Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Aurora, OH below include 179 Assisted Living facilities with 1325 reviews. On average in Aurora, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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"They took such great care of my mom. Dememtia is a horrible disease but the staff at Kemper House made us feel like family. They were so supportive and took such loving care of mom.
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"We have chosen Royalton Woods for my mom. The pricing was reasonable. They have a doctor that comes in. It's also close to me. The staff was exceptional. The food looked amazing. For the day, you have a choice of two meals. They have a menu you can o..."
"Exceptional experience. My father is getting the best care possible. He is in memory care. He requires addl hospice care. The skilled nursing staff is great. They communicate very well. very oirganized and detailed in evaluations, meds and activitie..."
"I am so happy that I was referred to Greenview senior living. Martina and the staff are great. Always pleasant and willing to answer any questions I might have. My mom wasn't comfortable in a big facility. She seems much better in the home like setti..."
"The other place on our top two is Judson Park. We are very familiar with Judson Park because my mom was there, and we have friends who are there and if we decided to stay in Cleveland, that's where we would go. They're flexible in terms of allowing y..."
"My friend moved to Governor's Village. I really appreciated the staff taking a complete interest in her. I toured it first then toured with her, and it is a very diverse community. She is African-American, and I felt really happy for her that she saw..."
"I have a lot of acquaintances and friends that are there at Greenwood and they like it. They take good care of their residents. The staff is very kind, good, and very nice. Then they also have a little bus that takes the residents over to the grocery..."
"I toured Singleton Health Care Center. It was a very positive experience. There were activities happening all over the place, and it was busy. People were engaged in a lot of different things. Instead of eating alone in separate rooms, they were gath..."
"I really like it. It was very good. The staff members were very nice. They have activities. We went there twice and the dining room was full each time with the residents, so it was a very nice place. It was more private too...."
"The rooms at Blossom Hill Health Care Residence were mostly double-occupancy and there were also single-occupancies. They're not nearly as big as the room in my mother's current community. The staff member was good, they answered all my questions, an..."
"Gates Mills Club was a very nice place. The staff was great, and the activities were great, too. They do tours to Walmart and the casinos, and the doctors. They had a beauty salon. It was the nicest one I visited, so far...."
"We first looked at Judson Manor, which is very high-end. I don't think we can afford it. It's a much older building. It's an old hotel, and it's gorgeous. We looked at two apartments there. They have a fitness center. They also have a lot of cultural..."
"GreenView Senior Assisted Living has an excellent standard of living and care. The people that have been working there have been working there for their entire career. They really care about their patients. I've been through this whole period of time..."
"My uncle was in Jennings, it was nice but they were too high. They do rehab, the food was good and the staff was very nice. Every time I went, the staff was very accommodating to him, they were always coming in and checking on him. I could tell that ..."
"We love The Village of St. Edward at Fairlawn. We love the progression of care that my sister could get at the one facility and not having to move her. They have a lot of activities. It's a Catholic-based facility and she is very religious and a Cath..."
"I was just impressed that Athenian Assisted Living was clean, and the different people I spoke to seemed very friendly. The residents seemed quite content. We're really excited about the place. The staff knew what she was doing, and she covered all t..."
"We visited Pleasant Pointe. They were very effective in answering all our questions. They gave us a complete tour of the facility and explained what each of their major rooms was used for. They showed two different suites. One was a one-bedroom with ..."
"I have been a resident of this facility for about six months. I am comfortable here. The room is cleaned daily and the staff has always been attentive and friendly. The meals are outstanding also. The outings are fun to look forward to. This has..."
"Lorantffy Care Center is a wonderful assisted living facility and I would recommend it to anyone looking to put loved ones into a new home. It is a very clean facility and the residents as well as staff are very friendly in manner and willing to help..."
"I moved into Salida Woods. Very nice, the staff very nice, the facility very nice. And so far, I'm happy here. The staff was great. My apartment is a one-bedroom with a kitchenette. It's very nice and appropriate for what I need.
