Anthology of Blue Ash

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4351 Sycamore Creek Dr, Blue Ash, OH 45242

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 77 reviews

5 stars

55

4 stars

9

3 stars

4

2 stars

2

1 stars

7

Anthology of Blue Ash Costs & Pricing

Anthology of Blue Ash offers competitive pricing for its living arrangements, particularly when compared to both Hamilton County and the broader state of Ohio. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $2,999 per month, significantly lower than the county's average of $4,327 and even below the state average of $3,727. One-bedroom units are priced at $4,149, which is slightly more affordable than Hamilton County's rate of $4,174 but notably higher than Ohio's average of $3,712. In the case of two-bedroom apartments, Anthology's monthly cost is set at $5,099; while this exceeds both Hamilton County's average of $4,030 and Ohio's typical rate of $3,501, it often reflects a premium for enhanced amenities and quality care that may not be found in other options. Overall, Anthology of Blue Ash presents a mix of affordability and value that caters to diverse needs within the community.

Floor plans	Anthology of Blue Ash	Hamilton County	Ohio
Studio	$2,999	$4,327	$3,727
1 Bedroom	$4,149	$4,174	$3,712
2 Bedrooms	$5,099	$4,030	$3,501

Overall Review of Anthology of Blue Ash

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care feels hard to manage

Several residents’ families report memory care falls short as dementia progresses.

Multiple reviews describe concerns about memory care being ill-suited for later-stage Alzheimer’s or worsening dementia. Residents’ families also mention staffing inconsistency and difficulty finding staff during visits. One review highlights cleanliness issues linked to the memory care environment, and another questions whether the unit layout supports safe management of disease progression.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Care levels and scope can limit options

Some families say care scope and space can feel limited when needs change.

A review notes the community is licensed as residential care rather than skilled nursing, which can affect certain long-term care plans. Another family points to limited space in an “extra care” wing once a father’s needs worsened. A third review adds that “skilled care” was limited to a single floor and described that constraint as something to consider as needs progress.

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Pricing can be a budget stretch

Some reviewers say the cost is too high for their budget.

One review says pricing was expensive and not affordable for their loved one. Another comments that a high community fee can prevent families from moving frequently or moving at all when budgets are fixed. Overall, the pricing positioning shown for studios and apartments is also well above county and state benchmarks.

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Activities and daily engagement stand out

Residents and visitors repeatedly mention plentiful activities and outings.

Reviews frequently describe a steady stream of activities, including happy hour and live music, plus events that keep residents socially engaged. Families also mention day trips and scheduled programming, and one review calls out the activities director as invested in resident experience. The community also lists a wide range of planned daily and community-sponsored activities, along with wellness and fitness options.

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Dining is offered restaurant-style

The dining experience is consistently described around chef-prepared meals and restaurant-style service.

Several reviews refer to meals as a positive part of day-to-day life, with at least one noting that meals appear tasty during a visit. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, including anytime dining and meals provided, with support for special dietary restrictions. Not every dining comment is fully positive, but dining is still discussed more than many other day-to-day topics.

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Location near Summit Park helps

The location near Summit Park and nearby dining gets called out as convenient.

Reviews highlight easy access to Summit Park for walking and outings, and at least one mentions a view from residents’ apartment windows. Others describe nearby restaurants and general neighborhood convenience for activities. The listing also points to Summit Park very close by, with several restaurants, a pharmacy, and other services within a few miles.

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Features

Housing

85 resident community capacity
1-bedroom apartments
2-bedroom apartments
Studio apartments

Types of Care

Assisted Living
Independent Living
Memory Care

Pets

Cats allowed
Dogs allowed

Amenities

Activities off-site
Activities on-site
Air-conditioning
Beautician on-site
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Devotional services off-site
Devotional services on-site
Dining room
Fitness room
Full kitchen
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Indoor common areas
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor common areas
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Respite or short term stays offered
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Swimming pool / hot tub
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (20 miles away)
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Ambulatory care
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Diabetic care
Incontinence care
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Mild cognitive impairment
Special dietary restrictions
Specialized memory care programming

Dining

Anytime dining
Diabetes diet
Meals provided
Professional chef
Restaurant style dining
Special dietary restrictions
Vegan

Activities

Art classes
Brain fitness
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Day trips and outings
Devotional activities offsite
Devotional activities on-site
Fitness programs
Gardening club
Happy hour
Live musical performances
Planned day trips
Reminiscence programs
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Stretching classes
Wine tasting
Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the quaint town of Blue Ash, Ohio, this neighborhood offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With multiple parks nearby such as Blue Ash Summit Park and Swaim Park, residents can enjoy the outdoors and stay active. There are also several dining options including Firehouse Grill and diBella's Old Fashioned Submarines for convenient meals. For healthcare needs, there are pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS Pharmacy within a short distance, as well as hospitals such as TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital and Cincinnati Children's within reach. Additionally, there are reputable physicians like Cardiology Center of Cincinnati and Gastroenterology Specialists for medical care close by. Places of worship like Adath Israel Congregation and St Gertrude Church provide spiritual support, while entertainment options include AMC West Chester 18 for movies. Overall, this area offers a peaceful and convenient setting for seniors looking to settle down in Blue Ash.

Parks

Blue Ash Summit Park (0.2 miles)
Swaim Park (1.8 miles)
Sharon Woods Park (2.3 miles)
Chamberlin Park (3.1 miles)
Weller Park (3.7 miles)
Cottell Park (5 miles)
Dogwood Park (6.5 miles)

Restaurants

Firehouse Grill (0.4 miles)
diBella's Old fashioned Submarines (1.2 miles)
McDonald's (1.6 miles)
Skyline Chili (1.6 miles)
Logo's Sports Bar & Grill (1.9 miles)
Carlo & Johnny (2 miles)
March First Brewing (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

Walgreens (1.2 miles)
Walgreens (2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
Walgreens (2.8 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (3.9 miles)
Walgreens (4.4 miles)

Cafes

Starbucks (1.7 miles)
Starbucks (3.4 miles)
Silverton Cafe (3.9 miles)
Gabby's Cafe (4.5 miles)
Starbucks (5.7 miles)

Hospitals

Trihealth Connect Training (2.1 miles)
TriHealth Seniority - TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital (2.4 miles)
Mercy Health - The Jewish Hospital (2.9 miles)
Cincinnati Children's (5.4 miles)
Summit Behavioral Healthcare (5.8 miles)

Physicians

Cardiology Center of Cincinnati (2.2 miles)
University Endoscopy Center (2.3 miles)
Gastroenterology Specialists (2.3 miles)
Reading Family Practice (2.9 miles)
Ohio Valley Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine (3 miles)
Bartlett, Sarah Dr - Somi Javaid, Md and Associates (3.4 miles)
UC Health Primary Care Family Medicine (4.4 miles)

Places of Worship

Adath Israel Congregation (3.4 miles)
St Gertrude Church (4.8 miles)
St James of the Valley (5 miles)
City of Madisonville (6.4 miles)
Mason Christs Church At (6.8 miles)
Saint Margaret of Corona Catholic Church (6.8 miles)

Theaters

AMC West Chester 18 (5.2 miles)
Showcase Cinema de Lux Springdale 18 (6.3 miles)

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