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The average cost of assisted living in the city is $4,560 a month. This guide is a starting point covering the cost of assisted living care in the city, as well as financing options to pay for it. You'll find in-depth information on 9 assisted living facilities in Akron and 30 in surrounding areas.
The Cost of Senior Care in Akron, OH
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A beautiful retreat-like senior community with scenic views and relaxing atmosphere, Brookdale Montrose serves active seniors and assisted living residents.
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Brookdale Bath, located the center of Montrose near the city of Akron, is a warm, inviting senior community providing personalized assisted living and Alzheimer's care.
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Heritage Crossing is a newly constructed, state of the art senior living community located in the Bath Township / Fairlawn area of Akron. It features accommodations for both Assisted Living and Memory Care. Our community is customized for you and…
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The Merriman is nestled on a five-acre historical estate. An idyllic setting including a 1917 mansion set in a beautiful West Akron neighborhood featuring Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing. Those who reside at The Merriman are always encouraged to attain…
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This community is an assist and memory care community with a building that is cozy and resembles a large home. The staff lack enthusiasm and seem to shy away from answering questions. The care team seem to do the bare minimum of what's required of the residents care plans. The activities are below average and lack the ...
Read more Brookdale Bath reviewsThis Brookdale community is a continuum of care. That offers independent, assisted living and memory care. The building is neat and classy with a mature feel. The residents are happy and very interested in activities and going to outings to near by shopping areas. The residents seem to be really interested in the act...
Read more Brookdale Montrose reviewsBrookdale Montrose was very nice. They seemed to have a lot of activities. When we went, it was Happy Hour, which had music, appetizers, and whiskey sours. They seemed to have a lot of things throughout the week for people to do. They had a very nice menu. The food smelled good and looked nice. It’s more like a restaur...
Read more Brookdale Montrose reviewsMy mother chose Brookdale Montrose because she felt it was a good match for her needs. The staff is very friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Read more Brookdale Montrose reviewsMy sister-in-law was in Brookdale Montrose. She got to the point where she couldn't stay there anymore, but they did take very good care of her. They were easy to work with. They actually moved her belongings to the other facility for us because of this virus thing -- all her dressers, bed, lamps, and everything that s...
Read more Brookdale Montrose reviewsAccording to Genworth’s 2018 Cost of Care study, at $4,560, the average monthly price for assisted living in Akron is higher than the national ($4,000) and state ($4,278) averages. Costs are much lower in Canton ($3,798), Youngstown ($3,600) and Cleveland ($3,400) and similarly priced in Mansfield ($4,530) and Toledo ($4,300).
The Cost of Assisted Living in Surrounding Areas
Monthly senior care costs in Akron vary from $1,159 for adult day health services up to $7,733 for semiprivate nursing home care. This wide price range is reflective of the differences in the type of care, the number of direct service hours provided weekly and what’s included in the cost.
At $3,813 a month for 44 hours of weekly home health aide or homemaker services, these options cost about $747 less than assisted living. Seniors who remain in their own homes still pay ongoing expenses, such as groceries, home maintenance and utilities, while seniors who opt for residential care pay for room and board, which is included in their monthly fees.
Senior Care Cost Comparison Chart
Medicaid is the national program that provides basic health care coverage to children, adults and seniors who would otherwise not be able to afford health services. Medicaid is funded by the federal and state governments, and services include emergency, acute and long-term care.
In Ohio the Medicaid program is administered by the Ohio Department of Medicaid. Seniors aged 65 and older who earn no more than $2,313 per month, or $4,626 per couple, may qualify for free Medicaid coverage.
Medicaid applicants must also meet asset or resource limits of $2,000 per individual and $3,000 per couple when both spouses are seeking Medicaid coverage. Some assets are exempt, including one vehicle, a burial trust worth up to $1,500 and a home, valued at no more than $585,000, in which the applicant lives.
For more information, contact the Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline at (800) 324-8680.
Ohio Assisted Living Medicaid Waiver Program
Seniors who qualify for free Medicaid coverage and meet the criteria for nursing home placement may be eligible for enrollment in the Ohio Assisted Living Medicaid waiver program.
The ALW is designed to help seniors age in place in their communities rather than a nursing home. Under the ALW seniors may be provided with a variety of services designed to support their safety and wellness within an assisted living setting, such as:
Seniors who are already living at a nursing home and would like to transition to an assisted living facility may also qualify for a community transition service. This service helps seniors move and assists with relocating household items and furniture as needed.
To apply for the ALW seniors must complete an application before participating in a telephone screening and an in-person assessment.
For more information on the ALW and to request an assessment, contact Direction Home, the Akron-Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities, at (800) 421-7277.
MyCare Ohio
Summit County is one of 88 counties in Ohio that participates in the MyCare Ohio health plan. This managed care program coordinates care for Ohio residents who receive both Medicaid and Medicare coverage, and enrollment is mandatory for seniors who meet the eligibility criteria.
MyCare Ohio uses an interdisciplinary team approach to identify the unique care needs of each senior in order to streamline service delivery and prevent gaps and overlaps in care.
Seniors who are enrolled in MyCare Ohio have a case manager who acts as a point of contact for all Medicaid- and Medicare-funded services and programs, including seniors who are enrolled in the Assisted Living Medicaid waiver.
For more information on Ohio Medicaid, MyCare Ohio and the Assisted Living waiver, contact the Ohio Medicaid Consumer Hotline at (800) 324-8680.
Optional State Supplementation
Medicaid-eligible seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits and reside in an assisted living facility because they’re unable to live on their own may qualify for additional state-funded cash benefits through the Ohio Optional State Supplementation program.
Individual seniors may be eligible for up to $1,280 in combined SSI/OSS benefits monthly, while couples may be eligible for up to $2,370.
For more information on Ohio’s OSS, contact the Akron Social Security office at (800) 772-1213.
There are a number of social clubs geared towards seniors based out of local community and recreation centers throughout Akron. These clubs are designed to promote friendship and wellness among older adults by hosting special events, day trips and escorted overnight trips for seniors.
Direction Home, the Akron-Canton Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities, provides seniors with information about local resources, access to free chronic disease management workshops and help navigating Medicaid programs and enrollment options.
The agency also operates a number of congregate meal programs throughout Akron and Summit County, so seniors can enjoy a balanced low-cost lunch.
Seniors 62 and older who need door-to-door transportation services can register for METRO SCAT, an origin-to-destination public transit service operated by the Metro Regional Transit Authority of Akron.
Direction Home Akron Canton
1550 Corporate Woods Pkwy., Uniontown, OH 44685-8797
(800) 421-7277
METRO RTA – SCAT Program
416 Kenmore Blvd., Akron, OH 44301
(330) 762-0341
Outpatient VA health services are available at the Akron VA clinic, part of the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System. Veterans and survivors who need help applying for VA benefits, such as Aid and Attendance and Housebound, can contact the Veterans Service Commission of Summit County.
Akron VA Clinic
55 West Waterloo Rd., Akron, OH 44319-1116
(330) 724-7715
Veterans Service Commission of Summit County
1060 East Waterloo Rd., Akron, OH 44306
(330) 643-2830
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