Mentor is a small city in Lake County, Ohio, with only around 47,450 residents, with more than 1 in 5 being seniors aged 65 and above. The community’s clean air, low crime rates and range of senior programs make it an attractive retirement destination.
Assisted living communities provide personal care services in a residential setting. These facilities are suitable for seniors who can maintain a certain degree of independence and want to receive care in a homelike setting. Seniors in assisted living don’t have to worry about their meals or housekeeping, as these services are included in their care. Many facilities include amenities such as libraries, landscaped gardens and in-house hair salons. Additionally, residents can benefit from a range of enriching programs and fun activities such as bingo, dance classes and movie nights. The average cost of assisted living care in Mentor, Ohio, is $4,940.
This page offers an overview of Mentor as a retirement option and a price comparison between assisted living in the city and other state areas. It also lists some helpful resources for older adults in the area.
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5700 Emerald Court, Mentor, OH, 44060
"My mom is a resident of Brookdale Mentor. One of the big draws was that they have zero Covid cases so far. They also had immediate availability of a 1-bedroom which is what she wanted and needed. Maybe all of them have this, but she has this thing th..."
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8161 Norton Parkway, Mentor, OH, 44060
4.7
(3 reviews)
"I was able to tour The Preserve at Mentor Ridge. It was a beautiful building and the staff all seemed to be great. They bragged about their food, and I liked that they don't have a set schedule and you can eat whenever. Like if you slept in that day,..."
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9150 Lakeshore Blvd, Mentor, OH, 44060
4.5
(6 reviews)
"We moved both of our parents into Danbury and had nothing short of a great experience in all aspects of their care. Food was wonderful, always kept very clean, and the care staff went above and beyond to make my mom and dad feel at home. The team mad..."
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7395 Rockingham Road, Mentor, OH, 44060
"Haven Home prides itself on being a home, not a facility. It is located in the heart of Old Mentor on a residential tree-lined street. All..."
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7900 Center Street, Mentor, OH, 44060
3.8
(18 reviews)
"I was very impressed. I wish my parents would have agreed to sign up and go there. It was very clean. The amenities were very nice. The staff was super friendly. My parents ate there, and they enjoyed the food. We didn't really get into the activitie..."
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7586 Ruth Street,, Mentor, OH, 44060
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom is staying in a facility called There's No Place Like Home. She has been there for five years now. We really like this place. The staff is very good. The room that she is in is definitely adequate for her. They have things to do, but consideri..."
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8506 Hendricks Road, Mentor, OH, 44060
3.8
(5 reviews)
"My sister is in hospice care at Governor's Pointe. she loves this place and the staff, especially Noel. They care for her like family. In fact better than our family could during these final months of her life. I highly recommend this facility. No ma..."
READ MORE7685 Lake Shore Blvd, Mentor, OH, 44060
3.0
(1 reviews)
"I went on a tour of Salida Woods. They all seemed very kind, but it seemed pretty full. I was worried about the amount of care that my dad would get because of how many people were there. I went right around lunchtime, it was jampacked in the lobby a..."
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7960 Auburn Road, Painesville, OH, 44077
"My mother-in-law has been placed at Vista Springs Quail Highlands assisted living. It's very well-run, very clean, and everybody has been very helpful and friendly. The aides and nurses, even the administrators, they're very welcoming and forthcoming..."
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30630 Ridge Road, Wickliffe, OH, 44092
4.0
(14 reviews)
"Brookdale Wickliffe was a very inviting place. The staff as well as the residents were very friendly. The rooms were definitely up to standard and well-kept. The appearance of the rooms looked very inviting. While I was touring around, the seniors we..."
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270 Mentor Avenue, Painesville, OH, 44077
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The Cottage Painesville was very homey, very personal, and very quaint. The owners were very nice and accommodating. It's not like those big places that are only out for your money. The price is very reasonable. They're running it like a home, not a ..."
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35300 Kaiser Court, Willoughby, OH, 44094
4.2
(10 reviews)
"I went here for my mother. I like the other facility better, but this facility was a very nice place as well. I like the layout of the place and I like the area. The residents seemed quiet and subdued. They seemed like they were happy. I wouldn’t hav..."
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11146 Spear Road, Painesville, OH, 44077
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Golden Ridge provided great care to my Father and I would highly recommend their "HOME" A place where the resident's are welcome and cared for like their own loved ones. Tender loving care is part of their daily routine. May God watch over this hom..."
