Poland is a village on the southeastern edge of Youngstown. According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2019 estimate, it has 2,378 residents, forming part of Mahoning County’s 228,614 population, 21.4% of whom are aged 65 and over. Its above-average senior population is a sign that older residents enjoy the village’s low cost of living, numerous curb-to-curb transportation services and very low rates of crime. Other attractions include the markets that pepper Mahoning Valley, such as The Amish Market and Countryside Farm Market, both renowned for the high quality of their fresh produce. 

Poland’s below-average cost of living extends to its assisted living fees, which average at $4,038 per month, about $312 less than what the typical Ohioan pays. Assisted living offers an alternative to seniors who need daily support in their homes but don’t want to lose their independence. Professional caregivers ensure residents get the correct dosage of medications on time, housekeepers keep rooms clean and tidy and chefs prepare quality meals three times per day. 

The remainder of this guide considers the advantages and disadvantages of living in Poland and the costs of various types of senior care. It also lists some useful resources for seniors.

Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Poland, OH

Wickshire SL of Poland

335 West McKinley Way, Poland, OH, 44514

Wickshire SL Poland was a very nice place. Everybody was very friendly, they even had a sign welcoming me when I came in. They provided lunch for me and I got a full tour of the facility. The apartmen … (read more)
Wickshire SL Poland was a very nice place. Everybody was very friendly, they even had a sign welcoming me when I came in. They provided lunch for me and I got a full tour of the facility. The apartmen … (read more)

The Inn at Poland Way

6501 Poland Way, Poland, OH, 44514

We chose The Inn at Poland Way because they had an opening when we needed it. My mother-in-law’s room was brand new, the place was brand new, and the people were extremely nice. When we first walked i … (read more)
We chose The Inn at Poland Way because they had an opening when we needed it. My mother-in-law’s room was brand new, the place was brand new, and the people were extremely nice. When we first walked i … (read more)

Hampton Woods Assisted Living & Nursing Center

1525 E Western Reserve Road, Poland, OH, 44514

We looked at Hampton Woods. It is an absolutely, incredible, beautiful facility. But it didn’t work for my mother because you needed to be a bit more independent. It’s set up on a social model versus … (read more)
We looked at Hampton Woods. It is an absolutely, incredible, beautiful facility. But it didn’t work for my mother because you needed to be a bit more independent. It’s set up on a social model versus … (read more)

Shepherd of the Valley – Poland

301 W. Western Reserve Rd., Poland, OH, 44514

We looked at Shepherd of the Valley-Poland. The facility is nice, and it seems clean. The lady that gave the tour was not great. It didn’t seem warm and engaging. It seemed rather cold. We did not try … (read more)
We looked at Shepherd of the Valley-Poland. The facility is nice, and it seems clean. The lady that gave the tour was not great. It didn’t seem warm and engaging. It seemed rather cold. We did not try … (read more)

The Blackburn Home

6 Botsford Street, Poland, OH, 44514


Canfield Place

2300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, OH, 44511

Canfield Place is in Youngstown, Ohio, the county seat of Mahoning County. This facility offers one-bedroom apartments with in-room kitchenettes. Residents enjoy sharing meals in the dining room with … (read more)
Canfield Place is in Youngstown, Ohio, the county seat of Mahoning County. This facility offers one-bedroom apartments with in-room kitchenettes. Residents enjoy sharing meals in the dining room with … (read more)

Whispering Pines Village

937 East Park Avenue, Columbiana, OH, 44408

My mother is in Whispering Pines Village. She’s been there for about eight months now. I would highly recommend this facility for anybody looking to place their loved one in assisted living. The staff … (read more)
My mother is in Whispering Pines Village. She’s been there for about eight months now. I would highly recommend this facility for anybody looking to place their loved one in assisted living. The staff … (read more)

Windsor Estates Assisted Living

5240 Windsor Way, New Middletown, OH, 44442

My mother-in-law moved into Windsor Estates Assisted Living. She’s doing well. She just got out of isolation, and she’s doing her first activity today. She said the staff is wonderful, and the food is … (read more)
My mother-in-law moved into Windsor Estates Assisted Living. She’s doing well. She just got out of isolation, and she’s doing her first activity today. She said the staff is wonderful, and the food is … (read more)

Clen-Moore Place

22 West Clen Moore Boulevard, New Castle, PA, 16105

Clen-Moore Place is a very nice place. The lady was very nice, and they have a nice package to take home with you. Even though in New Castle, they have a nice courtyard inside that you forget that you … (read more)
Clen-Moore Place is a very nice place. The lady was very nice, and they have a nice package to take home with you. Even though in New Castle, they have a nice courtyard inside that you forget that you … (read more)

