Memory Care Communities in Mentor, Ohio
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Mentor, OH below include 10 memory care communities with 80 reviews. On average in Mentor, residents and their loved ones rate memory care options 4.0 out of 5 stars.
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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities
Averaging $6,175 per month, memory care is costlier in Mentor than the Ohio average rate of $5,794. It’s also higher than the national average of $5,625. Indeed, Mentor is among one of the most expensive places in Ohio for memory care, topped only by Akron, where average monthly rates run $6,241. Seniors in Cincinnati typically pay around $5,833 per month and those in Springfield generally pay $4,575.
Mentor
$6,175
Ohio
$5,794
United States
$5,625
Springfield
$4,575
Cincinnati
$5,833
Akron
$6,241
Paying for Memory Care in Mentor
Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Memory care costs an average of $6,175 per month in Mentor.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Mentor
In Mentor 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, visit our Memory Care in Ohio page.
More Ways to Pay
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:
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- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
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For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Ohio page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
In Mentor, memory care is around $1,235 pricier than assisted living. It’s also more than home health care and in-home care, both of which share a monthly average rate of $5,196. Adult day health care costs about $1,788 per month, but seniors who need more intensive medical care can expect to pay $8,395 for a semi private room in a nursing home.
Memory Care
$6,175
In-Home Care
$5,196
Home Health Care
$5,196
Adult Day Health Care
$1,788
Assisted Living Facility
$4,940
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,395
Note: Data for Mentor was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Cleveland, was used instead.
Free Memory Care Resources in Mentor
Mentor's seniors and their loved ones have various avenues of support to help them learn more about dementia and identify appropriate care communities and services. Individuals can contact the following organizations for further information.Â
What to Consider About Memory Care in Mentor
Through the Bureau of Regulatory Operations, the Ohio Department of Health licenses and oversees residential care homes in Ohio. The department's responsibility extends to memory care communities. The bureau ensures that facilities adhere to their licensing conditions and investigates complaints against providers. Â
Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Mentor
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- Mentor offers a cost of living that’s around 13% lower than the national average. Locals typically see significant savings when it comes to housing, health and transportation. Although Ohio taxes most forms of retirement income, there’s no tax liability for Social Security and seniors receive several tax breaks.  Â
- Although memory care in the city is more expensive than the state average, living in a secure facility with trained staff members can provide valuable support for seniors and bring peace of mind to them and their families. Â
- Mentor has fewer physicians per capita than the national average, with 136 doctors per 100,000 people. However, health care costs are almost 17% lower than the nationwide average.
- UH Mentor Health Center is located in the heart of Mentor, providing convenient access to medical services. As well as being home to several general physicians, the center’s departments include a surgical center, cancer center and laboratory   Â
- Safety-conscious seniors may feel reassured by Mentor’s lower-than-average crime rates. The violent crime rate is around half of the U.S. average, and the property crime rate is 2.5 points lower than the corresponding figure for the nation.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Mentor
Mentor 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.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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EM005
4.0
Review of Brookdale Mentor
Brookdale Mentor is the best one. The price is a little bit expensive, but I like their dementia unit. They have staff 24 hours a day, so that makes it nice. They have nurses too. They have...
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Cathleen
5.0
Review of Symphony at Mentor
I went to Symphony at Mentor. It had a home feel, so it wasn't bright and light. They're very knowledgeable about Alzheimer's and dementia. They group you with those types of people who have the...
Provider response
Thank you, Cathleen for your detailed review! We're delighted that you had a positive experience and feel Symphony at Mentor would be a great fit for your mom. We strive to provide a clean, caring...
Memory Care
Carlton
5.0
Review of Symphony at Mentor
I went to Symphony at Mentor. That place was fantastic, and the staff was magnificent. The layout was excellent. It was spacious. The memory care was a different wing, but it was still not...
Provider response
Thank you so much Carlton, for taking time to share your kind words about Marnie and Laurie, as well as your positive review of Symphony at Mentor. We value your opinion deeply and will share your...