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The Cottages of Clayton in Dayton, OH

The Cottages of Clayton is an assisted living and memory care community in Dayton, OH.

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The Cottages of Clayton in Dayton, OH

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8212 North Main Street, Dayton, OH 45415

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

3.7 from 71 reviews
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The Cottages of Clayton Costs & Pricing

The Cottages of Clayton offers competitive pricing for its residents, providing both studio and one-bedroom options that are notably more affordable compared to the average costs in Montgomery County and across Ohio. With a monthly rate of $2,470 for a studio and $3,150 for a one-bedroom, The Cottages deliver significant savings - approximately $1,000 less per month than the county average for studios and around $500 less for one-bedroom spaces. This makes The Cottages an attractive choice for those seeking quality care without the financial strain often associated with similar facilities in the region.

Floor plansThe Cottages of ClaytonMontgomery CountyOhio
Studio$2,470$3,476$3,727
1 Bedroom$3,150$3,599$3,712

Overall Review of The Cottages of Clayton

common 16 reviews mention this

Staff care is frequently praised

Residents and families frequently describe staff who communicate and provide attentive care.

Across many reviews, families and residents describe staff as kind, approachable, and focused on residents’ needs. Several mention consistent communication with families and a willingness to respond when support is needed. A number of reviewers also call out specific nurses and aides by name for medication help, transportation to appointments, and general responsiveness.

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Meals and special dinners stand out

Food quality comes up often, including praise for family dinners and Thanksgiving meals.

Multiple reviews say the meals were enjoyable, and a few highlight holiday dining in particular. One review credits kitchen staff with being considerate, and another calls the meals ā€œoutstanding.ā€ At the same time, there is at least one negative review that criticizes nutrition and portions, including mention of specific foods being served.

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Activities and outings keep residents engaged

Residents are described as staying busy with scheduled activities and outings.

Reviews mention daily or regularly scheduled activities, plus outings and bus rides. Some describe resident engagement and group events that help residents socialize. A reviewer also ties activity planning to keeping family members active and involved with the community.

caveat 8 reviews mention this

Care follow-through concerns appear

Several reviewers raise serious concerns about medication timing, cleanliness, and emergency support.

While many reviews are positive about care, others describe breakdowns in follow-through, including missed or delayed medications and unresolved pain or sores. There are also complaints about cleanliness and housekeeping, along with reports of unpleasant room odors and unsanitary bathroom conditions. At least one reviewer specifically disputes emergency response (mentioning no alert), even though the community provides a call-system feature on its care/service list.

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Pricing is below county and state

Monthly pricing shown for studio and one-bedroom options is below both county and state benchmarks.

The published price range for studio and one-bedroom units sits well under both the county and state reference points. This can matter for families comparing affordability, especially when weighing care levels such as assisted living and memory care.

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We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 80 resident community capacity 80 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

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

Transportation

  • James M Cox Dayton International (5 miles away) James M Cox Dayton International (5 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

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

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Dayton, Ohio is a vibrant and convenient area with a variety of healthcare options nearby, including eye care, allergy specialists, and primary care physicians. There are several pharmacies within a few miles for easy access to medications. In terms of dining options, there are popular chain restaurants like Panera Bread and Chipotle Mexican Grill within close proximity. The area also offers parks such as Centennial Park and RiverScape MetroPark for outdoor leisure activities. Additionally, there are transportation services available including the Dayton International Airport and Yellow Cab service. Grace United Methodist Church provides a place for spiritual fulfillment for those seeking a community of faith. Overall, this area offers a mix of amenities and services that could be appealing for seniors looking to settle in a convenient and welcoming neighborhood in Dayton.

Physicians

  • Northwest Dayton Eye Care DRS POWELL JAMBOR and Associates (0.1 miles)
  • Health Alternatives Associates (0.4 miles)
  • Allergy & Asthma Center Of Dayton (0.5 miles)
  • Michael Verdon, Do, Facos (0.8 miles)
  • Dayton Lung & Sleep Medicine (0.8 miles)
  • Samaritan Primary Care Physicians (1 miles)
  • North Dayton Rheumatology (1 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.9 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • Rite Aid (2.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)
  • Kroger Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Panera Bread (1.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Winans Chocolates + Co (6.8 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.9 miles)
  • Press (7.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.3 miles)
  • Wings Sports Bar & Grill (3.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.4 miles)
  • Submarine House (3.4 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.6 miles)
  • Good Asian Buffet (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Miami Valley Hospital (2.6 miles)
  • Englewood Health Center (4.2 miles)
  • Children's Testing Center Vandalia (5.8 miles)
  • Miami Valley Hospital (6 miles)
  • Grandview Medical Center (6 miles)
  • Va Medical Center (6.6 miles)
  • Premier Health Partners (6.8 miles)

Parks

  • Centennial Park (3.5 miles)
  • Deweese Park (4.3 miles)
  • Kettering Field (5.9 miles)
  • RiverScape MetroPark (6.7 miles)

Transportation

  • DAY Baggage Claim (4.3 miles)
  • Dayton International Airport (DAY) (4.4 miles)
  • Stevens Aviation (4.9 miles)
  • Aviation Sales (5 miles)
  • Wright Brothers Aero (5.1 miles)
  • Dayton Yellow Cab (7.3 miles)
  • U-Haul Moving & Storage (7.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Grace United Methodist (5.5 miles)

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