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The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Lancaster, OH for 2024

There are 8 Assisted Living Facilities in the Lancaster area, with 6 in Lancaster and 2 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Lancaster is $3,656 per month. This is lower than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 299 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Lancaster. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Lancaster 4.38 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Pickerington with an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped 6 families in Lancaster find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Lancaster, call (855) 948-3865.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lancaster

Colonel Ebenezer Zane founded Lancaster, Ohio, in 1800 as a farm settlement. Today, this city in central Ohio is home to 42 assisted living communities where seniors can live with the maximum independence and privacy their health allows. These sites are all regulated at the state level by the Ohio Department of Health’s Office of Health Assurance and Licensing, which publishes training documents and conducts regular inspections of properties. Seniors in Ohio's assisted living communities can expect room and board for their monthly payments, as well as 24-hour response from staff and help with their activities of daily living (ADLs). These include help bathing, dressing and meal preparation, as well as the administration of some medication.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lancaster

  • Lancaster's weather is marked by cold winters, which can be problematic for seniors with respiratory issues like COPD, and very mild summers. December lows here drop to 18 degrees Fahrenheit, while summer highs reach 84 degrees Fahrenheit.

  • The cost of living in Lancaster is just a bit lower for most seniors than it is elsewhere in the United States. Grocery shoppers here pay around 90 percent the national average for their goods, while health care bills that hover close to 98 percent of the median nationwide.

  • Ohio charges income tax of between 0.495 to 4.997 percent, to which is added a local tax of between 0 and 3 percent, depending on locality. Seniors who live on SSI and some types of retirement income enjoy an exemption, which can help stretch investment money somewhat. Ohio also imposes a 6.5 to 8 percent sales tax. 

  • Crime is somewhat higher in Lancaster than the national average. Crimes against seniors, such as burglary and assault, are less common than simple thefts, and rarely occur in fully staffed assisted living communities.

  • Public transportation in Lancaster is in the hands of Lancaster-Fairfield Public Transit, which operates five hourly buses on fixed-deviated routes. Seniors with valid ID get a discount on regular fares on this service, as do riders with disabilities.

  • The Lancaster area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Fairfield Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Assisted Living in Lancaster

Assisted Living costs in Lancaster start around $3,169 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Lancaster and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Ohio

Granville

$5,200

Gahanna

$4,383

US

$4,000

Lancaster

$3,169

Reynoldsburg

$2,760

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lancaster

Ohio's Assisted Living Waiver helps Medicaid-eligible seniors cover some or all of the cost of living in assisted living communities. Low-income seniors can also apply for Ohio's residential state supplement.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Financial Assistance in Ohio

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lancaster

Lancaster and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Lancaster, please visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lancaster

Lancaster-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page for more information about these laws.

Laws and Regulations in Ohio

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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ANON

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Bickford of Lancaster

My great-grandmother spent her final years at this facility and I couldn't thank and be more grateful for the staff who cared and provided for her. They were always very friendly and took the care...

Provider response

We are so honored to have been part of your family and your grandmother's journey. Thank you for trusting and believing in us. We wish you all the best.

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Carolyn

I visited this facility

Review of Bickford of Lancaster

I toured Bickford of Lancaster. It was a very nice and very homey feel. Their food was chef-made, and it was very, very good. They served you like you were in a restaurant. The facility itself and...

Provider response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review.

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Carolyn

I visited this facility

Review of The Ridge at Lancaster

I toured The Ridge at Lancaster. It's nice and it's close to everything like grocery shopping. It's close to all the stuff. They're close to places where you can eat out, too. They had studio and...

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