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5800 Forest Hills Blvd, Columbus, OH 43231
4.3
(34 reviews)
"I visited Westerwood. They have a lot of variation in services and a lot of things to do. I liked that place. The guy sat down, took a lot of time with me, and went over stuff with me. He went over everything thoroughly with me. I interacted with the..."
$2,278
5155 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214
4.4
(15 reviews)
"What we were impressed with Wesley Glen Retirement Center was that the staff has been there for many years. We were told that one of the most important things is if your staff is happy, they're going to stay, and happy staff means happy clients. So t..."
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5199 E Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43213
4.3
(9 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL CLEAN AND CARING FACILITY IN ALL CATAGORIES! MY HUSBAND WAS THERE AND THE STAFF AND AIDES WERE SO CONCERNED AND ACCOMMODATING. THE FOOD WAS WONDERFUL AND MY HUSBAND LOOKED FORWARD TO THE MEALS. ALL THE THERAPY DEPARTMENTS WERE WONDER..."
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4590 Knightsbridge Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43214
4.0
(19 reviews)
"We think The Forum at Knightsbridge would work with us. We like the setup. The amenities are provided. They have a variety of options for the rooms and the apartments. There are various floor plans to choose from and very nice management in that they..."
$2,797
55 LAZELLE RD, Columbus, OH 43235
4.3
(8 reviews)
"My mom is a resident of Willow Brook Christian Home. Our experience so far has been wonderful. The layout and the people are wonderful. We have nothing negative to say at all. They're very caring and take really good care of my mom. They couldn't be ..."
$4,800
1151 College Avenue, Columbus, OH 43209
4.0
(12 reviews)
"Wexner was all inclusive because it was an assisted living plus a senior living facility. They could stay in the assisted living facility even if they started to get worse, and they had the nursing care there, so they did not have to move into the nu..."
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433 Obetz Road Suite 200, Columbus, OH 43207
4.5
(5 reviews)
"The unit we saw was assisted living. The bedroom, the living area, the bathroom, and the way it was set up were all very nice. We only saw one woman over there at the time, and she was very helpful and explained any questions we had, and showed us ar..."
$3,157
700 Jasonway Avenue, Columbus, OH 43214
4.0
(12 reviews)
"The care my mother received at the Columbus Alzheimer's Haven was exceptional. Throughout her final two years, they consistently prioritized her happiness, safety, and comfort. Kevin, the director, demonstrated unwavering responsiveness to any concer..."
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3700 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH 43214
3.9
(11 reviews)
"Whetstone Gardens is beautiful, and one thing that stood out was they had short term and long term care. The place was very nice, and the individual apartments were nice, updated, and looked very appealing. It would certainly be personalized for the ..."
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748 Taylor Rd, Columbus, OH 43230
4.0
(7 reviews)
"My mother has moved into Taylor Springs Health Campus. It seems like a nice, decent place. She is trying to get adjusted to being there and learning the routine or whatever. The interaction with the staff is good. So far, it's going well. She hasn't ..."
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5691 Thompson Road, Columbus, OH 43230
3.5
(15 reviews)
"My sister is in Cranberry Park, part of New Albany Rehabilitation Center. They're like in the same building. She's trying to live in an assisted living. Basically, she just stays in her room most of the time and watches television. She's liking all t..."
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1425 Yorkland Road, Columbus, OH 43232
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I went to look at McNaughten Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and I liked what I saw when I was there. There were a lot of activities going on. There were a lot of people in the hallways, both nurses and residents. There were many caregivers..."
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717 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
3.4
(17 reviews)
"I often eat at Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber because I have friends there. The food is excellent. It's a very spacious place. There's good lighting. You can either use the steps or the ramps to get from one section to another. I like their activiti..."
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165 Highbluffs Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235
4.3
(3 reviews)
"When mom turned 100, we told her it was time to give up the house and be closer to her children. (To show mom's thoughts, she had repeatedly said "Put a bullet in my head before you put me in a home. I mean it!") We convinced her to give Worthingt..."
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1700 Heinzerling Drive, Columbus, OH 43223
4.3
(3 reviews)
"Rooms are sufficient in size.Staff is nice and professional.Physical therapists were wonderful.Fod seemed to be good ...."
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2841 EAST DUBLIN-GRANVILLE ROAD, Columbus, OH 43231
3.6
(5 reviews)
"My husband is now at Forest Hills Center. I chose it because it was available and it's nice. I like it, and he does, too. They play games and they do things with them. They listen to music, and they go bowling with the clients. They have different ac..."
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740 CANONBY PLACE, Columbus, OH 43223
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother was so scared to go to a skilled nursing facility. But the hospital and doctor told her that it would be best. She chose Abaco and we are so glad that she did. The therapy was excellent, and she got stronger and stonger everyday. The bet..."
