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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Medina, OH for 2024

 

Centrally located between Cleveland and Akron, Medina offers outstanding access to hospitals, shopping and dining amenities and age-friendly recreation. Of this city’s 26,000 residents, about 16% are aged 65 and over, fostering a social environment for retirees. Crime is unusual and public transportation options are plentiful, making the city an attractive place for active retirees, and benefits such as retirement-friendly tax laws promote financial stability.

Medina also has several assisted living facilities to accommodate its senior community’s changing care needs. These residential facilities feature private and semi-private housing, often with apartment-style units with in-room kitchens and bathrooms, and they provide individualized help with daily living activities, such as dressing and personal grooming. Residents can enjoy three meals daily and participate in enriching fitness classes, lifelong learning courses and community outings, and in some cases, pets are allowed. While monthly rates may vary depending on a facility’s amenities or pricing structure, seniors in Medina typically pay $4,993 per month for care. This is well above the state and national norms of $4,635 and $4,500, respectively.

This guide provides more information on assisted living in Medina, including an overview of some of the most helpful resources for current and prospective residents. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Medina

The Ohio Department of Health licenses all assisted living facilities in Medina and the rest of the state. These facilities, which are officially licensed as residential care facilities, follow rules related to the number of residents they accommodate and the services they provide. The department also investigates incident reports and complaints to promote a high standard of care.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Medina

 

  • In Ohio, seniors pay state income taxes on most forms of retirement income, including their public and private pension income and withdrawals from retirement savings accounts. However, the first $25,000 of an individual’s annual income is tax-exempt, and seniors don’t pay state income taxes on their Social Security benefits regardless of their tax bracket.
  • Medina Hospital is located in Medina proper and provides nearly two dozen specialties, including rehabilitation, orthopedic and imaging services. Additionally, many assisted living facilities have nurses on staff, as well as on-call doctors who provide telehealth and in-person checkups.
  • Seniors in Medina have access to several transportation programs that can supplement what they obtain through assisted living. The county funds a curb-to-curb transportation service for those aged 60 and over, helping older adults attend appointments and local medical facilities, social services agencies and public benefits offices. Additionally, Medina County Public Transit has a reduced fare program for those aged 60 and over.
  • Medina offers seasonal weather with warm summers and chilly winters, making the city a favorable option for seniors who enjoy experiencing distinct seasons. The warm season lasts from late May until the middle of September and brings average daytime temperatures of 72 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The cold season begins in early December and lasts through the first week of March and has average daytime highs between 33 and 43 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • On a 100-point cost of living index based on national norms, Medina scores 93.2. While this is about 10 points higher than the Ohio average, it indicates that this city is a relatively budget-friendly place to live compared to the nation as a whole. This may appeal to older adults seeking an affordable place for retirement.
  • Violent and property-related crimes occur less frequently in Medina than in a typical U.S. community, making the city an attractive retirement destination for active seniors. On a 100-point index, the city scores roughly 10 points lower than the U.S. norm for both property and violent crime, with respective scores at 23.3 and 11.2.

Paying for Assisted Living in Medina

 

Assisted living facilities in Medina charge $4,993 per month for housing and services, although rates may differ depending on a facility’s fee structure, size and amenities.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

On average, seniors in Medina pay $4,993 per month for assisted living, making this city among the costlier places in the state and nation for care. Local care costs are 8% higher than the Ohio norm and 11% over the national rate, and they exceed what’s typical for the region. For example, in Canton, care costs are a little lower at $4,905, and in Youngstown, monthly care costs are 5% lower than in Youngstown. Similarly, in Lima, rates are 8% lower than in Medina, and in Toledo, monthly care costs come in about 16% lower.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

In Medina, seniors pay $4,993 per month for assisted living, exceeding what individuals pay for other senior care options within the city. Seniors who opt for in-home care pay about 19% less on monthly fees and those who need home health care pay 18% less, although these options don’t include housing and meal expenses. Similarly, adult day health care facilities charge competitive rates of $1,625 for care, but nursing home rates are considerably higher than assisted living costs at $8,000.

In-Home Care

$4,052

Home Health Care

$4,099

Adult Day Health Care

$1,625

Assisted Living Facility

$4,993

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,000

Note: Data for Medina was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Akron, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Medina

In Medina, seniors who qualify for Medicaid may be able to take advantage of Ohio's Medicaid expansion programs for financial assistance for assisted living, including the use of the Ohio assisted living waiver program. Medina County is also among the 29 participants in the MyCare Ohio program, an additional care plan under Medicaid. Ohio also has a Residential State Supplement (RSS) program to help seniors cover assisted living costs.

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 Medina

Medina 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 Medina, please visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Medina

 

Medina 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ohio

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Dave

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Medina South

Brookdale Medina South definitely wasn't a first choice. It was a very institutional looking setting, but not too bad. When we looked at the price points, it definitely wasn't the one I would lean...

Provider response

We appreciate you taking the time to visit Brookdale Medina South and share your feedback. We are committed to quality service and care and will review your feedback with our management team.

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Patricia

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

Review of Brookdale Medina South

Dad is at Brookdale Medina South. The facility is very good. It is homey. The staff's care and concern for him are excellent. They're like family. They have exercises, puzzles, art classes...

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Mary

I visited this facility

Review of Broadway Creek Senior Living

I toured Broadway Creek Senior Living. The lady was very helpful. The place was very nice. However, when I walked through the double doors, the first thing I saw were people sitting around in...

Provider response

Hello! We want to thank you for leaving a review with us here at Broadway Creek. Our residents, family members, and staff’s opinions are of the utmost importance to us, and we take all feedback...

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