Best Skilled Nursing in Marion, Ohio
8 communities found
Marion, Ohio has 8 skilled nursing communities, with an average family rating of 3.7 drawn from 231 reviews read. Medicare's own star ratings, available for 5 of the 8, average just 2.2, and one community holds only a single star. Most of these communities are mid to large in size, and none currently publish pricing or accept Medicaid.
- 8communities
- 3.7average rating, 8 rated
- 231family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Kingston Residence of Marion
Marion, Ohio
4.9(51)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Marion Rehabilitation
Marion, Ohio
4.4(54)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Meadows of Marion
Marion, Ohio
4.1(21)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
JAG Healthcare Marion
Marion, Ohio
3.8(12)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
JAG Healthcare Harding
Marion, Ohio
2.9(8)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Presidential Post-acute
Marion, Ohio
3.4(33)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Legacy Marion
Marion, Ohio
3.3(32)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Marion Valley Post Acute
Marion, Ohio
3(20)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Marion
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.9 (51 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Kingston as warm and family-like, praising attentive staff, good food, varied activities, and clean grounds.
- 2
4.4 (54 reviews)· Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Reviewers praise Marion Rehabilitation's night shift, therapy staff, and front-desk care, saying it exceeded newer-looking competitors, with no negative themes noted.
- 3
4.1 (21 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Reviewers call The Meadows clean and welcoming, praising attentive staff, strong therapy outcomes, and compassionate end-of-life care.
- 4
3.8 (12 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 45 units
Reviews are mixed: some praise long-tenured, caring staff, while others cite understaffing, rude aides, and unhealed bed sores.
- 5
2.9 (8 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 50 units
Reviews are mixed, ranging from praise for attentive nurses to complaints about noise, staffing, and a restrictive, security-focused environment.
- 6
3.4 (33 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 99 units
Families describe mixed experiences: compassionate nursing and rehab staff alongside concerns about visitation restrictions and missed medications, despite a CMS Four-Star rating.
- 7
3.3 (32 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Legacy Marion draws mixed reviews, with praise for rehab, cleanliness, and attentive nursing, alongside concerns about neglect and dishonesty.
- 8
3 (20 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 135 units
Despite a CMS Four-Star rating and round-the-clock nursing, most reviewers report call-light delays, cleanliness issues, poor food, and neglect.
What families say about skilled nursing in Marion
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Marion communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Every one of the 8 communities is praised by families for caring, attentive staff, and 63% are also noted for the quality of medical and nursing care and for the condition of the building and grounds. Half of communities are praised for cleanliness, and 38% for food and dining. On the concern side, half of communities draw complaints about staff attitude and about cost and billing, while 38% see complaints about communication with families and about medical or nursing care.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 100%
- Medical and nursing care 63%
- Building and grounds 63%
- Cleanliness 50%
- Food and dining 38%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 50%
- Cost and billing 50%
- Communication with families 38%
- Medical and nursing care 38%
“Wonderful facility for rehabilitation and elderly. Very clean with outstanding very caring staff. Always friendly and willing to assist their patients with all their needs! I would highly recommend this facility!”
“Kingston has a wonderful atmosphere!<br>The staff go above and beyond for the people that live there and they make visitors feel welcome.”
Skilled Nursing in Marion: the figures
- •Of the 6 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60.
- •5 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (7), social activities (7), on-site nurse (rn) (7), housekeeping (7), medication management (7), emergency call system (7).
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 Marion
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware20 mi | 6 | 3.8 / 5 | 20 mi |
| Ontario30.3 mi | 6 | 3.7 / 5 | 30.3 mi |
| Mansfield32.3 mi | 20 | 4.2 / 5 | 32.3 mi |
| Westerville33.2 mi | 30 | 4 / 5 | 33.2 mi |
| Dublin33.6 mi | 23 | 4.4 / 5 | 33.6 mi |
| Worthington33.8 mi | 10 | 4.2 / 5 | 33.8 mi |
| Columbus34 mi | 55 | 3.9 / 5 | 34 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 6, 2026 from the 8 communities listed in Marion, 231 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 25, 2026.
Skilled Nursing in Marion: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Marion, Ohio?
MyLivingChoice lists 8 skilled nursing long term care communities in Marion, Ohio, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Marion are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Kingston Residence of Marion (4.9★, 51 ratings), Marion Rehabilitation (4.4★, 54 ratings), The Meadows of Marion (4.1★, 21 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Marion?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Marion has skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), assisted living (6 communities), at-home care (6 communities), independent living (6 communities), memory care (5 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Marion?
Families rate Marion skilled nursing long term care communities 3.7 out of 5 on average, across 231 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Marion skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Marion communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 100%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 63%), building and grounds (mentioned for 63%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (50%), cost and billing (50%), communication with families (38%).
Are there small skilled nursing long term care homes in Marion?
Of the 6 Marion communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 4 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Marion nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
5 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Marion carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.2 out of 5. 0 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 Marion bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
