Find Nursing Homes Communities Near Cincinnati, OH

There are many private and public options to pay for Cincinnati nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or memory care. Take an inventory of your loved one’s financial position to help determine which methods to use to cover senior living.

Even if your loved one has private pay methods on hand, it’s still worthwhile to check their public aid eligibility. They may qualify for disability-specific assistance, which can help their private resources last longer for optimal care.

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) must license all Ohio skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care facilities. The ODH performs facility inspections before licensing the facility and then a minimum of every 15 months after it’s been licensed.

Kentucky assisted living facilities must be certified annually through the Kentucky Department for Aging and Independent Living to ensure that they comply with state regulations.

Ohio nursing home staff requirements

Ohio nursing homes must meet specific staff requirements that enable them to offer adequate nursing care. Skilled nursing facilities in Ohio must have a registered nurse on staff who operates as a director of the facility. Facilities must also have sufficient nursing staff (registered nurses and licensed practical nurses) to ensure each resident has a minimum average of 2.5 hours of direct care each day. Any time a nurse is not on duty, nursing facilities must also have a nurse available on call.

Kentucky nursing home staff requirements

Kentucky’s staff requirements for skilled nursing facilities are similar to those in Ohio. Nursing facilities must have enough staff to meet each resident’s needs, 24/7. Each facility is required to have a full-time director of operations who is a registered nurse.

Ohio nursing home service requirements

Ohio skilled nursing facilities have minimum service requirements they must provide to residents, which include the following:

• Personalized care plan based on a comprehensive assessment of each individual’s physical and psychological needs
• A minimum of three meals daily, prepared with food safety procedures, and assistance with eating if needed
• Support for maintaining each resident’s highest level of function
• Supervision of residents who are at risk of wandering, elopement, or falling

Kentucky nursing home service requirements

Kentucky nursing home residents are entitled to the following services:

• Physician services. Each resident’s care is to be overseen by a physician, with preliminary evaluations and appropriate medical care provided. The physician is to be available for emergencies as well.
• Nursing care services. Each resident is entitled to sufficient nursing care that includes a personalized care plan, medication administration, accident and injury prevention, dietary supervision, and other prescribed treatments.
• Personal care services. Each resident is entitled to assistance with bathing, grooming, nail and hair care, and oral hygiene.

Cincinnati assisted living and memory care regulations

Both Ohio and Kentucky have specific regulations to ensure that seniors in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care will be overseen by qualified care staff and receive professional support services. Explore our guides to Cincinnati assisted living and memory care for full details on facility regulations.

Ohio assisted living and memory care staff requirements

Staff in Ohio assisted living facilities must undergo proper training for their responsibilities, as outlined in Ohio Administrative Code Rule 3701-16-06. Ohio memory care facilities have the additional staff requirement of a psychologist or physician either on staff or contracted to oversee the care of residents with late-stage cognitive impairment, such as Alzheimer’s or dementia.

Kentucky assisted living and memory care staff requirements

Kentucky assisted living and memory care facilities must have enough staff to cover each resident’s personal needs around the clock, with a minimum of one awake staff member at all times. The facility must be overseen by a manager who is at least 21 years of age and has earned a minimum high school level education.

Cincinnati assisted living and memory care service requirements

Assisted living and memory care facilities in both Ohio and Kentucky are required to provide residents with medication administration, assistance with activities of daily living, and recreational and social activities.

Ohio assisted living services also must include the following:

• Housekeeping and laundry services
• Three daily meals or food-safe storage where residents can take care of their own food

Housekeeping and laundry services are not required in Kentucky assisted living and memory care communities, but residents must have access to facilities to do their own laundry. Kentucky facilities are required to offer a minimum of three meals daily, plus snacks.

Kentucky requires memory care communities to provide residents with specialized services, which include the following:

• Resident evaluation to facilitate a person-centered care plan that includes their individual interests and needs
• Activities that support cognitive function
• Enclosed walking spaces

Cincinnati senior care facility building standards

Nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care facilities in both Ohio and Kentucky must uphold building code standards for health and safety. Each facility must be approved by the local certified building department.

You can use the Health Care Provider Search tool to view details on a given facility. Look up a particular facility by choosing the category of care provider from the drop-down menu. Narrow your search further by entering the county, city, organization’s name, or any information you have for the corresponding fields. Note that while Ohio does show whether senior living community’s license is active, it does not reveal the full report.

To find details on assisted living and long-term care facilities in Kentucky, use the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services Nursing Home Survey Inspection Findings Search tool. Follow the link for the relevant year, and then enter the facility’s name and relevant details into the corresponding search fields. Note that while Kentucky’s search tool shows some complaints or other inspection results for some care facility types, it does not reveal specific inspection findings of assisted living or memory care facilities.

Ohio Department of Health contact information

Cincinnati Health Department
3101 Burnet Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45229
Phone: 513-357-7200
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Kentucky Department of Health contact information

Campbell County Health Department
1098 Monmouth St.
Newport, KY 41071
Phone: 859-431-1704
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

COVID-19 regulations for nursing homes in Cincinnati

Most COVID-19 restrictions in both Ohio and Kentucky have been lifted. Ohio senior care facilities are recommended to take precautions in accordance with CDC guidelines. Kentucky follows CDC COVID-19 by county recommendations, updating their guidelines as needed based on the number of COVID-19 cases in each county.