Omni West Assisted Living

3259 Vestal Rd., Youngstown, OH, 44509

We thought Omni West Assisted Living was very nice. It would have worked out, but it was a little bit too far. We were only there one time, but they were very, very congenial, very welcoming, and very … (read more)
We thought Omni West Assisted Living was very nice. It would have worked out, but it was a little bit too far. We were only there one time, but they were very, very congenial, very welcoming, and very … (read more)

Rhodes Estates

318 Rhodes, New Castle, PA, 16101

I visited Rhodes Estates and right away, I smelled something that was "off." When you go to some nursing homes, they don’t have an odor, but this one had somewhat of an odor. It’s the assisted living … (read more)
I visited Rhodes Estates and right away, I smelled something that was "off." When you go to some nursing homes, they don’t have an odor, but this one had somewhat of an odor. It’s the assisted living … (read more)

Liberty Arms Assisted Living

1353 Churchill Hubbard Rd., Youngstown, OH, 44505

I’m currently in Windsor House at Liberty Arms Assisted Living Residence. They have terrible management. Rude, arrogant, arbitrary, capricious, and acting with actual malice. The rooms are fine, the f … (read more)
I’m currently in Windsor House at Liberty Arms Assisted Living Residence. They have terrible management. Rude, arrogant, arbitrary, capricious, and acting with actual malice. The rooms are fine, the f … (read more)

Antonine Village

2675 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson, OH, 44451

Being a resident of this facility for almost a year has been quite an experience. I decided to move back home from Maryland to North Jackson as this seemed to fill my needs. I like the location, in th … (read more)
Being a resident of this facility for almost a year has been quite an experience. I decided to move back home from Maryland to North Jackson as this seemed to fill my needs. I like the location, in th … (read more)

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Shepherd of the Valley – Niles

1500 Mckinley Avenue, Niles, OH, 44446

Located in a residential area of Niles, Ohio, Shepherd of the Valley is within close proximity to local shopping, restaurants and parks, as well as Route 422 and I-80. Residents praise the excellent c … (read more)
Located in a residential area of Niles, Ohio, Shepherd of the Valley is within close proximity to local shopping, restaurants and parks, as well as Route 422 and I-80. Residents praise the excellent c … (read more)

Park Vista of Youngstown

1216 5th Ave, Youngstown, OH, 44504

When my husband gets to be that far along in his little journey, Park Vista is probably where we would choose. First of all, we have people from our church that are there. It’s a completely differen … (read more)
When my husband gets to be that far along in his little journey, Park Vista is probably where we would choose. First of all, we have people from our church that are there. It’s a completely differen … (read more)

Inn at Ironwood

6699 Ironwood Boulevard, Canfield, OH, 44406

The Inn at Ironwood was a nice place, and the staff was nice. They seemed to have a lot of activities. They had a sitting room, a TV room, and a balcony. My aunt was there and they decorated for Chris … (read more)
The Inn at Ironwood was a nice place, and the staff was nice. They seemed to have a lot of activities. They had a sitting room, a TV room, and a balcony. My aunt was there and they decorated for Chris … (read more)

The Inn at Walker Mill

8060 South Avenue, Boardman, OH, 44512

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 stra … (read more)
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 stra … (read more)

Ridgewood At Shenango Valley

ONE ELSTON WAY, Hermitage, PA, 16148

I toured Ridgewood At Shenango Valley. It was very nice and lovely. Their rooms were nice. They’re not huge. They have a lovely courtyard outside. It’s just very, very nice. If they would have accepte … (read more)
I toured Ridgewood At Shenango Valley. It was very nice and lovely. Their rooms were nice. They’re not huge. They have a lovely courtyard outside. It’s just very, very nice. If they would have accepte … (read more)

Levy Gardens

584 granada avenue, Youngstown, OH, 44505

Levy Gardens is a Jewish assisted living facility located in Youngstown, Ohio, near the Robert E. Hagan Memorial Highway. Residents and visitors refer to Levy Gardens as a beautiful place with plenty … (read more)
Levy Gardens is a Jewish assisted living facility located in Youngstown, Ohio, near the Robert E. Hagan Memorial Highway. Residents and visitors refer to Levy Gardens as a beautiful place with plenty … (read more)

Marian Living Center

9800 Market St, North Lima, OH, 44452

We toured Marian Living Center. It was our second choice. It was nice where they were located in the building. They had enough for the assisted living plus. They also had nursing across time limits. A … (read more)
We toured Marian Living Center. It was our second choice. It was nice where they were located in the building. They had enough for the assisted living plus. They also had nursing across time limits. A … (read more)

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Poland

Residential care facilities, which include assisted living, are regulated by the Ohio Department of Health. The department has the authority to issue a license to those that meet the required standards and remove it from those that don’t. This involves the department and fire marshall making at least one unannounced inspection every 15 months to ensure facilities are compliant.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Poland

