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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Akron, OH for 2024

Approximately 15% of Akron’s estimated 189,000 residents are seniors, making it a popular place for those aged 65 and over. It is also a city that has seen a considerable increase in Alzheimer’s-related deaths between 2016 and 2020. Deaths from the disease increased by over 45% during this time period, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In comparison, the increase in overall deaths is estimated at only 20% in the same time period.

An essential element of dementia care is comprehensive support, which is why memory care communities generally provide a low staff-to-resident ratio. Residents have access to a range of tailored services, including recreational activities, educational programs and cognitive games that can slow memory loss progression. Additionally, residents have access to specially trained caregivers who help with practical activities of daily living, such as eating, bathing, dressing and toileting.

This guide covers details of memory care in Akron, such as the cost of care in the city and nearby areas, useful resources and financial assistance that may be available.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Akron

The Ohio Department of Health oversees residential care facilities in Akron and throughout the state. The specific entity responsible for licensing and regulation of such facilities is the DOH’s Bureau of Regulatory Operations. Under DOH policy, each residential care facility in the state receives a minimum of one unannounced, comprehensive inspection every 15 months.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Akron

  • Akron is a good choice for seniors living on a budget. On a scale where 100 is the U.S. average, Akron’s overall cost of living is just 69.5. General health costs rate 83.1 on that same scale, with the cost of food below average at well at 93.5.
  • Seniors with significant retirement income may feel more of a yearly tax pinch here than elsewhere, as Akron’s income tax rate of 5.6% is a point above the national average of 4.6%. However, in-store total prices are a bit lower than average; the sales tax rate here is 6.75%, slightly under the national average of 7.3%.
  • Akron tends to be less sunny than most U.S. cities, averaging only 164 sunny days per year against the national average of 205. That’s offset by its pleasantly mild summers, with the hottest month of the year, July, seeing average highs of just 83.
  • As of 2022, Akron’s government works with AARP to improve quality of life for area seniors as part of the city’s application to AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. The program puts an emphasis on promoting civic and social participation, ensuring communities are walkable and providing seniors with access to convenient health services.
  • Crime rates are above national averages in Akron. The city’s violent crime rates 35.5 on a 1-100 scale, and its property crime rates 61.9; the associated national rates are 22.7 and 35.4, respectively. Most long-term care communities have physical and electronic security measures that make crime less of a concern for their residents.

Paying for Memory Care in Akron

No data source specifically tracks monthly costs for memory care, but such care generally costs 20%-30% more than assisted living in most cities. Following that data, we’ve estimated memory care costs by adding 25% to the assisted living costs noted by the yearly Genworth Cost of Care Survey.

The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

At an estimated $6,241 a month, memory care is appreciably more expensive in Akron than in the rest of Ohio, where the cost averages $5,794 a month. The national average is lower than both at $5,625. Cincinnati’s slightly above the state average with a monthly cost of $5,833, and Toledo is nearly $600 cheaper at $5,274. The capital city of Columbus is one of the cheapest in-state options, with an estimated monthly memory care cost of $5,106.

Akron

$6,241

Ohio

$5,794

The United States

$5,625

Cincinnati

$5,833

Columbus

$5,106

Toledo

$5,274

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Other types of long-term care include home-based services such as homemaker and home health aide support. In Akron, homemaker care averages $4,052 a month, and home health aide care averages $4,099. Assisted living is roughly $900 more expensive at $4,993. The most expensive options are nursing homes, where a semiprivate room costs $8,000 and a private room runs $9,193. Adult day care is by far the least expensive choice at $1,625 a month.

Homemaker

$4,052

Home Health Aide

$4,099

Adult Day Care

$1,625

Assisted Living

$4,993

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$8,000

Nursing Home (private room)

$9,193

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Akron

In Akron, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies, and how to apply, Memory Care in Ohio page.

More ways to pay for memory care in OH

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

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

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Ohio page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Akron

Those interested in memory care options in Akron may find the following resources helpful. This list includes legal, social and mental health supports.

ResourceContactService
Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman800-282-1206Members of this office focus on addressing the concerns and complaints of people living in community situations such as assisted living facilities. They can help seniors rectify issues regarding abusive or neglectful staff behavior, provide information about insurance, offer assistance with signing up for benefits and connect the residents of long-term care facilities with services that can help them improve their quality of life.
Jewish Family Center330-867-3388This religious nonprofit provides mental health counseling services for older adults in the Akron area. Approaches include both talk therapy and psychiatric medications. The JFS offers its mental health services on a sliding scale and does not turn people away due to lack of funds.
Direction Home Akron Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities800-266-4346This agency coordinates with the state-level Ohio Department of Aging to cover the needs of seniors in Akron's Summit County, as well as Portage, Stark and Wayne counties. In addition to helping older adults remain involved in the local community via volunteer opportunities and transportation programs, it helps them connect with health care and benefits information.
Akron-Summit County Public Library330-643-9000This local library puts an emphasis on dementia-inclusive resources aimed at improving quality of life for seniors with cognitive issues. Its BrainHQ program offers a selection of exercises designed to help boost memory and increase focus. The library's staff members are certified in dementia-based community work by the Ohio Council for Cognitive Health.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Akron

Akron Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Ohio page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Ohio

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Review of Greenview Senior Living - CLOSED

I am so happy that I was referred to Greenview senior living. Martina and the staff are great. Always pleasant and willing to answer any questions I might have. My mom wasn't comfortable in a big...

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Mark

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

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My brother moved into Brookdale Montrose. They had a very good follow-through, and they kept it while he was in the hospital awaiting placement. They came to see him, they had a nurse out there....

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

Review of Greenview Senior Living - CLOSED

the best thing about green view is their attentiveness to their residents and families. You never have to "guess" about the care or integrity of the staff. Also, since they are small ( 5 beds...

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