General COVID safety guidelines for Cincinnati senior care communities include the following:

While A Place for Mom doesn’t partner with any stand-alone skilled nursing facilities, 21% of our Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners offer on-site skilled nursing care as an additional service. We partner with 37 senior living facilities in the Cincinnati area that offer assisted living and memory care.

Cincinnati assisted living and memory care communities strive to cultivate environments where seniors have easy access to personal care services that foster wellness and quality of life, while still enabling them to have as much independence as possible. Senior care communities in the Cincinnati area boast elegantly furnished shared spaces where residents can relax, pursue their hobbies and personal interests, and socialize with friends over shared activities and cups of coffee.

Multiple tiers of care on one campus

Out of our Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners, over 75% feature some combination of independent living, assisted living, and memory care, and 21% offer on-site skilled nursing. These communities that integrate multiple types of care offer residents the ability to seamlessly transition to a support level that fits them if their needs change, making it ideal for aging in place. These communities also offer more variety among residents, meaning more opportunities for friendships and social engagement without an individual’s specific level of need posing a barrier.

As assisted living can often cost less per month than memory care, multitiered communities may also enable seniors in the beginning stages of dementia to move into assisted living and then transfer to memory care when they need to, conserving their financial resources as much as possible.

Community amenities in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care

Our partner assisted living and memory care communities in Cincinnati offer an array of luxury accommodations, such as the following:

• Beauty salons/barbershops
• TV and movie lounges
• Outdoor patios
• Gyms/fitness centers
• Libraries/media centers
• Dining areas
• Cafes/bistros
• Bars/pubs
• Central fireplaces

Cincinnati memory care facilities generally offer the same types of amenities as assisted living, with additional offerings to meet the unique needs of seniors with memory loss. Cincinnati memory care communities usually feature the following:

• Alert systems to prevent wandering and elopement
• Activities and recreational programs designed to support cognitive function
• Indoor and/or enclosed outdoor walking spaces

Apartment amenities in Cincinnati assisted living and memory care

Cincinnati assisted living and memory care community residents enjoy private living accommodations with convenient appliances and safety features like the following:

• Private balconies or patios
• High-speed internet
• Kitchenettes
• Wheelchair-accessible showers
• Bath tubs
• Multiple floor plan options
• Ground floor units
• Cable or satellite TV

Personal care services in Cincinnati nursing homes

Residents of Cincinnati senior living can get the most out of their golden years with the many personal care and service offerings provided daily. From dignified personal care to errands and home upkeep, senior care services in Cincinnati usually include most or all of the following:

• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Incontinence care
• Medication management
• Diabetic care
• Mobility assistance
• Restaurant-style dining
• Housekeeping and maintenance
• Management staff on-site
• Transportation services
• Laundry, linen, and dry cleaning
• Planned social events and recreational activities
• Grocery and errand services

Cincinnati is home to several state-of-the-art teaching hospitals and medical centers.

Out of A Place for Mom’s Cincinnati assisted living and memory care partners, 78% offer complimentary and/or at-cost transportation services. Prescheduled transportation is often complimentary, while on-demand transportation services may have an additional cost. Transportation costs will depend on the individual community’s policies.

The Cincinnati downtown area is known for being quite walkable, so most errands in the area can be done on foot. As your loved one and their caregiver get further out from the city center, however, they may want to rely on a car or public transit. They might also enjoy the free Cincinnati streetcar, which loops through the heart of the city and provides access to many of downtown’s most popular attractions.

Cincinnati’s public transportation system is called Go Metro, and it covers several bus routes. Passengers can browse routes in the Cincinnati area or search by popular destinations. Go Metro’s buses are all in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act requirements, so Ohio individuals with disabilities can ride, even with their wheelchair or a service animal. If a person’s disability makes buses inaccessible even with these accommodations, they can instead use Cincinnati’s Access rideshare program, which offers vans that are designed for passengers with special needs.

Cincinnati is full of fun attractions for everyone, including its growing senior population. Below, find highlights of area attractions, family-friendly fun, dining options, dementia-friendly activities, and more.

Cincinnati dining

Cincinnati is a hub of diverse cuisine options, from pizza to waffles to artisan seafood. Cincinnati is most famous for its chili, with the world-renowned Skyline brand. As an added bonus, seniors and their families can enjoy many dining options from restaurants with rooftop seating or floor to ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of this city’s beautiful skyline.

Cincinnati family-friendly attractions

Cincinnati has a wide array of entertainment for the entire family, right within its walkable downtown area. Some of the city’s most popular downtown attractions include the following:

• Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden
• Fountain Square
• Cincinnati Art Museum
• National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

Cincinnati residents and visitors can take in performances from the city’s symphony orchestra, ballet, Broadway Cincinnati, opera, Shakespeare in the Park, and so much more. For families on a budget, Cincinnati has a ton of exhibits and historical sites that are free to the public.

Cincinnati activities for seniors with memory loss

Cincinnati has great events that seniors with dementia, their loved ones, and their caregivers can participate in. Scripps Gerontology’s Opening Minds through Art is a program designed for seniors with memory loss to reconnect with their own abilities through art. The Cincinnati Art Museum features accessibility programs designed for individuals with various special needs, including programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association Cincinnati chapter offers support groups, educational programs, fundraisers, and more events for seniors with dementia and their families.