Best Senior Living in Akron, Ohio
28 communities found
Akron lists 43 senior living options, 29 residential communities and 14 home care agencies, with an average rating of 4.1 across 34 rated communities and 1,223 reviews read. Twelve communities have Medicare star ratings, averaging 3.3, with three at five stars and none at one star. No providers here publish pricing or accept Medicaid in this data set.
- 42options listed
- 4.1average rating, 33 rated
- 1,204family reviews read
Cornerstone Caregiving
Akron, Ohio
4.8(67)
Home care · no referral needed
Arden Courts (Bath)
Akron, Ohio
4.8(54)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
From $3,360/moHeritage Crossing
Akron, Ohio
4.6(51)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Rockynol Apartments
Akron, Ohio
4.9(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
The Village of St. Edward at Green
Akron, Ohio
4.7(13)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Senior Helpers
Akron, Ohio
4.6(21)
Home care · no referral needed
Daughters of Divine Charity
Akron, Ohio
4.8(5)
Assisted Living
Manchester Shared Living Home
Akron, Ohio
5(3)
Independent Living
Phoenix of Fairlawn
Akron, Ohio
4.3(96)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Francesca Residence
Akron, Ohio
5(1)
Independent Living
Goodyear Ponds Senior Care
Akron, Ohio
5(1)
Home care · no referral needed
Summa Health Senior Health Center – Akron
Akron, Ohio
4.2(6)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Akron
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (67 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care
Cornerstone Caregiving is an in-home agency in Akron where families and caregivers praise the personal attention of aides and a responsive office staff.
- 2
4.8 (54 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care0
Arden Courts Bath, a memory-care-only community, draws near-universal praise for attentive staff, a secure homelike layout, and strong family communication.
- 3
4.6 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care0
Heritage Crossing's memory care leadership and staff warmth draw steady praise, though some reports describe serious lapses in hygiene and basic care.
- 4
4.9 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Rockynol's limited reviews consistently praise the campus appearance, the chapel, and staff professionalism, though day-to-day care detail is thin.
- 5
The Village of St. Edward at Green
4.7 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe The Village of St. Edward at Green as clean and well-maintained, with friendly staff and attentive nursing care.
- 6
4.6 (21 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Senior Helpers of Greater Akron-Medina gets steady praise for warm, reliable caregivers and a highly responsive office and management team.
- 7
4.8 (5 reviews)· Assisted Living
Daughters of Divine Charity is a small Catholic-character assisted living community with limited but positive comments on food, staff, and atmosphere.
- 8
4.3 (96 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Phoenix of Fairlawn is generally seen as clean and well-staffed with strong therapy services, though some reviews cite understaffing and medication errors.
- 9
Summa Health Senior Health Center – Akron
4.2 (6 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Summa Health Senior Health Center in Akron is described as attentive and responsive, with praise for doctors reacting quickly to hospitalizations.
- 10
St Luke Lutheran Community – Portage Lakes
4.1 (73 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Reviews for St Luke Lutheran Community – Portage Lakes are sharply divided: many families praise the nursing and therapy staff, especially the director of nursing, for compassionate, attentive care in a peaceful lake…
What families say about senior living in Akron
Counted across the review summaries of 32 Akron communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Across 33 rated communities, 91% of families praise caring, attentive staff, and 48% highlight the quality of medical and nursing care, with 42% noting the building and grounds and 36% pointing to cleanliness. On the concern side, 61% mention communication with families, 42% raise issues with cost and billing, 39% describe staff attitude problems, and 30% cite staffing levels and turnover.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 91%
- Medical and nursing care 50%
- Building and grounds 41%
- Cleanliness 34%
- Management 28%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 59%
- Cost and billing 41%
- Staff attitude 38%
- Staffing levels and turnover 31%
“Took good care of my mom, staff friendly, clean facility, administration very helpful and full of knowledge to help you with the process of caring for a loved one both at the facility and once home.”
“Arden Courts has been a blessing! Staff is very helpful and kind. Responds quickly when questions arise. They have given me peace of mind in the care of my loved one!”
“Things have been shifting for the better at HC. Hannah is a wonderful and caring gal and I’m glad to have her as a point of contact. She makes you and your family members feel heard and respected and with assisted living those are qualities I look for.”
Senior Living in Akron: the figures
- •12 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5: 5 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (27), housekeeping (26), social activities (24), gathering / activity spaces (23), laundry service (23), medication management (22).
How families pay for senior living in Ohio
Most Ohio families start by paying privately, using savings, pensions and often the proceeds from selling a home to cover the monthly cost of assisted living, memory care or independent living. Long-term care insurance, when a parent or spouse has a policy, can offset part of that cost, and it is worth reviewing the policy terms early to understand what triggers benefits and how much is paid out. Veterans and surviving spouses who meet eligibility rules may also receive help through VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit intended to assist with the cost of daily care.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Ohio.
Senior Living near Akron
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copley4.1 mi | 7 | 4.1 / 5 | 4.1 mi |
| Fairlawn5.9 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 5.9 mi |
| Cuyahoga Falls7.5 mi | 23 | 4.2 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Tallmadge8.3 mi | 8 | 4.1 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Wadsworth8.3 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Stow11.1 mi | 13 | 4.3 / 5 | 11.1 mi |
| Kent13.3 mi | 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 13.3 mi |
| Hudson14.2 mi | 7 | 4.2 / 5 | 14.2 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 24, 2026 from the 42 communities listed in Akron, 1,204 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Akron ask about.
- Home Care in Ohio: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Senior Living in Akron: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Akron, Ohio?
MyLivingChoice lists 42 senior living communities in Akron, Ohio, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Akron are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Lily Senior Solutions (5★, 24 ratings), Abide Home Healthcare Agency (5★, 7 ratings), Better Together Home Services (5★, 5 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Akron?
Beyond senior living, Akron has skilled nursing / long term care (20 communities), memory care (19 communities), home health (16 communities), assisted living (15 communities), independent living (13 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Akron?
Families rate Akron senior living communities 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 1,204 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Akron senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 32 Akron communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 91%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 50%), building and grounds (mentioned for 41%). The most common concerns are communication with families (59%), cost and billing (41%), staff attitude (38%).
How do Akron nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
12 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Akron carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.2 out of 5. 5 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Akron bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