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Aurora, OH and Nearby Cities
Assisted living in Aurora is at the top of the price range when compared with surrounding areas. The corresponding average rates in Mansfield ($3,570) and Cleveland ($3,950) are significantly above Aurora. On the state line with Pennsylvania, in Youngstown, assisted living costs are $837 lower. Less than an hour’s drive south, in Canton, the average costs are a couple of hundred dollars lower than Aurora.Â
Aurora
$4,875
Ohio
$4,350
The United States
$4,300
Youngstown
$4,038
Canton
$4,633
Mansfield
$3,570
Cleveland
$3,950
Paying for Assisted Living in Aurora
Aurora’s assisted living average cost of $4,875 is considerably higher than the Ohio and national respective medians of $4,350 and $4,300.Â
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Aurora
If you’re a Medicaid waiver participant in Aurora, you probably will have a cap on your room and board expenses that approximately equals the SSI federal benefit level.  The two waiver programs are MyCare and the 1915(c) Assisted Living Program. Ohio also offers a state supplement program that can be used toward paying assisted living expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Aurora, OH
Seniors who’d prefer to receive the assistance they need at home may opt for home care or home health care providers at a median cost of $4,195 per month. The most budget-friendly senior care option in Aurora is adult day health care, and this runs around $1,387 each month. As nursing homes offer 24/7 supervision and medical services, they are the most expensive option at a median price of $8,121 for a semiprivate room and $8,851 for a private room.Â
Homemaker Services
$4,195
Home Health Aide
$4,195
Adult Day Health Care
$1,387
Assisted Living Facility
$4,875
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,121
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,851
Note:Care cost data for Aurora was not available, so data for the closest city, Akron, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Aurora
The older community in Aurora is served by several nonprofits and government agencies that can help enrich their lives and ensure that assisted living communities upheld their rights as residents.Â
Older adults can get in touch with the ADRC for free assistance in finding the most suitable option for long-term care. The ADRC provides information and assistance, as well as counseling, and can assess seniors’ long-term care needs.
This program can help senior residents of assisted living communities understand their rights and can also mediate complaints. Additionally, the ombudsman can also assist seniors in finding a suitable long-term care unit to move into.
This program provides volunteering opportunities for seniors aged 55 and older. Seniors can use their skills and expertise to continue serving their local areas even after retirement. RSVP is part of the national AmeriCorps.
The Portage senior center serves adults in the county aged 60 and older. Seniors can enjoy an array of fun recreational activities such as card games, art classes and exercise classes.
The county’s Veterans Services office can help seniors who were in U.S. Military Service identify and apply for any pensions and benefits they are entitled to. The office can also advise on issues such as military health care and emergency financial help.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Aurora
Aurora-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Ohio are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Ohio page for more information about these laws.
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Shawn
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I am/was a resident of this facility
Review of Independence Village of Aurora
I moved into Independence Village of Aurora. The staff is very responsive. They have a pretty consistent staff. The food is excellent. Everything's in good shape. The facility is well maintained....
Provider response
Hi Shawn,
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying our responsive team, excellent food, and diverse activities. We truly appreciate your feedback and are...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Independence Village of Aurora
Overall, Independence Village delivered an outstanding experience. My mother suffered a bad fall and subsequent injuries that forced us to find an assisted-living facility to move her into. We had...
Provider response
Hi Tony,
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that our team and community was able to provide exceptional care for your mother during her stay. It's wonderful to...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Independence Village of Aurora
My mom moved into Independence Village of Aurora. The food is great, and they have lots of activities. The interaction with the staff is very good. The saleslady was very helpful in getting us out...
Provider response
Hi Kimberly,
Thank you for your review. We are ecstatic to hear that you and your mom are enjoying the many activities and amenities we offer! If there is anything you need, please call the...