READ MORE36851 ridge road, Willoughby, OH, 44094
3.7
(14 reviews)
"Breckenridge Continuing Care Community is a beautiful facility with very well kept grounds. The staff is professional and accommodating. While the price of the assisted living is quite steep, the service provided by Breckenridge is like none other. I..."
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8095 Auburn Road, Painesville, OH, 44077
3.5
(4 reviews)
"Precious Care was recommended to me, and I had placed my father there and doing well. It’s really good for the older folks like my father, and it's always geared towards what they’re capable of plus it’s accessible. ..."
READ MOREIn Ohio, assisted living communities are also known as residential care facilities. Communities must adhere to a comprehensive list of state laws to receive and maintain their license from the Ohio Department of Health’s Bureau of Regulatory Operations.
Older adults in Mentor pay an estimated $4,940 each month for assisted living, according to 2021 data from The Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This rate is significantly higher than both Ohio and national corresponding medians of $4,635 and $4,500.
Mentor is in a similar price bracket with other cities in the southeastern corner of the state. Rates in Mansfield ($4,798) and Youngstown ($4,738) are over $150 lower than in Mentor. The city’s costs for assisted living are similar to nearby Akron ($4,993) and Canton ($4,905).
Mentor
$4,940
Ohio
$4,635
The United States
$4,500
Mansfield
$4,798
Akron
$4,993
Canton
$4,905
Youngstown
$4,738
Assisted living in Mentor costs less than both home care and home health care providers, who charge, on average, $5,196 per month. Nursing homes are the most expensive type of senior care in the city at an average rate of $8,395 per month for a semiprivate room and $8,897 for a private room. The lowest-priced type of senior care in Mentor is adult day health care at a median of $1,788.
Homemaker Services
$5,196
Home Health Aide
$5,196
Adult Day Health Care
$1,788
Assisted Living Facility
$4,940
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,395
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,897
For seniors living in Mentor, limited financial assistance is available under Ohio’s Medicaid program, including the Ohio assisted living waiver program and the Residential State Supplement (RSS) program. Lake County also participates in the MyCare Ohio program, an expanded Medicaid plan that provides additional support.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
The organizations listed below offer a variety of programs that may help seniors find an assisted living facility to meet their needs. These services may also help pay for care and maintain their overall social and physical wellness throughout aging.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| The Mentor Senior Center | (440) 974-5725 | By becoming members of the local senior center, older adults can connect with peers and take part in many fun activities. Seniors benefit from access to a library, a billiards room and fitness equipment. Additionally, members can take part in programs such as dance classes, yoga classes and outings to local attractions. |
| Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging | (800) 626-7277 | Seniors in the Mentor area can benefit from many services and programs offered by their local AAA. The Aging and Disability Resource Center is the first point of contact between older adults and available services and public benefits, including an assisted living subsidy program. |
| The Long Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 365-3112 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is part of a national network of advocacy services created to protect residents of assisted living facilities and other long-term care units. Residents can contact it to log in complaints about their facilities. Representatives with the program can investigate and mediate on behalf of seniors. Additionally, seniors and their family members can contact the service for help in finding suitable long-term care. |
| Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program | (800) 686-1578 | OSHIIP is a statewide initiative providing free insurance counseling to Medicare beneficiaries and seniors who are eligible for Medicare. Trained counselors with the program can help callers gain a better understanding of matters such as Medicare parts A to D, Medicaid and long-term care insurance options. |
| Legal Helpline for Ohio Seniors | (513) 345-4160 | By calling the legal helpline, older adults aged 60 and above can get a 30-minute consultation with an attorney. Callers benefit from free advice and, in some cases, can be referred to local services for low-cost court representation. Seniors can get information on topics such as guardianship, public benefits and Medicare. |
Mentor Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page for more information about these laws.
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Richard
5
Review of Danbury Mentor
We moved both of our parents into Danbury and had nothing short of a great experience in all aspects of their care. Food was wonderful, always kept very clean, and the care staff went above and...
Provider response
Richard, we are thrilled to hear about the positive experience both your parents had at Danbury. Providing a comfortable and caring environment is our top priority, and we are glad to know that our...
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Debbie
5
Review of Danbury Mentor
My mother has been a resident at Danbury Mentor for a few months now. The apartment she has is the perfect size for her needs. The staff is friendly and helpful.
Assisted Living
Mark
4
Review of Danbury Mentor
We've signed up for Danbury Mentor for my mother. I liked the caring nurses team. I watched how they would bring people down to the dining room, how they brought them back, and how they would...
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