Troy is a tight-knit suburban community with 26,281 residents, including 4,363 seniors aged 65 and older, which makes it Miami County’s most populous city. Nursing home residents enjoy a convenient location just 20 miles north of Dayton along the I-75 corridor. The community ranks well for its family-friendly amenities and competitive cost of living, which is 15% lower than the national average. Although Troy is a small town, it’s home to two hospitals, including the high-performing Upper Valley Medical Center.
The median cost of skilled nursing in Troy is $8,699 per month, which is $1,551 higher than the national average and $943 higher than other parts of the state. Nursing homes serve adults who need rehabilitative care or have complex medical needs that require around-the-clock monitoring. Assisted living facilities also provide 24-hour staffing to help with personal tasks, such as dressing, grooming and meals. In-home care is another alternative to consider for potential cost savings. These agencies can help with household tasks and medical care, such as medications and wound dressing.
This guide provides an overview of nursing home costs in Troy and compares those rates with fees charged in nearby cities and other types of senior care. It also provides information about local resources that serve seniors.
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3232 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 25A, Troy, OH, 45373
3.8
(5 reviews)
"Mom was in the Alzheimer's unit in Koester Pavilion. She actually passed there about a year and a half ago. They had rehab there too. Their facilities were wonderful. I did eat there and their meals were good. Their caregivers and their attention to ..."
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512 Crescent Drive, Troy, OH, 45373
2.6
(14 reviews)
"My mother was admitted into this facility for congestive heart failure. She has been there for seven weeks and healthier than she has been in years. The nursing staff is very attentive to her needs, the therapy staff keeps her from giving up. They ar..."
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4375 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 25 A, Tipp City, OH, 45371
3.8
(8 reviews)
"My mother was in Springmeade Healthcenter with a broken hip. It's an awesome place with very caring staff and small but accommodating rooms. My mother was treated very well there. They had all kinds of activities. They were there for my mother, and e..."
READ MORE275 KIENLE DRIVE, Piqua, OH, 45356
1.0
(1 reviews)
"RUN AND DONT STOP..... worst place on earth..... unsanitary on all levels haven't cleaned his bathroom at all in over 2weeks. Sharps container has been full the whole time he has been there. So they throw in the trash and he has mrsa in his blood. ..."
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The average cost of nursing home care in Troy is $8,699 per month for a semiprivate room, while a private room costs $9,825 per month.
At $8,699 per month, nursing home care in Troy costs $1,551 more than the state median of $7,148, and rates are also high compared to other cities in the region. Seniors in Columbus pay $6,996 per month for care, a savings of $1,703, and Springfield is even more affordable with average rates of $6,083. In Cincinnati, the median cost of skilled nursing is $8,152 per month, which is $396 higher than the national average and $547 lower than Troy.
Troy
$8,699
Ohio
$7,148
The United States
$7,756
Springfield
$6,083
Columbus
$6,996
Cincinnati
$8,152
Skilled nursing costs significantly more than other forms of long-term care in Troy. A semiprivate room costs $8,699 per month, and private rooms average $9,825 per month. Assisted living costs $3,454 less per month at $5,245. In-home care is slightly cheaper. Seniors pay $4,763 for home care services and $4,767 for home health care, which includes light medical services, such as wound care and diabetes management. Adult day health care is another option to consider for those who wish to age in place. Although no cost data is available for adult day health care in Troy, the average cost for this level of care in Ohio is just $1,300 per month.
Home care
$4,763
Home health care
$4,767
Assisted living
$5,245
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$8,699
Nursing home (private room)
$9,825
Note: Data for Troy was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Dayton, was used instead.
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 who are in need of nursing home care qualify for a variety of programs sponsored by the government and nonprofit organizations. Learn more about some of these resources below.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Area Agency on Aging, PSA #2 | (800) 258-7277 | This Area Agency on Aging serves seniors in Troy and west-central Ohio. It helps seniors apply for Medicaid long-term care programs, such as Comcare and PASSPORT, and it provides services funded by the Older Americans Act, including transportation, nutrition assistance and caregiver supports. Residents can schedule a free in-home assessment to get started. |
| Troy Senior Citizens Center | (937) 335-2810 | Located on North Market Street, the Troy Senior Citizens Center serves low-cost meals on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and it hosts a themed potluck on the third Thursday of each month. Ongoing events include cooking classes, bingo, book clubs, card games, line dancing, crafts and trivia. Social services are available to members who are facing personal challenges. |
| Senior Resource Connection | (937) 223-8246 | Since 1956, Senior Resource Connection has been providing services to help older adults in Troy and the Miami Valley age independently. It offers Meals on Wheels deliveries and pet food to homebound seniors who are unable to prepare their own meals. Case management services, in-home care, chore assistance and emergency alert systems are also available through this organization. |
| Miami County Transit | (937) 335-7433 | Miami County offers curb-to-curb demand response transportation to all residents. Rides start at $4 each way. Seniors aged 65 and older qualify for half-price fares, and free or discounted service is available to Medicaid beneficiaries and low-income residents who earn no more than 150% of the Federal Poverty Level. The service operates Monday through Friday, and rides must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. |
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Marilyn
4
Review of Koester Pavilion
My aunt needed full care, so she is at Koester Pavilion. They take care of her by feeding her, taking her to the bathroom, and giving her showers. The caregivers are very nice; I like them. The...
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doesnt matter
2
Review of Koester Pavilion
The communication between each department from nurses, to front desk, to administration, to custodians, to the business office is horrific. The social worker was clueless, the food inedible....
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Carol
4
Review of Koester Pavilion
My cousin is now at Koester Pavilion. It's nice. They got flowers planted and it looks kept up. The inside is nice, too. The room my cousin was in for rehab was great, but the room she's in now...
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