  • According to Sperling’s Best Places, Poland’s average cost of living index is 81, making the city a more affordable location than average for the state and the country. Of particular interest to seniors considering assisted living are the below-average indices for health care and transportation costs, averaging at 82.9 and 84.7, respectively.
  • Despite its compact size, Poland is within minutes of several medical facilities, including the Heart and Vascular Institute and the Vibra Hospital of Mahoning Valley. Additionally, seniors only have a short journey to Youngstown’s many excellent hospitals. Poland and its neighboring communities also boast 101 Medicare-registered physicians working in multiple fields, ensuring seniors have greater choice in who handles their health care needs.
  • As with most locations in this part of the country, Poland’s climate can be challenging at times. Winter temperatures routinely hover around 18 degrees and snow falls more often than average. There are also fewer sunny days. But it’s not all bad news. Summer months are very pleasant, with temperatures averaging 84 degrees and the rainfall is responsible for the magnificent Lake Hamilton and Poland Municipal Forest that bookend the village.
  • Poland’s seniors have several options for easily getting around Mahoning County and neighboring communities. Easterseals is a nonprofit organization that operates a door-to-door transportation service for Mahoning and Turnbull County residents aged 60 and over. Trips are free (although a $2.50 donation per trip is welcomed) and can be for any purpose. Alternatively, Countywide, a low-cost shared-ride service, is available to seniors unable to use the fixed-route service. However, trips must be within Mahoning County.
  • Although all crime is bad, Poland’s very low crime rates are enviable. Violent crime is so infrequent it registers as zero in data published by Neighborhood Scout. Property crime does register, but at a rate of 1 in 396, it’s very low when compared to the state average of 1 in 49, which is itself slightly below the national average.

Paying for Assisted Living in Poland

The results of the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey conclude that Poland’s average monthly fee for an assisted living placement is $4,038, showing the village’s costs to be 7.4% below Ohio’s average and 6.3% below the national average.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Although Poland’s costs are at the more affordable end of the scale, they’re not the lowest in Ohio. Seniors in Cleveland regularly see costs of $3,950. However, it’s more normal to see costs above Poland’s. For example, Canton’s fees are typically $4,633, while in Akron, $4,875 is the norm.

$4038

Poland

$4350

Ohio

$4300

The United States

$4875

Akron

$4633

Canton

$3950

Cleveland

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Care fees typically reflect the costs of the care provided but sometimes there’s a surprise. As an example, $4,004 pays for a caregiver to support seniors part-time in their homes but for another $34 per month, seniors can get round-the-clock care in an assisted living community. Home health care, which includes visits from medical professionals, costs $4,385, while seniors who can attend adult day care centers can pay as little as $1,192 per month, sometimes less. Nursing home care is the most expensive, with a typical private room costing $8,365 and a semiprivate room $7,300.

$4004

Homemaker Services

$4385

Home Health Aide

$1192

Adult Day Health Care

$4038

Assisted Living Facility

$7300

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8365

Nursing Home Facility (private room)

Note: Data for Poland was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Youngstown, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Poland

Medicaid eligible seniors in Poland may be able to get financial assistance with their assisted living expenses through one of Ohio’s two programs. These are known as MyCare Ohio and the Assisted Living Waiver Program.

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

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities 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 Poland

Poland’s seniors have access to multiple resources that can enhance their lives. The following examples provide ways of identifying benefits, borrowing sturdy medical equipment, getting help in disputes with care providers and supporting the local community. Direction Home of Eastern Ohio can help seniors access some of the resources not listed here.

Resource

Contact

Service

(800) 589-5826

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman is a free service provided to seniors living in residential care facilities. Ombudsmen are volunteers who regularly visit assisted living communities to ensure the residents are fully aware of their rights and to listen to their complaints. All complaints are investigated by the ombudsman, including those made by residents' families and third parties. The ombudsman will try to resolve the complaint with the facility's owner or manager. An additional service offered to seniors comparing assisted living communities for their long-term needs is free access to the facilities' most recent inspection reports.

(330) 740-2450

The Veterans Service Commission of Mahoning County supports U.S. military veterans and their families, helping them identify and apply for local, state and federal benefits to which they're entitled. It can also help qualifying vets apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit, which can help meet some of their assisted living costs. Other services include referring vets to VA clinics and medical centers.

(330) 480-0352

Seniors who want to volunteer their time, skills and experience to help other citizens of Poland and Mahoning County should contact RSVP Mahoning Valley. The organization can connect seniors with suitable nonprofits, local charities and government agencies that rely on the help volunteers provide. These include Habitat for Humanity, which helps weatherize the homes of low-income seniors, and Meals on Wheels, which delivers fresh food to Poland's housebound elderly community.

(234) 417-0250

Easterseals is a private nonprofit dedicated to helping seniors throughout northern Ohio. Its support work includes equipping seniors with medical apparatus for periods of up to 90 days. There's no charge for the service. Seniors dealing with temporary or long-term illnesses and disabilities can apply to borrow wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, shower chairs and bedside commodes.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Poland

Poland-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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Ohio