The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elyria, OH for 2023

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Elyria, OH

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Wesleyan Village

Provides: Assisted Living
807 West Avenue, Elyria, OH 44035
"Wesleyan Village was a big place, but it was a really nice facility. It looks like a big hotel. I only met one person, and she was also very nice and thorough. It was very clean and well kept. They..." More

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The AbbeWood

Provides: Assisted Living
1210 South Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035
"The AbbeWood is like an upscale hotel when you come in. It has good security, and the people are friendly and helpful. The person showed me an efficiency suite and a one-bedroom suite. I chose the..." More

Life Care Center of Elyria

Provides: Assisted Living
1212 Abbe Rd S, Elyria, OH 44035

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Lorain Estates Senior Living

Provides: Assisted Living
3290 Cooper Foster Park Road, Lorain, OH 44053
"I liked Lorain Estates Senior Living very much. I liked the staff, and they just seemed friendly. Everything looked clean. They have their own staff. They're not from agencies and that's what I..." More

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Vitalia Active Adult Community North ...

Provides: Assisted Living
29801 Lorain Road, North Olmsted, OH 44070
"The employees are wonderful, very helpful & always pleasant when you’re interacting with them. The residents are also very nice. I’m very happy here. " More

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St Mary of the Woods

Provides: Assisted Living
35755 Detroit Road, Avon, OH 44011
"St Mary of the Woods was very, very nice and new, but I didn't see a single resident. I walked through the place, but it was simply uneventful, and I didn't see anybody having any fun. I know they..." More

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Danbury North Ridgeville

Provides: Assisted Living
33770 Bagley Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
"Danbury Senior Living is honored to be a part of the North Ridgeville community. We are setting a new standard of senior living by offering an exceptional portfolio of lifestyle options. Our..." More

Emerald Village Retirement Community

Provides: Assisted Living
30344 lorain road, North Olmsted, OH 44070
"I went to Emerald Village Retirement Community with my mother. I liked everything about it. The staff were very accommodating. Even the people that were living there seemed to be very kind and open..." More

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Avon Oaks

Provides: Assisted Living
37800 French Creek Road, Avon, OH 44011
"I was able to visit Avon Oaks. The rooms were small and the people were nice. I think it was a lot more expensive than the other place and they didn't take Medicaid. Their dining area was nice and..." More

O’Neill Healthcare North Ridgeville

Provides: Assisted Living
38600 Center Ridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH 4...
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A Loving Hand Senior Living

Provides: Assisted Living
637 Appleseed Drive, Lorain, OH 44053

Northridge Skilled Nursing & Rehabili...

Provides: Assisted Living
35990 Westminister Ave, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
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Senior Wyze Senior Care & Assisted Li...

Provides: Assisted Living
37000 Center Ridge Rd, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
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    What to Consider About Assisted Living in Elyria

    Located on the banks of the Black River, Elyria is home to around 54,000 people. Almost 15 percent of the population is aged 65 and over, and they can easily find assisted living accommodations, with three facilities in the city and another 40 in nearby communities, including Avon, Westlake and Rocky River.

    The Ohio Department of Health monitors and licenses assisted living facilities in Elyria, and different licenses are offered based on the size of the facility and the level of care provided.

    Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Elyria

    • The American Lung Association gives Lorain County, including Elyria, good grades for air quality. Particle pollution received an A grade, with ozone pollution receiving a B, which is beneficial for seniors with respiratory conditions.
    • The cost of living in Elyria is 21 percent cheaper than the national average. The price of health care, groceries and transportation are all substantially cheaper than other parts of the country, which helps seniors who are on a fixed income.
    • Elyria averages only 164 sunny days each year, which can be challenging for seniors who enjoy soaking in the sunshine. Winters are cold, with January lows averaging just 20 degrees, and around 47 inches of snow each year.
    • Elyria's crime rate is higher than 86 percent of Ohio's towns and cities. Violent crime occurs at a rate of 3 per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate is 27.61 per 1,000 residents, an important consideration for safety-conscious seniors


    Paying for Assisted Living in Elyria

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Ohio

    $4,700.00 North Olmsted
    $4,305.00 Avon
    $4,000.00 Avon Lake
    $4,000.00 US
    $3,662.00 Lorain
    $3,500.00 North Ridgeville
    $2,221.00 Elyria

    Assisted Living costs in Elyria start around $2,221 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 Elyria 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.

    Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Elyria

    Seniors who live in assisted living facilities in Elyria may be eligible for the Assisted Living Waiver Program, which pays for resident's care, allowing residents to cover the cost of room and board. Further financial assistance can be found through the Optional State Supplement, which supplements Social Security income for eligible seniors.

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

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    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 Elyria

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


    Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Elyria

    Elyria-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.

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    Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Elyria

    • Review of The AbbeWood

      The AbbeWood is like an upscale hotel when you come in. It has good security, and the people are friendly and helpful. The person showed me an efficiency suite and a one-bedroom suite. I chose the ... Read more

      VS
    • Review of The AbbeWood

      We toured The AbbeWood for my parents. The community was beautiful. It was well kept up. It was gorgeous. The problem for us, it was too big. It's out in the middle of nowhere, first of all, so the... Read more

      Deidre
    • Review of Wesleyan Village

      Wesleyan Village was a big place, but it was a really nice facility. It looks like a big hotel. I only met one person, and she was also very nice and thorough. It was very clean and well kept. They... Read more

      Reviewer RC#0401a
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