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1850 CROWN PARK COURT, Columbus, OH 43235
3.6
(3 reviews)
"Crown Pointe has very good service. I’ve been to 5 or 6 nursing homes through the years, and they’re probably the best out of them. The staff was good; the PT, aides, and social worker were also good. They have pretty good food. ..."
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1801 RIVERSIDE DRIVE, Columbus, OH 43212
3.1
(8 reviews)
"My mother stayed at First Community Village for her rehab. The people that worked there were great. The nurses and the aids were very attentive. The environment was good. It was well kept and clean. ..."
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5460 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, OH 43231
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Although parking was a pain, the staff was very nice which made up for that. The facility had a pleasant atmosphere. The walls were nice and bright. Staffing really cared about the well being of the patients and the patients families. The halls were ..."
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Nursing Homes
Lmoery5
4.0
Review of Mayfair Village Nursing Care Center
The rooms are small. The office staff are very nice and helpful. Some nurses aids are concerned ,and helpful with the ability to make your time there easy . My favorite ones are Laurie ,Ester and...
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bobg2
1.0
Review of Crown Pointe Care Center
My son was at this facility for a few weeks.. Had a terrible fall...and died 6 days later. No one contacted the family to report the falll! The family insisted he go to emergency room..over...
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Jeffrey
4.0
Review of Wexner Rehabilitation
I'm in Wexner Rehabilitation. It's nice. It's a good place. The staff is OK. Physical therapy is good. I have a nice size room. It has a single bed. They have bingo and all that.
Columbus has nursing home costs lower than the state of Ohio monthly average and the national average, which are $7,148 and $7,756, respectively, for a semi-private room. Compared to other major Ohio cities, Columbus is much lower. Toledo ($7,604), Dayton ($8,699) and Cincinnati ($8,152) all have costs for a semi-private room significantly higher than Columbus does. Youngstown, another major Ohio metro area, still has monthly nursing home fees a few hundred dollars higher, at $7,300.
Columbus
$6,996
Ohio
$7,148
The United States
$7,756
Toledo
$7,604
Dayton
$8,699
Cincinnati
$8,152
Youngstown
$7,300
Seniors who opt for care in a skilled nursing home community typically have an option of either a semi-private or private room. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the Columbus average monthly cost for a semi-private room is $6,996, while a private room is $8,213.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.
Seniors in Columbus have other options besides a skilled nursing care home. Homemaker services help seniors with limited mobility complete household chores, including meal preparation, accompany seniors on shopping trips, and provide general companionship, while home health aides are certified medical professionals that administer light medical care in a recipient’s house. The cost of both of these services is $4,576 per month in Columbus. Adult Day Care, at $1,625 per month, is an alternative for seniors who live with families unable to provide 24-7 care, while assisted living gives residents help with daily living and companionship in a long-term care community for $4,500 monthly.
Homemaker Services
$4,576
Home Health Aide
$4,576
Adult Day Care
$1,625
Assisted Living
$4,500
Semi-Private Nursing Home Room
$6,996
Private Nursing Home Room
$8,213
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (800) 282-1206 | The Long Term Care Ombudsman office is an advocacy body representing the interests of residents of all long term care communities in Ohio, including those in nursing homes. Agents will investigate complaints filed on behalf of residents, or by residents themselves. Other representatives of the office help state and local governments draft stricter regulations and oversight of group homes. |
| Special Needs Medical Loan Closet | (740) 967-7871 | Columbus seniors who cannot afford durable medical equipment may borrow from the Medical Loan Closet. Items here may include walkers, wheelchairs, and canes, TTY kits, blood pressure cuffs, and shower or toileting chairs. This agency relies on donations from the community, so supplies of certain items may be limited. |
| Columbus Vet Center | (614) 257-5550 | Military veterans may receive help finding accommodations in long term care homes and help to apply for government benefits. The Vet Center can also help military veterans and their surviving spouses obtain health care from the VA Medical Clinic. |
| Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging | (614) 645-7250 | The local AAA facilitates and funds several programs to help the elderly in Columbus retain their independence, reduce isolation, and provide assistance navigating the application process for government aid, including Social Security and Medicaid. It also offers referrals to long term care placement or home health care and caregiver programs. |
| Columbus Meals On Wheels | (614) 278-3130 | The Columbus Meals on Wheels program offers more than just home-delivery of a hot, nutritious meal to individuals who are unable to leave their homes or prepare their own food. Volunteers do wellness checks with each daily drop-off and deliver meals that can be reheated on Fridays, for recipients to eat over the weekend. The program, administered by LifeCare Alliance also runs senior dining facilities, where those who are able can dine with companies, and Carrie’s Café, which offers both dine-in and drive-through meal options. LifeCare Alliance also hosts a seniors farmers market, where the community elderly may purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at a low cost. |
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