing senior population. Below, find highlights of area attractions, family-friendly fun, dining options, dementia-friendly activities, and more.
Cincinnati dining
Cincinnati is a hub of diverse cuisine options, from pizza to waffles to artisan seafood. Cincinnati is most famous for its chili, with the world-renowned Skyline brand. 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 panoramic views of this city’s beautiful skyline.
Cincinnati family-friendly attractions
Cincinnati has a wide array of entertainment for the entire family, right within its walkable downtown area. Some of the city’s most popular downtown attractions include the following:
- Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
- Fountain Square
- Cincinnati Art Museum
- National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Cincinnati residents and visitors can take in performances from the city’s symphony orchestra, ballet, Broadway Cincinnati, opera, Shakespeare in the Park, and so much more. For families on a budget, Cincinnati has a ton of exhibits and historical sites that are free to the public.
Cincinnati activities for seniors with memory loss
Cincinnati has great events that seniors with dementia, their loved ones, and their caregivers can participate in. Scripps Gerontology’s Opening Minds through Art is a program designed for seniors with memory loss to reconnect with their own abilities through art. The Cincinnati Art Museum features accessibility programs designed for individuals with various special needs, including programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association Cincinnati chapter offers support groups, educational programs, fundraisers, and more events for seniors with dementia and their families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Legacy Living of Florence, StoryPoint Fairfield and The Woodlands of Hamilton are the top-rated Nursing Homes facilities near Cincinnati, OH. These Nursing Homes facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.
The average cost of Nursing Homes in Cincinnati is $5,064 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2022, October 12). VA Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance.
Ohio Department of Medicaid. Aged, Blind or Disabled (ABD) Medicaid.
Ohio Department of Aging. Assisted living Medicaid waiver program.
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