Best Skilled Nursing in Akron, Ohio
24 communities found
Akron has 24 skilled nursing communities, all residential, with an average rating of 3.8 across 23 rated communities and 1,084 reviews read. Twelve communities report Medicare star ratings, averaging 3.3 stars, with 3 at five stars and none at one star. Common amenities include gathering and activity spaces, housekeeping, 24-hour staff and social activities, each found at 21 to 23 of the communities.
- 24communities
- 3.8average rating, 23 rated
- 1,084family reviews read
Arden Courts (Bath)
Akron, Ohio
4.8(54)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Barberton Pointe Senior Living
Akron, Ohio
4.9(19)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Heritage Crossing
Akron, Ohio
4.6(51)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term 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
Phoenix of Fairlawn
Akron, Ohio
4.3(96)
Memory CareRespite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
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
St Luke Lutheran Community – Portage Lakes
Akron, Ohio
4.1(73)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more
Tranquility of Copley
Akron, Ohio
3.9(15)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Seton Square North
Akron, Ohio
3.8(25)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Akron
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (54 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Arden Courts Bath is memory-care-only and reviewers praise its dementia expertise, attentive staff, secure homelike layout and strong communication with families.
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Barberton Pointe Senior Living
4.9 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Barberton Pointe earns high marks for cleanliness, friendly staff, a stable long-tenured team and a recent remodel of common areas and apartments.
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4.6 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Heritage Crossing draws praise for memory care leadership and staff warmth, though a couple of reports describe serious lapses in hygiene and basic care.
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4.9 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Rockynol reviews are limited but consistently positive, praising the campus appearance, the chapel and staff professionalism.
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The Village of St. Edward at Green
4.7 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Village of St. Edward at Green is described as clean and well-maintained, with attentive nursing care and friendly staff, though the review sample is small.
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4.6 (21 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Senior Helpers of Greater Akron-Medina offers in-home personal and dementia care, with reviewers praising caregiver warmth and responsive coordinators.
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4.3 (96 reviews)· Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Phoenix of Fairlawn is called clean and well-staffed with strong therapy services, though some reviews describe understaffing and medication errors.
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Summa Health Senior Health Center – Akron
4.2 (6 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Summa Health Senior Health Center is described as attentive and responsive, with doctors praised for quick reaction to hospitalizations.
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St Luke Lutheran Community – Portage Lakes
4.1 (73 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
St Luke Lutheran Community – Portage Lakes draws praise for compassionate nursing and therapy staff, alongside serious reports of neglect and understaffing.
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3.9 (15 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Tranquility of Copley reviews largely praise rehab outcomes and cleanliness, though one reviewer described medication delays during a weekend stay.
What families say about skilled nursing in Akron
Counted across the review summaries of 24 Akron communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Caring, attentive staff is praised by 100% of the 24 communities, and medical and nursing care draws praise from 63%, with building and grounds noted by 58% and cleanliness by 50%. On the concern side, staff attitude and communication with families are each cited at 54%, staffing levels and turnover at 42%, and medical and nursing care at 38%, showing that even praised categories carry some complaints.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 63%
- Building and grounds 58%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Management 38%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 54%
- Communication with families 54%
- Staffing levels and turnover 42%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
“If you’re looking for a great ALF., you definitely need to look here! Having mom move here was a great decision. She enjoys the other residents and the activities. The remodel of the facility made it even more inviting.”
“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!”
Skilled Nursing in Akron: the figures
- •12 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.3 out of 5: 5 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (23), housekeeping (23), 24-hour staff (23), social activities (23), laundry service (22), dietary accommodations (21).
How families pay for skilled nursing 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: Skilled Nursing in Ohio.
Skilled Nursing 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 |
| Fairlawn6 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Cuyahoga Falls7.5 mi | 23 | 4.2 / 5 | 7.5 mi |
| Wadsworth8.3 mi | 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 8.3 mi |
| Tallmadge8.3 mi | 8 | 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 6, 2026 from the 24 communities listed in Akron, 1,084 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.
Skilled Nursing in Akron: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Akron, Ohio?
MyLivingChoice lists 24 skilled nursing long term care communities in Akron, Ohio, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Akron are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Barberton Pointe Senior Living (4.9★, 19 ratings), Rockynol Apartments (4.9★, 7 ratings), Arden Courts (Bath) (4.8★, 54 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Akron?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Akron has skilled nursing / long term care (24 communities), memory care (20 communities), assisted living (17 communities), home health (16 communities), independent living (15 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Akron?
Families rate Akron skilled nursing long term care communities 3.8 out of 5 on average, across 1,084 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Akron skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 24 Akron communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 63%), building and grounds (mentioned for 58%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (54%), communication with families (54%), staffing levels and turnover (42%).
How do Akron nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
12 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Akron carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.3 out of 5. 5 are rated four stars or better and 0 are 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.
