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Photo of Trustwell Living at Clyde Gardens Place
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If you’re looking for a place for a loved one, this is as close to home as you can get. Cost efficient with a Caring staff, activities for the residents in and out of the facility, a variety of different...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Clyde Gardens Place, we provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care....
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I would give a 5 to all but #4 bc my the patients weren't showered or changed often enough, my mom got outside once& into someone else's bed. However I would definitely contact A Place For Mom again if we...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
At Portland Place, we provide thoughtful, compassionate care in a warm, lively senior living community. We develop individual care plans to meet the needs of each resident, and a full-time registered nurse is available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of care. We...
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When my grandma started there, she started in the assisted-living she was able to make a lot of friends do some great activities. She loved the outings. She loved the bingo. She loved the food. We actually...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Three of Bellevue, Ohio’s priorities as a city are community, prosperity, and service. At The Willows at Bellevue, we share these ideals. Our warm, welcoming atmosphere provides residents of Bellevue and the surrounding areas a wonderful place to call home, conveniently located on the grounds of...
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My mother lives at The Willows, and we are both so pleased with it so far. I have already recommended it to others. The staff is always helpful, knowledgeable, and reassuring. They are concerned about the...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Willows at Willard is conveniently located on the grounds of Mercy Willard Hospital, and in close proximity to several physicians’ offices. Residents who are interested in activities outside our campus are presented with a multitude of options, from day trips to local shopping centers, to...
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This is a really nice place. The staff are very friendly and nice to work with. The community is very clean. The staff have been good to work with and they know who I am and if there is something they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
When you are at Parkvue, you can feel the sense of community that makes it more than a senior living campus — it feels like you are part of a larger family. Our residents, staff and families remain a close-knit group who truly get to know one another on a personal level to create a warm and...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My mother had been a resident in AL for the past 6 years and everyone there met all our expectations and more. My mom has passed recently and now is resting in peace. Thank you everyone there at the Commons...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Designed by an internationally-known Interior Design firm. The Commons of Providence offers a distinctive living environment. Conveniently located between Cleveland and Toledo. The Commons of Providence is situated on 72 peaceful acres overlooking 5 1/2 A. lake. Here, residents can enjoy a...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Pontiac, OH

The average cost of senior living in Pontiac is $3,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Clyde, OH with an average of $3,221 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, OH, vs. nearby cities

Pontiac, OH
$3,306/mo

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, OH, vs. state and national averages

Pontiac, OH
$3,306/mo
$4,591/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, OH, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,306/mo
$3,306/mo

Assisted living costs in Pontiac, OH, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$9,330/mo
Studio
$2,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,156/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,130/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,503/mo

Senior living costs in Pontiac vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pontiac, OH
Column state: Ohio
Column national: U.S.
Community typePontiac, OHOhioU.S.
Assisted Living$3,306/mo$4,591/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,306/mo$4,573/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,906/mo$3,739/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pontiac, OH:$3,306/mo
Ohio:$4,591/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pontiac, OH:$3,306/mo
Ohio:$4,573/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pontiac, OH:$2,906/mo
Ohio:$3,739/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pontiac, OH, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pontiac and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Pontiac, OH

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pontiac have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pontiac, OH$4,380/mo$4,826/mo-9.2%
Ohio$4,975/mo$4,714/mo+5.5%
National$5,091/mo$4,877/mo+4.4%
Pontiac, OH
2024 average cost:$4,380/mo
2023 average cost:$4,826/mo
Percent change:-9.2%
Ohio
2024 average cost:$4,975/mo
2023 average cost:$4,714/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,091/mo
2023 average cost:$4,877/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pontiac, OH

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Pontiac.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pontiac

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pontiac

Portland Place in Sandusky, OH

4.6
We picked them because, it was close to family. As far as care yes I would recommend BUT my dad got a check for [amount removed] then we were told he has to repay that back to the facility. That made no sense and it was shady. We paid it back but I don't think it was right

Trustwell Living at Clyde Gardens Place

5.0
The staff are great, caring and thoughtful of the residents. I could not have found a better place for Mom. Close to home and Mom is happy and well cared for. We shopped around, and Clyde Gardens fit everything we wanted in an assisted living facility.

The Commons of Providence in Sandusky, OH

4.8
It's a good place to live. I feel like I'm paying a lot for what I'm getting since I'm pretty self sufficient and don't necessarily need the care that's here for me. The wait staff are very good, and one of the housekeepers is really great. The girls that do the laundry do a great job. The ...
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Pontiac review score based on 36 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 11 Pontiac assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pontiac review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Pontiac review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Pontiac, OH11 facilities
8.8
Monroeville, OH13 facilities
7.7
Holiday Lakes, OH28 facilities

Review subcategories for Pontiac assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 36 reviews of 11 Pontiac assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pontiac resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Pontiac, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.9
4.2
Care services
4.7
3.8
Staff
4.9
4.1
Meals & dining
4.6
3.7
Activities
4.5
3.7
Value for cost*
4.4
3.7
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Pontiac assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pontiac assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pontiac, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Pontiac assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Pontiac that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pontiac, OHNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.4%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pontiac assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Pontiac Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pontiac, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pontiac assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Pontiac partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pontiac, OHNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pontiac assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Pontiac communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pontiac, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pontiac assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Pontiac offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pontiac, OHNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pontiac

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Pontiac protect seniors.
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Trustwell Living at Clyde Gardens Place, Portland Place and The Willows at Bellevue are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pontiac, Ohio. See full list of communities.
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