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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Amherst, OH

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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Five Stars Adult Care Home LLC is located in the serene town of Avon Lake, OH near Avon Lake. Our residents stay in apartment-style housing and we pride ourselves on offering a high level of service to each of our community members. Family members can breathe easy knowing that their loved ones...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Mariana's Adult Home Care Mariana's Adult Home Care is a licensed family owned and operated elder care facility providing personalized quality care since 2001. Our qualified staff has over 40 years of combined experience in caring for the elderly. We provide customized attention for our residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Homely atmosphere, run by very friendly caring and loving family members. Excellent place with three dogs a cat. Very neat and clean.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
River Crossing at Bradley WoodsRiver Crossing at Bradley Woods is a residential care home located in the beautiful city of North Olmsted, in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Our wonderful home has a rich heritage and we encourage our seniors to visit some of our famous historical sites, such as the...
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Cost of assisted living in Amherst, OH

The average cost of senior living in Amherst is $4,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Huron, OH with an average of $3,676 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH vs. nearby cities

Amherst, OH
$4,306/mo
$4,256/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH vs. the state and national average

Amherst, OH
$4,306/mo
$4,737/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Amherst vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,306/mo
$4,433/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Amherst, OH by room type

Semi-Private
$4,093/mo
Private
$4,000/mo
Studio
$5,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,312/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,693/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,587/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Amherst, 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 Amherst.

What families are saying about assisted living in Amherst

Recent reviews for assisted living in Amherst

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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Bickford of Rocky River

4.6
the community is very homey and my parents really like the community. the staff is very friendly and caring. They are very accommodating to the residence, and the community is very clean. The staff go above and beyond and really care about the residence. I would recommend this community to ...
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White Orchid Senior Adult Family Home in Avon Lake, OH

5.0
My mom is a resident there. Very impressed with the attention she gets. Place it is impeccable, with a nice patio where we can enjoy nature when we visit. My mom’s room came fully furnished, (a big blessing for us). Living room area is cozy and animated by a big large window. I, sometimes ...
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Amherst review score based on 80 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 25 Amherst assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Amherst 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

Amherst review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Amherst, OH25 facilities
8.5
South Amherst, OH20 facilities
8.5
Lorain, OH21 facilities

Review subcategories for Amherst 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 80 reviews of 25 Amherst assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Amherst 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.
Amherst, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.5
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Amherst assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Amherst assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Amherst, 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 Amherst 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 Amherst that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.1%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.6%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Amherst 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 Amherst Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.4%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.9%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Amherst 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 Amherst partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.7%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Amherst 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 Amherst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Amherst, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
25%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Amherst 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 Amherst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Amherst, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.3%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.9%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.4%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
10.7%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.1%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Amherst

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Amherst protect seniors.

Learn about Ohio Assisted Living regulations

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Bowen Elderly, Fairmont of Westlake and Independence Village of Avon Lake are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Amherst, Ohio. See full list of communities.

There are 27 assisted living facilities near Amherst, Ohio. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Amherst, Ohio are Fairmont of Westlake, Independence Village of Avon Lake and Danbury Brunswick. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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