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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Summit County, OH for 2024

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Summit County

Almost 18 percent of Summit County's 541,228 residents are aged 65 and older, and many of these seniors are part of the approximately 220,000 people in Ohio with memory-related diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia. To provide this part of the population with the care they need, Summit County has 17 memory care facilities in the surrounding area.

In Summit County and the rest of Ohio, the Ohio Department of Health is responsible for licensing these memory care facilities, which all fall under the umbrella of the state's designation of Residential Care Facilities (RCFs).

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in

  • Summit County is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Summa Health and the Cleveland Clinic Akron Campus, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  • The cost of living in Summit County, Ohio, is quite good, with the county seat of Akron coming in 19 percent lower than the U.S. average and 10 percent lower than the rest of Ohio. Healthcare and housing costs are particularly low, which may give seniors more room in their budgets.
  • Northeast Ohio, including Summit County, gets all four seasons. Average lows in January can drop into the 20s or colder with a decent amount of snow, but summers are usually milder, with average highs only hitting the mid to upper 70s which can be good for seniors who have trouble with the heat.
  • The air quality in Summit County gets mixed reviews. Overall air quality is 35 percent better than the rest of the nation, but pollution rates are 135 percent worse than the U.S. average. This could be a concern for seniors who have COPD or heart disease.

Paying for Memory Care in Summit County

Memory Care costs in Summit County start around $5,879 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Summit County 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.

Counties in Ohio

Geauga County

$6,840

Wayne County

$6,535

Summit County

$5,879

Cuyahoga County

$5,753

US

$5,694

Portage County

$5,325

Stark County

$5,070

Medina County

$4,798

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Summit County

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

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 Summit County

Summit County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care 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 memory care resources in Summit County, please visit our Memory Care in Ohio page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Summit County

Summit County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities 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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Scarlet

I visited this facility

Review of Summit Corners

Summit Corners has very good customer service. They also have very good facilities that are kept up well. It's a beautiful setting/environment. There was one room, and I took some pictures of it....

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Ruth87

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Bath

Brookdale Bath was not as clean as the other place. There were a lot of things there that needed repairs. Things looked very worn out, and the elevator was dirty. You went out of their garden area,...

Provider response

We appreciate you taking the time to visit and share your feedback. We are committed to quality service and care and will review your feedback with our management team.

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Ruth87

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

Review of Heritage Crossing

My aunt has moved into Heritage Crossing. The staff there seems to genuinely care about the quality of life for their clients. They seem genuinely concerned about what my aunt's specific interests...

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