Buckeye Forest at Fairfield is an assisted living community in Fairfield, OH.
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3801 Woodridge Blvd, Fairfield, OH 45014
To contact a resident: (513) 874-9933
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
At Buckeye Forest at Fairfield, the monthly costs for housing are notably competitive when compared to both Hamilton County and the broader state of Ohio. For instance, a one-bedroom unit is priced at $2,139, significantly lower than the county average of $4,174 and the state average of $3,712. Similarly, two-bedroom accommodations are available at $2,821, which again presents a substantial saving relative to Hamilton County's $4,030 and Ohio's $3,501 averages. Studio apartments at Buckeye Forest are listed at $2,852, offering an attractive alternative to the higher costs seen in both the county ($4,327) and statewide ($3,727) benchmarks. Overall, Buckeye Forest provides residents with cost-effective options without compromising on quality or comfort.
| Floor plans | Buckeye Forest at Fairfield | Hamilton County | Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $2,139 | $4,174 | $3,712 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,821 | $4,030 | $3,501 |
| Studio | $2,852 | $4,327 | $3,727 |
Residents and families report repeated cleanliness and pest-control problems.
Multiple reviewers describe bed bugs (and related infestations like fleas/roaches), along with dirty or unsanitary conditions. Several comments also point to concerns beyond pests, including moldy bathrooms and sticky or stained areas. A recurring thread is that people felt the environment was not being kept clean enough for comfort or safety.
Yolonda is frequently credited with getting issues resolved.
Several residents and family members describe Yolonda as a hands-on, responsive leader on the assisted living or wellness side. Reviewers mention concerns about medication and ongoing health needs being addressed, and they describe professional communication when problems came up. A few comments also frame improvements in cleanliness and overall care as tied to the nursing leadership.
Therapy teams are described as supportive and motivating.
Reviews about short-term rehabilitation emphasize encouragement from the therapy staff, including exercises that helped residents regain mobility. One reviewer described arriving with oxygen and leaving without it after daily therapy activity. Others specifically mention physical therapy improving balance and coordination, with hands-on help like getting a new walker.
Dining reviews include both positive portions and frequent complaints.
Some reviewers say meals are good with enough portion sizes, and a few describe dining as merely challenging in an institutional setting. Others report cold, unappetizing food, meals worsening over time, and kitchen supply issues like running out of items. Several comments also describe the dining experience as a major problem for daily life.
Some reviewers say it’s hard to reach staff quickly.
Multiple families report difficulty getting through by phone or getting callbacks, including problems reaching the main line. Other comments describe call lights or call buttons going unanswered for extended periods, which reviewers say delayed help with basic needs. A few reviews connect these communication gaps to increased frustration and stress during care.
Residents’ belongings, including clothes, are described as not being handled properly.
Several reviewers describe lost or taken items, including missing clothes and other personal belongings after moving rooms or during the stay. One comment describes an administrator allegedly taking from donated or resident possessions, and another describes multiple categories of items disappearing. Across these accounts, families say the issue was not resolved to their satisfaction.
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Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
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Beautician on-site
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Respite or short term stays offered
Wheelchair accessible showers
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International (20 miles away)
Ambulatory care
Diabetic care
Meals provided Activities off-site Activities on-site Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities on-siteAt Buckeye Forest at Fairfield, the monthly costs for housing are notably competitive when compared to both Hamilton County and the broader state of Ohio. For instance, a one-bedroom unit is priced at $2,139, significantly lower than the county average of $4,174 and the state average of $3,712. Similarly, two-bedroom accommodations are available at $2,821, which again presents a substantial saving relative to Hamilton County's $4,030 and Ohio's $3,501 averages. Studio apartments at Buckeye Forest are listed at $2,852, offering an attractive alternative to the higher costs seen in both the county ($4,327) and statewide ($3,727) benchmarks. Overall, Buckeye Forest provides residents with cost-effective options without compromising on quality or comfort.
Buckeye Forest at Fairfield is located at 3801 Woodridge Blvd, Fairfield, OH 45014 in Hamilton County, Ohio
Yes, Buckeye Forest at Fairfield allows both dogs and cats.
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