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Assisted Living Communities in Boardman, OH
Situated in the Mahoning Valley, Boardman sits approximately 5 miles south of Youngstown, in...
northeast Ohio. Seniors who need help with daily activities choose from nearby assisted living facilities, including those in surrounding areas. In Boardman, the expected cost of assisted living hovers around $4,650 per month, significantly lower than the U.S. and Ohio median rates of $5,350 and $5,294, respectively.
To help readers learn about the quality of care they can expect in Boardman, we have compiled 511 reviews reviews of local assisted living facilities in our directory, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Reviewer RC#0103c
3.0
Review of The Inn at Walker Mill
The people at The Inn at Walker Mill were very nice. The residents were just coming back from some sort of bus trip. I don't know where they went, but they walked in and all of them were jabbering...
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Charles
5.0
Review of The Inn at Walker Mill
My dad lives in The Inn at Walker Mill. It's a beautiful community and it was built in 2008. Everybody seems friendly and pleasant there, and the residents seem grateful. When I go there to visit...
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Gail
5.0
Review of The Inn at Walker Mill
We liked Commons at Greenbriar, but they had no availability. The place was very clean, and the people were very nice. The atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. If there's a new resident, they...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the median monthly cost of assisted living in Boardman stands at $4,650, lower than the U.S. standard charge of $5,350. Compared to other cities in Ohio, Boardman remains a moderately affordable option. Cincinnati's rates hover around $5,583, while Lima has a much higher expected cost at roughly $7,413. Meanwhile, facilities in Mansfield offer more budget-friendly prices, starting at $4,243 per month.
Boardman
$4,650
Ohio
$5,294
United States
$5,350
Mansfield
$4,243
Columbus
$5,348
Cincinnati
$5,583
Lima
$7,413
Paying for Assisted Living in Boardman
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Boardman
Low-income Boardman seniors who need help with assisted living costs may be able to get help from one of Ohio’s two programs, the Assisted Living Waiver Program and MyCare Ohio.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living facilities in Boardman charge a median rate of $4,650 per month. Seniors looking for a more affordable option can consider adult day health care, with an approximate cost of $1,809. In-home care is more expensive, at around $5,339, and home health care services have an expected monthly cost of $5,720. Nursing home facilities charge the highest fees, roughly $8,821, for a semi-private room.
In-Home Care
$5,339
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,809
Assisted Living Facility
$4,650
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,821
Note: Since data for Boardman is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Youngstown, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Boardman
Seniors and families who need help with issues related to assisted living may find the following free resources useful. These programs provide direct assistance or refer families to other useful community organizations.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Long-Term Care Consultations | (330) 505-230 | Provided by the Direction Home of Eastern Ohio, which is the Area Agency on Aging for the region, the long-term care consultations program helps seniors and families locate assisted living facilities that meet their needs and budget. In addition to offering valuable information about long-term care in the area, agents can perform at-home inspections to determine each senior's specific needs. Medicaid eligible adults may qualify for the assisted living waiver, which partly pays for care in a facility. |
| Easterseals Transportation Services | (330) 743-1168 | Easterseals of Mahoning, Trumbull, and Columbiana provides door-to-door transportation services for seniors in Boardman. This program helps adults in long-term care facilities get to medical appointments and social activities while providing assistance when needed for seniors with mobility problems. While a donation of $2.50 per ride is suggested, anyone who can't afford the fare can ride for free. |
| Senior Citizens Unit | (330) 480-5078 | Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office operates a Senior Citizens Unit to protect vulnerable adults in Boardman from abuse, neglect and exploitation. They respond to initial reports and coordinate a response in conjunction with local and state agencies. The unit also works with other community organizations to improve the lives of seniors through education, planning, cooperative strategies and support services. |
| Veterans Service Commission | (330) 740-2450 | Eligible veterans can contact Mahoning County's Veterans Service Commission for a wealth of services, including those related to assisted living. These include benefits applications, emergency financial assistance, transportation to VA medical centers and general information and guidance. Seniors in Boardman can use their pensions as well as Aid & Attendance benefits to help pay for assisted living. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Boardman
Boardman-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.
